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Photography Leicester | SKJ Martial Arts

Beautiful Life — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:34:13 +0000

I always relish the opportunity to photograph something a bit different (and believe me this was different for me the complete gym-phobic!) so when i got a call from Abi from S.K.J. Martial Arts asking me to do some promotional photography Leicester at their official launch and Taster session I was really looking forward to it. Sticks, Kicks and Jits (SKJ) Martial Arts offers women the unique opportunity to train in three martial arts in one training session; Stick fighting, Kick boxing and Jiu jitsu, it is also the only club of this kind that offers the chance to train with only female instructors, successful in their disciplines. 50 women attended the taster session on saturday and the atmosphere was amazing. There were all kinds of women taking part from World, Eurpoean and National champions in their chosen sports to those who, until a few days ago, had never tried anything like this. The team running the event are amazing, really friendly, great trainers and very talented. SKJ run a womens only training session in leicester on Thursday evenings 6 – 8.30 pm. If you have kids you can bring them too and they can take part in a kids training session which runs at the same time. So if you’re in Leicester and want to try something new, get into shape or simply burn off a few calories after Christmas then give Abi a call on the number below and she’ll be happy to help. You never know you could be a future competitor on the national or international stage!

SKJ Martial Arts – 59 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3HR. Contact Abi on 07508 003067

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Promotional Photography Leicester by Joy Foulds
If your looking for a way to spice up your website or promotional material then please call us on 01509 505438 for more information

All you need is love . . .

Beautiful Life — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 09:23:57 +0000

I’ve had a busy but fun weekend working with the ladies from the florists ‘Fleurs en Fleur‘ in Loughborough, Leicestershire, documenting their Valentines Day preparations. I met Lisa at Matt and Megan’s Wedding last year and just loved the gorgeous bouquets she had made. Lisa has an amazing talent when it comes to working with colour and texture and brings a fresh and creative style to all her floral designs so I was excited when she asked me to take some photographs for her new website, I’ll post a link when it’s up but for now you can visit her site here – ‘Fleurs en Fleur‘

Well, the day started at 4.30am for me as I tried to rouse myself from sleep. I met Lisa and Sue at 5.45am and we drove to the flower market in Derby. Lisa picked up her order of red roses and then set about choosing all the other flowers and foliage she needed for the shop. Then we headed back to her shop in Loughborough for a well earned cup of tea!

After a quick breakfast all the flowers from the market have to be unpacked and prepared before she opened at 9 O’clock. It was amazing to see what goes into creating those gorgeous valentines bouquets, like every business there is so much that happens behind the scenes that often people don’t appreciate. Whist Lisa and Sue worked hard getting everything ready I took some time to photograph the gifts and accessories for the website.

Then there were the hundreds of red roses to cut and put in water ready for making up the bouquets to be delivered in the morning. All the roses had exotic names like passion and Grand Prix!

The shop was open and customers came in to place last minute orders and Lisa started to create her bouquets.

A vase of red roses for the pub over the road, then on with more bouquets for the shop.

As a photographer I’m always looking for new products that I can use to showcase my creativity and provide my clients with unique pieces. Lisa is just the same, as well as classic flowers and vintage roses she has lots of different plants like these bamboos that add that unique creative touch to her work.

The shop was looking and smelling amazing. So happy valentines everyone, and guys if you haven’t sorted it yet you’d better get on that phone and no a cheap bunch from the petrol station won’t cut it! Seriously, the love that goes into a high quality bouquet from an experienced florist will win her heart every time.

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Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue

Beautiful Life — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:27:15 +0000

You may remember this lovely couple from their ‘Save the Date‘ blog post. Well that date is fast approaching so time for a quick pre-wedding shoot. Matt and Megan have a town centre location for their big day and wanted some urban style pics as well as the usual classics, very exciting! We went to scout a few locations, it was great fun. So looking forward to this wedding.

A pre-wedding Photo session is a great opportunity for a couple to get to know their photographer and vice versa. It gives you an idea of how we will approach your photography on your wedding day and helps you become more relaxed in front of the camera. Pre-wedding shoots can be arranged at your wedding venue or at any location of your choice, they are informal and fun. After your shoot your images will be edited and displayed in our proofing gallery where you have an option to order any that you like. Portrait shoots can be booked anytime, not just as part of a wedding package, for more information please contact the office.

Just look at my new studio!!! I am a person who gets bored very quickly thats why I love working on location, you can change your studio every day.

Matt and Megan’s photo shoot took place in Leicestershire. Portrait Photography and Event Photography by Joy Foulds.

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Charlottes Christening

Beautiful Life — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:20:58 +0000

As promised here are some photographs from baby Charlottes Christening at All Saints Church in Newtown Linford, Leicestershire. The service was great, there was lots of children all making lots of happy noise and Charlotte was a star and took it all in her stride. Charlotte’s parents live and were married in China, they had their marriage blessed as part of the Christening service. The reception also had a chinese theme and was beautifully decorated.

Charlotte had seen the rabbit and she was having it!

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Blooming Brilliant – Big bellies are in this summer!

Beautiful Life — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 23:24:43 +0000

Spring sprung and even our guinea pig laid an egg according to my 4 year old daughter! So for all of you out there with a gorgeous baby bump why not show it off in style with a ‘Beautiful Life Pregnancy Photography Shoot‘. For all those who book their Pregnancy session over the summer we are offering a free Newborn Photography Session once your baby is born!

Our style is bright, fun and contemporary. As with all of our portrait sessions we like to photograph you in your own environment using natural light and making use of the colours and textures that surround us every day. Our Maternity Photography sessions are very relaxed and work around you and your family.

For more information please call Joy on 01509 505438.

Image of the month

Beautiful Life — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:44:04 +0000

Here’s my chosen image of the month for December. When I opened this image I just loved Amy’s thoughtful expression, captured at her Bridal Mehndi Ceremony got underway. I just had to work on this picture straight away, and here it is.

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Heading into Winter

Beautiful Life — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:24:16 +0000

I love to use natural light for photography but with the days getting shorter and the usual British weather to contend with it’s always good to have a few extra tools in the bag. Recently I have been experimenting with some flash techniques and I think the results are really exciting.

I particularly love this shot. It was a typical October day, the sky was muddy and dull and it was non-stop drizzle. Just using natural light it would have been a struggle to make an interesting image but add a bit of flash and look what happens, it freezes the rain drops and adds interest and drama. This technique would be amazing on a winter wedding shoot.

Featured in Health and Fitness Magazine!!

Beautiful Life — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 05:05:23 +0000

I’ve just been to the shops to buy the October edition of ‘Health and Fitness’ magazine because I’ve had a photograph of Stella McGowan from Nike D-Clash featured in it. It was an awesome feeling to stand in the shop and open the magazine to see a double page spread of my work!!!

Here it is!!

Nike D-Clash video click to see official promo video

Videpics (New Product)

Beautiful Life — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:02:27 +0000

Today we are launching a fab new service called Videpics. Videopics are contemporary ‘music video’ style slideshows of your images.

Below is the Videpic of Nike D-Clash for you to have a look at. We can create Videpics for websites, to use on your iphone or as a dvd of your photoshoot to show all your family and friends.

We will soon be dedicating a whole new website to this service which will be www.videpics.co.uk and accessible from our front page. If you would like to know more about using videpics then please contact us.

Have a look and tell us what you think.

NIKE D-Clash

Beautiful Life — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:02:18 +0000

Earlier this month I had the pleasure of going to London to work with a free-style Dance Crew called D-Clash on some promotional images for the group. The weather was freezing and wet but brightened up just in time for the shoot. The girls had loads of ideas and the area we were in was full of amazing backdrops of old warehouses and abandoned shops. Here’s some of my favourites

Dancing in the Rain!