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So its pretty safe to admit that I am a little late to the Infocus conference/Iris awards debrief party.  My tardiness in no way reflects the enormity of my emotions over what was one of the most fabulous few days of my photographylife to date. I initially wasn't going to enter the Iris awards this year (due to all sorts of reasons - nerves, downright fear, being too busy yadayadayada) but late one night (minutes before the close of entries) I bit the bullet and entered some images.  This resulted in a last minute printing mission for the wonderful team at Queensberry - who To View More >>

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Whilst in New Plymouth recently I took some shots of the Te Rewa Rewa bridge - which is something of a New Plymouth icon.   Not one to be held by normal constraints I wanted my images to be different from the traditional (yet beautiful) images that are usually taken.   So here they are ...  To View More >>

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On Samoa's Upolu Island is a beach called Return to Paradise, originally made famous by Gary Cooper in the 1953 movie of the same name... now its famous for its idylic beauty, the white sand, palm tree lined coastline and turquoise waters.  The only resort on the beach aptly named Return to Paradise Resort & Spa is newly opened, and has everything you dream of. It has a beautiful lagoon, sparkling white sandy beaches, dazzling marine life, colourful coral, pools, a beachside bar where sandyfeet are welcome, delicious meals and luxurious accomodation.   I had the absolute pleasure To View More >>

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Those that know me will be well aware that beautiful Samoa is my happy place in the world. The warmth, the sand between my toes, the crystal clear water not to mention the fantastic people! I'm lucky enough to be heading over there (again) this evening - this time with more of a purpose than just relaxing, sipping cocktails and catching up with friends! This trip I am delivering postcards to Le Manumea a fantastic resort in Vailima & taking more photos of their wonderful island night! I am also beyond excited that I have been asked to photograph the newly opened luxury resort at Return To View More >>

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