MoMA Director & Photographer John Szarkowski once said:
“It isn’t what a picture is of, it is what it is about.”
For me this great quote means many things, and sums up why I like to create images which capture important moments for people. I am intrigued by the play of light on the shapes that surround us and how the colour of light changes the mood and characteristics of what we see. I am constantly Inspired by nature and love exploring all the elements that make an image peaceful or uplifting.
I frame places, spaces and people to meet a wide range of briefs for clients, and am drawn to explore all sorts of subjects and still life for personal projects.
Welcome to my site! Enjoy and please contact me for work you would like to discuss regarding nature photography, editorial or advertising work, and weddings or events.
BA Hons Photography Editorial & Advertising,
University of Gloucestershire
PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITIONS
The London Photo Show 2019, Bargehouse Gallery,
Oxo Tower Wharf, London
The Coningsby Gallery, London 2015
The Post Modern Gallery, Swindon 2013
A FEW TESTIMONIALS
“ You have the ability to inspire and bring out the best in every room you photograph!”
Janet Barbour Painted Interiors
“Janet has photographed SBD products both in the studio and on location, both have been excellent outcomes with a great range of shots to choose from. As publicity and marketing images, her work has been used on my website and digital portfolios as well as social media posts and newsletters. It was a pleasure to meet and work with Janet and I hope to collaborate with her again.”
Sarah Burghard Designs
“Excellent creative work from Janet Baylis Photography which has enhanced our website enormously.”
Menna Frost, Hestia Soft Furnishings
”Janet did a fantastic job of capturing our wedding…— the people, the place, the special moments and even the decorations. She managed the ideal combination of getting the formal “must have” shots and just quietly recording all the details which we want to remember forever. We have an amazing collection of photos which bring all the happiness of the day flooding back every time we look at them. Thank you Janet!”
Caroline & Ian
“We couldn’t have been happier with the results! Janet got some great pictures of the boys getting ready for the big day, striking the perfect balance between relaxed and formal. This continued into the rest of her shots throughout the day, perfectly capturing the feel of the day with both natural and more traditional shots of family and friends. Overall we couldn’t be happier with the photos!”
Bryn & Catherine
”Janet was with me all morning before my wedding and it was an absolute pleasure to have her there. Her calm and relaxed approach was very much appreciated, on what could have been a stressful morning and she captured some beautiful moments through the day, which we will treasure forever.”
Lucy & Dan
“On the occasion of my parent’s Diamond Wedding anniversary, we asked Janet to take some informal photographs of our family. She listened to what we wanted, was friendly, organised and professional, putting us all at ease – even our self-conscious 18 year old twin sons! The weather conditions were challenging being a particularly hot, sunny summer’s day at midday but Janet produced some beautiful photographs of different sized family groups in a variety of settings which have enabled us to retain a wonderful memento of this very special event.”
Kim
BUSINESSES AND CHARITIES I HAVE WORKED WITH:
Cotswold Sculptors Association
sarahburgharddesigns.co.uk
janetbarbour-paintedinteriors.co.uk
completion-group.com
Hestia Soft Furnishings
beltainedesigns.co.uk
Stephanie Cushing Sculptor
Hoggy Nicholls – Antiques
John Rae Artist
Lily and Fig
Ian Franklin
Helen Sanderson (Corinium Players Guitar Ensemble)
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All images copyright Janet Baylis 2020