Graham Oakes Blog
Recommendations and Endorsements
Nothing gets more work, nothing gets your foot in the door, nothing you mail, e-mail blog or post about works better than a recommendation. A quick e mail to say
Photography is in my Blood!
I take photographs all of the time - it’s how I look at the world. My brain looks for pleasing shapes, striking shadows, strange reflections, beautiful colours. I often wander
Drama Divas – Plus Size Photoshoot – Birmingham
Start with a Gra-card! A willing assistant helps get the Colour Balance spot on, an essential start for colour accuracy, contrast and exposure for your Fashion Shoot. Behind the scenes
Media and Retail Photography, Birmingham Grand Central
I have prepared this montage of my recent shoot for Space and People - a regular client of the Commercial Photography Network [CPN]. It features the prestigious Lexus NX 300h. This
Review of Birmingham Photographer
Personal review of Birmingham Photographer Graham Oakes, by Nuttall PR. "I’ve had the pleasure of working with Graham for many years, on a variety of different projects – and on
Birmingham Onsite Photography to use Online
On site photography for international media company, BlowUP Media. The UK division regularly rely on members of the Commercial Photographers Network to photograph the growing number of sites across the
Exhibition Quality Photography – Birmingham
My portrait chosen to Exhibit at Millennium Point. It's been probably 10 years since entering a photo competition - so it gave me great pleasure to be chosen for inclusion
Food Industry Photography in Worcester
The right mix of ingredients brought together for this multi-national food protein manufacturer. Starting with a phone call from well respected and valued client - Juliet at Better PR, based
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