photography book now - people's choice award

The Surreal Line by Yusuf Ozkizil | Make Your Own Book

I've entered my photography book "The Surreal Line" in a book competition run by Blurb called "photography book now". The book contains a series of images that feature chance encounters on the London Underground, between static billboards and the hustle and bustle of the world around them.

I'm hoping to drum up some support in the "people's choice" category where the winners are decided by the popular vote. Voting is still open and will remain so until 20th August. As is the way with these things you need to set up an account with Blurb in order to vote, and although the process is somewhat longwinded, it's relatively simple if you persevere through the steps. Any votes much appreciated!

Mary & Neil's wedding

Back in late July, I was wedding photographer for Mary and Neil. The ceremony was held at Wandsworth Registry office, followed by a reception over at Mitcham Golf Course. Luckily for this time of year the unpredictable British "summer" behaved itself, and despite the clouds a sunny finish was had!

St. George's website

I've added a screenshot of the St. George's University of London website, as it features one of my photos which I was commissioned to take during their graduation ceremony last month.

St George's Graduation Ceremony

I was commissioned again by St. George's University of London, to take pictures during the graduation ceremony held at the Barbican, on Thursday 15th July. St George's are building up their image library of graduation pictures, and some of my photos will end up being used in promotional materials. As and when these become available I'll post scans. The graduation itself was very well attended, and with the Barbican at near capacity, and the lack of any air conditioning it was a very stuffy, sweltering experience for staff, students, parents and not to mention this photographer! Here are some of my favourite photos from the day.

TeamLondonBridge event - HMS Belfast

I was commissioned to take pictures at a corporate event organised by TeamLondonBridge on HMS Belfast. I've never been on a warship before, let alone a floating museum, so something of an unexpected 2-4-1 bonus.

Platform Bar & Restaurant opening night

I was commissioned to take pictures of the opening night festivities at Platform, Tooley street's newest bar restaurant. It was such a well attended night that I found it difficult to move between the two floors, such was the volume of punters eager to get a taste of the delicious looking nibbles on offer. Some pictures feature on their website and facebook fan page.

Blossom photoshoot

Pretty unusual assignment taking pictures of an old cow on behalf of St. George's University of London. Not just any old cow, but Blossom the cow used in Edward Jenner’s vaccination experiments. Blossom has been displayed on the wall of the library at St. George's for quite a while, but was given temporary release for samples to be taken for some tests.