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"For all the latest Sinclair Photography news and where I'll be in the coming weeks..."
Welcome to the Sinclair Photography news page. You'll find links and details of the things I've been up to lately in here.
LAST UPDATED 21/05/2012 - 8.00pm
If you want to view or buy images from a recent show but can't find it take a look in "Gallery & Shop" . I try to have all images up within 72 hours of a shoot but this all depends on other jobs or the size of the event. See below for the current list of events I'm working on between jobs.
Calendar of Sinclair Photography events.
To see where I'll be in the future, take a look at the calendar below. If you click on a dark orange square details of the event will appear.
If you'd like to book an event but see the date is already occupied please contact me anyway as I may be able to assist you or suggest an alternative photographer.
My BLOG of events and general goings on...
Below you'll find a history of events I've been to and links to any galleries. There's also a few ramblings of a 40 something photographer...feel free to ignore those...
Event Updates -
I'm currently working on photographs for the following events -
20/05/2012 - Strathearn Eventing hunter trials
16/05/2012 - The wedding of lara and Joe
21/04/2012 - The wedding of Susan and David
07/04/2012 - The Marriage of Dougie and Stephanie
The most recent updates include -
21/05/2012 - Strathearn Eventing hunter trials
20/05/2012 - The Kirky Show 2012
12/05/2012 - Glenbrae Riding Club Annual show
07/05/2012 - Puddledub Spring Show (2 galleries)
06/05/2012 - Strathallan BSJA Show Jumping competition
22/04/2012 - Kilgraston Scottish Schools championships.
15/04/2012 - Strathkelvin Riding club spring show
SCHEDULES FOR UPCOMING EVENTS
If you'd like to add your schedule for an event I'll be at please email it to adrian@sinclairphotography.co.uk
26th May 2012 - Strathkelvin Fun Show - Woodend Riding Centre - Kilsyth
Click HERE for the schedule
10th June 2012 - Strathkelvin Summer Showing Show - Strathclyde Park
Click HERE for the Schedule
Click HERE for entry form
NEWS
21st May 2012 - Strathearn Eventing hunter trails
Sarah and the team at Strathearn Eventing were courteous hosts for this charity hunter trials in aid of Equine Grass Sickness. The weather was perfect and there was a great turnout for this special event with over 8 classes on offer accross 4 excellent cross country courses.
Images now on line in the Strathearn Eventing gallery
20th May 2012 - The Kirky Show 2012
the last 3 years have seen this ever populatr show drowned in torrential rain, and with the weather the week before the event nothing but rain and freezing cold winds the ouitlook for 2012 wasnt looking good. However the weatherman brought great news for Saturday - SUNSHINE! And although it was slightly overcast in the monrning the sun split the sky for most of the afternoon making for a really good show!
Images are now on line in the Equestrian Shows gallery
16th May 2012 - The wedding of Lara and Joe
Had the honour of photographing Lara and joes wedding in Glasgow. A civil ceremony at 22 Park Circus followed by a photoshoot in the Botanic Gardens and then on to the gorgeous Oran Mor for the evening. Lara looked stunning in her Italian designed wedding dress and Joe was ever the Gentleman in his Kilt.
the weather despite being foul the previous few days was lovely and the rain held off long enough for us to get some lovely photos outside.
Images to follow shortly.
12th May 2012 - Golenbrae riding club Annual Show
Three days of rain didnt stop the Glenbrae show going ahead at Kinneil Estates in Bo'ness.
Saturday came and the the ground and the weather were perfect for a great day of showing and dressage.
A 3 for 2 offer is on offer on this album
07th May 2012 - Puddledub Spring Show - Ingliston Equestrian Centre
We were invited to photograph the Puddledub Spring show this year and what a show it is! With over 70 classes there was something for everyone.
It was a long day and we were there from the very start to the very end.
All images are now on line in the Puddledub Gallery.
There are 2 galleries - one for daytime and outdoor images and one for the evening classes.
A 3 for the price of 2 offer applies to both galleries.
06th May 2012 - Strathallan Castle BSJA show jumping competition
The annual BSJA Strathallan Castle show jumping competition took place last weekend and we were there to capture the second part of the day. The weather on the whole was very good despite an occasional snow flurry and a biting wind. Leah Brash who won the 1.40m Strathallan Grand Prix and also picked up the BSJA Scottish branch central Scotland championship award. Our hearts go out to Fiona MacIntyre who lost one of her horses after a fall in the Power and Performace RHS Grade C Qualifier.
Images from the show are now on line in the Equestrian Shows Gallery
26th April 2012 - A new arrival to the Sinclair family!
I'm very proud to announce that my wife Gill have birth to our first baby today.
Rowan Rosslyn Sinclair was born at 9.12pm weighing in at a healthy 7lb 11oz (3.5kg). Everyone keeps telling us how she looks like me - not sure if thats a good thing but the general concensus is shes gorgeous - which suggests that everyone thinks I'm gorgeous too! Nice to know.
22nd April 2012 - Kilgraston Scottish Schools Championships 2012
Gleneagles played host to the Kilgraston Scottish Schools Championships for 2012 and with the 22nd being our babies official due date I was again on edge awaiting the call - which never came! There was a great turnout with a variety of schools in attendance for the 3 classes and we were able to capture both the dressage and the show jumping classes in full.
All images are now on line in the "Gleneagles" album
21st April 2012 - The wedding on Susan and David (and Blythe!)
Today was a nervous day for me. My wife Gill is expecting our first baby and I was on tender hooks all day awaiting the "the call" meaning I'd have to dash and hand over to my back up. Fortunately Bambini decided to "stay indoors" and Susan and David's wedding was captured in full. Susan's horse Blythe made a guest appearence to the delight of the guests (and Susan). We even had great weather, somethjing which was as about as unpredictable as my impending baby! Thankfully both were well behaved!
19th April 2012 - Price changes and adjustments for some items.
It's been necessary for me to change some of my prices and amend some of my items in line with the recent budget and other market forces. Rest assured not all prices have gone up - in fact most have stayed the same. I've just tweeked some to encourage more on site sales. For those who buy images on site at shows you will still receive 3 images for £20 as well as the free "small" jpeg - this offer is NOT available on line. However, I've also introduced a new disc of "large" jpegs option. Buying a disc with multiple images is cheaper than buying individual jpegs AND you can print them up to 9" x 6". You can also add additional images at a discounted rate. As always the 3 for 2 offer remains - for now...
15th April 2012 - Strathkelvin Riding club Spring show.
It was a beautiful day that met those taking part at the Strathkelvin riding club's first show of 2012. There was a good turnout for the 33 classes.
Images are now on line in the Strathkelvin Riding club album.
14th April 2012 - Langlands 2012 show jumping competition.
Today saw the start of the 2012 Langlands show jumping summer show jhumping competition. There was a good turnout out a dry but cold Saturday for the 4 classes. Subsequent competitions will take place every month on the last Thursday in the evening.
Images are now on line in the Langlands gallery. A 3 for 2 offer applies
6th - 8th April 2012 - Kingsbarn £10 Senior show.
Kingsbarn hosted the second of their new Senior shows and thers was another great turnout with every class well attended. Congrats to Lucy Guild who wond the Grand Prix 1.40m championship on the Sunday.
Images are now on line in the Kingabrn album.
04th April 2012 - NEW Sinclair Photograph Mobile APP for Android and i-phone!
You can now keep up to date with Sinclair Photography goings on via your mobile phone with out new gallery app. Simplky visit out web page on your phone, bookmark us and then add us to your home screen by clicking and holding the icon. You'll see the Sinclair Photogrtaphy APP appear for instant access.
04th April 2012 - BUCS Trophy Regional finals
Went along to the last of the regional finals for the BUCS competition at Kingsbarn.
It was freezing cold but good fun.
Images are now on line in the BUCS gallery - theres a buy one get one free on the gallery.
01st April 2012 - Strathendrick Riding Club Spring dressage competition.
Another gorgeous (if cold) Sunday morning greeted those taking part in the Strathendrick riding club spring dressage competition at the RDA Sandyflats in Glasgow. It was great to finally get in the fresh air after spending the last 6 months photographing equestrian events indoors. Long may this lovely weather continue...
Images are now on line in the Strathendrick gallery.
31st March 2012 - Gleneagles Senior BSJA Show jumping including RHS qualifiers
It's hard to believe there hasn't been a Senior BSJA show at Gleneagles Equestrian Cenre for over 5 years! A fantastic turnout and even a surprise visit from Ellen Whitaker coupled with a fast flowing course by Mark McGowan led to an great day of jumping.
Images are now on line in the Gleneagles gallery.
29th March 2012 - Dogwalkies.co.uk walkabout photoshoot.
Spent a gorgeous spring day with Nicci Grieve from Dogwalkies and her dog pals. We went out for a small photoshoot whilst on their daily walk. There were three groups in all.
Images are now on line in the pet photoshoots gallery.
28th March 2012 - BUCS Championship regionals
Today saw one of the regionals for the BUCS combined event take place at Kingsbarn. A gloriously sunny day greeted those taking part and the barn soon got hot - a definate strange feeling for March. Overall a great event.
Theres a buy one get one free on this event
25th March 2012 - Puddledub flat show - RDA Sanfyflats - Glasgow.
A gorgeous sunny day greeted those taking part at Sunday's Puddledub showing show at the RDA in Glasgow. Although we were indoors for the show the lovely spring sunshine gave several people sunburn whilst they "warmed up". All calsses were photographed.
Images are now available in the Puddledub album
24th March 2012 - Strathkelvin show at Woodend riding school
The sun was out (although we were indoors) for the Strathkelvin show at Woodenf riding school today. We started with sa few showing classes and finished off with some show jumping. Great fun was had by all!
Images are now on line in the Strathkelvin RC album.
17th March 2012 - Scottish Vaulting championships
Kingsbarn played host to the first of the 2012 Scottish Vaulting championships and with 2 arenas on the go it was a busy day. As usual all teams and individuals put on some spectacular displays of gymnastics for the packed grand stand.
Images are now on line in the Vaultimg Gallery and a 3 for the price of 2 is available.
14th March 2012 - Cosplay studio shoot with Aurora, Kelly and Yara
My thanks to Jonathan who invited me down to his photoshoot at Studio Q in Falkirk. It was an absolute blast! I didnt know what cosplay was before today - but basically its dressing up in costumes and taking on the role. The girls were great fun and the time went far too quickly but we got some great images. Was great to get back in to the studio under controlled conditions. I actually think its the first time I've used ISO 100 on my Canon 1D mk4 since I bought it 6 months ago!
11th Match 2012 - Kingsbarn Affiliated Dressage competition
Spent the day at Kingsbarn for their March affiiated dressage competition.
Horse & Hound also requested a few images from the show which was nice.
07th Match 2012 - BUCS competition
Kingsbarn is one of the venues for the BUCS competitions between various Scottish Universities and todays event saw teams including Edinburgh and Aberdeen compete for a qualifying place in the April Regional finals (to be held at Knigsbarn). With the weather going from freezing cold heavy rain plunging the arena into darkness to flooding it with bright sunshine it was a challenging event to photograph but the great reactions and feedback suggest all went well.
Theres a buy one get one free on the album.
02nd - 4th March 2012 - Kinsgabrn Senior Show including RHS qualifiers
With the Royal Highland show only 12 weeks away last weekends Kingsbarn Seniors show was a busy affair as top riders including Ellen Whitaker vied for one of the few remaining placings at this years Royal Highland Show. The show also included qualifiers for the Young Masters and Star of the Future as well as the Scottish indoor Championship final
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery. A 3 for 2 applies.
26th February 2012 - Puddledub working hunter competition.
The RDA Sandyflasts played host to the second puddledub show of 2012 with the working hunter classes taking centre stage. There was a good turnout and with the show being indoors the damp drizzle didnt deter anyone.
Images are now on line in the new Puddledub gallery.
25th February 2012 - Kingsbarn Affiliated dressage competition
There was a good turnout for todays affiliated dressage competition. Several riders had scored in excess of 70% and for some classes the top 3 places were very closely placed.
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery. A 3 for 2 offer applies
17th - 19th February 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior Advanced/Progressive show jumping
Just finished photographing 3 days of jumping at Kingsbarn and what an event it was. I've never seen the place so busy. The £10 entry fee for ALL classes certainly helped as did the generous prize money for the bigger ones. Lots of action as well with Ellen Whitaker stealing the show (and the top prize money in the 1.40m open championship). Looking forward to the next one!
All images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery.
10th February 2012 - An evening with Douglas Duffin and Volcano.
Gleneagles Equestrian Centre was the venue for a great evenings entertainment with Douglas Duffin demonstrating show jumping techniques with Craig Hamilton and their horses including the famous Volcano. Douglas was on hand to answer any questions and there was an opportunity for members of the public to have their photo taken with Douglas and Volcano courtesy of Sinclair Photography.
04th February 2012 - Strathendrick Riding club dressage competition.
A bitterely cold morning met those brave enough to take part in the Strathendrick dressage competition. The initial plans were to have 2 rings outside however Jack Frost and his icy breath put an end to that on Saturday night, forcing the organisers indoors. As a result there was no option but to cancel some of the latre classes so only 2 classes were run in the end. However it was still a good (if cold) day and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves despite the weather. At least it didnt snow unlike the rest of the UK! The next competition will be 1st April so hopefully we'll see everyone who didnt make it then.
Images are now on line in the Strathendrick gallery.
29th January 2012 - Calendar update
Added a couple of dates for the next couple of months to keep my calendar up to date.
28th January 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior Intro competition
This time last year we were under 3 feet of snow, so to be able to photograph any event in January is a plus, but to see the excellent turnout on Sunday was a bonus. It was an action packed day with several riders finding their mounts were either no longer underneath them and they were on the floor or slamming on the brakes at the last minute causing a several gasps from the crowd.
Images from the day can be found in the Kingsbarn gallery.
27th January 2012 - Kingsbarn Affiliated Dressage competition
It's been a while since I've photographed a dressage event and it was good to get back in to spend a day photographing elegance and calm - I like dressage - it's strangely relaxing. The only problem was the cold. It was absolutely freezing and you dont tend to move about much so things like fingers and feet get very cold!
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery
22nd January 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior New Year Show (days 4 and 5)
After a busy day 4 of the Senior New year show at Kingsbarn, day 5 - the finals - was a quieter affair but by no means less entertaining with some excellent jumping throughout the six classes. Well done to all the winners from todays finals!
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn Gallery. A 3 for 2 offer is on this album.
20th January 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior New Year show (day 3)
Day 3 of the Senior New year show got under way today and even though everyone was getting ready for the Show Jumpers ball at Airth castle later in the evening there was a very good turnout. Two further days of jumping to come with the finals taking place on Sunday - unless the Scottish Weather does its thing and the predicted high winds and snow strike!
Images from day 3 are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery. 3 for 2 applies.
All images from this show purchased (3 for 2 - 9" x 6" prints) will be entered in to a draw to win an A3 print of your choice.
14th and 15th January 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior New Year Show (day 1 and 2)
Following on from the Junior show the week before, it was now the turn of the Seniors to take part in the Annual Kingsbarn New Year Show. With over £5,000 prize money available it was going to be a busy couple of days!
All classes were very well attended by some of Scotlands top Sho Jumpers and it was great to see several riders putting new horses through their paces - some for the first time. All classes were photographed and both days have their own galleries. The remaining qualifiers and finals of 4 of the classes will be held at Kingsbarn on 20th - 22nd January 2012. Images from those dates will be added at the time.
All images are now on line for the 14th and 15th in the Kingsbarn Galldery. A 3 for 2 offer is available and all images purchased fromthe show during January will be entered in to a draw to win an A3 print of your choice!
06th, 07th and 8th January 2012 - Kingsbarn Junior Show Jumping competition
The final day of jumping at Kingsbarn saw the championships of four of the classes completed from the last 3 days. Each of the winners won a sash and a rug courtesy of the centre.
All images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery.
04th January 2012 - Calendar will be updated soon!
I'll be updating my calendar shortly with upcoming events for 2012 although for most weekends in January I'll be at Kingsbarn. In the meantime if you want to book a photoshoot or other event please get in touch.
03rd January 2012 - Kingsbarn Senior Intro competition
There was a good turnout for the first Senior Intro of 2012 at Kingsbarn and the ever so slightly icy conditions and howling wind did nothing to deter the spirits of those taking part. Well done to Hayleyt Stevenson who won 2 of the classes!
Unfortunately the severe weather conditions on 3rd January 2012 meant day 2 was cancelled.
Images arre now on line in the Kingsbarn Gallery.
There is a buy one get one free on all 9" x 6" prints from this album for January 2012 only!
01st January 2012 - HAPPY NEW YEAR ONE AND ALL!
I hope everyone had a great New Year celebration and your heads aren't too sore today! Here's to a great 2012!
30th Decembr 2011 - Kingsbarn Christmas Show and show jumping competition
Originally planned for the 28th but cancelled due to gale force winds, it was great to see the Kingsbarn Christmas show return after 2 years of cancelations due to heavy snow. Everyone had a great time and a huge effort was made in the fancy dress. The highlight of the show however was the Kingsbarn "Chase me Santa" which saw Barry Hill and Sophie Hunter battle it out for the top prize. Barry won jumping 1.40m with Sophie coming second clearing a personal best of 1.35m.
Images are now on line and theres a buy one get one free on selected items until end January 2012
21st December 2011 - Wardhouse Riding school Pony club Christmas party
Iain from Wardhouse Riding School asked if I'd come down to photograph the pony club's Christmas Party. It was a great night with over 20 club members taking part in a variety of games. Everyone got to choose a framed photo to take home which went down really well!
Images are now agailable in the Wardhouse gallery (password protected).
17th December 2011 - Strathkelvin riding club Christmas Mini Olympia show.
Despite being a bitterly cold day there was a good turnout for this years Strathkelvin Winter show at Woodend riding centre on Saturday. With showing classes in the morning followed by show jumping in the afternoon there was something for everyone cilminating with the "chase the Turkey Puisance"!
Images are now on line in the Strathkelvin RC gallery. A 3 for 2 is available.
15th December 2011 - NEW GIFT IDEA - 6" x 4" print and 3 wallet sized prints.
Keep someone close to you at all times with this great new offer. Give the 6" x 4" print pride of place in your home and keep one of the four 3" x 2" copies with you in your wallet whereever you go. Printed on high quality durable water resistant paper you even have enough left over to give to other family members! All for only £10.00. This offer is also available in the 3 for 2 offer!
11th December 2011 - Kingsbarn Pony British show jumping - day 2
With a heavy rainfall over night, the snow was gone and the weather much improved, as were the numbers that attended day 2 of Kingsbarn's Pony show jumping competition. An excellent day of jumping ensued with Graeme Babes capping the day off winning the 148cms restricted open on Dollar Girl, a pony he's taking to Olympia next week and in a second jump off (against himself) produced a clear round at a height of up to 1.40m.
Images now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery
10th December 2011 - Kingsbarn Pony British Show jumping - day 1
Despite the first significant snowfall the night before the turnout for the early part of the competition was pretty healthy and Mark McGowan's courses kept the entrants busy for most of the morning. However the bigger classes were heavily affected by the weather both the snowand the earlier "Hurricane" that hit Scotland during the week. Fingers crossed Sunday is busier.
Images from Saturday are now on line in the Kingsbarn album
6th December 2011 - OOPS! Forgot to update my calendar!
What with Christmas fast approaching, the weather turning a tad nasty and a steady stream of orders coming in every day I've not had chance to update my calendar of events.
Suffice to say with the festive season approaching I'll be mostly at Kingsbarn Equestrian Centre at the weekends until the New Year - snow permitting of course.
For details of their events (and until I can get my calendar updated) please visit www.kingsbarnequestrian.co.uk for upcoming details. I'm still available during the week for private bookings right up to Christmas.
04th December 2011 - SNEC - Woodside dog agility competition
Whilst we were packing up from Saturdays Pony club show I got a text from my sister in law advising me there was a dog agility competition at SNEC the following day. I got chatting to a couple of the organisers who kindly invited us along. I've not photographed a dog agility show for a while and an indoor show would be a real challenge. No onw knew we would be there and we were told we'd not be allowed in the arenas so we decided to use the opportunity as a training day - dog agility is something I'm keen to get involved in for 2012 so it would be great practice. Sunday came (along with the snow) and we turned up not quite knowing what to expect - it was huge! Some 700 dogs, 5 rings and a multitute of breeds all competing in a variety of grades and classes. It was tough going trying to keep up with the pace of both the competition and the dogs but we got a fair few action shots.
Images can be found in the "Agility" album
03rd December 2011 - Linlithgow & Stirling Pony Club fun show - SNEC
With the weather being so evil at the moment I didnt think this show would be that busy - how wrong I was. There was a great turnout and the atmosphere was superb! Each class had large numbers of entries and I apologise if I missed anyone whilst flitting between the rings in an attempt to cover everything I could.
Images now on line in the "Linlithgow and Stirling PC! album.
27th November 2011 - Kingsbarn Senior Intro show jumping competition
Severe gales and driving rain over the weekend prevented many riders attending this months Senior Intro show jumping competition. Despite small numbers there was some great jumping and the Gareth Ainge's course really tested the riders to the full.
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery
26th November 2011 - East Stirling Pony club team show jumping competition
A very busy day at Kingsbarn today with the annual East Stirling Pony club team show jumping competition. A great day for the Duke of Buccleuch who won 2 classes.
Images are now on line in the East Stirling PC album. A 3 for 2 offer is on this album
19th & 20th November 2011 - Kingsbarn Pony British Show Jumping
Kingsbarn played host to the Pony British show jumping competition this weekend and I went along with my new orange topped gazeebo.
Images from Saturday & Sunday are now on line in the Kingsbarn Gallery.
16th November 2011 - Kingsbarn Wednesday Trailblazers Show jumping
Popped along to the Kingsbarn Trailblazers evening. Was a good evening and some good jumping from those taking part.
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn album
12th and 13th November 2011
Two days of dressage with both affiliated and affiliated dressage tests saw lots of action this weekend. Saturday was much quieter than expected (partly caused by a riding club team dressage competition at SNEC) however Sunday was nice and busy and there were some very impressive scores. Well done David Gatherer who took first in three classes riding Bingo 2 and Danielle Marshall who took first in both the Prelim classes.
11th November 2011 - British Show Jumping (Scotland) - Junior Training Academy
Went along to the BSJA(S) junior training academy at Kingsbarn this evening. This was the first of the classes where top Scottish trainers and riders including Martin Arnott coach the next generation of potential show jumping hopefulls! Photographed the show jumping training and I'm offering a disc of all the images for each rider.
06th November 2011 - Kingsbarn Senior Intro Show Jumping competition.
A cold but very sunny day greeted those taking part in today Kingsbarn Senior Intro show. With the 2nd round of the Amateur National qualifiers taking place classes had healthy numbers as those taking part vied for the few qualifying places available.
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery. A 3 for 2 offer is available.
5th November 2011 - Stuart Higgins photoshoot
Stuart and family won a Sinclair Photography photoshoot at a recent Linlithgow and Stirling charity event and we finally got together to photograph Stuarts fab dog Babs and his two teenagers Sophie and Ryan.
Images are now on line in a private album
27th - 30th October 2011 - Kingsbarn Elite show jumping competition
Spent the last 4 days at kingsbarn for their annual Elite show jumping competition. With £20,000 prize pot it was going to be a big event and it didn't dissappoint with some fantastic riding by some of the UK's top riders.
A big well done to Jackie and her team for making the event run smoothly and with a great atmosphere!
All images from the event are now on line in the Kingsbarn album.
23rd October 2011 - Kingsbarn affiliated and unaffiliated dressage competition
With the eventing and showing seasons drawing to a close events are now moving back indoors and the dressage competitions are starting to get busy again. Sundays dressage competiton at Kingsbarn was no exception! With 10 different classes it was great to see a real mix of experiences and ages taking part. Nick was kept very busy with the on site printing and we sisnt leave until almost 7pm!
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn album
22nd October 2011 - Kingsbarn Senior Intro Show jumping
It was a good turnout for todays Senior Intro show. Busy classes and challenging courses really made for a great day. Our new on site printing service was kept really busy and I'd like to say a big thank you for the fantastic comments we received about the images.
Images from todays show are now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery
15th and 16th October 2011 - Kingsbarn BSJA Senior show jumping
With the Kingsbarn Elite show just 2 weeks away, last weekends show jumping competition was a chance for some of those taking part at the big show to suss out the comeptition and it proved to be a great weekend with many close results. We also tested our new on site printing facilities for the first time and feedback on both quality and the new stand was superb.
Images from Saturday and Sunday are now on line
14/10/2011 - The wedding of Fraser and Donna
I was contacted by Donna and Fraser way back in January from a recommendation by a mutual friend and I've been looking forward to their big day for sothe time.
Theyre the kind of people you meet and you know immediately that you're in for a fun time with and their wedding day rerflected their personalities perfectly. we covered all aspects of the wedding and used our portable studio in the evening with great success and everyone had a great time!
Images are now on line in the Wedding album
10/11/2011 - The wedding of Gordon and Susan
Finally the weather and the persistent rain stopped (for the most part anyway) in time for Susan and Gordon's wedding in Glasgow. Starting at Glasgow and then heading out to New Lanark we had a great time photographing the day which included a tea party and some fantastic waterfalls!
Images now on line in the wedding album.
08/10/2011 - Kingsbarn Photoshoot with Lucy, Pat and Tamara
With most people at HOYS (or watching it) it was great to get the arena to myself with a couple of the liveries at Kingsbarn for a private photoshoot. The weather meant any outdoor posed shots were not going to happen however the guys were more than happy to hold a mini show with some posed shots in the arena and some jumping - keeping it simple as both the guys had relatively new horses. All in all a fun day which went very quickly!
Images now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery
02/10/2011 - Wester Deanhead Autumn Show
After the success of the photoshoot they day before I was looking forward to the Autumn show and despite another gloomy day the mornings showing classes (held indoors) went really well with a good turnout. By the time the afternoons show jumping competition started the rain had stopped and we had some great action with four hours solid jumping.
Images now on line in the Wester Deanhead album. There's a 3 for 2 offer on the album.
02/10/2011 - Wester Deanhead Autumn Show
After a fun filled day on the Saturday I was back at Wester Deanhead on the Sunday for their Autumn Show. The weather was its typical self with rain and more rain in the morning so we held the showing classes indoors. Come lunchtime however, things had cleared up and despite still looking very menacing the rain (for the most part) held off for the afternoons show jumping which took place outdoors.
Images are now on line in the Wester Deanhead album
01/10/2011 - Wester Deanhead photoshoot
Woke up on Saturday morning to heavy rain and very dull skies. Not ideal for 8 individual photoshoots, however by the time I'd driven to Wester deanhead equestrian centre the rain had stopped and the clouds although still heavy with the threat of rain held of (for the most part). Managed to get all 8 shoots done before the clouds descended and we were hidden in thick mist.
Images now on line in the Wester Deanhead album.
28/09/2011 - Kingsbarn schooling night.
Popped up to Kingsbarn for the trailblazers competition but the lovely warm waether seemed to discourage the usual competitors so it was a quiet night. Spent the evening doing clear round jumping at various heights.
24/09/2011 - 25th September 2011 Kingsbarn - "The Masters"
Saturday saw the working huntr classes take place. Entries were quiet however the quality was outstanding.
Sunday evening saw a new Granmd master for 2011 - well done to April Polock on Jackets Mayfair who took the prize and won £1000!
Images from Saturday's working hunter classes are now on line in the Kingsbarn album.
Sunday's grand master images are now on line in the Kingsbarn album.
21st September 2011 - Kingsbarn Trailblazers jumping evening
A quiet evening on Thursday for the trailblazers qualifiers but no less entertaining.
Spent the evening trying some pre focusing techniques - always a good technique to use in very low light situations when a camera cant find focus on a moving object - usually happens with dark objects against dark backgrounds or objects with little or no reflective surfaces. Work really well.
18th September 2011 - Kingsbarn Unaffiliated Dressage
It was great to see such a healthy turnout at this months unaffiliated dressage competition held at Kingsbarn on Sunday.
Images now on line in the Kingsbarn gallery - a 3 for the price of 2 is available.
17th September 2011 - Scottish Vaulting Championships - Kingsbarn E.C
Vaulting continues to both fascinate and frighten the living daylights out of me as equestrian "gymnasts" as young as 6 years old perform beautifully graceful routines on the back of a moving horse. The championships held at Kingsbarn over the weekend produced some stunning displays in front of top judges from Hungary and Holland.
Images are now on line under the Kingsbarn Gallery. A 3 for the pric of 2 offer is available
10th September 2011 - Kingsbarn Senior intro inc sport jumping qualifiers.
The September Senior Intro saw a very healthy turnout at Kingsbarn and to add to the drama 2 classes (80cm and 1mtr) were sportjumping qualifiers.
Images now on line - a 3 for 2 offer applies
09th September 2011 - Sinclair Photography venture in to on site printing!
Event photography nowadays is all about the instant image and although I have monitors allowing those taking part to view my images almost immediately on the day I've not been able to print the images - that is until now. I'm currently in the process of obtaining the necessary equipment to allow me to print on site at most events and hope to have everything up and running in the next few weeks...
04th September 2011 - HOT! HOT!
As per my front page, I'm currently on holiday somewhere very hot for a well earned break! Managed to work out how to log on to my netbook via the hotel although I cant get access to anythig else - except ebay and what a goldmine that's turned out to be...more about that on my return on 9th September 2011.
28th August 2011 - Kingsbarn Junionr - Pony British Show jumping
This was a last minute show and with today seeing the start of the Scope festival in the Midlands, it was going to be a relatively quiet day - however despite only a small number of entries the event was full of drama and excitement with jumps up to 1.10m.
Images are now on line in the Kingsbarn Gallery.
25th August 2011 - Langlans show jumping competition
As the summer months draw to a close so does the Langlands summer show jumping comeptition and this is the last of the evening competitions for 2011.
The final will take place on Saturday 17th September 2011.
Images now on line in the Langlands album.
21st August 2011 - Bark in the Park - Plean Country Park - Plean
The Bark in the Park is a great event held for dog lovers every 2 years at Plean country park which is literally 2 minutes from my door step - so it seemed only fitting that I pop along and get to know potential future customers.
It was a great sunny day and Jim from Top Dog training and his team did a great job of hosting the event along with Stirling Council.
Images are now on line in the "Bark in the Park" album. A 3 for the price of 2 offer is available.
17th - 20th August 2011 - Blair International Horse Trials
From the evening of Wednesday 17th until the evending of Saturday 20th I'll be at Blair International Horse Trials working for International Event photographer Julia Shearwood and her team. Julia and her team recently photographyed the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky, so I'm really honoured to working alongside her team over the next 3 days. I believe I'm covering the Working Hunters and the cross country so really looking forward to it - just hope the weather holds off!
The images I take will be avalaible at Julia's website - I'll add a link once available.
16th August 2011 - Scott Brash Show jumping lessons - Kingsbarn
I spent the day at Kingsbarn photographing some of the Scott Brash show jumping lessons. The weather outside was absolutely appauling so it was nice to be indoors and dry.
Images now on line - a special offer disc of each riders images will be available.
16th August 2011 - Sinclair Photography image used on the front page of the British Show Jumping website!
At the Senior show jumping on Sunday, the "Kingsbarnians" presented Scott Brash with a small Mascot called Henry and their best wishes as Scott travels to compete at the FEI World championships in Madrid in September. Scott will be part of the team representing Great Britain and is at present the youngest rider and the only "Scot" in the team. The photograph I took of the presentation and a small report I put together is now on the front page of the British Show Jumping website! Click HERE if you'd like to read it
14th August 2011 - Kingsbarn Advanced Progressive show jumping
I initially thought this was just a Senior Intro but it turned out to be slightly bigger - and busier than I initially realised. A great day of jumping by some top riders and despite the crazy weather outdoors it I remained nice and dry!
images are now on line in the "Kingsbarn" album - a 3 for 2 offer is available.
13th August 2011 - Kingsbarn Affiliated Dressage competition.
Spent a nice dry day at Kingsbarn after the weather ruined my other weekend events photographing the affiliated dressage. After the success of an image in Horse and Hound last week I'm aiming for another this week after some great riding and top results.
Images now on line in the Kingsbarn album - a 3 for 2 offer is on this album
12th August 2011 - Wester Deanhead Pony camp 3
After the crazyness of the Monday jumping with the new "water feature" Fridays pony camp with the came group was set to be slightly insane and it didn't dissapoint. With more jumping outdoors (with the water jump), tack and turnout and a host of games including some bizarre "bum riding" by Hamish the day ended with a Parents vs Kids tug o war which ended with the parents on their backs and much hilarity from the kids.
Images are now on line - if you took part you can claim a free A4 image from the day - get in touch for detials on ordering
10th August 2011 - Kingsbarn Thursday evening show jumping.
Popped up to Kingsbarn for their evening show jumping competition ahead of the trailblazers competition which starts the following Wednesday.
Images in the Kingsbarn folder
09th August 2011 - Genbrae Riding Club show jumping
The Glenbrae Riding club held their first show jumping competition of the month using their new jumps recently purchased for use by club. It was a "filler fest" as riders faced a host of hypnotic boards over the twisting course. Thankfully "Raoul's thong" wasnt used!
Images now on line - a 3 for 2 is on this album.
08th August 2011 - Wester Deanhead show jumping.
The usual Monday night show jumping took place at Wester Deanhead but with a slkight twist - they had a "water jump" - well I say water jump - after significant heavy rain for a couple of days an area of the arena had a large puddle that was just to right size to place a jump over. It cause much hilarity with one rider taking an early bath!
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