James Sturcke photographed by Elena Corzana at La Vieja Bodega, Casalarreina (La Rioja), Spain

Photographer, former journalist, and mountain enthusiast in Ezcaray (La Rioja).

I moved to La Rioja, Spain, in 2010. Before that, I worked as a reporter for several British newspapers. From 2005 to 2010, I was a correspondent for The Guardian in London.

That journalistic curiosity is essential to my photography. I ask plenty of questions before picking up the camera. 

In my portrait photography, I want to know: What drives you? Who are you? ... I want you to relax, forget about the camera, and... show me your soul!

In my commercial photography, I want to understand your product and your target audience, using that information to shape the style of the photos. 

I like doing things properly. I like to take my time, putting my heart and head into my work. My business succeeds when my clients are happy. We only get one shot at life, so I work the way I live: with presence and joy!

I live in the mountains. I enjoy hiking, bike rides, backcountry skiing, and wild swimming.

Based in Ezcaray, a 45-minute drive from Logroño, I work across Spain, especially in La Rioja, the Basque Country, and the north of the country. Feel free to contact me. I'm here to help!

Thank you!

hello@sturcke.org

+34 646 775 604

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