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Becky & Mark, Shearsby Bath, Leicestershire

admin — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:39:44 +0000

What a scorcher of a day for Becky & Mark’s recent wedding at Shearsby Bath Leicestershire. I had visited Shearsby Bath earlier in the year to take some pre wedding shots of the couple, but it was very much still winter and freezing cold. It was really lovely to see the venue again in the summer, in full bloom and looking fantastic. Preparations began at the Ullesthorpe Hotel with Becky and her bridesmaids, followed by a beautiful and emotive ceremony at Shearsby Bath. Mark was definitely one of the most nervous grooms I have ever encountered – however his two best men were definitely there to support him all the way.

My biggest challenge of the day? A little pageboy who was adamant he would not be photographed. Needless to say, I wouldn’t be beaten and he appears in the final set of images quite a lot (although mostly shots taken with my zoom lens…). Kids hey?

A few images of this amazing wedding day below.

The New Home for Lesley Bee at Artography is almost complete…

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 11:13:49 +0000

The fantastic Goddard building (or Atkins site as it is more affectionately known) is soon to be the new home for Lesley Bee at Artography. Situated in the centre of Hinckley on Lower Bond Street, the fantastic Grade 2 listed Goddard Building will become a central hub for ‘Creative Hinckley’ (check out the website for more information). Alongside work spaces, there is a contemporary exhibition / gallery space and a cafe bar. Tall windows allow light to flood into the spaces and it has been sympathetically restored to embrace the original features along with a contemporary edge. This site will also incorporate the new college building which is being constructed on the land to the rear of the site. Check out some photographs below.

I am very excited to be moving into such a beautiful building and also to work alongside other creative people. I am sure that it will be great fun…

Check out some of the websites of the other tenants under the Creative Hinckley banner:-

Kara Pooley at Perched Bird Graphics specialises in gift illustrations and wedding stationery. - http://perchedbirdgraphics.com/page3.htm .

Leigh Armstrong is a jewellery designer specialising in precious metal clay fine silver jewellery design and tuition http://www.magickminxproductions.com/index.htm

Source design build bespoke websites http://www.sourcedesign.co.uk/

Bev Chandler is a practicing artist who creates abstract paintings. http://www.creativehinckley.co.uk/about/bev-chandler/

Wedding & Portrait Photography – North West of England

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 16:43:52 +0000

I am pleased to announce I am now able to offer photography for weddings and portraits in the north west, covering Merseyside, Liverpool etc.

I have been spending a lot more time in my home city of Liverpool just recently and thought that it was a great idea to promote my photography in the area. So if you are looking for contemporary, natural wedding or portrait photography please contact me on 01455 233224. To view my wedding images go to www.weddingsbyartography.co.uk or to see my portrait work go to www.portraitsbyartography.co.uk.

Thanks to my friends and family up there in Liverpool who are already doing a sterling job of promoting me!

Boudoir Photography – A Gift For Yourself or For The One You Love…

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 16:18:08 +0000

Lesley Bee at Artography offers boudoir photography for every woman and a photography session like this might just change the way you see yourself… You may wish to book this portrait experience just for you to experience an opportunity to feel amazing. However it is also the perfect gift for the one you love. Beautiful, sensual, discreet photography to show off and celebrate your curves in the company of a female photographer. This photography session was great fun and my aim is to create images that are discreet and elegant. A couple of brides have already booked this session as a unique wedding day gift for their husbands. The shots featured here were taken at home, however I can also offer this photography session in the studio.

Quote from the lady featured in these shots: “I love my photographs so much. I have never had my photographs taken professionally before and I want to do it all over again.”

James & Rebecca at the Guildhall Leicester

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 21:08:39 +0000

James and Rebecca were married at the Guildhall in Leicester on 12th June and I really enjoyed photographing their wedding, and the company of their family and friends. I had only managed to meet up with James and Rebecca a couple of times as they live in the Netherlands. We managed to meet up for a couple of quick wedding updates when they were home planning their big day. The Guildhall in Leicester is a beautiful, historic building that dates back 600 years and the great hall itself was actually built in 1390. To find out more about this beautiful venue click here . Following their wedding ceremony it was then on to the Red House in Nether Broughton, near Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. The Red House hosts an award winning restaurant, bar and courtyard. James and Rebecca had their wedding breakfast in the marquee in the garden and the weather was very kind to them. A lovely, relaxed wedding with a charming couple who made me feel very welcome. Thank you to James, Rebecca and your family and friends.

Daisy May

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:48:46 +0000

Meet little Daisy May… what a sweetheart and a joy to photograph. She slept all the way through her first photo shoot and didn’t cry once. Totally adorable. The absolute best time to photograph a newborn is when they are under two weeks old. Obviously at this age they sleep a lot but it is such a precious time that should be captured on camera. All of these images were taken in natural light, with just a little bounced flash at the baby’s home. The white bed was a perfect backdrop for taking these images and it did help that the room she was photographed in was really bright and airy. If you would like your newborn photographed by Lesley Bee at Artography, please contact me on 01455 233224. If you would like to see more baby photography both natural light and studio take a look at my website at www.portraitsbyartography.co.uk

4 Brides All Called Rebecca…

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:48:48 +0000

I am not sure why, but I have already photographed 2 brides called Rebecca this year, and will be photographing another Rebecca at the end of this month at Shearsby Bath, Shearsby, Leicestershire. The 4th Rebecca in the photographs below is getting married to Chad at Walton Hall in Walton near Stratford-Upon-Avon in September. It’s funny but it has only just dawned on me that I have bookings from so many Rebeccas?

It was nice to catch up with Rebecca and Chad to discuss their wedding in more detail and take a few photographs of them at their chosen venue. Walton Hall is a beautiful stately home and sits in 65 acres of countryside, just 7 miles away from Stratford-Upon-Avon. It’s an amazing venue for a wedding and I look forward to getting some lovely images of the couple and their friends / family in and around the hotel. These are just a few shots of Rebecca and Chad taken shortly after our catch up to discuss their special day.

‘The Speech’ – Band Promo Images

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 16:33:11 +0000

I had great fun taking some shots of a local band ‘The Speech’ this week. Formally known as Cascade they are back together after 20 years. Covers include: The Beatles, Kaiser Chiefs, U2, Stereophonics, Kings of Leon etc You can check out their facebook page here.

The guys were laid back and very professional in front of the camera and I did my best to make the shoot relaxed and informal. The band consists of Chad Reynold (lead vocal), Ash Woodward (guitar and backing vocals), Andy Stinton (Bass and backing vocals) and Kev Lennon (drums). Record label: We Wish Records. Their next gig is at the Railway in Countesthorpe on Friday June 11th.

If you are a local band and would like some shots taken for your marketing and promotional material give me a call on 01455 233224. All images are provided on a CD with full usage rights so that you are free to use them in all aspects of your marketing. Location shoots are ideal. I can also attend any local gig in and around Leicestershire to capture images of your band during a performance.

A Pregnancy Shoot Outdoors

admin — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 15:12:50 +0000

Your pregnancy is such an amazing, special time. Pregnancy shoots are a very intimate and personal and you may prefer to be photographed in the studio. This location shoot in the woods was peaceful and quiet and fun too. Packages for pregnancy and newborn shoots start at £195.00 which includes 2 photography sessions, a 10×8 print from each of the shoots and a 12×10 framed print. You can choose when you would like to be photographed – during your pregnancy, your newborn baby, your baby aged 3-6 months or at 8-12 months. Please give me a call if you would like further information on the special packages I offer. You can see images of babies on my website www.portraitsbyartography.co.uk

Hinckley Carnival Parade 6th June 2010

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 17:22:31 +0000

Today I walked into Hinckley Town Centre with my family to take a few shots of the Carnival parade as it weaved its way around the town. Thankfully the rain stayed away for the parade and the atmosphere was fantastic. However, as I type this the heavens have opened and it is very wet outside (I hope it didn’t spoil the entertainment on Clarendon Park playing field). It’s nice to get my long lens on and snap away, and of course capture the fun, vibrancy and energy of Carnival day. This years parade was absolutely fantastic and me and my family enjoyed watching all the floats and walking groups involved in the parade as they passed us on Regent Street. Hinckley Carnival Committee really do work so hard all year round for this event and every year it gets better and better. Next year is the 50th year for Hinckley Carnival. If you want to get involved you should contact Neil Turvey at Copyshop on Castle Street, Hinckley. I am sure it will be an even bigger and better event to celebrate the half century in 2011. Good luck to all involved.

Both the Hinckley Carnival Princess and Hinckley Carnival Queen won a studio photo shoot with Lesley Bee at Artography as one of their prizes for winning the competitions this year. I look forward to photographing both girls soon.