.. on pages 58 to 69 – featuring Jacqui and Peter’s Victorian rectory in the County Down town of Bangor.
Which we talked about shooting here: Classic design that stands the test of time.
“No room lights on” is one of the things that a lot of editors insist on these days, which actually became like ‘a rule’ 12 years ago. So when shooting a home which we are hoping a national or international magazine will run with, that is something that we would obviously keep in mind.
Which for the most part isn’t a problem, as many homes are quite bright to start with, as most of their walls and ceilings will often be painted white or a light colour.
.. even with two 3K’s blasting through the windows on this rather dull day, it was still looking pretty dark in there.
.. as Peggy posed to perfection.
.. I had actually shot before – and talked about here: House of fun.
.. as every area was like picture perfect.
.. and definitely a little bit different to the norm.
Which is something that we would always be on the lookout for, as would the editors too.
Anyway, just want to say a big thanks to Peggy and Phil for inviting us into your amazing home and to Sean too, from Dianne & me on this Black Friday.
.. on pages 116 to 119 – which features Amy & Gareth Scott’s semi-detached period house in the County Down town of Bangor.
Which I talked about shooting here: Family living – a few years ago.
.. on pages 98 to 101 – featuring Keri and Paul Johnson’s townhouse which overlooks Ballyholme Bay in the County Down seaside town of Bangor.
Which we talked about shooting at the time here: House of fun.
.. which belongs to Paul and Keri Johnson, who is both an occupational therapist and a vintage home stylist.
Keri is from Northern Ireland but met her husband (who is English) when she lived and worked in Bath. When the opportunity arose to return to Northern Ireland, they took it – and bought their present home. She had picked up the vintage bug when in Bath and has filled their home with favorite vintage purchases. Until recently she jointly owned a vintage shop. They did a huge renovation to the home – in particular, they reconfigured downstairs putting the kitchen at the front to enjoy sea views.
.. which I must say looked pretty Wow to me.
.. of the mirrors and signage.
.. to ensure it just looks right.
Which I guess is what they mean when they say: Hindsight is 20/20.
.. as it was indeed a lot of fun.
Anyway, just like to say ​big thanks to Stuart for helping us out here – as this was indeed a big house to shoot on a day when the weather conditions were far from perfect – and of course to Keri as well, for making us feel so welcome in her magnificent house of fun.
From Marie & me @ ampimage.com in the County Down seaside town of Bangor.
.. on pages 84 to 97, plus on the cover too – featuring Alastair and Pauline Bingham’s chalet bungalow in the County Down town of Bangor.
Which we talked about shooting here: All Change.
.. for this time making it into this absolutely beautifully printed Irish glossy magazine – and a big thank you everyone else involved here too.
.. on pages 78 to 81 – featuring Amanda and Keith McGuile’s seaside Victorian terrace which overlooks Bangor Marina in County Down.
Which we talked about shooting at the time here: Shabby Chic Christmas.
.. who as always, was the real Star of the show.
.. pages 70 to 81.
So congratulations to Charles once again – especially for making it onto the cover too.
From Marie, Mandi & me.
.. of Amanda and Keith McGuile, which overlooks the Bangor Marina in County Down.
.. ideally suited to her style.
Shooting homes for the glossies these days is all about lifestyle – as a result, Marie usually brings lots of props – like cushions, throws, flowers, crusty bread, fruit, etc, etc.
.. Bailey, Amanda’s son – who was the star of the show throughout the day.
Anyway, just to say it was a really lovely shoot and big thanks to Amanda for making us feel so welcome.