The New Year started with some fantastically, picturesque weather, all the snow and ice have provided some beautiful stock photography.

It is a nice to reflect back, last year saw the addition of some great new clients including Morrisons Magazine and Dorothy Wightman Interior Design. Not to mention a whole host of interesting shoots for existing clients such as The Goodlife Cottage Co, Quaker Tapestry and Boutique Getaways.

It is lovely to see my photographs in use, wherever that may be. Last year I had the pleasure of seeing my work published in magazines, greetings cards and now in a book for the Quaker Tapestry, designed by Cactus Creative. The Stitch Book is a step by step guide to the Quaker embroidery stitches.

The other big news last year was joining The Garden Picture Library. Stock imagery has long been part of my business and a part I really enjoy. I am updating my greetings card stock CD this Spring so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like a copy.

ABOVE RIGHT Howe Farm, a charming Boutique Getaways holiday cottage, take a look at www.howefarm.com

BELOW RIGHT A shot from the new Stitch Book from Quaker Tapestry.

© LUCY BARDEN Photography - Commercial Photographer working in Cumbria & Lancashire