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Open yourself to the opportunities that arise

Image of lilies opening themselves to opportunity

  Be like the lily and open yourself to the opportunities that arise. A literal one this week, but I like it. The story behind the shot The landscape of the west coast of Scotland is very different to that

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How to save money on your business photography

Camera header close up corporate stock photography

In the first post of this two part series, I talked about using free and low cost stock images to supplement your custom professional images.  I also higlighted the importance of knowing when stock works, and when stock sucks! If you’re

Alison Read October 21, 2016January 16, 2019 Blog Read more

When to save money on your business photography

photographer taking pics of food

Images sell. Presenting a cohesive set of images, consistent with your brand, will give your marketing a really professional polish. But when you’re just starting out, money can be tight. Not all photographers will choose to tell you this, but

Alison Read October 21, 2016January 16, 2019 Blog Read more

Panning – How to freeze a moving object to depict speed

bike panning technique header image

I was talking to a potential client recently about panning. Panning is a creative technique used to freeze action and blur the surroundings. It’s used to portray speed, where you have a moving object, such as a car, or racehorse. 

Alison Read October 14, 2016October 19, 2016 Blog Read more

Step away from the selfie

Jo Roberts nutritionist at nutrivacity image by alison read photogrphy

The story behind the shot – there’s actually two stories here. The first belongs to Jo Roberts, dietitian and registered nutritionist whose website went live last week. Jo’s approach to wellbeing is very much about sensible eating and wholesome food,

admin September 26, 2016October 4, 2016 Blog Read more

There is always something good in every day

durness point cliff and beach sunset alison read

The story behind the shot – this is Durness, the most north-westerly town on the mainland. The little town sprawls along a clifftop, overlooking white sand beaches punctuated with dramatic black stacks. I walked alone to the boardwalk viewpoint at

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Integrity is doing the right thing

Lighthouse meme by Alison Read denoting integrity

  I wanted to create some memes illustrating my core values, and my integrity is very important to me.  I am honest and straightforward, I like supporting other people, I don’t play games or manipulate people for my own gain.  If I

admin September 12, 2016March 28, 2017 Blog Read more

And so the adventure begins…

And so the adventure begins…

This is the first in a series of memes that I’m creating to showcase some of my favourite photos.  Each original image is my own, overlaid with quotes or inspirational wording, or even sometimes a promotional sales message!  I compose

admin August 30, 2016October 4, 2016 Blog Read more

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