WGW Creative Nature-Decor Photography

A new mindset/direction !!!

2012-01-30T19:13:00.000Z

2012 its time to follow my heart and shoot the subjects I more so enjoy !! And stop worrying so much about the money

So as I chase some new projects, the excitement of being a freelance is coming back. I'm seeing and feeling the motivation that made me freelance from the start !!!

Hmmm

2012-01-20T12:23:00.002Z

A variety of Outdoor photography !!

2011-11-10T09:38:00.003Z

Morning Creatives:

My name is William, Im a Freelance Outdoor Photographer. My main three passions are. Sports, Nature, Lifestyle photography.
I shoot these images for a variety of markets and situations. Please inquire if we can help you !!

http ://www.facebook.com/wgwatsonphoto

Keeping the Creating moving !!

2011-11-04T11:01:00.002Z

Morning Creatives:

I do not use this site that much anymore, since I started using a wordpress site. But this blogspot was my first, and I;ll always keep something posted here even if its only once a month !!!

Anyway... Are things picking up for your creative passion ? Has the economy managed to take away your passion for what you do. I hope not :)

Keep creating... That is what God put you here to do !!

wg

A crazy summer !!

2011-08-03T12:51:00.002+01:00

Its been a crazy summer here at WGW Creative. Trying to work a few projects that will help raise this to the level of success,
that I want .

I'm changing alot things to give possible clients a better idea of the variety of markets that we cater too !!

15 August ... We will be opening Creative Hope Gallery.. Which is simply a lace for us to show what we do to our public.

Please stay tuned more to come !!!

Catching up ...

2011-07-17T09:15:00.002+01:00

Its been a busy summer!! Especially with the birth of my Grand daughter Alissia who came 5 weeks early.

But life is good.

WGW Creative Decor Photography

2011-05-08T21:02:00.004+01:00

Evening everyone:

I hope you have enjoyed your Mother's Day. I have been busy the last week or so, finally getting my web stuff organized.
But why I'm posting today. Is to let everyone know about the new site dedicated to My Decor /Fineart photography !!

Have a look when you get a chance !!! WGW Decor

wgwphotos' photostream

2011-05-01T22:30:00.001+01:00

wgwphotos' photostream on Flickr.

Some recent sports

A shot from this morning !!

2011-04-19T12:12:00.003+01:00

I could not help it. I had to grab my camera and go for a walk this morning !!

Getting back to my Heart felt art !!!

2011-04-18T21:54:00.002+01:00

Evening Everyone:

WGW Creative..We are busy trying to re-align my photography . To best suit the way we want to do business! So little by little you should see this blog, keeping you up to date about things like our Photoart shows. Or other art events we are hoping to frequent !!!

Please stay in touch !!!

wgw

Trying to keep this current!!.. A creative,s passion!

2011-04-02T22:42:00.003+01:00

I do not use this blog very often any more everything is at wgwatsonphoto

But I do still feel rather partial to this, because it taught me so much about blogging !!

My photography direction has not changed much, but despite not wanting to do social photography, I have to do some form of it to attract people.

Also I'm trying to put my sports photography a bit more in my limelight. Because right now its getting me attention, plus I'm really enjoying shooting the different sports again !!

As a creative type person the hardest thing sometimes is to just keep working your creative business, even when you think, people are not paying attention to you or what your doing!!!

To be honest... I'll never be a full time all pro photographer, because I have other sources of income. But I'm going to bust my hump. To make what I'm doing be as professional as I can possible make it !!

Fineart is where my heart is at !!

2011-03-20T09:50:00.002Z

As creative people we all go thru our stages . Where we are so productive. Then again we have periods where we just can't come up with new ideas or motivations.

I know for me personally I have not had a fun day in a while. A day where i just grab my cameras and go shoot, without any kind of game plan.

The motive being to just enjoy my photography....

When you get stuck... How do you get going again?

What usually works for you ? Let us know !!!

wgw

Working on the Fineart....

2011-03-19T07:13:00.002Z

Good Morning Creatives:

Its been a busy March here at WGW Creative. Most people know that William's other passion apart from photography is working with the 9-12 year olds that are in his care. This week has been the week for the major training provided by the Boys & Girls club of America.

But anyway back on the photography track. Things have been opening up for WGW Creative . As William is working alot harder at getting the brand out there, but in the right types of situations.

As the weather is getting warmer.. William will be putting alot more effort into the Outdoor Location portrait part of the business. After all we have to have as many streams as we can to stay a success...

So I'll ask you very simply. When was the last time you had portraits done that you were happy with ?

wgw Please check out what is now our Main Blog !!!

Something new !!! Why do you love Nature Photography?

2011-03-05T21:42:00.002Z

Trying to manage things better !!!

2011-01-17T12:14:00.004Z

Afternoon creatives:

After talking to another creative, a couple of days ago. I realized that I need to make some changes . I spend so more time, trying to run my business and all its aspects. Instead of getting out and meeting other photographers, and trying to stir up more leads.

What is a guy to do? I have to keep up the social networking, trying to keep my name in front of people. But I'm doing less and less actual image making.

What did you do when you got to this crossroad? How did you take you creative to the next step !!

wgw

Getting some new Images !!

2011-01-14T21:46:00.003Z

As the weather is getting milder here, I'm itching to go out and shoot some new images for my Redbubble gallery

My goal is still to use my art to help someone. To beautify a person's home or office.. To have them appreciate some beauty I captured !!!

By God grace this will happen !!!!
wg

2011-01-06T20:20:00.001Z

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Making 2011 a great year !!!

2011-01-01T17:20:00.002Z

Evening Everyone:

I hope everyone had an enjoyable & safe New Years. I spent alot of time studying in 2010, learning social media stuff. Learning how to use a Mac, after using PC's over 30 yrs. Anyway my main goals for 2011 are:

1: Get out and shoot more Images

2 Get out and meet more photographers .... In their towns!!!

3. Get out away from my Mac and go shoot alot more images !!!

4. Find some local charities to work with !!!

I have about 6 more items but those four are my main and most important goals. I just want to make 2011 a banner year.

I hope it goes well for you also !!!! wg

Using Nature based art as Therapy!!

2010-12-08T09:23:00.002Z

Nature photography is a very relaxing thing under the right conditions !! To just go for a walk and take one's camera along, usually makes for some good results. I was lucky growing up.There was a huge Nature Reserve about 10 minutes away!!

When you go for a walk do you take your camera with you ? Where do you usually go ?

wg

Its funny how things come together !!

2010-11-14T05:29:00.002Z

Morning Creatives :

Its amazing how when, we start doing what God wants us to do things just seem to fall into place !! If you have been a follower of my photography. You know that I have been trying to market a two sided operation for years. Here in 2010, I made up my mind to get back into fineart photography which apart from sports is my first love.

I have rearranged my web stuff, trimmed a few things. I was spending way to much time on the Mac and not shooting pictures.
I had to get myself a decent car,so I could go further afield to find better photo situations. Lastly my wife got me a sat nav so I won't get lost !!

Over the last two days I have been building up my new fineart site

Its nice to know I'm doing what I should be doing to be celebrated !!!!

Thank you Father.....

wg

Trying to stay motivated and creative..

2010-11-01T12:40:00.002Z

Afternoon Creatives :

I'm usually pretty good on Mondays, but today, I'm just not feeling that positive or motivated. I badly need to start socializing with more creative type people. And not spend so much time on my Mac. Plus I do know that when you go out and mingle with people, good things do happen for people.

What's your secret when ... You just do not feel like painting or drawing , when you know you should be ?

Input appreciated!!!

wg

2010-10-26T14:46:00.001+01:00

Art programs declining in because of Sports

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2010-10-20T12:13:00.001+01:00

Enjoying photography...
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2010-10-20T09:06:00.001+01:00

Passion....
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2010-10-20T07:31:00.001+01:00

Childhood or the Lack of a Childhood
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2010-10-19T08:13:00.001+01:00

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Shifting gears..Working some new markets !!

2010-09-21T21:34:00.002+01:00

Evening everyone:

Its crazy in my office at the moment, as I put finishing touches on some new projects. My birthday passed this Saturday. and I found myself thinking about what I had learned in the past year . Boy all I can say its been wicked .

So stick with me as I work this new mindset that I have fell in love with. And hopefully as my plan gets worked you will see more and more of me around Suffolk meeting new people and seeing new places !!!

I'm excited about new things to learn and new people I will be working with , as these projects come together !!!

wg

A new lease on things

2010-09-14T11:31:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone

Its a grey day here this morning in Suffolk. But you know what its ok I'm still smiling. Because I know things are going to keep looking up. I hope regardless of where you might be right now. I pray that you can find a gleam of hope with something or someone.!!

So smile and as Peter pan put it hang onto your happy thought !!!!

wgw

Starting a new journey... Walking in the LIght !!!!

2010-09-07T08:45:00.003+01:00

Morning everyone....

September is my month... Its the month of my Birth. Last year when I turned 50 I celebrated that whole month..And I totally enjoyed it. That will be the trademark of all my future birthdays to come... To celebrate the month , not just my day.

Early this morning I made a new commitment to my Heavenly Father to start living my life better in his name..

So as I start off on my journey again, to be bigger and better than I have been. And get my life back on the track its supposed to be on.

So as I to make a new commitment to the Youths that are in my charge... I will plant more seeds of knowledge than I ever have before. To my wife... I will support her alot more than I have done in the past.

For myself... I want to be a happier more passionate person.. that people want to get to know !!!!!

Have a blessed day !!!

wg

Lakenheath Football Club vs Fulborn Football Club

2010-09-04T20:27:00.003+01:00

Today's game at the pit was quite awesome. But it was let down by some very bad calls from the refs. The match ended in a draw with the score being 1-1

Some pics below

Working some new ideas !!!! Portraits the way you want them !!

2010-09-02T11:39:00.007+01:00

Good Morning

Its a beautiful fall morning here in Suffolk. And I really should really be outside looking for something to photo. But hey I do have to put in this social media time in order for it to work!!!

As most of you know.. I love being outdoors, especially this time of years as things are starting to change. I went out yesterday checking some of the spots that I use for location portraits. I hoping to get some great results for the clients that book with me.

As a creative today, with people having so many things that their money needs to take care of. I have to get people's attention's and I need some new realistic ideas, that a possible client would appreciate.

So what would you like to have done for your portrait session? Especially if you could have it done your way !!!!

wg

Just a thought......

2010-08-24T20:55:00.002+01:00

Things happen for a reason, I'm a firm believer of that . here lately I find myself smiling alot more. I'm working on my Mindset. And you know what my days are so much enjoyable. For so many years I thought I was doing things right. Reading the right books on successful people. Trying to stay with and around positive people.

Here recently...with me listening to Joann Donahue I had a lightbulb moment. With as much passion as I have for my photography company. It was the chasing of the money that was motivating me , not the passion for what I was doing.

Well I have started working on that. Its astonishing for me to say , but people are already noticing the fact that I smile more.

Quite simply... I need to change my mindset ... to help me be the best I can be. Can I do this and make my company a success I'm hoping so.

As my days go by, I see my routine changing as I change the old practices and the way I used to do things. I know where I want to get to, I do not have all the pieces to the puzzle. But I have to say, that I'm looking forward . And as I become the doer that I once was .. I want o take people up with me, as I help them chase their dreams...

I know from now on... Im chasing my dreams with all my heart .....

Love wg

Bootcamp 2010..working with Herman & GIna

2010-08-24T12:24:00.002+01:00

When it comes to fitness, any who know's Herman knows he is a force in himself. Now he has ben partnered with a Lady who is just as motivated and excited about fitness as he is .

Herman & Gina yesterday started their new thing called "Boot Camp" I know your properly thinking oh no not another one of those. I have to tell you that you are way off the mark.Because with these two their mission is to get you to the goal you want or better.

Herman & Gina both have years of commitment to their passion that they call Fitness Lifestyle. and even just being in the same room with these two, you can not help but get catch their fever....

It doesn't take long for an outsider to learn these two mean business. From the moment you start , they let you know the level of expectations that they have in place. And its made very clear that 110% is expected and any thing less... well your wasting their time.

During the next few weeks, I'm going to be tagging along with Herman & Gina. Learning more about their passion they cal "Fitness"
I will coming up with some ideas that will help them take their style of fitness to reach alot more people.

Stay tuned more good stuff to come ....

Working out with Mrs Gina B

2010-08-24T08:20:00.002+01:00

Fitness has taken on a new meaning !!!

Lakenheath Football vs Foxton Football

2010-08-21T19:46:00.004+01:00

Lakenheath 4 Foxton 0

Getting out my comfort zone !!

2010-08-16T10:39:00.003+01:00

Morning everyone.. I hope you had a great weekend.

This past week , each morning I have been listening to Joann Donahue
And with listening to her, I started to pay attention to what she was saying. The more I listened, the more I thought how safe I'm really doing things.

As a creative person , I know I need to take risk, to ask questions. Well I have not being enough of that, therefore my business was not moving accordingly.

And the more I hear about the Alpha Code. The more I know , I need to be the person I know I can be. And once again start to make things happen.

So here I am about a month out from my fifty first birthday. Its a good day to start doing some new mindsets.

Just for the record... Today instead of sending one of your clients an email. Make a point to go over to their office in person....

Have a great MOnday ...

wg

Can you help me select a image for the gallery.

2010-08-13T10:37:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone:

I'm still raving about the photo shoot I had with my wife's cousin Eva. The shoot got me thinking about changing my complete photo direction!!

Can you help me decide which image to put up on display in my gallery !!!

Just thinking !!!

2010-08-11T08:19:00.002+01:00

Morning everyone.

Its a beautiful morning here in Suffolk.. Photography is my passion, its the focal point of my life. I've written before that is a challenge in today's creative world to keep motivated and creative. I'm beginning to notice though, that when I'm concentrating where I should be, things happen rather easily.

Here lately...my photography is becoming fun again. At the stage of my life that i'm in, My two children and grown and moving forward. My wife has a business that she love to do, and enjoys. And for me I need to stop worrying so much and just enjoy what I'm doing, like I did back almost 40 yrs ago when I start shooting sports..

As the saying goes "Life is what you make it "

Well I'm going to stop worrying so much and start enjoying alot more !!!! Enjoy your Wensday

wg

Taking a day to chill out !!

2010-08-08T05:51:00.003+01:00

Morning everyone:

I'm usually crazy busy on a Sunday.But I'm going to take a day off and , go to the Robin Hood Festival. No doubt I'll still end up taking a bunch of pictures. The Lakenheath Fete... yesterday was something else and true to its form. It pissed down like it has had years previous. My wife Angie & her Cantina did well serving alot of great Mexican food.

Me I"m glad I went and hung there too. I ended up meeting a bunch of awesome people, and taking alot of Fete photos, they will follow over the next couple of days. Id di learn something this weekend... Basically I need to pull my fingers out , and make my Dream happen. Because if I don,t it will never happen.

So as August is now here.. I'm going to start getting my ducks lined up. So by this time next year . I will have really gotten this off to the start that that I want .....

Have a great Sunday....

wg

Thinking about our Soldiers

2010-08-06T16:42:00.002+01:00

Just a shot from the other day. Befitting our Airman !!!

Our four legged friends ....

2010-08-05T07:48:00.002+01:00

As long as I have been married, we have always had a number of animals in our house.Yesterday we had to put Timmy our Retriever to sleep. He was only 8yrs old.. But cancer had been bothering him for the last two years. Timmy was such a laid back dog, sometimes, he acted more human than canine. For the moment we are down to two cats and one dog. I'm just going to see how long before we get another puppy. Th e only thing is Blaze does not share to well with other animals.

Anyway Timmy rest in peace. You should have plenty of company now !!!

wg

Sharing some thoughts...

2010-08-03T07:33:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone:

Its another beautiful morning here in Suffolk. The air is changing, Autumn is around the corner. I can't help be biased about the fall time of the year after all I am a September baby !!! American school starts the last week of this month. The stores are full to their brims with school supplies. The summer has been a busy, I dare not hear one of the Youths say Mr George I'm bored.
For those who do not know. I'm also a Certified Child & Youth worker, its a job I really do enjoy, plus I need it to stay in the UK.

Back to the creative stuff. I have not shot alot of images this summer, again I kick into gear in the fall wanting to photo everything outdoors. This year I have had a taste of the Social Photography. Its a hard job I feel without having a studio, especially here in the UK. Plus the studio gives you a place where people can see what your photography is all about.

As 2011 approaches, I have a couple of major goals I want to do.

1... I need a brick & mortar based place for people to come and see my photoart.

2. I need to concentrate alot more on getting out my office and start meeting more creative people, even more small business based people.

I know that if I can work the two above steps, my photography will be moving in the direction forward that I want it to go!!!

Have a great Tuesday....Wg

Posting a video clip !

2010-08-02T21:22:00.002+01:00

Testing !!

Taking a break.. for a change

2010-07-26T07:12:00.003+01:00

Morning everyone:

I know by rights everyone should take a day off on a Sunday( I was raised that way ) Sadly though I have t say I,m the happiest when I'm working something that has to do with photography. But like all photographers right now, we are all trying to learn as much as we can to keep our dreams/passions alive..

I want to thank Skip Cohen for his amazing blog which, always seem to have the right medicine for what I need!!

I really enjoyed yesterday hanging out with my wife, & her Mom. Plus getting a chance to meet family members, I have not seen in years ..

Thank you Father for a blessed day... I need to start relaxing more period !!

wg

For the sake of my art.. For the sake of my Heart.

2010-07-21T20:33:00.002+01:00

Hello Creatives:

I have been involved in photography in some form or fashion, for quite a few years. But here lately( the last 2 years) I have been battling that creative demon... do I shoot pictures that pay the bills , or the images that make my heart happy. Here recently.. I listened to a webnair by photographer Tim Mantoni.

What caught my attention , was how he had managed to shoot the personal imagery that his heart required , and yet get clients to like his style. As I listened to him, the light bulb moment hit me like a ton of bricks.That's also when I got my artistic voice back. I went out the following morning, again listening to my heart. And I shot some of the best images I had shot in a while. And after working up a few of the images to print.

My Epson 1900 just sealed the deal. Well I know now I have quite a bit of work in front of me. I'm going to have to re-work my marketing to put the social photography, back on the back burner just a bit. And start thinking about some art type shows Id like to attend next year. And possible do a local one here in my region before Christmas.

The timing of all this could not have been better , because its in the Autumn time that I shoot my best images... I'm looking forward to September.

So as I work forward... if all goes to plan... later in September I will have a actual brick & mortar place again so people can come view my photoart and my other imagery produced products.

So for everyone that I have plagued with questions, I so dearly thank you for your support !!!

wg

Testing Zemanta

2010-07-18T20:16:00.000+01:00

Trying something new , hopefully it will help me work my blog better

Heart creative.... Money Creative

2010-07-18T19:23:00.002+01:00

Evening everyone:

What an awesome Sunday this has been for me . As a creative person how often do you struggle with the notion of making art that comes from the heart. Or making art that pays the bills. Well as long as I have been making pictures, I have been struggling with that notion.

Today is a start of a new chapter. Last night after listening to a webinar by Tim Mantoani

What amazed me about Tim's work was the number of major projects that he landed as a result of his personal work. Trust me this is not the first time I have heard something like this. But was one of the first to show me a direct link between the two. His thinking is very simple. He finds personal projects that make him, help him enjoy what he does. He puts some of his favorite images on his website for people to see, and I'll be darn if he didn't end up at some point getting assignments from those personal images.

Lets face it, as photographers, we have the most fun shooting stuff that lets us play and enjoy ourself.

Another thing that Tim mentioned was the fact that each photographer has his or her own signature style. We all know that. He goes on to explain how magic happens when a photographer finds that place where images magically appear.

Today I went back to were my Creative Heart could be found... I 've shot some images that I'm very very pleased with today.

I know that everyone has bills to pay. But like Tim states, regardless of the assignment you are doing. Be sure to get some personal work out of it !!!!

wg

For the love of Waterfowl !!

2010-07-18T17:21:00.001+01:00

Just a few samples from this morning !!

Trying to keep everything fresh

2010-07-08T08:25:00.006+01:00

Morning all

Its a rainy morning here in Suffolk, so that means catch up on some office jobs.

In fairness to blogs. Do you feel as a customer that a photographer should have a blog for each area of photography that they shoot ?

Let me know how you feel about that !!!

wg

2010-06-28T10:58:00.001+01:00

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Creative ...Motivation

2010-06-28T08:30:00.005+01:00

Do you own a camera? Of course you do... When do you use it most often? do you actually take it out and walk with it? Does it stay away until , there is a special occasion!!

Just some recent samples from Bikefest 2010

Are clients spending their money yet ?

2010-06-22T08:24:00.003+01:00

Morning all:

Are you clients starting to spend money again? Or did you have to re-do your business module? I just want to know in your humble opinion has the economy started getting better ?

wg

Cross Roads

2010-06-16T08:02:00.004+01:00

I write about crossroads alot, because here lately, I've been in that situation quite often. Anyway after taking my stuff out the Shop .I felt kind of gutted. I was really staring to get an idea of what it would be like to have a proper space to show my photoart.

Marketing the shop was a whole new lesson, It took me being alot more creative to get people to even read my flyers that I had posted outside. As the old saying goes. One door closes another opens I hope it happens soon !!!

Have a great Wensday

wg

Loving what I'm doing !!!

2010-06-14T02:22:00.002+01:00

This note is in response to the post by Skip Cohen..."Loving what your doing "

Photography for many years, has been about "Crossroads" I suppose as a creative person, that most of us are always at a crossroads, as we learn new things. I do very much make it a point to learn something new everyday. Most often it has to do with photography or at least running a small business!!

I have to admit that over the years, there have been periods where my camera stayed in the closet. But then by God's grace something would motivate me, to get snapping again !

I have to admit I need another muse, I need to get my heart back into my photograph, because I know I'm not shooting the images I should be shooting !!

Its an awesome time right now, with the World cup having started. The grand daddy of tennis starting next week!!

I need badly to increase my network of positive beings... You know those people with that awesome positive life force that makes them awesome to be around and learn from!!

So as this week starts afresh... I'm looking to get my heart back into the gift that God gave me, the reason he put me here !!

I'm a photographer who loves all aspects of photography

wg

Getting more booking!

2010-06-06T19:57:00.004+01:00

As a people photographer , one has to get bookings in order to get paid. And also with more shooting, ones photos do get better. I have to admit marketing is a challenge. I'm sure its something that is never mastered 100 % I have to admit, I made most of my previous money from shooting action sports. And now with trying to change over to lifestyle shooting, my knees are not as good as they used to be. ( Kneeling on touchdown and try lines !!

So as I try new marketing ideas, that will hopefully bring more people into the "Shop" for consults. Or at least get more people to do inquire forms on my website.

Here are a couple of samples from this week.

wg

Its time for Senior Portraits

2010-06-06T07:51:00.002+01:00

Are you a High School student or a British student in year 11 going to year 12. You are the people whose attention I'm trying to get. Your last year of school should be special in a number of ways.

Do you want your portraits done the way you,d like them to be ?

Please go to this site... And inquire

Painter Portraits

2010-06-05T08:28:00.003+01:00

Painter portraits.... A product item that I have wanted to put in my product line, but it took a while for me to get comfortable enough with my results to use them for my clients.

Here is a sample I did recently.... Comments & feedback please!!

wg

Your passion for Images

2010-06-03T06:15:00.003+01:00

Photography is my creative art, its my stress relief. I love running a small freelance operation, such as mine is. I enjoy meeting other creative people, regardless of the type of art that they make or enjoy. Lets face it I enjoy being around and learning from people who want to make a difference.

I have to say that I'm the happiest, when I'm around other people, either talking art. Or talking about how to make their small business better!!

What is your passion... What have you done for it lately?

Do not let this God given gift get away from you . It was given to you for a reason !

wg

I'm a photographer Do I have to have a label ?

2010-06-01T08:37:00.004+01:00

In our society if something is without a label or a category it is shunned. I'm a photographer that enjoys being outdoor. and I pretty much enjoy photographing anything that has to do with outdoors. I guess as luck would have it, I enjoy shooting for a business, as much as I do for Suzy around the block.

I've wrote about this, several times, how this year just seems to be the year of crossroads for me. But I guess that's learning is all about. And one thing a photographer hs to do today to be successful is keep learning.

As I sit here at my Mac, its the start of another month. This month I need to get off my duff and get out there shooting alot!!

Thats my plan for June !! I hope to see you out and about !!

wg

Taking my photography to another level!!

2010-05-31T06:18:00.002+01:00

Morning All:

Any photographer that is trying to get his or her business to the next level. Is all about trying to learn everything possible to make their business better. One thing I do see going on alot with the winning photographers is the fact that they use their blog as such a powerful marketing tool.

So I can see where I need to start putting more work into. Not only posting articles, but surely putting more photo shoot photos on there too. Then its making sure that I post the updates.

Another week to learn something new !!!!

wg

Postcard New design

2010-05-29T17:17:00.002+01:00

This design features the Lakenheath Hotel, which apart from Saint Mary's church is one of the oldest buildings in the village !!

Postcard Number 3

2010-05-28T09:16:00.003+01:00

This postcard is a smaller version than the first. Which can be mailed easier or put inside a letter!!

Souvenir Postcards

2010-05-26T17:33:00.002+01:00

One of my dreams, was at some point design a line of postcards that typify this part of Suffolk.

Above is a sample of my first one...

wg

Helping my photography business grow!!

2010-05-26T07:26:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone:

I feel like typing this morning, although I'm not quite sure what my topic will be. Just like any other person, who try's to make a small business a success. Here lately I have been coming to alot of crossroads. And as always, I try to make the right choices. At the end of the day. I have learned that its not always about making the right choice. But for me to learn something from the choice I made.

If you read my facebook post, you see often that I post about the "Shop" Basically this is an actual shop where the owner has been kind enough for me to use some of her wall space. Since putting some of my work in the shop, back in March. My education has been started all over again. BUt I do know in my heart that one day I do want to own a "Art Gallery"

The startling thing for me is that the shop may be a short term situation. And I need to learn something from it each day.

Maybe its time for me it this aspect to just take it one day at a time and see what unfolds !!!!

wgw

Crossroads

2010-05-23T20:01:00.002+01:00

I read alot. I read how things are going to pick up again. Photography has been a sideline of mine for many years. Some years I made little money, some years I made good money. I have been told more than once, that I need to separate my two loves. And either do one aspect of photography or the other.

MY two photography loves are quite simple. I love shooting outdoor subjects. I love to shoot people portraits in natural light. My two loves will not go away. But I do need to find some better ways of making them, bring back the return that I know in my heart that they can.

Perhaps I really need to just pray more about it and get some advice !!!

I need to start dreaming bigger !!!

wg

A photo shoot with Chloe

2010-05-21T08:33:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone.

I'm grateful that I'm finally getting bookings to start coming my way.

Here are a few samples from Wensday work !!

Snailwell Cup 2010

2010-05-17T08:21:00.004+01:00

Morning everyone:

Yesterday's cup final between Brandon Town FC & Thetford Rovers. Was a match full of action but that would not be reflected in the 3 to 0 score line!

It turned out to be a lovely Sunday . Here are a few of my samples !!!

wg

A photo shoot with Mrs Robinson

2010-05-10T07:38:00.003+01:00

Mrs Robinson was the first person, to take advantage of my May birthday photo session. Here are a few of the samples. It turned to be an awesome session!!

Giving back even if just a little bit!!

2010-05-10T07:33:00.002+01:00

Yesterday I ended up going to the local nursing home. And helping a young man there celebrate his 100 the birthday. At my mere age of 50 I felt like such a young pup, compared to Eddy. I though to myself, all that knowledge, all that experience.

As we setup the room where the party was going to be, and the staff gathered all the residents. I was awed because they all looked so peaceful ,.

Anyway ..Thank you Father for the experience... I did totally enjoy it !!

wg

Shooting Birthday specials !!

2010-05-08T10:17:00.002+01:00

Morning everyone:

As a photographer, I'm always trying to think of creative ways, to promote and advertise my company. I realized the other day, I have been putting way to much thought in what should be a very simple process!!

Quite simple... if your birthday s during the month of May.Please inquire for a free photo shoot, and a complementary 8x 6 framed desktop portrait !!

wg

Chasing a Dream

2010-05-02T06:03:00.002+01:00

Morning All

Tomorrow will start a major chapter in her life. she loves cooking more than any thing else in the World. Her dream was to simple be able to be the owner of a place where she could cook her Mexican food.

Monday .. Bank Holiday Monday ..what a perfect day to start !!

Anyway she will be on the B1065 road. On the layby before you approach the Villlage of Brandon

She will start serving at 11am.....

wg

New Portrait special we are offering

2010-04-30T16:06:00.002+01:00

Starting Monday May 3, 2010

My wife will start selling her Mexican food in the Suffolk Uk area. As a favor to me. She is taking 25 of my promo cards to hand out to the first 25 customers.

On the back of the card is a promo number... Mex-000 ---

Please call me or email me your name and phone number & email in order to get the free framed 8x 10 portrait print that comes with that promo code !!

By the way enjoy my wife's Mexican food !!!

William

Another day to make a difference ...

2010-04-20T07:25:00.003+01:00

Morning Creatives:

Art.. expression... its all something that every one of us needs in some form or another. I read an article by another artist this morning that basically said. His main goal is to be the best artist he can be.. Mind you he did not say the "Richest". I guess just like one's level of Success... we all have our own version.

My take on this can I make a difference around my world my community. I certainly hope so.

Im blessed with working with an awesome group of 9-12 year old young people. And although I'm a photographer I do head up alot of the art related activities. And regardless if I get a group of 2 or a group of 8. I do hope the kids find that method of expression that lets the world know who they are.

Am I making a difference? ... By the Grace of my Father I hope so !!!

Have an awesome Tuesday.....What will you do today to make even a small difference to someone ?

wg

Chasing a dream... Keeping things in Perspective

2010-04-19T13:07:00.003+01:00

Afternoon everyone:

I'm marveling in how technology lets us reach people, and they in turn reach us. I had a classmate Facebook me who I had not heard from in over 30 yrs. The ironic thing for me to grasp, was the fact that in school we were such different people. But today we are both people trying to push the love of art in our communities.

I have to say at my stage of life. I look forward to seeing the kids that I work with with. I'm enjoying trying to take my photography to another level.. My wife is about to launch her Mexican Food Cantina

Last year was a crazy of a year with my Father in law joining the spirit world. But here it seems a year later, things have fell back on track .

I'm smiling as I'm saying loudly... Keep Praying God does answer !!!

wg

Stepping outside my boundaries , make some things happen!

2010-04-18T06:40:00.003+01:00

Morning everyone:

I'm feeling grounded this morning. I had a nasty asthma attack earlier this week. Which after going thru all thats required. You end up pretty tired. So with time to think., I started working on where I want things to go from here. The shop is going pretty well, I'm starting to get some exposure, which I Knew was going to be a major thing, for a shop that has a small but specific following.

Anyway..I have a variety of photo interest, but as the saying goes, I have to get known for something. I want that that to be "Children's Moments. I will be doing other types of portraits, too.

I'm going to work into doing more Pet Photography, which I do enjoy doing also!!

Stay tuned WGW Creative is about to turn some major corners!

wg

2010-04-14T07:24:00.001+01:00

What am I marketing !!!

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2010-04-13T09:09:00.001+01:00

What am I Marketing !!!
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2010-04-09T16:33:00.001+01:00

Your Baby & Your Pet photo shoot !!

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2010-04-09T14:54:00.001+01:00

New Products !!
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Getting people into the Shop to see my artwork!!

2010-04-08T21:49:00.003+01:00

Evening everyone:

The shop is coming around. I have to thank Pauline for being so considerate , about the space I use !! I have big plans, for this place, but I need to take my time and work a plan. My mission now is to get people in there to see my work, and or see what I'm offering !!

Just for the record, we are offering Nature based photoart, to tranquilize spaces that are special to you !!

We are also offering people a chance to do a location portrait photo shoot as unique as the person them self.

This service starts out at f35 Checkout our new web hub to get an idea of what we are doing ?

wg

2010-04-07T16:27:00.001+01:00

New photo samples for the Shop !!
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2010-04-07T14:40:00.001+01:00

Outdoor workshops
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Being Thankful this Morning!!

2010-04-04T09:55:00.003+01:00

Happy Easter Everyone:

I pray that you and your love ones are safe! For my fellow soldiers, in countries away from home. Hold your heads up high , while you do the job you were asked to do .

Show someone that random act of kindness this morning.

Enjoy this day in the name of our Father !!!

wg

Its all abut the shop now !!!

2010-04-01T06:24:00.003+01:00

Morning Everyone:

Another month has flew by. I was blessed last Monday. To have a local lady offer me some space in her "Alteration shop" To show case some of my Nature photo-art. I was beyond excited. A quality space is something I have been looking for forever!!

For us we have a two sided Vision....

The Nature based photo-art.. Will be the main stay of the High Street. While also serving as a point for portrait clients to consult with us, and view their images done from a previous photo session!!

We will still offer our Commercial clients...The same quality Outdoor related imagery, for websites, brochures, presentations & promotionals !!!

Please have a look and see what other stuff we are up to. We are steady trying to build something of quality!!
Check our new site for specials and events !!

wg

2010-03-31T07:05:00.001+01:00

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Starting a major new chapter for me !!!

2010-03-29T07:45:00.002+01:00

Morning Everyone:

This week starts a new and awesome chapter for me. I have found a little place in one of the village's local shops. Where the owner is going to allow me to put up and display, some of my Nature based photography. As well as a few other products of mine.

I will also be doing consults for those who want either Family Portraits, Children Portraits, Photos for couples, Engagement Pictures. Do you have a Prom coming up ? Are you a High School Senior soon to graduate? Come talk to us, to help bring your dream to life !!

I have to say it was a crazy task for me actually selecting the ones that I want to go up for now. Hey but like everything else as a photographer, its all about learning something new!!

Just for the record. I will have a small space in what is known as the "Alterations Shop" on the HIgh Street # 37A in Lakenheath Suffolk. post code IP27 9DS.

Give me a couple of days to start getting situated, then by all means stop in and see what I'm doing !!!

I hope your going to have a great Monday too !!!

Something about my Work.... Click the page myart

wg

2010-03-27T05:15:00.001Z

Spring Time photos
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2010-03-26T13:06:00.001Z

My new art gallery
http://ping.fm/nVYBw

2010-03-23T10:33:00.001Z

Location Portraits
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Time to start working some Location styled portraits!

2010-03-22T10:19:00.003Z

Morning everyone:

Its another nice morning here in Suffolk. I really want to get out there and shoot portraits. We have some specials coming up for Mother's & Father's day if you are interested. Have a look here

Here is a portrait to show our style !!!

Becoming more of a Publisher.

2010-03-21T22:24:00.002Z

While reading tonight. I came across an article that stopped me in my tracks. It basically said that static websites, will be replaced by sites that allow for more engaging between the Client and the creative person. I guess this is no surprise to most, as we all know that social media is changing the way we engage.

As a publisher its all about coming up with content that people can use . So come Monday I will start bloging , more about the "Outdoor photography " that I enjoy so much!!

I'll work my best to keep the ideas original !!!

wg

2010-03-21T07:07:00.001Z

My Dad's creative passion!
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2010-03-20T20:29:00.001Z

How do you find your Inspirations !!
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2010-03-20T10:19:00.001Z

My Dream
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2010-03-19T10:22:00.001Z

Working your Gift!
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2010-03-18T19:29:00.001Z

Where do you find Inspiration?
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2010-03-17T12:05:00.001Z

A new face to help promote your business or product !!
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2010-03-17T12:03:00.001Z

Nature can heal !!
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2010-03-17T12:00:00.001Z

Are you a Painter?
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2010-03-16T10:50:00.001Z

For the love of Creating !

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