Father's Day Gift Inspiration

With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to treat the special man, or men, in your life – your dad, husband, boyfriend, granddad or any father figure.

We all need some cheering up during lockdown and something fun to look forward to – so what better time to buy him a personalised gift voucher to use when he’s ready.

Prices from £150 for a photo-shoot in his garden, the local woodlands or somewhere a little more remote. Simply call us on 01883 722282 or email here to find out more.

Below are a few examples of how he can enjoy your gift…

If he is camera shy another idea that might just appeal, and launched in time for Father’s Day – our new collection of automotive prints of some of the world’s finest classic and supercars – follow this link to our sister website ‘Stella’ to find out more.

Thank you, I look forward to hearing from you.

Stella

With his best friend

With his family

An experience of his choice

With his beloved horses and dog

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Glorious Garden Photo-shoots

Fun-filled garden photo-shoots for all to enjoy.

Now that lockdown rules have been eased we can begin to think about photo-shoots in your garden for up to five people to enjoy.

I have been yearning to get my camera kit out to photograph you all for some time now and this is the ideal opportunity! We have been blessed with wonderful weather during the pandemic and the time to spend in our gardens. I always use a long lens so social distancing rules are not a problem.

Bring some fun and laughter to your family and mark this moment in time, you’ll be very glad you did! Whether you are a returning family or someone new I’d love to see you.

With the option to buy digital images or wall art, this link to the Homes & Gardens part of the website tells you more.

Thanks

Stella

Beautiful photo-shoots in your garden.

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My Open Air Photography Studio in Oxted

What a lovely way to end the month of May with beautiful sunshine and the easing of lockdown! 

It is with this in mind that I would like to introduce my secluded open-air garden studio for professional headshots and portraits for up to four people. With ample parking on my driveway, easy access via a side entrance and social distancing rules adhered to during the pandemic.

What better way to make use of the time we have to update our websites and family portraits - even if we aren't looking in tip-top condition!

You can reach me on 01883 722282 to make your appointment.

Headshot prices can be found here.

I look forward to welcoming you!

Thanks

Stella

Secluded garden portrait studio in Oxted.

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Stella Scordellis - Artist's Proof Sale

Do you have a project or commission on the go that needs original and stunning automotive photographs to dress the walls and complete the look?

If your answer is yes you have arrived at the correct destination, especially because we are offering a 15% discount to all subscriber’s of our newsletter.

A number of my Artist's Proofs of some of the worlds finest classic and supercars are available to purchase from the automotive side of my business – ‘Stella’ Automotive and Lifestyle Photography.

They would look fabulous on the walls of a hotel, restaurant, boardroom, showroom, your home or a gift for a customer or loved one to cheer them up!

The Artist Proofs featured in the exhibition ‘A Drive Down Memory Lane’ – with the inaugural exhibition hosted by Chartwell the country home of Sir Winston Churchill in Westerham, Kent – then on to the Royal Automobile Club, London – this link tells you more.

To view the exclusive collection click here

Please email any order enquiries to stella@smscreativephotography.co.uk to claim your 15% discount.

Many thanks

Stella

Ferrari F40

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Lockdown In Oxted Town

Now that I have settled into lockdown I find myself in some kind of surreal routine – combining daily exercise, work and virtual social life, I am feeling institutionalised.

A couple of weeks ago I ventured into the local town of Oxted where I once had my studio to take a few photographs.

I hadn’t been to town for over six weeks because of being abroad and lockdown. I decided to take the half-hour walk as part of my daily exercise to take photographs to document the effects of coronavirus on the high street so I could look back on them in years to come.

It wasn’t until I arrived on the high street that the full impact of the pandemic hit home – it felt like I was on a desolate film set and the director was going to shout – ‘lights, camera, action’ and the actors would start performing, but no this was real life, there was no one around and no traffic. The shops all had notices to say they had temporarily closed, some windows were covered from the inside, the restaurant tables weren’t set for diners and coffee shops in darkness.

I had been living in a bubble, even though I had watched the news bulletins, somehow it wasn’t until now the reality hit home – our lives won’t ever be the same again.

I’d like to share with you some of my observations, I’m sure one day I’ll reflect on this time as if it were a dream.

In the meantime, lockdown continues with a few relaxed rules meaning we can venture out for more exercise, go back to work by keeping to the 2-metre social distancing rule and even meet up with one other person outside of our home in a park. Weddings, events and overseas travel continue to be off-limits for the foreseeable future!

Keep well and stay safe!

Stella

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VE Day Tributes Around My Neighbourhood

On Friday 8th May 2020 the nation commemorated VE Day – 75 years since Victory in Europe!

Due to the current COVID19 pandemic, we were only permitted to mark the occasion within our own homes and gardens, adhering to the 2 metre social distancing rules. Many of us chose to decorate our front gardens and homes to show our appreciation to those who lost their lives so that we could live ours in freedom.

Here are a few photographs from my walk around the neighbourhood. It was lovely to see how we have come together to mark this historic moment in time.

Thanks Stella

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