Chris Leslie

Chris Leslie is an accomplished photographer and filmmaker with a rich background in capturing and documenting stories from various parts of the world. He started his journey by volunteering in the Former Yugoslavia in 1996, where he discovered his passion for photography. Over the years, he transitioned into working as a photographer, filmmaker, and communications manager for an international NGO, capturing stories in Africa and Eastern Europe.

In 2005, Chris took the leap into freelance documentary photography and filmmaking. He founded Journey Productions, an independent video production studio, and has since been dedicated to creating films and photography for both corporate and third-sector clients. He holds an MA (Distinction) in Documentary Photography from the London College of Communication, which he obtained in 2010.

Chris’s work took a personal turn as he began to document his hometown, Glasgow, focusing on the people directly impacted by the city’s demolition and regeneration projects. This endeavor culminated in the 2017 book and multimedia project, “Disappearing Glasgow,” which achieved a sold-out status. His work in Glasgow has established him as a significant chronicler of the city’s recent history.

His photography and films have gained recognition and are frequently featured in the Guardian. Notably, his photography has been acquired by the National Galleries of Scotland and private collectors. In 2021, he released “A Balkan Journey,” a project that offers a photographic journey through post-conflict Former Yugoslavia, showcasing a 25-year archive of previously unseen material from the region.

Looking ahead, Chris Leslie’s dedication to documentary work remains strong. He has three new projects on the horizon for 2024. The first is a feature-length and TV documentary about the Partisan Necropolis in Mostar. The second is “Concrete Dreams – The Rise and Fall of Cumbernauld Town Centre,” a visual arts project and book set for publication in 2024 as part of Recollective. The third project is ‘Beyond the Games‘ an immersive exploration of Dalmarnock, Glasgow, 10 years after the Commonwealth Games transformed the area.