THE TIPPLERS BAR - PROMOTIONAL PHOTOSHOOT

Capturing quality imagery for your small business

The following are some images I created from a shoot with a local mobile service, The Tipplers Bar. This shoot took place at a very small gathering of 15 people for a private 40th birthday in a garage. Tipplers had no visual assets yet as this was their first gig so i was hired to shoot some content for them on the night. The shooting space and conditions were very difficult as ambient lighting was next to non existent and there was a large ugly garage door behind the bar. Only a handful of people at the bar at any one time so we really had to give the sense of a busy bar style environment. I am happy that we managed to come away with some moody, punchy and interesting images showing off what the Tipplers Bar staff and team bring to each event.

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Tamron SP24-70 First Impressions- Testing out a new lens at the MX Track

Back in February i purchased a second hand Tamron SP24-70mm F2.8 Di. This focal length is usually a staple in most photographers gear bags, however i have managed to get away with my assortment of 25 year old Nikon primes instead of using this more friendly zoom lens. When this lens came up at the right price i quickly snapped it up and waited patiently for it to arrive, excited to test it out.

This is the first lens Ive owned with in built vibration stabilisation/reduction (VR). I was very eager to see what it could do and how slow i could push my shutter speeds especially with fast moving subjects, what better way to test it out than at the local MX track. The conditions were very average with rain, dull cloud cover and constant drizzle so it really was a good way to test the weather sealing on this lens. I can report back that both the VR and weather sealing worked flawlessly. I still prefer the look of the Nikon primes ( especially the 50mm) but having a lens good for wide and zoom is very handy in capturing the action and not having to swap out lens’ every 5 minutes. I’m Looking forward to spending some more time with this lens and putting it through its paces, i believe it will really be in it’s element in close quarters event photography.

Some shots using this lens are below.

Aprilia Australia Racers Day 2019

2019 Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100 Launch at Phillip Island

Early in April i had the pleasure of not only riding my favourite brand of motorcycle around my favourite racetrack but also managed to capture some photos from the Australian debut of the new Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1100. What an absolute weapon this 217hp machine is and to be on track and see just how much faster it is compared to the old model was a treat.

I didn't get much time behind the lens as i was having too much fun on track so i have posted just a few of my favourite shots from the day. Aprilia have really knocked it out of the park with this bike and put on one of the best Track Days at the Island i have attended.

Avalon International Airshow 2019

The Australian International Airshow 2019

Every 2 years the Airshow rolls into town. I hadn’t been since 2015 so it was great to visit again. Although the weather was a stinking hot 39 degree i managed to snap a few photos of the action from the day. Was great to see the legendary F22 Raptor in action alongside the RAAF’s latest addition to its fleet the F35.

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Big Shot Van - Launch Party

Mobile Coffee Truck and Bar ‘ BIG SHOT’ launch Party and event coverage

The Big Shot Van is my little brothers latest business venture with his good friend Mike. On Sunday the 2nd December the official launch party at Benzina Cantina in Preston took place with a crowd of friends and family.

The van itself is a 1969 Citroen HY Van that has been painstakingly restored and fitted with an amazing interior fit-out. The boys bring a unique Melbourne café experience to you, providing top quality coffee and tasty treats, and also offering an exclusive bar service tailored to suit any kind of special event. It’s been a long journey for Chris and Mike to get the van from idea to finished product but the fruits of their labour all came together when the van “Bernie” was on display for all to see.

I was on hand for the launch day drinking the delicious Espresso Martinis that the boys had prepared and managed to snap a few shots.

For more information on the van and the services Big Shot Van can provide for events click the link below.

Big Shot Van Website . Big Shot on Instagram

2018 Geelong Revival - Motoring Festival

2018 GEELONG REVIVAL

Last Sunday the annual Geelong Revival Motoring festival was held at the Geelong Foreshore. Ive been meaning to check this event out for a few years now and finally had the opportunity. What an amazing event held in such a picturesque part of Geelong. The relaxed vibe and smell of fuel and rubber created a great atmosphere for young and old.

The mix of eclectic classic and modern cars and bikes really make the event what is is. I will definitely be back again next year.

In the mean time here are a handful of snaps from the days sprints.