Meet Kit Dixon Smith - one of London’s hottest photographers. Quite literally.

📸 Behind the Lens: A Photographer's Perspective on Events, Storytelling, and the Art of Connection

By The Kollective.Community

🎬 Meet Kit, a photographer and videographer whose journey through production, events, and storytelling reveals a career built on curiosity, adaptability, and deep human connection.

🎟️ VIP with a View: The Event Photographer’s Secret Perk

For Kit, capturing events offers more than just photo ops.

“You’ve got a camera in hand and suddenly, you’re at the front. You’re part of the moment, not just observing it.”

As a photographer at weddings and live experiences, Kit relishes the freedom to move, to document the unseen angles, and to become an integral part of the story being told.

🌍 The Dream: Travel, Culture, and Capturing Moments in Motion

“There’s a whole new wave of tourism—adventure-based, cultural, immersive.”

Kit’s long-term vision is rooted in the tourism and hospitality space, where he hopes to capture intimate experiences at boutique hotels, remote retreats, and unique travel moments. His goal? To spotlight authenticity and real human interaction in an evolving travel landscape.

📱 Content That Connects (and Content That Misses)

While sympathetic to the churn of daily content demands, Kit points to the importance of craft and voice.

“Some content is just ticking boxes. But then you see someone like Tom Straker, or the TopJaw team—great visuals, sharp voice, real consistency. That’s what stands out.”

Kit believes that for any brand or creator, defining your values and staying consistent is key to cutting through a saturated digital landscape.

🧠 Building a Visual Strategy: Advice for Brands

“Start with your values. Who are you? Where are you going? That’s your foundation.”

When consulting with brands, Kit encourages creative freedom in early stages—brainstorming without judgment, then refining ideas collaboratively. His process is built on clarity, partnership, and intentional storytelling.

🎯 Photography “Tricks”? It’s All About People

Kit laughs at the idea of having “tricks.”

“There’s no magic formula—just understanding people. Make them comfortable, make it real. That’s how you get a great shot.”

Whether capturing candid wedding groups or spontaneous street portraits, Kit focuses on authenticity and connection.

🖼️ What Most People Miss in Their Photos

“Phones are great, but a lot of photos feel the same. It’s about intentionality.”

Kit emphasises composition, emotion, and storytelling over quick captures. The difference isn’t always technical—it’s in the thought behind the frame.

🌄 Favourite Moments? Always on the Move

“When I’m travelling, bike-packing, meeting strangers—those are the moments.”