Incorrect Exposure at Celebrity Big Brother

Whoops
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For some reason I missed photographing the women going into the Celebrity Big Brother house for this seasons Celebrity Big Brother. Looking at some of the names I'm not sure if Channel 5 could be done under the trade description act. Anyway, I made the journey to catch the men going in Friday 5th January. I only knew 3 of them. John Barnes (footballer) Shane Lynch (Boyzone) and Wayne Sleep (a dancer).

One contestant I didn't know was a male drag artist called Shane Jenek, known professionally as Courtney Act. Their introduction to the world of big brother certainly caught them with a lack of underwear. As he walked down the steps, he managed to catch his dress and whoops, of it came, exposing tape to hold things in. People close enough behind would have also saw a few things they weren't expecting to see. Perhaps, when he finally leaves the house down the steps, he'll consider putting on some underwear to at least save some embarrassment.

My pictures were syndicated vie Alamy Live News from this event. Meanwhile, you can see the expression of someone thats just lost their dignity. 

Emma Willis outfits during Big Brother 2013 p1

When I started Photographing Big Brother, it was still a really popular program. Ratings dropped and It switched to channel 5. A really popular program for them. Davina was a great host on c4, but she always wore black. Not great for the fashion pages.  Emma Willis took over and remains the main reason I still continue to photograph the evictions and launch of Big Brother. Compared to Emma Willis who now hosts the show, who wears colourful outfits. Great for the fashion pages. I've decided to go through my pictures for each years Big Brother and put all the outfits together. My woman's fashion brand knowledge is non-existent so I can't tell you any details about the outfits. I'm sure you'll agree, Emma looks good.

Emma Willis 21st June 2013
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Emma Willis 09 August 2013
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Emma Willis 04 September 2013
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Emma Willis 13th Sept 2013
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Hollywood A listers: Sandra Bullock and Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks
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Sandra Bullock
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I managed to catch the first few days of the London film festival. Probably not quite to the standards of the Cannes film festival, London does still manage to attract some big Hollywood A listers. Due to other commitments I only managed to catch 2 days out of 10. I did manage to photograph Tom Hanks twice in one day, first at a photocall in the morning, then at the BFI opening gala. The following day Sandra Bullock (at the Gravity Film Premiere - Not all pictures are Taken by Nathan Hulse on this link) was in town, despite the rain she managed to dazzle and have her legs out on show. How many others would do that? A few days previous Harrison Ford was also in London. I managed to catch few US actors which is quite rare for me these days.

Big Brother 2013 (UK)

Emma Willis
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It's been a while since I've last updated this photoblog. I have been busy mostly with a company photographing private events. However, I have recently been back doing the Big Brother evictions. The lovely Emma Willis is now hosting the show and it's worth going just to see Emma in opinion. 

The normal Big Brother has finish and now on the Celebrity Big Brother part of the show.

Music Awards

Gary Barlow
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The Music Industry Trust Awards in London on Monday 5th November 2012 saw Gary Barlow win the award. He already knew when he arrived as the whole event was in his honour. Not bad for a self taught pianist. Many celebrity guests including Nicole Scherzinger, Tulisa, Kimberley Walsh and of course the man himself Gary Barlow, plus many others.

Ice Age Live: World Premiere?

Nicola Mclean
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I was ask to photograph the celebrity arrivals for the 'Ice Age Live: A Mammoth Adventure' World Premiere. Only I was there Friday evening 02 November, and there had already been shows on 1st November and an afternoon show on that same Friday. Was it a World Premiere?

There was a mediocre guest list, with only a handful of that list turning up with their family to watch it. Pictured is Nicola Mclean.

Caroline Monks Party

Nicola McLean
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I would guess many people would say "Who is Caroline Monk". She is Cancer survivor and hosted a party to celebrate the women involved in her cancer makeover campaign. She is also a PR and is involved amongst others the mercury prize awards. I did attend (as a photographer) a previous party of her's which was so well attended by celebrities, it was possible the same could happen on this occasion. Luckily it didn't and a few turned up, including Nicola Mclean who was recently in Celebrity Big Brother.

My Flash cable decided to stop working, I could only use the flash mounted on the top hot shoe, which tends to leave a horrible shadow in the background. On the link above, are my pictures, plus those from another photographer, you can see my pictures are slightly brighter, but also have the shadow in the background right.

Katie Waissel at the Mayfair and Nicola Roberts at Radio 1

Katie Waissel in London
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It has been really quiet for me recently, which means I have to be a little more pro-active. Thursday 2nd June was one such day I decided to do just that. I met a friend in London first, then headed to The Mayfair hotel. Always a popular place for celebrities to stay. I had about an hour to kill before looking at something else I had information about. Within a few moments of me arriving I saw Katie Waissel. Katie was in X-Factor 2010. I had previously taken her picture during the x factor live tour. She then left about 30 minutes later. Jedward were also staying at the Mayfair, even though I saw them, I wasn't quite so interested about taking their picture. Although some hysterical girls in the area where over the moon to see the twins. I also left to go and check out something else.

Nicola Roberts at Radio 1
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As I mentioned already, I had information that Nicola Roberts from Girls Aloud was due to be at BBC Radio 1 for the debut airing of her new single 'Beat of My Drum'. I've not heard it yet myself. Many seem to like it. A slightly longer wait at Radio 1 for Nicola, she looked great and signed for all her fans waiting to see her.

Stacey Solomon Book signing in Essex

Stacey Solomon in Chelmsford
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The past few photo events I have done have been book signings. I don't get to do many of these. I noticed Stacey Solomon was doing a book signing at WH Smith in Chelmsford, Essex, which is not too far for me. So I headed over there. A nice little drive and nice town. There were only half a dozen photographers present for this. Had it been in central London during the week, it would have been different.

It amuses me how people can publish their biography at such a young age. Their life has only just started. I realize that celebrities have to cash in on their fame while they have it these days. Gone are the time people release their biography after a life full of events. I also thought it amusing that the books were being offered at half retail price, I'm told this is usual for new releases. 

Katie Price signs books in Welwyn Garden City

Katie Price in Welwyn Garden City
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Katie Price latest book signing seemed to avoid the big London stores, instead she went to a smaller shopping Mall called the Howard Center in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire as well as a few locations after. Also looking on from the side was Leandro.

Picture taken with 24-70 lens and processed in Apples Aperture 3.

Cat Deeley during the Royal Wedding preparations

Cat Deeley at Buckingham Palace
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During the week leading towards the Royal Wedding there were many celebrities near the media areas at Buckingham Palace. I only managed to see Cat Deeley. I was really lucky, I just walked through Green Park as I got to the bottom she appeared. Moments later many other photographers were also there pointing their camera lens through the wire fence. At the time she was probably presenting a spot for a news report on the forthcoming nuptials.

I went there to photograph some of the pre-wedding preparations and capture some of the atmosphere leading up to the Wedding.

JLS and others perform at Rays of Sunshine Concert

JLS performing at the Rays of Sunshine Concert

Friday 11th March I was lucky enough to be asked to cover the Rays of Sunshine concert held at the Troxy in East London. This was a charity event, the Rays of Sunshine charity raises money to turn wishes into happy memories for children living with serious or life threatening illnesses between the ages of 3 and 18.

Performers at the concert seemed to be all x reality tv talent show contestants, including JLS who were headlining the event, Olly Murs, Joe McElderry, George Sampson and Spelbound. Also performing were Tinchy Stryder and The Saturdays. Spelbound were amazing to watch, but difficult to photograph. As I was at the front all night, I made sure I had some hearing protection, this wasn't because I don't want to listen to the music, just to stop my hearing getting damaged.

Pictured is JLS performing at the concert.

Nancy Sorrell at Stephane St Jaymes fashion launch

Nancy Sorrell

Currently I'm doing Jury service, which restricts my work for the next few weeks. It seems to be usual that I miss all the fun stuff when I'm busy with other commitments. I did manage to get to one last event before my service started. The  fashion launch for Stephane St. Jaymes Spring/summer collection. Just before London Fashion week starts, although by the time this post goes live, LFW will have ended. I could have stayed to cover the actual fashion show, I decided not. Here is a shot of Nancy Sorrell, wife of comedian Vic Reeves. Also in attendance was ex Eastenders actor Ross Kemp and Princes Michael of Kent.

As I normally mention, all the photos on my blog and on the first link included are taken by myself (except where I state otherwise). In this instance they are available for commercial use via Famous Pictures. If you are interested in prints of my pictures contact me for details.

Radio times party with Terry Wogan

Terry Wogan

Last week on 18th January there was a Radio Times Cover party at Claridges Hotel in London. The event was listed as 'No Press Access'. This didn't stop many photographers from turning up outside the hotel anyway. I was really pleased to have photographed broadcasting legend Terry Wogan. Although it wasn't a posed studio shot, it was still nice to have seen him through my lens.

I am now away in Berlin for a few days.

As I mostly try to to point out, all the photos on my blog and on the first link included are taken by myself (except where I state otherwise). In this instance they are available for commercial use via Famous Pictures. If you are interested in prints of my pictures contact me for details.

Holly Valance and Gemma Atkinson all in black

Gemma Atkinson

Holly Valance

Gemma Atkinson (R), an actress who use to be in Hollyoaks and grace the pages of many lads magazines is trying to lose her usual vivacious look wearing a black dress with no hint of cleavage at all. This shot was taken at a premiere for a film she is starring in called "Baseline". It was a rather low key premiere with just a few of the key actors and actress' in attendance.

At another event for Elizabeth Ardens 100th anniversary, former Neighbours actress and singer (remember Kiss Kiss?) Holly Valance (L) and others attended. 

As nice as black outfits are, nice colourful ones would be much better. It's summer and a time to be bright and colourful.

Rock Choir to Queen of the Desert and some Wimbledon action

A quiet week for me at the moment. A really rewarding job on Sunday took me to Hammersmith Apollo to photograph the Rock Choir. 4000 plus people singing in tune together, amazing. Unfortunately transferring the sound to pictures isn't easy. The Photo is of the choir sitting in the stalls and standing on the stage. Click the picture to go to the complete gallery. This photo was made from 9 shots stitched together in photoshop. Exposures were 2 seconds hence some movement and blurring to some people.

Rock Choir
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Zoe Salmon

Ben Richards' opening night in "Priscilla Queen of the Desert the Musical" in London on 22 June 2010 brought out a few stars and some bright coloured costumes. Pictured is former Blue Peter presenter Zoe Salmon. Again, click on the photo to view to complete gallery at Famous Pictures. 

Kirsty Gallacher

Another interesting event was a slazenger party for Wimbledon. Slazenger are the ball providers for the yearly sporting event. The actual party was interesting with John McEnroe and Pat Cash playing a quick game of tennis in the street. Sadly, I wasn't expecting to take any sporting photos. Using a wide angle lens (17-40) at night with a flash isn't the ideal lens and camera set-up to capture the action. Pictured is Kirsty Gallacher. Click on the picture to see the full gallery of my pictures at Famous pictures. I found it mildly amusing both tennis players were using dunlop tennis rackets at a Slanzenger event.