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Salvo’s – The F Word’s best local independent Italian restaurant… and me!

February 2, 2010 Posted inCorporate,Events,News

I’m not very good at keeping a secret especially if it’s something exciting. And what could be more exciting than becoming Salvo’s photographer so I’m spilling the beans! Only a few weeks ago Gordon Ramsey’s F Word decreed Salvo’s the very best local independent Italian restaurant in the country, and deservedly so – I have been going there regularly since we moved to Leeds 10 years ago and always have a wicked time with amazing food. On Friday I went to Salvo’s Salumeria for an evening of soul and wonderful food and to kick off our new partnership. I’ll be helping them out with photography for their music nights and events every so often and running promotions with them. Friday’s event was huge fun with the ‘chunky but funky’ Cleve ‘Reverend’ Freckleton and musicians Neil and Jam providing a lively mix of soul hits while Gip’s team looked after the delicious four course menu. I took a few photos as I was there and I was very pleased they turned out so well after John plied me with rather too much limoncello.

Next post will be more what you’re used to – a lovely bit of portrait photography featuring natural light and children. But for now, a small musical and gastronomic diversion (although unfortunately the food had all been snaffled before I had chance to photograph it) …

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Stewart Randall - February 2, 2010 - 12:44 pm

Very cool. Congrats!

James Pearson - February 2, 2010 - 12:58 pm

Great news, congratulations!! The photos are superb, looks like a fun night.

gill maheu - February 2, 2010 - 12:59 pm

brilliant ! congratulations ! love these shots – it looks as tho it was a fantastic night.

neil matthews - February 2, 2010 - 1:07 pm

great news, excellent shots and what a cool gig!! :)

Corporate people shots

February 1, 2010 Posted inCorporate,headshots,News

I’ve been a bit quiet on the blog-front lately. Sorry if you’ve missed me but I’m about to make up for it by several blogs in quick succession. I’ve not stopped – I’ve been really busy shooting portraits and corporate work and getting together new samples and marketing materials as well as sorting out some great new partnerships, of which more later. For now, here’s a taster of some corporate photography that I did last week for York-based engineering firm SES, featuring headshots and groups from marketing and the main board of directors and senior management team. There were a lot of people – this is just a small sample – but they were all very friendly and fun to work with so it was a long day and even longer post-production but worth it when I found out they were all happy with the pictures of them!














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neil matthews - February 1, 2010 - 2:50 pm

girl – i am loving those! especially the group shots – really dynamic! x

Hayley Ruth - February 1, 2010 - 3:03 pm

These are great and really modern and inviting, the 3rd one down makes me think of dragons den, boy they look serious, but cool at the same time!

Lynsey Pearson - February 1, 2010 - 3:37 pm

I agree with Neil… very dynamic! They look as funky as engineers can possibly look (I can say that coz James is an engineer too)!!

Rob Booker - February 1, 2010 - 5:22 pm

Nice job Susie • Relaxed, friendly, contemporary and business-like • You’ve made them out to be a approachable and professional bunch, and I’m sure they’ll love them.

Stockeld Park for a last burst of winter adventure

January 5, 2010 Posted inChildren,Families,News

Sunday was the last day (we thought then) of the holidays so we decided to head to the fabulous wonderland at Stockeld Park near Wetherby for our final festive flourish. We arrived just as the sun was setting and although it was bitterly cold, it was a great evening with snow to boot. I took my camera to get a few more wintry shots while I had the chance and had to resort to experimenting with the failing light as I didn’t want to use my flash and draw attention to myself. Little did I know that there was really no need to try so hard since the children have been off school today after just one day back and we are practically  snowed in! I didn’t take my camera sledging today as it was still snowing so hard when we went all I thought I’d see was blizzard. But it looks like I may still have tomorrow…

Here are a couple of quick highlights from Stockeld Park, even including a landscape! Clearly the photography experimentation should stop before I go completely nuts. More light soon please!

Jasper was deemed too young to ski in the treacherous conditions so he and I had to walk round the enchanted forest while Karl and the girls made fools of themselves falling over every few seconds.

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susielawrence2I was testing my boundaries big time with this one! I wanted some movement as Maisie was skating but it still had to clearly be her. A bit of panning round trying to follow her erratic course and I got her:
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Laura Lawson - January 6, 2010 - 12:23 pm

Wow what a cool park! These shots are totally magical, I love the ‘Maisie in motion’ one – she looks so full of concentration! Hope Jasper wasn’t too upset being left behind, sounds like he had a lucky escape :-)

Laura Silcock - January 6, 2010 - 1:56 pm

Gorgeous pics. I also like the one of Maisie and the last one is absolutely beautiful!!

Susie Lawrence Photography is one year old. And it’s Christmas. And it’s snowing.

December 17, 2009 Posted inChildren,Families,News

It’s exactly a year since Susie Lawrence Photography was launched with a party. What a party that was and what a year it’s been. I have been so busy and so happy and even though I knew I wanted to do this, I had no idea how successful it would really be. I have been so lucky to have met the most fantastic friendly group of photographers who have helped and encouraged me every step of the way. And my clients have without exception, been great to work with and very appreciative of what I do, making my job easy and fun. When I say easy though, I don’t mean ‘easy’ easy! I mean easy in that I really want to do it well and have learnt so much and done everything in my power to make sure I do a good job. I have worked sooooo hard! So I give myself a small pat on the back (and a mincepie):-)I also know there’s still a lot to learn and new things to try and I can’t wait!

What better way to celebrate than to remember who I’m doing it all for in my heart of hearts. Obviously I love my job now and do it for selfish reasons, but these three and Karl, are what my real life is all about. Today we finally got a Christmas tree and Sasha, Maisie and Jasper decorated it as soon as they came home from school. It was quite magical with the sprinkling of snow outside. I’ve processed the shots to be a bit ‘vintage’ as that was how it felt in our living room – one of those moments that goes straight into memory as especially Christmassy.

A big thank you to everyone who has been involved with Susie Lawrence Photography as it’s grown up and flourished this year – clients, friends, family, fellow photographers and suppliers. It’s been amazing and I’m so excited about 2010. Have a wonderful Christmas everyone and I hope you have a great 2010 too. xxx

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Taking a moment out to check if it’s still snowing outside. It’s not very in focus but I love this shot. (by the way, dear Santa, I would like a D700 for Christmas – it would improve my photography no end in low light like today – just a thought). You can see the snow on the hedge outside the window. So festive!
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James Pearson - December 17, 2009 - 7:55 pm

Congratulations! Happy Anniversary! :) Love the photos; you’ve got really cute kids! Here’s to an even better year next year!!

Lynsey Pearson - December 17, 2009 - 8:27 pm

Very cool tree! Well done on a very successful year!

Laura Silcock - December 19, 2009 - 2:08 pm

Congratulations Susie! I’m so pleased for you! Lovely Christmassy photos. See you soon x

Jennifer - December 23, 2009 - 5:36 pm

Lovely post and images and your new look is ab fab Jx

Rebecca Honeywell - January 5, 2010 - 5:41 pm

Hee hee I love that last one. That has to be next year’s Christmas card! Also love the one above of Maisie skating. Looks like a great Christmas! x

Excited about Christmas

December 3, 2009 Posted inChildren,Families,News

I ordered the turkey this morning and I’m starting to feel very festive. I also finalised plans for the photographers’ Christmas party a bunch of us are having. We mostly work on our own or as two-person teams and everybody was craving an office party – and that’s what we’re going to get, complete with secret santa, full Christmas dinner, tacky 80s disco, the works – can’t wait!
It would be great to do a few more portraits in the next few weeks. It’s always a bit quiet at this time of year as people are getting ready for the holiday and the light’s not as, well light, as it is at other times of year. But there’s something special and magical about wintry images, especially if they’ve got a bit of a Christmas vibe – sometimes it’s a rare chance to get the group of people together that you’d like to be involved. I’ve got a few dates still available in December so let me know if you’d like to me photograph your family – it’s not too late to do something as a gift if you’re quick or if you’re not quite quick enough, I can provide lovely gift vouchers.
This is Leo posing for some Christmas card images for a bit of inspiration. What a pudding!:
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Jim - December 9, 2009 - 5:57 pm

Ace, those xmas card shots are just lovely, my kids wont sit still long enough even when bribed with a santa hat – bloomin well done :o )
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