Shout out for Models / future Models!

Morning guys,

This is just a quick shout out for those living locally to Belfast, Bangor, Co.Down area.

I'm looking to build up my own personal contacts for models that would be interested in photo shoots for prints for their portfolio.

I'm looking to expand my own photography portfolio and I'm concentrating on fashion imagery at this moment in time.

If you, or anyone you may know would be up for putting there name on my list, then please do contact me with the following information and a photograph attached.

Looking both males and females.  All different looks and styles, each person will fit a certain type of theme, so if you aren't contacted, it doesn't mean you aren't on the list!

• NAME:
• DOB:
• LOCATION:
• INTERESTS:
• MUSIC:
• CONTACT DETAILS:
• jpg. photo attachment.

Please forward information to:

s.taylorphotography@live.com

Skate Park Images, First ones!

Today I FINALLY got to get to a local skate park to get some boarding and blading images on the go.  This has been on my list of things to photograph for around a year now, and feels great to have a few new ones to add to the collection.

These were taken at The Bridges Skate Park, Belfast.  Which is free to use and open between 7:30am-10pm.  Everyone of different abilities down there, lots of friendly people too!

Enjoy the images.  Hoping to get some more at this location over the next week or two.

Behold....Another vintage Photo!

Just another quick old photograph I found you may enjoy.  It's a little creepy if like me (and most others), you don't like clowns, but enjoy!

Going to hazard a guess this was taken in Jersey, during 1990's.

I love candid shots.  Street scenes and people are fascinating.  Photography shows it's power best at observing a moment and stopping time for a fraction of a second, to freeze a moment that will never happen again.

Many famous photographers best work often comes from street scenes.  The people, the place, the mood, the expression - all give us that glimpse back in time.  

There will be more vintage images to follow.

Time is also ticking and I have a few photo shoots lined up.  Been busy with some freelance work lately, so the chances to be creative have been slim, but they will happen, I will make sure of that!   

Old Photographs...another one!

Been digging through the archive and found this rather weird and wonderful one this morning!

Couldn't resist posting it.

Think it was taken by my Grandfather......no idea of the year.  Possibly late 1980's.  Somewhere in the UK.

Enjoy! - It's so strange!

Charity Shops....Just check them out!

So, this is just a quick post, mostly to highlight how wonderful charity shops are when you are a photographer.

I've found many great finds in charity shops over the past few years, and have to admit, I have become a little bit of an addict over the past 6 months.  I just cant resist going into the ones with lots of bits and pieces!

Why?  Well, there are a few reasons, especially for photographers, here are three......

1. You will find quirky old cameras
2. Books - Many great ones on photography, just have a hunt!
3. It's cheap  You will find a bargain, occasionally something rare, and, your money will be going to a good cause also.

Everyone is a winner!

I've found many great things in charity shops, some of these include a boxed Polaroid camera for next to nothing.

Many of the books I have found have been great to read and to keep for reference.
I found a few great books last year and would recommend them to any photographer that is looking to build a strong foundation to their knowledge.

The Photographers Handbook - by John Hedgecoe is a really good book for reference.  Packed with images and diagrams as to how everything works, from processing chemicals to your lenses.
It's not quite a pocket sized, but one I would recommend to be on the bookshelf of every photographer!  

 

 

Another great find turned out to be this set of books, that I paid no more than £2.00 for.
They were produced by Time-Life Books, Amsterdam, in the early eighties.  A brilliant find!

Although the books may be old, the techniques for photography and lighting remain the same.
I strongly suggest that if you have never checked out a charity shop before, to go and check them out now!
Don't be afraid to ask if they have any cameras or items that may be photography related out the back.
Local shops are only too happy to leave things aside if they have someone interested and they know it can make them a sale.

There are many great sources in which to gain photography knowledge now, but in my opinion, nothing can beat a good old fashioned book and a bit of practice to help you learn.
The more aspects of photography you are open to read about, the more inspired you will be about whatever images or projects you do.
Many great ideas and images created now have been inspired by something done in the past, so brush the dust off a few things and dive into a book or two!
You might just get some great ideas from them!