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Edinburgh Food Photographer – 16 West End – St Monans

I was recently invited to Craig Millars Restaurant, 16 West End which is based in St Monans.

16 West End boasts some of the most breathtaking scenery in the East Neuk of Fife based in a 400 year old fisherman’s cottage, it overlooks the austere St Monans Harbour.

The light was tantalisingly fantastic outside but my brief on this occasion was food. By the time we had finished the light had ebbed for the day, and our opportunity to capture the majesty of the view had been passed by on this occasion.

Our goal was to create images to be used for publicity and some of these have already been published in The Britain’s Got Talent – Staff Canteen web site with an interview by Craig.

My goal is to create a breathtaking photograph that will stop you in your tracks, with food, I would hope you would be drawn to the image, imagine the taste and admire the quality of the produce.

In my view these images tick all three boxes for me and I am especially indebted to Craig for inviting us to do this for him.

I currently have an article in The Scottish Licensed Trade News – Every picture tells a story which details my philosophy on Business PR photography, if you should be interested.

Our images have been used in all manner of locations, from websites and leaflets through to magazines, books and billboards. If you would like to consider us for your next photographic project, please don’t hesitate to give us a call or drop us a line.

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Business Photography at Chris MacKenzie Photography

At Chris MacKenzie Photography I understand the importance of what a photograph can say about my business. I realise that a fantastic photograph can take my business to the next level, it highlights my passion and creativity and gives my business a great PR boost.

Having worked with small businesses to large organisations, I have seen my photographs published in the media, websites and all manner of literature up to billboard proportions.

All of the companies I have worked with have invested in my work to enhance their appearance in their own target markets, allowing them to stand out from their competitors, giving them the opportunity to draw new customers to their business.

Your business has great products. The service is excellent, the staff are friendly and, most importantly, your customers like it. But in these economic times, no one can take business for granted.

Budgets are tight and competition is tough. Everyone wants to attract more new customers and to retain their loyal regulars too, so it has never been more important to make sure your business stands out from the rest. A simple but effective means of doing so is to make good use of high quality photography, on your website, in your PR campaigns, in your marketing and through social media.

Always remember that your competitors are only one ‘click’ away, so make sure your images are memorable – for all the right reasons.

Recent photographs that have made our clients businesses stand out, capturing these images has taken their businesses to the next level.

Examples of business categories of my work are below:

Business Portraiture Photography

Business Interiors Photography

Business Food Photography

All images are from £30.00 | Vat included | Images are to be taken on location in Edinburgh

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Baby Photography at Chris MacKenzie Photography

Newborn Baby Photographer |  Edinburgh Baby photographs | Chris Mackenzie Baby Photography

Chris MacKenzie Photogrpahy - Baby Products

I know that one of the greatest privileges I have as a photographer is taking photographs of newborn babies, bumps and toddlers. To know that these photographs mark the start of a new life and will be treasured for years to come is a great delight to me and a responsibility I take very seriously.

My aim is to give you the best photographs and products I can at an affordable price. And also products that will stand the test of time. I also know that great photographs don’t come easily. They take time and patience. I know that keeping your baby comfortable will lead to great photographs and that is my goal.

I don’t stock pretty hats and fancy props, I don’t want to churn out standard photographs. What I really like is when families bring nice clothes and toys to make the session different. Your child is unique and beautiful and I want you to help me create the photographs that you imagined that you would have, not the photographs I think you should have.

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The Creative side of Photography by Edinburgh Photographer Chris MacKenzie

As I enter another era of my business as a professional freelance photographer in Edinburgh, I thought I would share my favourite images, the passion behind my work and the motivators that drive me to succeed.

I’ve been photographing forever. In 2007 I was given the opportunity to leave my career in software development which is supported by a post graduate qualification in Software Engineering and a BA in Commerce, both gained from Napier University in Edinburgh. That year I came runner up in the Skye Photography Festival.

In the same year, I had work published in a national photography magazine. I’ve never looked back.

Skye - The Cuillins from Elgol Chris MacKenzie Photography

Photography in those days for me was about vision, planning and luck. You can see the light is coming from the west, it’s actually getting towards sunset which gave me the opportunity to capture the light on the distant hills and the iconic cliff face. The key in this photograph was to capture the connection with the rugged and auspicious Cuillin and the sea. I feel I managed to capture that effectively mirroring the smokiness in the sea with the brooding, threatening cloud hanging over The Cuillin.

My success with this image enabled me to develop my skills further. In particular the sunset shot of The West Sands was printed in 20,000 leaflets this year welcoming people to the town.

Chris MacKenzie Photography - Crail

Chris MacKenzie Photography St Andrews Castle

Chris MacKenzie Photography St Andrews Castle

It’s the case in any profession we trust our instinct from time to time. I did mention I relied upon luck. As I became more creative, I realised that an investment in training would stand me in good stead enabling me to cope with the challenges ahead and create a service my clients could rely upon.

My business invested in a yearlong course ran by the inspirational Catherine Connor and her talented team now at Aspire Photography Training. At that time, the course was geared towards the business aspects of running a successful photography business. To enable me to develop my technical and interpersonal skills behind the camera I was fortunate to be mentored by Edinburgh based Trevor Yerbury for a year through 2010 and into the start of this year. This insight into the art and business of photography has given me a fantastic foundation and a great deal of confidence in any situation.

Apart from a wealth of skills and connections to some of the United Kingdoms finest photographers, this training gave me the opportunity to rely far less on luck. My skills in understanding the quality of light and it’s fundamental value in enabling me to create and capture a moment allows me to let my creative side flourish.

No longer having to strive to come to terms with the technicalities of taking a photograph I can rely on my creative edge to capture photographs that deliver a message. Every message is filled with my vision and passion as I seek to make each and every photograph better than the last. A photograph for me must have emotion, if it’s about a person, or desirability if its a plate of food that I photograph or a stunning business interior. As a proud business owner who values the benefits of photography, I really understand the value of getting your message out there, in the right form and to the best standard possible.

Regardless the project whether it be creating a business profile, including head shots and the products you produce or capturing defining moments in your life or the growth of your family that will stand the test of time, I have the skills to deliver.

I could talk about photography for hours I would love to discuss your next project, I’m sure that you if nothing else you will certainly be inspired following our chat.

This month I have had an article published in Scottish Licensed Trade News, another image in the media – Edinburghs Ion Magazine on this occasion and I have been featured in The Edinburgh Reporter.

Staff Photographs - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Staff Photographs - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Inquisitiveness - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Simple Food Photography - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Artistic Food Photography - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Michelin Star Food Photography - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Excellence as standard - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Passion on a plate - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Travel Photography - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Pittormie Castle - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Restaurant Interiors - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Business Interiors - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Business Interiors - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Business Interiors - Chris MacKenzie Photography

Restaurant Interiors - Chris MacKenzie Photography

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Louise Sarah Thomas – Test Shoot – Fashion Photographer Edinburgh

I met Louise recently at a night out in Edinburgh and we got to talking about adding some photographs to her modelling portfolio.

The plan was to create some gorgeous shots with a male friend of hers that would have been very advertorial – The recent Armani advertising campaign had inspired the theme for the assignment.

Unfortunately Louise’s male friend dropped out at the last minute. We decided to press on. The result was this beautiful set of images.

Many thanks Louise.

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