DJB Photography Blog

It has just been announced that the UK’s leading album manufacturer has gone in to administration.  Spicer Hallfield has been recognised for many years as one of the most popular album manufacturers for UK photographers.  They offer a range of different styles of album to cater for many styles of photography.  However apparently due to the reluctance of the RBS to increase their loan, they have found themselves in financial difficulty and the administrators have been called in.  The reports I have read indicate that the company will continue in some form, with the hope that an investor will take on the company.  It would have to be hoped so as a lot of UK photographers could also be affected as a result.

I personally use and continue to solely use Queensberry Albums of New Zealand.  In my opinion the highest quality of albums I can offer my clients, with very stylish simple designs.  With over 50 different cover materials to choose from my clients can have an album that is truly tailored to their own taste.

I do wish Spicer Hallfield all the best and hope that they find funding and continue trading, not only for the sake of the company and its employees, but also for its customers.

This morning I have received a really lovely letter for Laura & Kris regarding my services on their wedding day.  The got married at Allerton Castle on the 21 March 2009, which was a lovely day.  They are a great couple and it was a pleasure to be a part of their day.  To receive a letter like this makes what I do really worthwhile and fulfilling.  The fact that I do not follow the crowd and keep it clear in my own mind how I believe a wedding should be photographed makes my style of photography that bit different.  It does not appeal to everyone, but to those it does they really appreciate my work and the way I work.  To see examples of my work please visit my main website, though a selection of photographs from various weddings are shown on this blog.

The letter of testimonial I received from Laura & Kris is below:

Dear Damian,

Kris and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the most excellent service you provided as photographer on our wedding day.  Your hear so many stories about bossy or pushy photographers that your quiet unassuming presence was a joy for all concerned.

The photos are excellent and exactly as we wished in that they truly reflect the happiness and celebration of the day rather than any kind of imposed or stiff formality.  As a result of the naturalness of the photographs we have lots of lovely shots of our friends and family which show them as the fun-loving party animals we know them to be; smiling, laughing, drinking champagne and dancing the night away.

More importantly, however, (in our opinion anyway) we have many photos of the two of us which reflect the quiet togetherness which we feel characterises our relationship.  We often stand alone together at social occasions and, whilst you have also captured us celebrating with our loved ones, you have genuinely portrayed the serenity and support we gain from each other.

I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending you to anyone who wishes a true photographic record of their event.  We wish you all the best for the future and hope your business continues to be a success.

Fond regards,

Kris & Laura