Tag: Light
Capturing Christmas at Gaucho Liverpool
A few weeks ago I was commission by Gaucho Liverpool to document their beautifully considered Christmas decorations both inside the restaurant and across its exterior frontage.
There’s something special about photographing festive installations at this time of year. As the days shorten and the city lights start to take over, locations take on an atmosphere you just don’t get in any other season.
New Video: Stunning Drone Footage of Outchester Ducket, Northumberland
My latest behind-the-scenes video is now live over on my YouTube channel and in this one we go behind the scenes as I capture one of Northumberland’s most distinctive landmarks Outchester Ducket from the air.
Family Shoot with Joe, Alba & Family at Newmillerdam
Earlier this year, I met up with Joe, his wife, and their daughter Alba for a relaxed family session in the beautiful woodland setting of Newmillerdam, just outside Wakefield.
This is one of my favourite spots to visit with my own family — a place full of texture, character, and peaceful, tree-lined paths that are ideal for capturing natural family moments.
New Video: Behind the Scenes – Author Portrait Shoot, Gabor Szaba
I’ve just published a new behind-the-scenes video from a recent studio portrait session with author Gabor Szabo.
This shoot was part of the promotional materials for Gabor’s new book North East of Eden. The goal was to create a clean, expressive portrait that reflected the thoughtful, introspective tone of the book. We kept things simple and focussed, using controlled lighting to highlight Gabor’s features and allow his character to come through in the final image.
Shadow & Light Monthly #68
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we dive into the stunning street photography of Finnish photographer Tommi Viitala and photographs from film director Wim Wenders that capture the moody Americana themes of his iconic films. We see how a group of photographers have paid homage to David Lynch and explore the rebellious Japanese rockabilly subculture.
Using On-Camera Flash for Dynamic Event Photography
Using on-camera flash, creative techniques, and ambient light, I captured a recent event in a way that reflected not just how it looked but how it felt to be there.
Hosted at The Queens Hotel in Leeds, the event presented both challenges and creative opportunities. With 300 attendees, a live band, and a bustling dance floor in a ballroom with towering ceilings and low ambient lighting, the setup can be intimidating for photographers. However, by embracing the conditions and adapting my approach, I was able to create a diverse set of images that not only documented the event but also captured its energy and atmosphere.
Shadow & Light Monthly #61
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we look at the brutal beauty of road cycling and everyday life in Paris. We investigate the feeling of ‘Sonder’ and the beauty created by the interplay of light and shadow in architecture.
Editorial Photography for Der Spiegel Magazine
I was commissioned by Der Spiegel magazine to pay a visit to Leeds University for an editorial portrait shoot to accompany an upcoming feature on climate change.
My 6 Top Tips for Better Event Photography
In this post I offer my 6 tips for better event photography to help you achieve the best results.
Whether you’re shooting a family event, business event, conference or awards ceremony, event photography can be challenging. These tips will help to take your event photography to the next level.
Shadow & Light Monthly #45
Shadow & Light is a list of curated photography stories, features, techniques, news and inspiration that I’ve come across this month.
In this edition we go behind the scenes of a stunning underwater shot and take an alternative look at car photography. We learn more about the story behind NASA crew portraits and talk handheld exposure meters.
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I'm Simon Wiffen, an award-winning photographer, husband, dog owner, record collector and dad of three.
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