Nicholas Holt is a creative director and photographer based in the Peak District, England. He is publisher of Far From, a journal of travel, culture, and nature. He has previously held creative positions at Ogilvy and Wunderman London.
Selected Work ↓
“It's not always a guarantee that a photographer will be as comfortable writing, but I was really impressed by Nick's words.”
— Olivia Squire, Editor, Conde Nast Traveller
Forty Minutes a Gaucho - An editorial story and photographic series for Estancia Nibepo Aike, a century-old working ranch in Argentina’s Los Glaciares National Park.
Photography / Writing / Editorial
Commissioned to portray guest life on the estancia, the piece pairs long-form writing with first-person photography. Images shot from horseback put the reader directly in the saddle, while the contrast of working gaucho culture against the estancia’s refined interiors show that heritage and quiet luxury coexist here. Culinary vignettes highlight chef-prepared, farm-to-table dining that anchors the property’s ecological credentials.
Read the full article on far-from.com
“Nick has a rare gift: he makes you feel like you're there.”
— Jort van der Horst, Gaucho Getaways
A Risoprint publication for Collective 454, an international group of environmental photographers.
Creative Direction / Design / Branding
A collaborative project by collective 454. IR looks at how our view of the environment has been altered by different aspects of the industrial revolution. Risoprint was chosen to bring visual cohesion to the mix of 19th Century and digital photography from multiple artists - echoing the industrial process itself.
Riso printing by Hato Press
A Risoprint publication for Collective 454, an international group of environmental photographers.
Creative Direction / Design / Branding
IR looks at how our view of the environment has been altered by different aspects of the industrial revolution. Risoprint was chosen to bring visual conformity to the mix of 19th Century and digital photography from multiple artists - echoing the industrial process.
Riso printing by Hato Press
Photographer Gilbert Hage’s enduring series of large-scale personal photobooks.
Established in Lebanon in 2007, Underexposed Books has been consistently publishing co-founder and photographer Gilbert Hage’s acclaimed photo series in the form of large-scale softback publications.
Each new edition is designed with its own block-colour Pantone cover and a bold title, set in a bespoke typeface created from an old letterblock alphabet that I letterpress-printed, scanned and digitised. With minimal text throughout, the images make full use of the 60 x 47cm spreads for an immersive look through each photo series.
Photographer Gilbert Hage’s enduring series of large-scale personal photobooks.
Established in Lebanon in 2007, Underexposed Books has been consistently publishing co-founder and photographer Gilbert Hage’s acclaimed photo series in the form of large-scale softback publications.
Each new edition is designed with its own block-colour Pantone cover and a bold title, set in a bespoke typeface created from an old letterblock alphabet that I letterpress-printed, scanned and digitised. With minimal text throughout, the images make full use of the 60 x 47cm spreads for an immersive look through each photo series.
Brand Story
Gaucho Getaways
Forty Minutes a Gaucho - sustainable luxury meets gaucho life at Estancia Nibepo Aike in Argentina. Generating bookings in the first month.
Photography Portfolio
Stone House Hotel, Bradt Guides, Jeeva Resorts
Selected hospitality, travel and lifestyle images.
Photography
Haddon Hall, England
Images that portray the wild charm of a medieval house in England.
Creative Direction
Great Rail Journeys
Repositioning GRJ as a more leisurely, and opulent alternative to the flight-based holiday.
Founder
FAR FROM
Founder and editor of Far From - a publication for travellers seeking an alternative to bucket-list travel.
Client comments
“Nick has a rare gift: he makes you feel like you're there.”
— Jort van der Horst, Gaucho Getaways
“It's not always a guarantee that a photographer will be as comfortable writing, but I was really impressed by Nick's words.”
— Olivia Squire, Editor, SUITCASE (now Conde Nast Traveller)
“Quite simply, Nick has the most creative brain I've ever come across.”
— Steve White, Managing Director, RedC Marketing
I create visual and written stories that help brands communicate what makes a place, property or experience distinctive.
I combine senior agency experience at Ogilvy and Wunderman with an MA in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography.
This background enables me to tell credible stories that land with audiences, while supporting wider brand goals.
My work spans photography, editorial storytelling and creative consultancy, depending on the needs of your project.
Clients have included Land Rover,VisitEngland, Eurostar and Incredible India. Alongside editorial commissions for SUITCASE, The Times, JRNY and Geographical Magazine.
I am the founder and editor of Far From, a slow travel publication with an engaged readership. Publishing selected commercial commissions—giving brands the opportunity to connect with an audience that values depth, through credible, considered storytelling.
What I do
Services
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Photography for brands, places, people and experiences. From commissioned editorial and campaign work to portraits, environments and hospitality.
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Words that give brands, places and experiences a distinctive voice. From brand copy and website stories to articles, guides and longer-form editorial.
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Ideas, concepts and visual direction for brands, campaigns and projects. Bringing photography, writing and design thinking together to create work with a clear point of view.
If you have a project you'd like to discuss,
please get in touch at hello@nicholasholt.co.uk
SELECTED CLIENTS
