Professional Photoshop Expertise Since the 1990s
Turning Turnip was founded by James Middleton, a professional Adobe Photoshop specialist with experience dating back to the mid-1990s, shortly after Photoshop first became widely available to creative professionals.
Since then, Photoshop has evolved enormously — from early desktop image editing into the advanced digital imaging platform used worldwide today. Throughout that time, James has worked professionally across photo restoration, image manipulation, digital retouching, CGI imagery, and advanced Photoshop editing.
Unlike many modern image editing services that rely heavily on automated filters or outsourced production, all work carried out by Turning Turnip is completed personally in-house using years of practical experience and professional judgement.
Turning Turnip is now a part of the wider company – Short Fuse Creative Ltd.
Over 25 Years of Professional Experience
James has been running a dedicated image editing and restoration business since 2000, working with both private clients and commercial organisations throughout the UK and internationally.
Projects have included:
- restoring damaged and faded family photographs
- advanced Photoshop manipulation
- commercial image retouching
- CGI product visuals
- product rendering and animation
- clipping path work
- image enhancement and upscaling
- digital artwork and compositing
Every project is approached individually, with a focus on realism, attention to detail, and producing natural-looking results.
Teaching Photoshop Professionally
In addition to commercial work, James has also taught Photoshop and digital imaging professionally for many years.
This has included teaching:
- universities
- colleges
- businesses
- training organisations
- technology hubs
- one-to-one professional tuition
This teaching experience has helped develop not only advanced technical knowledge, but also a deep understanding of professional workflows, image analysis, and how Photoshop techniques have evolved over time.
A Human Approach to Digital Restoration
Many of the photographs submitted for restoration are irreplaceable family memories, often damaged by age, fading, water, creases, or physical deterioration.
Restoration work is therefore approached carefully and realistically, with the aim of preserving the original character of the photograph rather than over-processing it.
The same philosophy applies to all image editing work carried out by Turning Turnip — whether restoring an old family portrait, creating CGI visuals, or producing commercial product imagery.
Based in the UK
Turning Turnip is based in Devon in the South West of England and works with clients throughout the UK and internationally.
All work is carried out personally by James Middleton and is never outsourced overseas.
Get in Touch
If you would like to discuss a project, request a quotation, or ask advice about a photograph or image, please feel free to get in touch.
Whether the project involves restoring a treasured family photograph or creating commercial digital imagery, you will always receive honest advice about what can realistically be achieved.
Get in Touch
Explore the full range of Adobe Photoshop services, from expert photo restoration and creative image manipulation to personalised one-to-one online lessons. Get in touch with James Middleton today to discuss your project or book a session.