Yearly Archives: 2008

Clive’s Five (23rd Dec. 2008: Suzanne and Lawrence)

Suzanne and Lawrence held their wedding and reception at Marston Farm Hotel and I was invited to record their day with a few of their closest friends. As it was an afternoon ceremony near the shortest day of the year, I was glad that I had the opportunity to get hold of Canon’s newest camera,...

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What’s My Style?

I was reading recently about other photographers who say that they can offer a variety of wedding styles on the wedding day, mixing traditional with contemporary and reportage. This got me thinking “what’s my style?” After much though I realise that I certainly don’t offer a mixture of styles on the wedding day.

In fact I...

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Clive’s Five (5th Dec. 2008: Suzanne and Anthony)

Suzanne and Anthony held their wedding at Tarbedigge Church and chose the beautiful Dumbleton Hall for their reception.

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Wales

I recently went to South Wales for a few days break and of course had to take my camera. When we strolled down to local beach in Porthcawl I saw this stunning view across the sands that just needed recording.

I’ve been experimenting quite a bit with panoramic views of late, but rather just take one...

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Clive’s Five (15th Nov. 2008: Kate and Adam)

Kate and Adam’s wedding was held at Christchurch in Quinton and their reception was where I was a few weeks ago, Dunsley Hall in Kinver.

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Latest Thanks

I always enjoy it when my photography touches someone to the point that they want to write and thank me for the part I played on their wedding day. My latest thanks comes from Andy and Corinne’s wedding I photographed a few months ago
Dear Clive
I am writing to give you a huge thanks to the...

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Clive’s Five (25th Oct 2008: Jodie and Ciaran)

Jodie and Ciaran chose Our Lady of Czestochowa Church in Leicester for their ceremony, which was followed by the reception at The Polish Club next door. These 2 place hold many memories, especially for Jodie as she spent many, many hours in the club as a child as it was a natural place to celebrate...

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Fünf Media and my 15 mins (more like, 1 min 44 secs) of fame!

Last week I was taking some more PR photos for Marverine Cole, at the ICC in Birmingham. You may remember I photographed Marverine a while back when she worked for the BBC. She’s now working for Sky News (see her at work, on her fab website: www.marverinecole.co.uk) and is also setting up her own media...

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Clive’s Five (4th Oct. 2008: Keeley and Matt)

Keeley and Matt got married at St Kenelm’s Church and held their reception at Dunsley Hall

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Thank You!

Well after several weeks of planning I’ve now covered all the wedding fayres for this year and I’d like to again thank all who stopped by at the diffrent fayres to say either hello, see my latest albums or to book me as their photographer.

National Wedding Show NEC Birmingham

If I’ve taken your name and contact...

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Clive’s Five (20th Set 2008: Lisa and Brett)

Lisa and Brett chose Branston Golf Club for their wedding and reception, and used Beetle Drive for their transportation. If you want something different for your transportation Bettle Drive certainly fits the bill. Check out their website to see why.

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I’m Still Here!!

Hi all! Thought I’d gone, eh?!?! Not likely!! I’ve just been busy, busy, busy with weddings, attending a few local fayres and at the same time preparing for the National Wedding Show at the NEC which starts tomorrow and runs until Sunday. (If you’re visitng the Show don’t forget to drop by Stand D19 to...

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E-mail problems – update

My e-mails are back in working order. Thanks for your patience.
I can again be contacted via my usual addresses i.e. clive@cliveblair.co.uk or enquire@cliveblair.co.uk

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E-mail problems

If you’ve been trying to get in touch over the last few days and I’ve not replied, my apologies. I’m experiencing a few e-mail problems as nothing seems to be getting through.
I’m half way to solving the problem, so until I’ve sussed it completely please use this e-mail to get in touch: clive_blair@hotmail.com

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4 Weddings and a Funeral?

Today is the start of my marathon of 4 weddings in 4 days. I know at the end of them I’ll be dead beat, but I’m hoping I’ll recover sufficiently so it’ll not end up as my funeral.
The August Bank Holiday weekend is usually very busy and this year is no exception. But I relish...

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