I needed to post this blog as soon as I heard about it! Instagram (owned by Facebook) has updated its privacy policy, so they can sell your photos to advertisers without contacting you! Users cannot opt out, unless you delete your account before 16th January 2013 Back in April Facebook purchased Instagram for $1bn. “Eventually we’ll figure…
After a successful session last month I decided to arrange another small portrait photography session in Edinburgh this time with 3 other photographers. The model was again Emma Yule, who is currently signed with Talent Model Agency. The session was another GREAT success. We experimented with several lighting set ups. More photographs to follow, which…
Kelso Camera Club Talk – Camera Flash Last night I gave a talk to the members of Kelso Camera Club, and the use of camera flash to improve photographs. Although I talked about how to improve “on” camera flash, I mainly focussed (no pun intended) on, off camera flash. I explained how the small built…
This month I arranged a small photography session in Edinburgh with 2 other photographers. Emma Yule was our model for the evening. Emma is currently signed to the Tallent Model Agency. I have known Emma for a few years now and have had the pleasure of taking photographs for her modelling portfolio. Currently based in…
We have now moved from Greenlaw, to Hawick. The new premises have advantages over Greenlaw, although we now no longer have our dedicated Studio. Its a more central location for clients to visit, just a short walk from Hawicks High street. We also expect the higher footfall to increase business. The new office will take…
We recently did another Studio At The Square shoot, this time “Beauty Style” with Charlene. The objective was a beauty style shoot, the kind of thing you find in a magazine for an expensive face cream or something like that. The set-up was an off the shoulder top, to show the shoulders naturally without the distractions of…
We are pleased to say, we have been published again in “The Best Scottish Wedding Magazine” Out Today!! (14th September 2012). Its was a vintage style shoot with a beautiful model, Taylor Sommerville. Hair and make-up for the shoot was provided by Amy and Kirsty from Made Over Ladies in Livingston.
Another stunning portrait session this time with the beautiful Cara Wicks, at “Studio At The Square”. Cara’s shoot was done in two styles, we first shot with a white background (high key), which I think really works well for Cara with her big smile and bright eyes. The second part was against a black backdrop,…
Photography is one of the most important requirements for any occasion. Photography is one of the most important requirements for any occasion, be it a wedding or any other event. However, what is more important is hiring a good wedding photographer. It’s important to know this because many people end up hiring a novice for…
Kelso Camera Club Talk – Portrait Photography I know this is a few months late (my talk was in march), this post will be moved into date order in a couple of weeks. When I was first asked to give a talk to the members of Kelso Camera Club on my portrait photography I have…