Graham Oakes Blog
Midlands Photographer for Mercedes Shoot
As long-term clients of my UK wide Network of Commercial Photographers, we are always happy to drive off to a new shoot for Lookers - the multi-brand and multi-site automotive
Food Photography for Marketing in Birmingham
Food Photography is one of the most challenging disciplines that I tackle as it can encompass so many looks - a huge variety of styles and presentation. I can shoot
Professional Photography for Team Building in Coventry
If you're planning a Company Fun Day or Team-Building exercise then its great to get professional coverage of your event. Memorable meaningful memories of the experience will make the day
Interior Photography Shoot at Thomasland, Tamworth!
Drayton Manor photography shoot for commercial interior photography commission. It was great fun to visit the park in Tamworth this time without kids in tow... Having been commissioned by International Flooring
Portrait Photography for Professionals
The first job you get from a new client is always great! A second and third really affirm that they were right to go with you, like your style, love
Photography for Advertising Campaigns
Cavell Nurses - Advertising Photography Graham recently shot the prestigious Advertising Campaign using a mix of models and extras. The shoot took place at Birmingham’s Royal Orthopaedic Hospital. Cavell Nurses’
Ben Harad Studio Photoshoot
Top-end Eastern Fashion House, Ben Harad contacted local photographer Graham Oakes, Birmingham to shoot the banner headline shots for their new enhanced website. With the shop in Coventry Road we
A Narrow Escape on our Bed Photoshoot…
Two commissions for bed retailers here. The first client had over 30 beds to be photographed, on location. I used long shot, close ups and detail shots all at several
Model and Acting Portfolio Shoot, Birmingham
This portfolio shoot was for actor Philip Houghton. It was great to hear that we came to him highly recommended by Karin Heslop of Mouthpiece Management. These Urban Images and headshots
Holland and Barratt Opening
This photography shoot was for ThisIsPegasus the specialist Healthcare Communications Agency. They got in touch with Oakes Studios to cover the opening of their New Holland & Barrett store in Coventry
You’ll Be Floored by Oakes Photography!
Amtico International - British Flooring Manufacturer location photography shoot, Coventry, West Midlands London Media and PR agents for Amtico International commissioned me to photograph their brand new, 7 Acre Training
Crufts 2018
This was a half day Location and Public Relations event for Frontline Pet Care, organised and handled by Zeno Communications - London, located at Crufts International Dog Show - the largest
Millennium Point Scholarship Awards
The Millennium Point Scholarship awards one student each year with a free STEM degree at Birmingham City University’s Faculty of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment. The scholarship is part
What I did on Your Summer Holidays!
While the sun has been blazing - the middle month of this year has seen an amazingly diverse range of photographic commissions come my way. They include: An engaging Lifestyle
Splendid Showcase Cinema Shoot
The main image (above) shows the Showcase Cinemas Marketing Manager outlining his vision for the launch event photography shoot in Coventry, West Midlands to Photographer, Graham Oakes and Sam Ruffle of