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cousin portraits in Esher

February 8th, 2010

Dutch Interiors test shoot

January 18th, 2010

These are some images I took as a test shoot experimenting with lighting as used by the Dutch Interior artists, such as Vermeer, Van Dyk & the most well known Rembrant.
This was a poignant artistic development that originated in Holland in the 17th Century & marked a movement of vast diversity of subject matter from the most elevated themes to the humblest subject matters, such as still lifes and scenes of everyday life, it shows an appreciation for different subjects and styles, as well as for individual interpretations and points of view.
I admire in particular the lighting & tonal qualities & the fact the portraits exude a sense of authority and individuality, even when the beholder knows that the subject cannot be identified.
A big thank you to my gorgeous models, you were fantastic…. It was good fun & another girlie excuse to rummage through bags of clothes & boxes of jewelry! I think as a team we certainly managed to achieve the results I was hoping for & some lovely memories for the girls too.

winter wonderlondon

January 8th, 2010

Happy New Year to all from a very cold, white & wintery London!

winter by the fire…

December 18th, 2009

Winter came down to our home one night
Quietly pirouetting in on silvery-toed slippers of snow,
And we, we were children once again.
~Bill Morgan, Jr.

christmas family portraits

December 15th, 2009

On a beautiful crisp December morning I had great fun photographing gorgeous Mari & her family for Christmas family portraits. Mari was on top form & had lots to do… instruments to play, songs to sing, tower blocks to build, loads to say & still had time for loving cuddles with Mum & Dad! If there is one little girl who has a huge personality set for the stage, it’s Mari. Here are some of my favourites……

f2 magazine feature

December 9th, 2009

Thank you to f2 magazine, UK’s leading freelancing photography magazine for a great 5 page spread of my work & covering my journey towards becoming a freelance photographer. It displays some old images from my archive as well as some new images in my portfilio. Great stuff to see my work in print, here’s to more hard work for some more spreads. Thank you as always to my fabulous models!

pet portraits

November 24th, 2009

At this time of year Christmas family portraits are a popular choice of session & it’s great to meet the new editions to the family, see how little one’s have grown & on the special occassion Grandma & Grandad getting in on the act too…. It’s a wonderful memoir for years to come
But if you have a four legged special member of the family, don’t forget I offer pet portrait sittings too! (or pawtrait sittings!)

christmas treats

November 6th, 2009

For Christmas offers, sessions, products & Christmas treats fill in the ‘contact’ section & we will send you an information pack

deliciousness…

October 23rd, 2009

I know it’s only October but there is no getting away from it, the nights are drawing in, the central heating is set & December is nigh!
I have been getting into the festive spirit & very much looking forward to Christmas after photographng the most beautiful & scruptious Christmas cakes.
These luxurious handmade cakes are made with an abundance of the finest ingredients, they are just the most scruptious cakes I have seen & tasted!!
If you fancy trying the ultimate foodie’s cakes contact Amanda @ Ms. Taylor Makes Cakes ….. amanda@taylorderyk.co.uk tel: 07971 242 745

karen & steve

October 14th, 2009

After weeks of ‘weather watching’ for Steve, it turned out to be the most gorgeously sunny day for the lovely bride & groom.
What came across throughout the day was a feeling of highly emotive happiness & everyone, including myself & my assistant seemed to get giddy in the whirlwind of joy.
The bongo band was a huge success & what a upbeat & rythmic way to end such a joyous day.
Steve & Karen, wishing you years of happiness (& dazzling dancing) together!
Here are some of my favourites……

I can’t thank you enough for your lovely approach and amazing artisic talent you have, it truly has been a pleasure working with you. All these atributes have made our wedding experience so memorable and hassle free. Karen & Steve