About me

I'm Stefan, the photographer behind Hover Media, a UK-based photography business specialising in cosplay, events and creative portraiture.

I bring versatility and technical expertise to every project, drawing on my 15 years of event photography experience. My work has a vibrant, clean aesthetic, combining creative lighting, practical effects and imaginative ideas to produce distinctive imagery that stands out.

Professionalism is central to how I work, combined with a community-first approach. I believe the shooting experience should be just as enjoyable as the final images. I achieve this through posing guidance and instant visual feedback throughout shoots, supported with clear communication, good organisation and an efficient process.

Understanding the community is a big part of what I do. Cosplay photography is about more than simply taking a cool photograph of someone in a costume. To thrive and be successful, it's important understand the characters, the fandoms, anime and gaming culture, and the trends shaping the community. Keeping up with what's popular, emerging trends and knowing what resonates with fans are all important and undervalued. This all helps me connect with cosplayers and fans on a more fundamental level, which is the difference between taking a photograph of a cool costume, and capturing the essence and passion behind the community.