LexingTEN Charity Auction

Hats off to Lexington Catering who, as part of their ten-year anniversary, are finding ways to give back - this charity auction was in aid of the Ben Jonson School in Mile End. Co-hosts Reed Smith were to thank for the event's fantastic views over London as it was held on their premises on the 31st floor of the Broadgate Tower. The evening involved guests dressing up as chefs to carve their own delicious leg of lamb, a fierce competition for the most creative trifle design (let's just say that there were some very creative designs out there and...not very edible ones) and, of course, some even fiercer bidding to get some of the top prizes (helicopter flights over London, anyone?)

Family celebration at Goldsborough Hall

Eek, I've been naughty and not updated the blog for ages and I have so much to tell you about! Watch out for a heap of entries over the next few days, starting with this beautiful family celebration at Goldsborough Hall in Yorkshire. Thanks to Catherine and Andrew for having me document it all! Here a little teaser - click below to see more.

Westminster Kingsway Graduation

 

Shooting this graduation ceremony brought back lots of memories - being excited to "get out there", being nervous to "get out there" and being hugely relieved at not tripping up on collecting the scroll. Graduating is such an emotional point in time and I hope to have captured that sense of one chapter ending and another beginning, of student friendships, of the anticipation and excitement, as well as that feeling of pride. Here's to the Culinary Arts and Hospitality students at Westminster Kingsway College as they celebrate another fantastic year of results!

Cook with Kids

Rob Kirby has produced a wonderful book, "Cook with Kids", and I felt really privileged to shoot the launch - click on the photo to see the slideshow. All royalties from the book go to the Children's Hospital School at Great Ormond Street. Do buy a copy here.

The Big 3-0

This girl knows how to party. I was really excited when Chizoba asked me to shoot her big 3-0, especially when I heard it was 80s inspired. It was all quite civilized to start with...but once the costumes came out, it was time to party like it was 1985! Click below to see more.

Outward Street Party

Outward organised this street party in Enfield to help create a shared sense of community where local people with learning disabilities are viewed as equal and valued members of the community. People who want to be involved and to have fun – just like everyone else.

The next Jamie Olivers

It was a real privilege to photograph students at the Victoria Centre of Westminster Kingsway College; the first UK culinary school founded a century ago. Famous graduates have included Jamie Oliver amongst others and if you haven't tried it, do visit the Vincent Rooms at Victoria, SW1, where the future award winning chefs are cooking up a storm and serving three-course gourmet meals at a fraction of the price. And you'll be in good company - the day I shot at Westminster Kingsway, How-Clean-Is-Your-House star Aggie MacKenzie was enjoying her meal at the restaurant. Here's a short clip - Enjoy!

Shooting Stars

Westminster Kingsway College is an amazing place. With a brand new recording studio, a top chef school, and all powered by Macs I wish I’d had the chance to study there! I haven’t checked out their professional photography department but I’m sure it’s second to none.