Ready Steady Cook Westmeath Style The Event

Co. Westmeath Tourism Ltd. was delighted with a full house at their recent Ready, Steady Cook Westmeath Style event. There was a great buzz around Belvedere House on Wednesday 4th November as a large number of foodies gathered to watch exciting cook offs between chefs representing restaurants from all over the county.(www.athlone.ie)

The overall aim of this exciting new food event was to promote local restaurants. The emphasis was on supporting local businesses and to drive business into the restaurants. Each ticket holder received €160 worth of restaurant vouchers to use. All participating restaurants offered a fantastic array of mouth watering tastings prior to the show.Said Rhona Rogers, Tourism Development Officer.

Below are some images from the night. I really enjoyed shooting this event. Every dish looked delicious!

Above is Trio of Rabbit from Bloomfield House Hotel

Roast Loin and Rack of Rabbit wrapped in Pancetta, Pan-seared Kidney with a Herb Crust, Celeriac

Puree, Baby Spinach with Wild Mushroom & a Red Wine Reduction

Above is Gourmet Beef Burger from Hodson Bay Hotel

Ready Steady Cook Westmeath Style

I was commissioned by Westmeath Tourisim to shoot some local Mullingar & Athlone chefs for the Ready Steady Cook Event which is taking place on the 4th Nov in Belvedere House Mullingar. The aim of this project is to support local businesses and producers and also offer an entertaining night to people.

Kenagh Fashion Show

The fashion show which was held in St Dominic's Community Centre on 10th Nov 2009, was a great success. The show attracted a large crowd which was fantastic for the Sticky Fingers Community Childcare Centre as all the proceeds went towards their facilities. Below is Patricia Harrision (left) organiser of the event and Mary Clare Greally (right) of Shannonside Radio who ran the commentary for the show

This is Ruth modeling a beautiful dress from Suss it out from Longford town. A stunning outfit for Christmas.

                         Emma looks stunning in this vibrant blue jacket  from Suss it out also
Here we have beautiful model Emily wearing a nice casual outfit for the winter.
Maeve wowed the crowd with her stunning outfits and excellent modeling skills
More of the beautiful models from the night

Irish Air Ambulance Fashion Show

Organisers both Melissa and Paula got a fantastic turnout on the 25th Oct 2009. The event was organised to raise funds for the Irish Air Ambulance.  There were 28 models in total who were indulged in a exciting make over. Clothes were modeled from local shops in Longford town.

                          Here we have Melissa preparing Josephine's hair for the show
This shot is of Kelly O'Dowd a make up artist from Longford whom did a beautiful job on the models make - up. ( see link to her site )

Below are photographs of some of the beautiful women and men who modeled for the event.

Here we have Miss Longford Nicky Byrne modeling a beautiful green dress. Make up done by Kelly O'Dowd.

Debs 2009 Photoshoot

Hi guys, here's a peep at some of the shots I took for a debs in Mullingar, Westmeath. I went to Zoe's house and photographed her and her friends before they departed on their night out. They look stunning! Don't they?


Zoe looks stunning here! She is also a very talented make up artist! Her make-up is flawless! If you need any make-up done, Zoe is the girl to call

Zoe and her Granny a picture of happiness I would say!

Emma looks elegant in this shot. I always try to bring colour into a photograph it make a huge difference as you can see here!

This shot was taken in Zoes front lawn, I basically set up the scene, brought out the flower pots for colour and the bench for sitting. The shot looks more relaxed this way for large groups.

Real Madrid Photoshoot

Hi, guys hope your all well. Last week was very exciting for me. Hu O'Reilly telephoned me asking me would I assist him on a job which involved photographing the Real Madrid foot ball team training, at conferences and biggest part of the job was to do a group shot of the whole football  team together. It was an great job to work on, got to meet all the players even got a shot with Ronaldo which Hu took for me. Here's a glimpse of the lads and myself. Enjoyed it a lot. Thanks Hu.

Ronaldo and I        photographed by Hu O'Reilly

Gabriel Heinze and I

photographed by Clare - Frances Cassells

photographed by Clare - Frances Cassells

Rakee&Derek_Wedding

Here's a few images from Rakee and Derek's big day in July.  There reception was in Clontarf castle.

                                                   Daddy reading over his speeches!
A lot of laughter as you can see!

                                                   Unexpected moments are the best!

The ceremony was amazing, everyone was in dressed in beautiful colourful outfits and in great moods!


The bride looked fabulous in her outfit. Her hair and make-up was amazing too. She looked like a real princess!

Linda&Ross Wedding

Hi guys, Just giving you a little info about Linda and Ross wedding on the 3rd July 2009. It was in the Lady Chapel Maynooth, followed by the reception in the The fabulous K Club in Kildare. There were an absolute delight to photograph and there were blessed with the weather. Cheers guys I had a great day!

                        Ross is a lover of fishing, his best man set this one up! Good man Paul!

I always try to photograph the bride alone, it makes a big difference in the couples album. (as for the groom also)

Here I was shooting with my most loved lens the 70 - 200. As I can stand from a distance and capture the couple as they are. I love capturing those precious moments that only the couple know what it was about!

                                       Here's the married couple driving into The K Club

                              Here's Paul and Ross getting ready, there having a great laugh!


Here beautiful Linda is getting her make-up applied. I love the getting ready shots. There's always so much excitement in the room!