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Some recent commissions and personal work

Another Islander leaves the factory at Bembridge

December 12th 2009

It was a cold winter's evening when this Islander aircraft prepared to leave to commence service with its new owners - FLN Frisia Luftverkehr. As quite often happens, the hoped for sunny day was not to be, so we had to make the best of available conditions and were rewarded with a moody sunset just in the nick of time.

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The Wedding of Kirsty and Craig at Ventnor, Isle of Wight

October 3rd 2009

Bride's father gives a reading at the wedding ceremonycivil wedding service at the Royal Hotel, Ventnor, Isle of Wight
some of the wedding decoration made by the couple for the reception venue at Ventnorcouple stroll on Isle of Wight beach with autumn seas as backdropbride talks to guests outside on windy terrace as the moon breaks through to reveal rough sea at Ventnor

Artistically decorated wedding at The Spyglass, Ventnor, Isle of Wight; with entertainment by Adem in the evening, while early autumn storms caused the waves to thunder against the rocks on the shore outside.

Kirsty and Craig's first reaction to viewing the wedding gallery :
"Thanks Steve, The photos are amazing! The first one with my niece and nephew is great. We looked at them on Wednesday and having another sneak peek now!
The sea scapes are fab! Couldn´t have been better".
  and from Kirsty's father:
"One word springs to mind....WOW A great montage of photographs and which everyone who has seen them has said the same thing......great, great photography, Thank you. I do hope you enjoyed your day, we all certainly enjoyed your company and this record will set the seal on what K&C have called "their amazing day" Thank you so much.
...and just to say a big thank you again from all of us for a great and imaginative set of photos............I particularly liked the beach ones, made me realise what a beautiful woman my daughter has grown into. Thank you for showing me that.."

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Bardon Vectis - supplying aggregates on the Isle of Wight

October 10th 2009

concrete being pored at the new lifeboat pier bembridge, Isle of wightconstruction of lifeboat station at bembridge with solent beyondlaying a road surface with new tarmac at ryde on the isle of wight

Part of a lucky day of sun to shoot for a new brochure illustrating the diversity of Bardon Vectis operations. They supply materials for sites ranging from large supermarkets right down to domestic driveways. The first two photos here are of some work in progress during the building of the new Lifeboat Station and pier at Bembridge on the Isle of Wight.

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

The Isle of Wight Cycling Festival

September 19th to 27th 2009


Cyclists descended on the Island for the 'Sun Sea and Cycling Festival 2009', which provided enthusiasts and fun riders with a week of entertaining variety in the cycling world with something for everyone - from children's story rides to a 70 mile road ride and an off-road 7 or 14 hills killer!
More galleries can be seen here>

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

The Wedding of Lucy and Dan at St. Mildred's Church, Whippingham and
Osborne House

September 5th 2009




- with both locations so associated with Queen Victoria - what a fitting venue for a military wedding.

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International Scooter Rally - Ryde - Isle of Wight

August 31st 2009

click picture to get a much bigger panorama >>international scooter rally, ryde, isle of wightWidely recognised as the largest scooter event in the world, the August Bank Holiday weekend welcomed thousands of fellow scooter enthusiasts to Ryde for a fun-filled line-up of ride-outs, rally events and parties.

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

The Wedding of Mel and Adrian at Elmers Court, Lymington

August 30th, 2009

wedding couple toasting each other with estruary view behind them wedding table in the forground with bride and groom behind in a romantic blur grooms speech being well received by the wedding guests

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

Photography of Amy Willcock's recipes for the Shooting Gazette

July 31st, 2009

table set with food presented by amy willcock photograph taken in light similar to dutch renaissance painters of casserole and carrots, recipe by amy willcock for the shooting gazette magazine
More examples of the food photography that appear in the Shooting Gazette every month in Amy's cookery column.

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

Trouville Hotel Sandown, Isle of Wight

July 30th 2009

isle of wight hotel exterior photographed for brochure and websiteetched glass motif on hotel window photographed with clouds behindIsle of Wight hotel lounge photographed against the light with sea view through window
Update of hotel brochure and website photography.

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

The Wedding of Sarah and Jim at Northwood House and reception at Osborne House

July 11th 2009

couple photographed in queen victoria's shelter on the isle of wightcake and bouquetbride with friend and umbrellafirst dance at the wedding in a marquee
The reception was held in a marquee on the shore of Osborne Bay. It rained all day but the Bride and Groom looked as though they hardly noticed it.
Sarah wrote - "Thank you so very much. They are fantastic".

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

The Wedding of Laura and Tom at Shorewell Church and reception at Yafford Mill

July 4th 2009

black and white shot of the bride arriving in a rolls roycechurch interior with couple at the alternewly married couple emerge from the churchcouple being showered with confetti as they exit the church grounds
The wedding ceremony was held in the beautifully decorated Shorewell Church. On the way to the reception we stopped off at Compton Bay for some portraits on the cliff top.
newly married couple sit on the cliff top and embrace romanticallywedding couple alone on dance floorbride dancing at her wedding reception
Then the reception and party held at Laura's family home went on 'til the small hours.
the dancing continues til latethe wedding party gets lively with laser disco lights

Message from Laura read - "Thanks for the photos. They are really brilliant. You really managed to capture all the best bits of the day and even some rather sweet moments too (that i didn't remember!) which is really touching. Really pleased we have so many photos to choose from...."

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

Launching ceremony of a new wood burning stove from Charnwood

May 20th, 2009

crowd admire new stove Radical design of the new stove Radical design of the new stove

Launching ceremony of a new stove from Charnwood Launching ceremony of The TOR, a new contemporary wood burning stove from Charnwood. Three gently curved glass panels offer a spectacular view of the fire from the front and from the sides whilst a highly advanced combustion system ensures exceptional clean burning and outstanding efficiency.
Reaction to the photography from client was -
"WOW - they look fantastic. they sum the evening up to to a tee-  thank you so much ... - it was a real success....thank you so much again".

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A virtual tour of Ryde School

May 19th, 2009

Ryde School Virtual Tour
Ryde School Virtual Tour

A very complicated virtual tour of Ryde School, shot last year and set in an excellent graphic by 8th Day Studios is now online.
It has fourteen 360 degree panoramas which are each openable to full screen.They show aspects of the schools academic areas as well as sports facilities and architecture.

link to site plan for virtual tour
link to site plan for virtual tour.

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2009 TimeOut Perfect Places UK Guide Book

May 19th, 2009

Chef Patron Robert Thompson at the Hambrough on the Isle of Wight, was awarded one Michelin star at the incredible age of just 23, in 2006.
Chef Patron Robert Thompson at the 'Hambrough' on the Isle of Wight, was awarded one Michelin star at the incredible age of just 23, in 2006.

15 01 2009 Here are some pictures from a commission for the 1st edition of the Time Out Perfect Places UK Guide Book.
Time Out is one of the world’s leading independent publishing houses with over 30 years experience, and offices and publications in London, Chicago and New York.

Pub Food at New Inn, Shalfleet
The New Inn, Shalfleet has had recurring awards including Isle of Wight Dining Pub of the Year and 'AA' Pick of the Pubs.

Bonchurch Coastal Path, Winter
Bonchurch Coastal Path, Winter


Shanklin Beach
Shanklin Beach

Customer reaction to to finished set of images was -

"Hi Steve,

Just got the disc with the photos - absolutely beautiful !  Great job..  I think we have more than enough and the coastal shots are breathtaking.

Can't wait to start working on the design stage...."

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Some recent commisions and personal photography

 

Snow in Cowes

March 2nd, 2009

Apartments on Cowes Parade
Apartments on Cowes Parade
Northwood House in the snowNorthwood House in the snow

03 02 2009 I’ve always been fascinated by the way buildings change in character when surrounded by snow. Here are two local ones in Cowes [Isle of Wight] that I think have benefitted from the snowfall this February.
The older building, Northwood House, has the shadow of the adjacent church cast across it.

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2009 Coffee Table by Jason Neap

May 19th, 2009
Table by Jason Neap
Table by Jason Neap

Coffee Table by Jason Neap.
[ Cabinet Maker Magazine: Young Designer of the Year 2008]
Jason Neap was awarded ‘Young Designer of the Year’ for his piece ‘Infinity + 1′ which was judged as being ‘an innovative domestic design that shows clever use of materials, yet is commercially viable’.

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Shirley Robertson and The National Lottery at UKSA

May 18th, 2009

26 09 2008 The National Lottery came to UKSA with a new project to recognize the sporting achievements of double Olympic gold medallist, Shirley Robertson, in a special event to highlight its role in supporting London 2012 through specially designated games like the new scratchcard, Go For Gold. Impressions were cast of Shirley’s hands for a unique, golden plaque. This special series of commemorative works has been commissioned by the National Lottery in honor of British Olympic competitors, with the aim of exhibiting them in the new Olympic Stadium in the build up to London 2012.

shirley robertson dips hands in mold for lottery statue
Shirley Robertson with the National Lottery supporting London 2012

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Big Night Of Fundraising And Fun At The Ellen MacArthur Trust Ball

April 23rd, 2009

The Ball, which saw 600 people come together to celebrate The Trust and it’s activities both on and off the water, began for most with a horse drawn carriage ride to Osborne House. Guests then moved through to the garden terraces for the Champagne Mumm drinks reception. The Red Devils entertained everyone by dropping in on the proceedings with an amazing freefall parachute display.

Dame Ellen MacArthur
Dame Ellen MacArthur

ellen macarthur meets the red devils at osborne house charity ball
Dame Ellen MacArthur meeting the Red Devils Parachute display team at Osborne House

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Portfolio photos for Katya Boirland, Actress and Dancer

Feb 27th 2009

black and white photograph of katya lying on the pebbly beach katya, the model doing a jump for the camera

Katya is an actress and dancer who has appeared in the theatre in The M Boat, Brighton fringe Festival 2009, Tejas Verdes 2008, Animal Farm 2007, After Juliet 2003, Oliver 2000 and is reachable at Starnow

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Islander Aircraft
Kirsty and Craig Wedding
Bardon Vectis
Cycling Festival
Lucy and Dan Wedding
Scooter Rally
Mel and Adrian Wedding
Amy Willcock & Shooting
Gazette
Trouville Hotel
Sarah and Jim Wedding
Laura and Tom Wedding
AJ Wells
Ryde School Virtual Tour
Time Out Guides
Snow at Cowes
Table by Jason Neap
Shirley Robertson for the National Lottery
Dame Ellen MacArthur fundraising
Katya Boirland portfolio