I was just reflecting on previous photo shoots and realised it was one year ago this weekend that I done a shoot with Charlotte Yanni for her debut album Accidentally on Purpose. It was typical cold windy day by the River Tyne but we braved the cold and managed to get the shots for the cover. You can find more info about Charlotte on her website : http://www.charlotteyanni.com/
Charlotte Yanni Accidentally on Purpose album cover and artwork
My studio is in Newcastle city centre on High Bridge which is the street connecting Grey Street and the Bigg Market
Image courtesy of Newcastle City Council P&T archive. I have marked the entrance to the studio building through the alley. I wish there was still a Maynards sweet shop on the corner
The address of my studio is:
David Wala Photography
High Bridge Studios and Gallery
39 High Bridge
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 1EW
Email: david@davidwala.com
This maybe an old picture but my studio is equipped with up to date equipment
So, If you need any photography you know where I am.
This is a picture taken 2 August 2011 - buildings are the same only the details have changed
In May I done a photo shoot and had so much fun creating some shots in a room full of balloons – who knew it would take so long to blow up and tie a knot in all those balloons. I tried the prepare the night before by blowing up a load of helium balloons – who knew that they would deflate overnight – always read the instructions.
Anyhow during the shoot we decided to do an impromptu video and thought it would be interesting to do an acoustic set in the studio and maybe make it into a webcast.
Two months later we are going to make this talk become reality with a live webcast and an intimate gig tomorrow evening – for me it is a step into the unknown and I am sure mistakes will be made but we are ready for this and have a good feeling about it – you can see for yourself by visiting this link tomorrow at around 7pm
Some images from the photo shoot are her in the this gallery on my website section of my website
It is great with positive and creative people like So What Robot – it is the way it should be
The debris after the photo shoot
So tired and pleased the photo shoot was a success - and we have burst all the balloons
So happy to get some recognition from a photography website about my Instamtic for the People book and project.
I have dedicated so much time and effort to this project because I believed in it ,and in the process overcoming and deflecting doubts. It was heartwarming to get so much positive feedback since the exhibition.
Every penny of profit goes to Teenage Cancer Trust – and even better for me all the order fulfilment is done by the printers and all the money goes direct to the charity….. I am relieved my work on this book is done
To read the article visit Choose Film
Instamatic for the People Book - All profits to Teenage Cancer Trust
The link to the book http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2204947?SSAID=314743
I am absolutely delighted that I have been recently appointed as the house photographer at Newcastle Academy – still feel like I am dreaming and I am looking forward to the coming months.
As a long time fan of Eels – it could not have been a better start. The gallery of my Eels images is here.
It seems ages since I updated this blog as I have been so busy – I will try harder to update it more often.
The Instamatic for the People exhibition at The Cluny in Newcastle has been extended until the end of August – if you haven’t been there is still time.
Also The Cluny are featuring some of my images in their gallery it can be viewed here: The Cluny Gallery
It is always a buzz when some of my photographs are featured by an artist that I am a big fan – so I was delighted when his record label One Little Indian linked up to the gallery of some images from his gig in May at The Cluny
Dan Sartain Newcastle Cluny by David Wala
I have been busy with photo shoots over the past few weeks and will be posting information about these soon
For anyone that came to my exhibition and gig were surely blown away by Symphonic Pictures , this week I am going to see Symphonic Pictures play an intimate gig at La Bocca cafe for more details please follow the link. They are also playing at the Other Rooms on 1 August.
Also my friend Paul Rose is playing a gig in Nashville next week and it looks like exciting times ahead for him sending him positive vibes. I have so many happy memories of touring around Germany with him – coincidentally it is my photograph on his home page 🙂
Anyhow you might find this surprising but I find it uncomfortable talking about my work so I am going for a coffee. I will write more soon
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I have just recieved the total raised at Wednesdays Instamatic for the People exhibition opening and gig – it is £420.43p – thank you to everyone involved and who contributed I am so proud we managed to do this. People can still give directly to Teenage Cancer Trust. The book of the exhibition is also available to buy from Blurb with all profits going to Teenage Cancer Trust – the details are in a post from last week.
Below is a link to a video of the exhibition
http://www.facebook.com/v/10150605702535462
The entire night in 2 minutes of video it is by the super talented Morris Ford ,with music by my equally talented friends Brilliant Mind – Leave Your Friends behind which they also performed on the night
Just wanted to get the news of the monies raised as quickly as possible. Since the exhibition I have shot gigs by Duke Special, Evolution Emerging including the Chapman Family and Lanterns on the Lake, Evolution Festival all day Saturday and Sunday. Tonight I have another shoot with a fantastic local band and possible Mountain Goats at The Cluny.
I am so pleased to be busy but may not be blogging for a few days
Thank you again
Wednesday night will always hold happy memories for me. Here are some photographs from the exhibition and gig. Thank you Jill O’Donnell for the lovely photographs x
Simon Donald practicing ahead of the gig
A final practice for Brilliant MInd in the dressing room
Ray from Symphonic Pictures
Symphonic Pictures at Soundcheck for their debut gig
The Greeting Committee at Soundcheck
Dale Knight and Simon Donald looking at the limited edition book that I made for all the performers at the gig. There is a similar book available to buy online - app profits to Teenage Cancer Trust
Geem Andrews on stage for her set
The collection buckets for Teenage Cancer Trust
Somon Donald Got the events rolling with an acoustic set
Simon Donald, Johnny Bond, and myself - not long before the debut set by Symphonic Pictures
Symphonic Pictures at their sensational debut gig
David Burn getting busy with his DJ set
The Greeting Committee bring the night to a close
Thank you to everyone who helped with the exhibition and came down last – it was touching to see so many old and new friends.
As Simon Donald mentioned last night the book of all the images o from the exhibition are online.
The cost is £16.95 – the cost from Blurb is £11.95 and the £5.00 is profit is for Teenage Cancer Trust. The books are sent directly by Blurb
The link is
http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/2204947
Instamatic for the People Book - All profits to Teenage Cancer Trust
David Wala Photography 