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January

2012-01-19T02:16:00.000-08:00

January appears to be property month. From new builds and restoration projects, to hotel interiors, its been a busy time for me.

A new build in Bodmin for Gloweth Ltd, who rebuilt Narisa Hall, which had been burnt down by arsonists

Refurbishment project for the Old Cathedral School. Truro Cathedral.

The Queens Hotel, St Ives. For St Austell Brewery

December

2011-12-28T04:34:00.000-08:00

Wow, its been over a month since my last blog post. Doesn't time fly!!!

The Christmas break has given me time to look back at what I did in December, and in fact over the past year. The whole year has been busier than the previous year - which is great news. Most people say that it takes two years for a business to get established, and it does seem that way, with many new clients, who ask me to do photographic assignments both in Cornwall and much further afield.

Anyway, back to the last few weeks, and some local assignments - ranging from PR images, prize winning cattle, corporate portraits, product images destined for Australia, and a wedding in Truro Cathedral.

With my new equipment that has arrived in December, the new year beckons, and I can't wait!

Mimer Energy

2011-11-09T04:58:00.000-08:00

Portable lighting, coloured gels, and a photo assignment for Mimer Energy (through Deborah Clark Associates) resulted in these striking images.

Storyline link

Headland Hotel, Newquay

2011-11-02T06:28:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I filled the car up with studio lights, portable lights, a big white background, and of course camera equipment, and headed off to the Headland Hotel, Newquay to photograph various members of staff and directors.

Included in the shoot was the new head chef, Jan Wilhelm, a total natural in front of the camera.

Beware of the cat!!!

2011-10-31T02:46:00.000-07:00

Never mind the dog, if you come to us its 'Beware of the cat'!!!

This is 'Buttons' caught mid yawn

Music Truro - follow up

2011-10-27T08:28:00.000-07:00

Looking at the West Briton newspaper today its nice to see that they have printed eight of my images from the Music Truro week.

Always nice to see where my images are used - not always possible when a lot are destined for non newspaper use.

Music Truro

2011-10-18T07:47:00.000-07:00

Its Music Truro week and I have been commissioned to cover the events. Lots of live music to see and hear, on the streets, and in cafes, pubs and clubs

For more information about the event click here

Cornwall Air Ambulance

2011-10-18T07:43:00.001-07:00

I have been taking a number of photographs for the Cornwall Air Ambulance lately, and this is one that was taken in their hanger at St Mawgan airfield.

It was quite dark in the hanger, so three big Metz flashes shooting through umbrellas created a nice moody image.

Seven obnoxious things people believe about photographers

2011-10-11T00:58:00.000-07:00

Seven obnoxious things people believe about photographers link

Unfortunately this is true of what a lot of people think of us professionals

Miss Cornwall - Euro lottery

2011-09-30T07:39:00.000-07:00

Miss Cornwall Leanne Ward advertising the 85m Euro Lottery for October 4th. Great photoshoot, lovely model, luxurious yacht. 85m would be nice!

Link

Headland Hotel

2011-09-23T06:24:00.000-07:00

This morning I had a call from the Headland Hotel, Newquay. Could I go there this morning and take photographs of their housekeeper. Images needed for this afternoon!

Lovely lady, and the hotel staff are a pleasure to work with

Rick Stein

2011-09-17T03:07:00.000-07:00

Last night I had the pleasure of photographing celebrity chef Rick Stein, and some of his wonderful creations.

This being a scallop starter dish - delicious!!!

Latest

2011-09-09T02:14:00.000-07:00

Lots of different things been happening lately. Much busier than this time last year. PR companies generally go to sleep (people go on holiday) at this time of year, but product photography and commercial photography have filled that void nicely.

Three images from recent photoshoots

Gloweth Ltd have refurbished three science classrooms at Truro College and they asked me to photograph the furniture they have hand made. A little tricky as the tutors were already in and filling the rooms with their teaching apparatus, but I managed to work around them and this image shows the high quality of the new furniture.

The King Harry Ferry Co are creating a new booklet for walks along the Fal River, and they asked me to go out for a day and photograph various autumnal scenes, this being one I came across whilst driving towards St Mawes.

Age Concern asked me to take some photographs for their rebranding which is happening at the moment.

Director of Music at Truro Cathedral

2011-08-25T02:06:00.000-07:00

I was commissioned by Truro Cathedral to photograph their Director of Music, Christopher Gray

Hendra Holiday Park

2011-08-19T07:09:00.001-07:00

Very dramatic skies over the new solar panels installed at Hendra Holiday Park yesterday.

Photos for Stephens Scown solicitors

Cathedral poster

2011-08-16T01:20:00.001-07:00

Really interesting to see what designers do with my images, as in this one for Truro Cathedral, created to advertise the Bell's Open day.
I have to say they have done a great job and come up with a very striking poster.

Why you should hire a professional photographer

2011-08-09T03:50:00.000-07:00

With local newspapers cutting back on their picture desks, and business magazines rarely having a dedicated ‘snapper’, gone are the days when you can simply expect a photographer to turn up at your event.

As a result an eye-catching, professionally taken photograph now increasingly secures much stronger coverage, possibly even a ‘page lead’ story. It’s a small investment with the potential for a big return.

With marketing budgets under scrutiny, many may feel they can simply purchase a good digital camera and head off to take the picture to then send with the release. Too often that course is a false economy, as the skill is not in the camera, but having a person taking the picture who instinctively understands what a picture desk is looking for.

Link to whole post on the Maxim PR website

Haven't blogged for a while.........

2011-08-09T01:33:00.000-07:00

so what have I been up to? Lots, Been very busy lately. So here is a flavour of what I have been doing

Lovely fudge from County Confectionery

Motorcycle accessories for Monster-Covers

Solar panels for Solen Ltd

Highland Spring Water sponsored balls for schools

and baby chicks for Barclays Bank!

REEF

2011-07-13T05:42:00.000-07:00

We were at the Carnmarth Hotel last night for the premiere of 'Promote Positive Newquay', by REEF Film Production

Photography for Deborah Clark Associates

Whats been happening lately

2011-07-11T08:51:00.000-07:00

Some of my latest images that have appeared locally

Runner smashes course record for Classic Quarter ultra-marathonRunner smashes course record for Classic Quarter ultra-marathon - link

Wave Hub hosts HRH The Duke of York - link

Watson French launches new service to help maximise pension income - link

Norman ferry conquest - King Hary Ferry - link

The Drummer

2011-06-26T11:50:00.001-07:00

Roger Taylor, drummer from Queen, was in Truro yesterday to unveil a sculpture by artist Tim Shaw entitled 'The Drummer'

A total scrum to get the photos, and security were hopeless at keeping the public back, but I did come away with some photos that I am pleased with.

Below is Roger Taylor with artist Tim Shaw

Calidus Engineering

2011-06-24T02:51:00.000-07:00

Calidus Engineering have just completed their move into new premises on the Treleigh Industrial Estate, Redruth

Photography for Deborah Clark Associates

Kernow Sausage Co

2011-06-15T12:02:00.000-07:00

The Kernow Sausage Company and Skinners Brewery have got together to create the Betty Stoggs sausage - a traditional pork sausage made with Betty Stoggs beer. Very tasty!!!

Photography for the Kernow Sausage Company

Nikon vs Cannon

2011-06-11T13:50:00.000-07:00

This is quite amusing!

Youtube link

Landscape photography

2011-05-24T15:25:00.000-07:00

The subject matter that sparked my interest in photography many years ago was landscape photography, and when I studied photography the majority of my work was landscape images.

I don't get much chance to do landscape photography these days, as it can be a very time consuming subject - the image below of Trevellas Porth, near St Agnes took a couple of hours of waiting for the right light.
I came away with several images I am very happy with; nearly got very wet feet in the process!

Here is one of the images from tonight that I have processed

Miracle Theatre

2011-05-20T08:30:00.000-07:00

The Death of Sherlock Holmes - Summer 2011
Sponsored by The King Harry Ferry, and so we were asked to photograph a couple of the Miracle Theatre cast with the Ferry team

The sunshine had gone, so 'sunshine' was provided courtesy of Metz!

King Edward Mine

2011-05-20T08:24:00.000-07:00

This week we were asked to photograph an engine house that Gloweth Ltd have built. The original was burnt down, but as this is a museum site the engine house had to rebuilt to the original design, and what an amazing job they have done. The 'new' engine house blends in perfectly with the surrounding timber built buildings, and the interior is a sight to see - all hand made panelling!
Very impressed

Hall for Cornwall

2011-05-14T08:01:00.000-07:00

It was the launch party for Mini-malism last night at the Hall for Cornwall, and we were invited along to photograph the event.

The photos I took last week were projected onto the main screen of the stage and looked amazing!

Here we have the Minis get their unveiling in spectacular fashion

The Cross

2011-05-11T05:57:00.000-07:00

Truro Cathedral have an exhibition by artist Michael O'Donnell exploring the colour and symbolism of the cross.

I was asked to photograph the paintings in situ showing the paintings in the context of the Cathedral architecture.

This painting of the Cross caught my eye as it has been placed behind the image of Jesus being held by his mother Mary, after having been brought down from the Cross of Crucifixion.

Hall for Cornwall - Mini-malism

2011-05-07T04:34:00.000-07:00

Yesterday we went to Perranporth airfield to photograph some advertising images for the Hall for Cornwall.
The Mini-malism tour sees actors sitting in the front of a mini, with the audience of two sitting in the back - as well as around the mini

There wasn't any sunshine, so three flashes were deployed to give the images a bit of drama.

Sujata

2011-04-30T08:33:00.000-07:00

It was back to Idless Woods yesterday to photograph the lovely Sujata

Who needs a studio?

2011-04-27T04:11:00.000-07:00

Who needs a studio when you have lovely countryside around?

This photo of Rochelle was taken in Idless Woods, near Truro

Metz CT-60 firing through a white umbrella, captured with a Nikon D300 and 80-200 f2.8 lens

Bishop of Truro

2011-04-25T03:03:00.000-07:00

Whilst at Truro Cathedral photographing the Easter Service, I grabbed this image of the Bishop of Truro. Probably not to everyones taste, but there is something I like about the size of his head in the frame.

Cornwall County Rugby Team

2011-04-21T03:31:00.000-07:00

St Austell Brewery also sponsor the Cornwall County Rugby Team, and we went to the Seven Stars public house, Stithians, to photograph their new 'Tribute' kit

DCA link

Plymouth Argyle

2011-04-18T12:06:00.001-07:00

St Austell Brewery had a visit from the Plymouth Argyle players today - a team they are proud to sponsor

Falmouth Harbour Commissioners

2011-04-13T07:20:00.000-07:00

Shipping minister Mike Penning visited Falmouth Harbour Commissioners today to discuss the proposed cuts to the Coastguard Station

The press were there to cover the emotive story

Bit of a rarity

2011-03-21T12:18:00.000-07:00

As most of our photography is now for out of county clients its a rarity to see our images in the local glossies, so its nice to see some published in Cornwall Today this month. Shame they didn't put our name on it, but you can't have everything

A bit of pet photography

2011-03-16T06:37:00.000-07:00

A little bit of pet photography today, with the photos taken to go with a press release to advertise a new business. Should be in the local press in the next few weeks

King Harry Ferry

2011-03-14T07:54:00.000-07:00

Managing director of the King Harry Ferry Company, photographed for the King Harry Ferry Company

Air SouthWest

2011-03-14T07:34:00.000-07:00

Air SouthWest introduces complimentary in-flight refreshments

Press release by Deborah Clark Associates

Monster-Covers

2011-03-06T11:40:00.000-08:00

We have been photographing for new client, Monster-Covers.

Many thanks to Keith for the use of his motorbike as a prop, and for being a willing model

Twestival 2011

2011-02-28T08:13:00.000-08:00

pr4photos is delighted to be the official photographer for the Twestival Cornwall 2011

thisiscornwall link

Photoshoot at Perranporth beach, with members of the Cornwall Local Twestival Comittee

Sadly, dedicated and passionate committee member Martin Philp died shortly after this photograph was taken

ND filter

2011-02-22T13:06:00.000-08:00

Having bought a strong neutral density filter we thought it was time to give it a try, so we went to Swanpool and had a play - middle of the day - and managed a 6sec exposure!!!

This was my result

2011 FA and McDonalds Community Awards

2011-02-13T10:58:00.000-08:00

Today we went to Northam, in north Devon to photograph the launch of the 2011 FA and McDonalds Community Awards.
The theme is 'My Grassroots' and the launch featured football legend Trevor Francis visiting Bideford Blues & Appledore Junior FC

Photographs taken for The Red Consultancy

A classic seaside image

2011-02-03T11:21:00.000-08:00

Whilst in Weymouth I had a bit of free time, so had a wander along the seafront and took this classic image of a seaside shelter

Winter Rule

2011-01-31T05:07:00.000-08:00

Commercial portraiture this morning at Winter Rule, Truro

Outdoor portrait, lit with two off camera lights

Stephens Scown

2011-01-25T05:19:00.000-08:00

A new team of specialist lawyers is being set up to service the legal needs of the Westcountry’s food and drink industry.

Deborah Clark Associates link

back at the Cathedral

2011-01-18T03:19:00.000-08:00

We do seem to post a lot of photos from the Cathedral, so here we go again......

Four new bells have been named and blessed. Western Morning News article here

Fal Mussel Card

2011-01-10T03:38:00.000-08:00

The people behind Falmouth's Fal River Festival are planning a new Autumn festival this year.

Falmouth People article here

Photograph taken for King Harrys Cornwall. More details of the festival on their website

Stephens Scown award

2011-01-07T06:21:00.000-08:00

Top global accolade for Westcountry family law team

Story here

Training session

2011-01-01T07:40:00.001-08:00

A couple of images from a training session we held today.

Both student and aspiring model enjoyed themselves, which is always good

Cathedral choir rehearsals

2010-12-19T03:27:00.000-08:00

We seem to be doing a lot of photography at Truro Cathedral lately, and we were there again yesterday, this time photographing the choir rehearsing.

Photos were lit with a mixture of ambient artificial lights, and a softbox gelled to blend the colour of our flash with the ambient artificial lights.

Age Concern comes to St Day

2010-12-09T06:31:00.001-08:00

Age Concern comes to St Day, in the form of their community bus service

Blake at Truro Cathedral

2010-11-21T05:11:00.001-08:00

Blake performed at Truro Cathedral last night. Fantastic voices, and the accoustics of the Cathedral are amazing!

Truro City of Lights procession

2010-11-18T04:20:00.000-08:00

The Truro City of Lights procession was a great success.
The weather held off and a great time was had by all.

Gallery here

National Curry Week

2010-11-15T09:07:00.000-08:00

National Curry Week is due to start next week, and Cobra Beer have teamed up with Truro's Shanaz Restaurant to advertise this great event

Pictured is head chef Jamal Uddin putting the finishing touches to a Cornish pasty, which has been given an Indian twist!

Cornish Food Market

2010-11-11T08:54:00.001-08:00

The Cornish Food Market are launching a home delivery service and we were there to do the publicity photography

Business Cornwall link

Truro Christmas lights

2010-11-09T14:18:00.000-08:00

We were asked to photograph the putting up of the Christmas lights in Truro this evening by mpad, on behalf of Totally Truro

It looks like they will be amazing once they are all up and sw itched on!

Kernow Grain

2010-11-04T10:25:00.000-07:00

We were at Kernow Grain today, where they had an open day to celebrate the opening of four new silos. Local grain producers were invited to look around and meet the directors and developers.

Pictured below is the site, with two of the newest silos in the foreground

Confectionery

2010-10-28T08:48:00.000-07:00

Studio photography today, for the Jane Asher range of confectionery. Can't wait to eat it. It looks and smells lovely!!!

See main food page for more examples

more HDR

2010-10-20T08:32:00.000-07:00

Following on from our HDR session in the Cathedral we found ourselves in a situation where HDR was very much needed.

Faced with a building in dappled light, and very contrasty light it seemed like a good idea to bracket exposures.

To get an idea of the exposure range we were faced with the following three images show a range over nine stops!!! The first is four stops over exposed, getting good detail in the shadow areas, but the highlights had gone. The next is the 'correct' exposure, but the both the highlights and the shadows had dissapeared. And the third was four stops underexposed, getting good detail in the highlights, but the shadows were pure black.

Bearing in mind that we were shooting in RAW, we still couldn't retain good enough detail in both the highlights or the shadows with the 'correct' exposure even with careful processing in Adobe Lightroom.

Therefore we took nine shots, from minus four stops to plus four stops.
These were then processed in Lightroom and blended through Photoshop using Merge to HDR Pro.

Although it does show some of the inherent HDR characteristics, the finished image is the best compromise, and works very well.

HDR photography

2010-10-14T04:50:00.000-07:00

Yesterday we decided to have a go at HDR photography.

The following two images were taken in Truro Cathedral. The first is a combination of nine image exposures, blended together, the second is a combination of seven images blended together.

The results look amazing when enlarged up, and are so much better than one exposure, which cannot achieve full detail in both the shadows and highlights, which HDR does.

Sky Garden

2010-09-19T06:56:00.000-07:00

Last night the Hall for Cornwall hosted Sky Garden - Transe Express, and we were asked to capture the action for the Hall.

BBC new link

Music Truro

2010-09-17T05:19:00.000-07:00

Music Truro is on all week, and we are covering it for the organisers.

Last night saw Cream of Cornish at The Office, Truro

South West Cleantech Co-investment Fund

2010-09-16T05:22:00.000-07:00

Today was the launch of a new loan fund for businesses, called South West Cleantech Co-investment Fund

Photo for the South West RDA

More Sigma photos

2010-09-11T03:10:00.000-07:00

I am quite amazed at the images that are achievable with my Sigma DP1s.

What a great carry around compact camera!!!

New recruits for Skybus

2010-09-06T06:55:00.000-07:00

Cornwall’s longest-serving airline Skybus has recruited two new pilots and promoted two others to fly to the Isles of Scilly.

Business Cornwall link

Photo for Deborah Clark Associates

more BBQ equipment

2010-09-05T10:00:00.000-07:00

This weekend we took some more photos for a local BBQ supplier.

These are of a 4ft professional smoker, and a basket that can go inside the smoker

St Kitts Herbery

2010-09-02T06:49:00.000-07:00

We seem to be having a PR week this week.

Today we were at St Kitts Herbery on behalf of Oxford Innovation, who have been helping with their online presence

Back into the studio........

2010-08-25T07:56:00.000-07:00

BBQ related items

Back to the Wave Hub

2010-08-23T06:37:00.001-07:00

It was back to the Wave Hub today..................the cable is now ashore!!!

Photo for Deborah Clark Associates

Johnny Cowling

2010-08-16T03:26:00.000-07:00

Johnny Cowling entertained a packed Truro Cathedral last night, as he performed an 'Elvis Gospel Service''

We were there to capture the action

Wave Hub

2010-08-13T04:16:00.000-07:00

We were down on Hayle beach last night, to see part of the new Wave Hub being connected up

Images shot for Deborah Clark Associates

test shot

2010-08-07T10:10:00.000-07:00

We have been shooting some test shots for a Cornwall based client today who have previously had to travel to London to get good enough quality images of their products.

Quite a challenge, given that the products are black and very reflective! The end result is very close to what has been achieved previously in the specialist studio in London.

The John Knowles Company

2010-08-06T07:49:00.000-07:00

Falmouth-based consultancy, The John Knowles Company, has just celebrated 25 years of beating the odds by drawing international business into Cornwall.

Business Cornwall article

Roseland Parc

2010-08-05T05:26:00.000-07:00

We spent the day at Roseland Parc, Tregony yesterday, where they had a sports day for the residents.

The shooting range was very popular, the residents having to knock plastic ducks off with water pistols.

back in the studio

2010-07-27T10:09:00.000-07:00

After last week which was full of PR photography, this week is a studio week.

Today we have been photographing some lovely fudge - and we can eat it once the client has said they like the images. Yummy - can't wait!!!

The Office, Truro

2010-07-24T04:08:00.000-07:00

Citigate Dew Rogerson asked us to go to 'The Office' in Truro to photograph the staff with a certificate from Talk Talk for 'Best Value Nightclub/Late Bar

Truro Cathedral

2010-07-24T04:03:00.001-07:00

Truro Cathedral has had its weathervane taken down and recovered in gold leaf.

We were there when the weathervane was put back, and a special ceremony performed.

Also, the Cathedral has had local students in, learning about filming techniques

This week

2010-07-23T08:02:00.000-07:00

Have been busy this week with PR jobs. Quite a unique week as the jobs have all been for different PR agencies.

Have only seen one so far that has been published, probably because it was for a local PR agency, Firegrass Communications

Cornwalls Coolest

1yr old this week!

2010-07-13T01:04:00.000-07:00

pr4photos celebrates its 1st birthday this week.

What a year!

Work has steadily built up, sometimes get overloaded, sometimes its quiet. But overall its been great. I much prefer being my own boss, having the freedom to choose when and where to work is so refreshing.

From starting up a year ago purely on my own, pr4photos now offers two photographers for weddings and events, and most recently with the addition of a third person, pr4photos can now offer a professional video service

Onward and upward!!!

More playing with the Sigma DP1s

2010-07-04T12:48:00.000-07:00

Have had another play with the Sigma DP1s, shooting in RAW. Am amazed at the images that are coming off the camera.
Obviously this image has then been enhanced in Photoshop, but am very pleased with a 'compact' camera!

Truro Cathedral ordinations

2010-07-04T07:54:00.000-07:00

This weekend saw two ordination services at Truro Cathedral. On Saturday six new Deacons were ordained, and on Sunday twelve new Priests were ordained.

We were there both days to capture the event.

Why shoot in RAW?

2010-07-01T06:50:00.000-07:00

Why should you shoot in RAW, rather than in JPG?

I always shoot in RAW using my Nikon DSLR gear, and have just replaced my old Canon compact with a Sigma DP1s compact, that also enables me to shoot in RAW.

I had a play with the Sigma yesterday, and I know this isn't the prettiest of photos, but it does show what RAW can do.

A RAW file is like a negative, and holds a lot more information than a JPG, and enables you get several exposures from one image, using computer software. A JPG is much more limiting, in that what you see is basically what you get.

Below shows two images taken from the one RAW file. The image on the left is made for the shadow area, and would be very much like a JPG file, when exposing for the ground. The sky detail is starting to disappear. The image on the right is exposed for the sky. The ground detail is now disappearing.

When shooting JPG, if you want full detail in both the sky and the ground you would usually need to be on a tripod and you would bracket exposures to get several shots of the same scene. But you run the risk of movement showing up in the scene. Not so with one shot RAW!

The next image shows what happens when you combine the two RAW processed images in Photoshop and tweak the settings.

A rather striking improvement over what could be achieved from a JPG image!

Cotswold Outdoor, Truro

2010-06-24T14:29:00.000-07:00

We were at the opening of the new Cotswold Outdoor store in Truro, last Friday.

We produced both video and stills for the PR company involved in the opening

Age Concern at the Royal Cornwall Show

2010-06-24T14:21:00.000-07:00

Highfields school, Redruth

2010-06-18T08:32:00.001-07:00

What a busy week. Loads to edit over the weekend.

Spent this morning at the opening of the new Cotswold Outdoor shop in Truro - photos still to edit, and this afternoon visited Highfields school, in Redruth, where the pupils had a visit from a community sports coach - photo below

Trungle Farm

2010-06-17T02:54:00.001-07:00

We seem to be doing quite a lot of architectural photography at the moment, mainly for the tourist industry, but also for developers.

These shots are from a series that we did for a developer who renovated a barn to create a stunning living space

Great British RIB rally

2010-06-13T07:31:00.000-07:00

The Great British RIB rally arrived in Mylor Harbour yesterday, and we were there for St Austell Brewery, who are sponsoring Dominic Byrne, a consultant at Treliske Hospital.

As you can see, pr4photos can now provide videos, as well as stills. If you would like more information about this new and exciting addition to pr4photos please contact us.

Busy week

2010-06-11T03:40:00.000-07:00

So far its been a nice busy week, and it looks like carrying on into the weekend.

We have photographed a restoration project house for a developer, did some PR work for a designer (new client), been out on a boat photographing a new ferry at St Mawes, and been to the Royal Cornwall Show.

We are going back to the Royal Cornwall Show tomorrow, and then will be out on a boat late afternoon for some PR photographs of the Great British Rib rally.

Today we are playing catchup editing photos from this week and sending them off.

What's on?

2010-06-04T03:05:00.001-07:00

This is a rarity. Writing about whats coming up, rather than what we have done!

Doing a bit of press work today, helping out a fellow tog, by photographing a family fun day in Falmouth.

Tomorrow, if the weather holds, we should be at Ocean Blue taking some scenic photos. The website looks fab, especially as the vast majority of the photos are ours.

Sunday sees the World Hogs Pudding championship at the City Inn, Truro, and we shall be there to photograph it in all its glory.

Next week we should be sorting out when and how we will be photographing some very expensive houses for a new client.

Pet portraiture

2010-06-02T11:34:00.000-07:00

Not much to report. A few PR jobs and house photography lately, but have just done some portraits of a cat, so thought I would post one up.

If you go down to the Cathedral.............

2010-05-21T06:39:00.000-07:00

you will find a trail laid out for younger visitors to follow.

And on that trail you find................a teddy hiding in a font!

New client

2010-05-20T01:32:00.000-07:00

If all goes to plan, as of next month, we will be taking photographs of houses belonging to the international rich and famous, courtesy of a new client.
Very exciting!!!

Something a bit different

2010-05-19T04:39:00.001-07:00

We were recenty asked if we could take some modelling photos with a view to being for a portfolio.

Most of our work is either PR or commercial, so this type of photography is not something we undertake very often, but we think its good to able to say we can.

Quite cramped working conditions; large bed, studio lights, model, assistant, and us. But we think the photo has turned out well, and the model likes it, which is the main thing.

City Inn, Hogs pudding

2010-05-15T03:21:00.000-07:00

The City Inn, Truro is going to host the World Hogs Pudding Championship

Ugandan farmer visit

2010-05-15T03:19:00.001-07:00

Ladock was the location for a visit from a Ugandan farmer, who showed local school pupils how farming is done is his country

Helpful holidays

2010-05-15T03:15:00.000-07:00

I've been photographing a couple of stunning houses for Helpful Holidays

whats been happening

2010-05-15T03:09:00.000-07:00

Its been a couple of weeks since I posted anything, so whats been happening?

I've been to Truro Cathedral a couple of times.

The choir needed some new photos, so got them to have fun with it, this being one where I got the younger members of the choir to run towards me

Next it was Johnny Cowling, with the canons of the Cathedral as backing singers!

Interior photography

2010-04-28T07:23:00.000-07:00

I was recently asked to show the difference between what the 'person on the street' can and does take with their standard digital camera compared to what I take with my camera equipment, lighting, and computer processing.

Having looked at the standard of photography used by the tourism industry to promote themselves I am quite shocked at how bad it is in some places.

To illustrate my point, this photograph was taken by me using a standard compact camera, and illustrates the limitations of what they are capable of. I have got the best angle I could, so is in some ways better than maybe the average person would do, BUT, this type of photograph is all too often used on websites and brochures to promote hotels, Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts etc. Most people think that because they have a digital camera they can take a photograph that is good enough.

The next photograph, taken by me is using my professional camera equipment, lighting, and has been fully processed on my computer from a RAW file.

As you can see, a vast difference. The room looks more spacious, lighter and more appealing.

If you were looking at somewhere to stay, which photograph of the room would entice you to make contact and book to stay.

If you advertise, can you afford not to make your property look as good as it can? Do your competitors get more business than you? Why is that? Get ahead of them.

Take a look at www.pr4photos.co.uk/commadvert.htm to see what I can do for you.