On Saturday 21st July I photographed at Silverstone Classic, to read my blog about the the tension, fun and excitement of the day, head on over to my 'Stella' Lifestyle Photography website simply click the 'Read More' button below which will redirect you to my automotive and lifestyle photography website - 'Stella' - which this commission comes under. Thank you!
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This month I'm taking inspiration from the summer sunlight which has a language of its own.
The afternoon sun creeping through the open garage doors at Silverstone Circuit, creating a golden light on racing driver Michael Lyons.
Now that we have passed the longest day of the year, which fell on June 21st the daylight hours start decreasing by a few minutes each day.
I love the fact that I can make the most of the early morning daylight right through to dusk, which gives me a full ten hours photographing time depending on what I want to achieve.
The early morning light bathes the subject with a wonderful glow as the sunrises, this same light falls at dusk with a similar glow. This light, leading up to dusk, and before dawn is called the 'golden hour' and is magical because of the golden soft light opposed to the harsh midday sun.
The photograph above taken recently at Silverstone Circuit of racing driver Michael Lyons pre-race, is a good example of the gentle sunlight towards the end of the day, it really is soft and golden, ideal for portraiture!
You have to be fairly quick to make the most of this light as it can very quickly change to a blue and cold light immediately before dawn and after dusk.
Below are other examples of the light during 'golden hour'. August is a good time to explore with your camera to capture landscapes, places, people, flowers or whatever takes your fancy!
I have used Nikon cameras and lenses, in particular D750 and D700 bodies and 70-200mm and 24-120mm lenses.
Early morning light at the Hotel Cala di Volpe in Sardinia during the 'golden hour'.
The 'golden hour' in Malta just before sunset.
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Our Meadow photo-shoots that take place in June are proving to be very popular.
This year was no exception, this secluded meadow on private land was a wonderful display of summer at it's very best, abundant with grasses, buttercups and daisies, a vibrant backdrop with blue sky to match, just heavenly!
If you are looking for somewhere a little different for your next photo-shoot, or from previous location photo-shoots you may have enjoyed with us over the years, do let us know, so we can be in touch next year, when Mother Nature has done her thing; but remember this meadow is only at it's very best for two-three weeks before it goes to seed and has to be mowed in preparation for the coming year.
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To view more about our meadow photo-shoots click here.
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This July I was commissioned to photograph at the Silverstone British Grand Prix, to read about this, simply click the 'Read More' button below which will redirect you to my automotive and lifestyle photography website - 'Stella' - which this commission comes under. Thank you!
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As well as our sought-after studio and location photo-shoots I just wanted to let you know, or to remind you, that ever since we opened in 1997 we have been offering a wide range of other services, including bespoke framing, passport and ID photographs, and a scanning and restoration service to breath new life into old photographs.
To find out more about these services, simply visit our website on the appropriate buttons below and when you are ready, call into the studio so we can give you our friendly, helpful expert advice and service.
Just one other point of interest that may well appeal to you, a friend or family member is our individual Masterclasses to help you understand your camera better, further information can be found via the button below.
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Our exclusive vineyard photo-shoots are a popular experience for all the family, they take place in a quiet corner of the Kent countryside which has been in the same family for over 300 years!
It's a little different compared to our other photo-shoot locations because of the varied landscape and is particularly beautiful from July until harvest time in October, when the vines are laden with red and white grapes.
Now is the time to make time to photograph your loved ones in this timeless natural setting. I will guide you through your experience and advise you how to display these moments to enjoy now and for future generations to come.
Do get in touch on 01883 722282 to discuss your ideas and to design your bespoke package or email
To view more about our vineyard photo-shoots click here.
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