Category Archives: Projects
BMW M4 Coupe
Written on March 8, 2018 at 5:16 pm, by Steve Ashdown
Some recent work with the slightly sinister BMW M4 Coupe.
Aston Martin DB11 Project
Written on May 24, 2017 at 2:23 pm, by Steve Ashdown
I am now easing myself back into the world of work with a nice little project. It’s hard to call it work really but actually, the Aston Martin DB11 can be tricky to capture.
Audi A3 Shoot
Written on October 2, 2014 at 9:39 am, by Steve Ashdown
My lastest car photoshoot was this Audi A3 Cabriolet. It is an interesting mixture of the brand’s now well established 3 box convertible body shape but with sharper modern lines and some really clever tech under the bonnet. My take on it was to use high contrast lighting and some cold colours to bring out…
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Formula E Test Session
Written on July 15, 2014 at 1:26 pm, by Steve Ashdown
Formula E might just be the future of motorsport. Many people are sad about the lack of howling V8 engine sounds but these days they won’t find that in Formula 1 either. I was pleasantly surprised by my first experience of these electric racing cars. They are quiet but not silent. The motor sounds remind…
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Gaungxi – March 2014
Written on March 15, 2014 at 3:28 pm, by Steve Ashdown
While in China I have made the time to continue to explore its more remote rural areas and people. Guangxi region in addition to its famous beauty, is a treasure-trove of ancient traditions and culture. There are countless ethnic groups proudly continuing their local customs. Each minority group has their own traditional costume which varies…
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Antique Jewellery Photography
Written on January 5, 2014 at 3:50 pm, by Steve Ashdown
I recently did a photo shoot for County Goldsmiths who specialise in antique jewellery. The shoot was split up into different historic period inspirations – 1950s and 1920s. I shot it with the Hasselblad and the 80mm and 50-110mm lenses. Soft directional lighting with subtle colour gels gave the vintage feel. I’m very pleased with…
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