I have just received a copy of the latest catalogue for Allensmore Nurseries, which confirms my images have been used to sell their products to clients as large as B&Q and Homebase, as well as independent stores locally. Allensmore grow and supply exceptional plants from their family run business in Herefordshire, producing millions of plants and importing others from the best growers worldwide. Contained within the catalogue are images I captured of their huge growing areas, their transporters, and photos of trees, shrubs and plants.

The weekend just gone marks the end of my appearance at Wedding Fayres in the West Midlands for the foreseeable future as I move onto new areas of photography (unless specifically requested).

It has been extremely useful in allowing me to practice in difficult lighting conditions whilst trying to get great looking photos, and has allowed me to meet wonderful business men and women and share the results with those businesses willing to let me capture their goods and services on camera.

I spent more time with the people at each stand photographed and it was far more relaxed than previous times.

As usual, you can view a select few of the photos in my portfolio and the rest on flickr.

Please feel free to share your thoughts about the outcome by leaving a comment or sending an email.

In other news, Friday night entailed a productive walk up the Malvern hills for some light painting and more recently I have been asked to help a large company celebrate their 40th year in business by taking photos of staff and products. Watch this space for updates.

I have been fairly busy as of late, making the most of the opportunities available including taking photos of a newborn baby (as promised) and attending the National Wedding Show.

The newborn photoshoot was an outstanding success, allowing me to experiment in a new area of photography which was previously uncharted for me and leaving the parents with lovely photos to enjoy, share and look back on as their Son grows up. Everyone involved was happy to have shared the experience and time with a very special and precious individual who was full of personality.

The National Wedding Show at the NEC in Birmingham ran for 3 days, from 16th-18th March. I managed to get free tickets as a guest photographer courtesy of Candy Girls. Judging by the conversations we overheard and joined in with, the wedding show was a great success both for businesses and brides alike. We were there all day, as there were enough shows and stalls to keep us busy for the entire duration.

It was the biggest wedding fayre I have been to. I was astounded by the number of wedding dresses available, as well as holiday organisers and photo booths. There was a lot of beautifully made, hand crafted jewellery and fabulous apparel and accessories. I spoke to some lovely photographers who shared their thoughts, experience and advice with me. I also stumbled across some mouth-watering sights. I took photos of the most eyecatching stalls I encountered to share with you.

The majority of the businesses were more than happy for me to take photos of their products when asked, so I have been fortunate to come away and share with you the best pictures from the day.  You can see a larger selection of photos from the wedding fayre on flickr.

If you were there that day and have a story to tell then please feel free to leave a comment. If you are from one of the businesses who I was fortunate enough to meet and take pictures of your goods/services and you are interested in my work/would like larger resolution copies of my photos, please contact me.

In other news, I have organised another photoshoot with Baby Dominik in the near future to try out some new ideas.

I am proud to announce some of my photos have been featured in the ‘I Will’ wedding show’ magazine which showcases specialist companies and services from the Midlands. This magazine will be handed out at all the wedding fayres they host during the spring season.

Candy Girls Tables were so pleased with their photos they have used them solely to advertise their company in the magazine on page 109 (electronic copy linked for convenience and reference). Check out their sweet array of enticing treats! If you want to find out more, check out their facebook page.

They were also kind enough to provide a testimonial which now features on the front page of the website.

First of all, I would like to wish everyone a very happy new year!

Welcome to my new website. Thank you for taking the time to look at my work.

I am pleased to announce I will be publishing photos of a newborn baby in the near future to celebrate the arrival of a special child. Watch this space for updates.

On a separate note, I was successful in infiltrating Pyestock and had a fabulous time with fellow explorers from Bristol. A selection of photos are on the website, if you wish to see more check out the set on flickr.