tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789Wed, 25 Sep 2024 19:03:54 +0000allen venableseditorial photographymusic photographymalta eco warriorsadvertising photographyarchitectural photographyband promoband promotionboat photographymusicportrait photographyyacht photographybeachcommercial photographyconcert photography tipsfashion photographyinterior photographymediterraneanmodelBand PhotographyGetting married abroadMaltaModsSKAThe RifffsTravel photographyWedding Photographyalex malliaarchitectural photographerarchitectureartbeautybikinicar photographycocktailcolccicolcci fashion partycontemporary wedding photographydmaxeco friendlyfashion photographerfemalefruitfurnitureg7garden furniturehdri photographyholiday rental gozohow to take better concert photographyinterior photographerira loscoisuzuisuzu dmaxlexterlocation photographymalta wedding photographermaltesemaltese artistsmusic photographermygozovillanadienne saccooverseas wedding photographerpaintingperfumepersonality photographypeter borgpharmacypolandpolish singerretail outletsailingsingersteve muscattonemapped photographyvehicle photographyvivre magazinewedding photographer italyWhy is an award winning English photographer, working for some of the world’s leading organisations, based in Malta? Well as any decent snapper will tell you ‘it’s the quality of the light, darling.’http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)Blogger80125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-8403158814473346374Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:48:00 +00002009-06-22T20:54:01.224+01:00Today Allen is pleased to announce the launch of Allen Venables Photography, the new weblog! From now on you can view the latest news and shoots as well as see a comprehensive portfolio section of Allen's photography, you can even order and pay for prints online.This will be the last post to this blog, from now on visit Allen Venables PhotographyThank you for your time and constant support!http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/06/allen-venables-photography-new-weblog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5322885490567173213Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:28:00 +00002009-02-26T08:28:29.583+00:00SliemaSeascape-2av, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.A recent shot done for a local project. 8 separate photographs, blended into an hdri image. Shot details: Canon Eos 1ds Mark 2, 16-35mm L series lens. Copyright: Allen Venables.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/02/landscape-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-3430853880804267195Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:09:00 +00002009-02-19T18:09:00.603+00:00TheRifffs2, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.Another one of the recent pictures i took in the studio for the Rifffs, great bunch of guys, great music.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/02/band-promo-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-4276883379491649715Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:07:00 +00002009-02-19T18:07:47.575+00:00The_Rifffs1, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.One of a series of pictures taken recently of the Rifffs prior to their new album launch - Moonstomp - check it out its awesome!http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/02/rifffs-promo-shoot.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5833384441438157122Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:41:00 +00002009-01-30T10:41:59.243+00:00ABI 2, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.I was recently commissioned by Abigails partner Edward to do a surprise fashion shoot. Apparently it has always been Abigails ambition to have a professional photography shoot. It was a birthday and christmas present all rolled into one. Which Iam sure Abigail wont forget in a hurry. Who says romance is dead? Hats off to Edward, who must http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/01/fashion-beauty-photography-commission.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-3844136667472804032Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:35:00 +00002009-01-29T10:35:53.195+00:00greg-1c, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.I was recently approached by Greg Camilleri to shoot some pictures of Vito, his outstanding horse. This is just one of many images taken on the day.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/01/horse-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-1868170122314869849Sat, 10 Jan 2009 12:34:00 +00002009-01-10T12:34:17.983+00:00BMA08_024, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.I couldnt really post the Chasing Pandora concert photo without posting this one. It must be one of my all time favourite concert photos... and I have take quite a few. I wanted to do something different for this particular shot, there were about 5 other photographers present on the night, all shooting great action pictures of the http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/01/concert-photography-capturing-emotion.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5851239771947190544Sat, 10 Jan 2009 12:27:00 +00002009-01-10T12:27:34.932+00:00Chasing_Pandora, originally uploaded by allen venables photography.One of a series of pictures taken at the recent Bay Music Awards, Eden Arena, Malta. I have chosen to post this image as its one of my favourite shots from the night. It was a rweal pain to get - I was actually standing on the barriers for this shot and almost fell off. I think it was well worth the effort though.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2009/01/chasing-pandora-live-at-bay-music.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-6030715725891317156Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:24:00 +00002008-12-05T12:32:12.761+00:00allen venableseditorial photographyfashion photographerfashion photographyvivre magazineAnother recent commission for Vivre Magazine saw me photographing a New Year's Eve Fashion story. Shot on location at Le Meridien Hotel, Malta. Styling: Lisa Borain, Troika ZammitHair: Katia for Pierre CamilleMake-up: Michelle CiantarModels: Alexia Fenech, Jana Grech, Chiara Hyzler & Matija Pecotichttp://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/12/nye-fashion-photography-for-vivre.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-7306454842111145484Fri, 05 Dec 2008 12:13:00 +00002008-12-05T12:24:05.429+00:00allen venablesarteditorial photographymaltese artistspaintingportrait photographyI had the honour of photographing Malta‘s most celebrated artists recently. Commissioned by Write-On the article was published in yesterdays issue of Vivre Magazine published with the Times of Malta. The shoot took place in a warehouse in Marsa, a nightmare to light because there was no electricity available. The dog you see in the shoot was a stray that took a liking to everyone, so much so thathttp://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/12/maltas-most-celebrated-artists.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5440671327282176681Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:33:00 +00002008-11-26T11:37:59.811+00:00allen venablesMaltaTravel photographyEarlier in the Summer I was contacted by Sammy and Mark from Hong Kong. They were planning to visit Malta for the first time and wanted me to photograph them whilst they were here. I agreed to do the shoot and spent a wonderful day with both Sammy & mark, showing them the sights of Malta and recording the day in pictures.Sammy Tang is a landscape architect and Mark Lam is a lawyer - both based inhttp://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/11/travel-photography-for-visitors-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-3730009295481988810Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:00:00 +00002008-11-25T11:04:30.578+00:00allen venablesBand Photographymalta eco warriorsModsmusicmusic photographySKAThe RifffsBand Promo photography for the Rifffs, taken recently in Valletta, Malta. These are just two of the many images taken. I will post more shortly.The RIFFFS were formed in 1979 with Ray on guitar and vocals, Cooks on bass, Twanny (Najju) on drums, Humbalance on keyboards and Rayvin on rhythm guitar and backing vocals. After a succession of gigs a demo was recorded which was instrumental for the http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/11/band-promo-photography-for-rifffs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-8268803905765323009Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:04:00 +00002008-11-18T10:23:46.529+00:00allen venablescolccicolcci fashion partyconcert photography tipsg7lextermalta eco warriorsmusic photographyI was at Sky Club on Saturday night for the Colcci Fashion Party organised by G7 Events. This is one of the photos from the event - Lexter performing his smash hit 'Freedom to Love'. I left the venue at 4am and got absolutely drenched on the way back to my car, who said drips dont get wet!!!http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/11/music-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-2851368892225108052Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:30:00 +00002008-11-12T11:38:36.113+00:00allen venablesholiday rental gozointerior photographerinterior photographymygozovillaI have recently completed a set of interior photography for the mygozovilla.com website. This is one example of a set of images taken at the tail end of Summer, more can be seen throughout the site and especially the gallery section over at mygozovilla.comThe property is an outstanding example of what can be done with a lot of hard work and imagination - quoting the site - Enjoy the privilege of http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/11/interior-photography-for-mygozovillacom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-7238053524221389685Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:31:00 +00002008-11-26T12:57:17.557+00:00advertising photographycar photographydmaxisuzuisuzu dmaxvehicle photographyMAS Communications recently commissioned me to shoot the new Isuzu DMax for the launch advertising campaign. Shot on location in Salina, Malta.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/car-photography-new-isuzu-dmax-to-be.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-8895249269305194110Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:22:00 +00002009-02-11T10:27:14.201+00:00advertising photographycommercial photographymodelperfumepharmacyretail outletAnother image from the recent Chemimart / Marketlink shoot.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/chemimart-advertising-photography-part.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-8862094937132433295Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:16:00 +00002008-10-27T15:22:37.583+00:00advertising photographyarchitectural photographycommercial photographyportrait photographyMarkelink approached me recently to shoot for the new Chemimart Corporate Profile. The shoot took place over two days in Floriana, Valletta, Sliema and Birkikara. The shoot consisted of a number of interior photographs of Chemimarts retail outlets, portrait photography of the companies board of directors, as well as Architectural photography of the companies pharmacies.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/chemimart-advertising-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-2008355892012858658Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:02:00 +00002008-10-27T15:04:30.418+00:00boat photographyeditorial photographyyacht photographyThe third and final part of my recent Yacht shoot for Homeworks Magazine.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/homeworks-yacht-photography-part-3.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-1666984906649449328Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:58:00 +00002008-10-27T15:02:47.004+00:00boat photographyyacht photographyThis is part 2 of my recent Yacht Photography shoot for Homeworks Magazine.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/homeworks-yacht-photography-part-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-3643922363581856357Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:08:00 +00002008-10-27T14:42:17.157+00:00boat photographyeditorial photographyinterior photographysailingyacht photographyThese are a couple of images that appeared in the recently published Homeworks Magazine issued free with the Times of Malta. I was commissioned by Write-On to photograph this superb yacht, which is apparently one of its kind in the Mediterranean region and it wasnt without its challenges, but I wont bore you with the details. To be honest I was far from happy with the quality of the printed http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/homeworks-yacht-photography-part-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5763061309491529824Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:27:00 +00002008-11-26T13:03:09.697+00:00concert photography tipshow to take better concert photographymusic photographyI have been asked numerous times how to take good concert photography photos, so here are a few concert photography tips. I don't profess to be an expert, Iam definitely not a know it all, but I think I have learned a few things over the years shooting concerts that maybe of use to you all, so here goes:1) If its your first gig... don't panic, don't machine gun the artist, relax, take time to http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/concert-photography-tips-tricks-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-9184614638718605735Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:59:00 +00002008-10-06T13:10:43.839+01:00advertising photographybeachcocktailfruitmediterraneanA couple of detail shots I did for the second advertising campaign for Marketlink / Wayan1.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/wayan-beach-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-8123680960505026507Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:53:00 +00002008-10-06T12:58:33.073+01:00allen venablesarchitectural photographyfurnituregarden furnituremalta eco warriorsThe following shots were commissioned by Marketlink Malta for Wayan 1 - a retail outlet selling outdoor garden furniture amongst other things. The photos were used in advertising campaigns in Malta to introduce the brand on the local market. Shot on location in Malta.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/wayan-garden-furniture-photography.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-5710700793128750138Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:44:00 +00002008-10-06T12:51:58.618+01:00This is the second part of the previous post. If anyone requires architectural photography or interiors photography please do not hesitate to contact me on +356 21332211/2.http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/homeworks-gozo-2-part-b.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37337789.post-4942367472806227045Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:28:00 +00002008-10-06T12:43:19.387+01:00architectural photographerarchitectural photographyarchitecturehdri photographytonemapped photographyI seem to be doing quite a bit of Architectural photography lately! This is the second house that I photographed for the last issue of Homeworks Magazine that was published recently. I have included some of the shots that did'nt appear in the magazine. The house belongs to the owner of One to One Interiors. Most of the images were shot in hdri (high dynamic range image) and tonemapped in post http://allenvenables.blogspot.com/2008/10/architectural-photography-for-homeworks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Allen Venables)0