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The first Kart & Motor Club Hillclimb of the year was held at Les Val des Terres in splendid sunshine... that gets a thumbs up from me!

There was a good sized entry and a handful of new records. That deserves another thumbs up!

I wasn't able to spend as much time at the 'Terres due to other photo jobs but there was still a chance to enjoy some quality motorsport.

When I chat to people less familiar with the local motorsport scene (in fact this can be said about any of the other sports that take place here) I feel that I have to remind them how impressive the quality of organization and performances are when you remember that our population is only equivalent to a small UK town.

I guarantee that no UK community of our size could produce a turnout like the one at the hill on Bank Holiday Monday.

We definitely punch above our weight!

Follow this link to view the latest Gallery:
CLICK TO VIEW THE LATEST GK&MC HILLCLIMB PICS

Well it's safe to say that Guernsey is buzzing again with action and entertainment!

I've had a non-stop weekend but its been fantastic fun in the Sun.

Everything has revolved around taking pics at twelve different events.... so the edit has begun!

Us Guerns have been taking full advantage of our Covid free Island and the variety of entertainments, sports, attractions and scenery available to enjoy in the sun is really something special!

NEVER let it be said that there is NOTHING to do!!

For starters I've added the GVC Frie Baton Long Circuit pics. They can be viewed here:
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE GVC FRIE BATON ROAD RACE

KGV was alive with youthful energy, excitement and passion for the game of football when the Rangers Super Seven Tournament hit the turf... and all weather pitches.

I was assigned to capture some of the action and atmosphere for the Guernsey Press. This was the most enjoyable job for me. The only disappointment was that I had a full list of assignments meaning there was a very limited time slot to complete the work.

However with games lasting just eight minutes it really was none-stop action!

This gallery displays my pics...
CLICK TO VIEW THE RANGERS SUPER SEVEN GALLERY

The Guernsey Together Festival owes its existence to the Covid-19 virus.

'Normal' life in 2020 through 2021 was heavily affected and restricted by the outbreak of Covid-19 and as time passed we all yearned for the return to whatever was important to each of us.

For many this meant enjoying live music and the social scene that surrounds it.

So the Guernsey Together Festival was born.

The first Guernsey Together Festival was a sell-out and was blessed with great weather. I was a bit skeptical about how this new festival, which only came about as a 'reaction' to the Covid-19 lock-down, would turn out.

But in the end it was a great success with just a few teething problems. All the line-up was made up of local bands and truly showcased the depth of talent we have here in Guernsey.

But what about 2022? Will there be a need for big name headliners if this festival is to grow and find a permanent place on the calendar?

I've added the first two Galleries featuring the festival atmosphere and the Dance Tent.

Check back later to see the Main Stage bands.
CLICK TO VIEW THE GUERNSEY TOGETHER FESTIVAL GALLERIES

Round 5 of the Guernsey Kart & Motor Club Kart championship saw one of the best entries for some time. When you get twelve Rotax Senior Max karts starting a race the excitement levels rise along with the noise!

Karting seems to be entering another 'golden period' and I think that the building momentum is going to generate even more interest.

Even a photographer can feel reinvigorated by the increase in action! I hope you like the gallery of pics that can be viewed by clicking the link below. Hopefully you agree that they illustrate some of the close racing.

Sadly I had a busy agenda on Sunday which restricted how long I could spend at The Track. But there will be a next time.

Please remember that I put my pictures online for your enjoyment. Hopefully you understand that they are not there simply for people to copy. Photography is my income.

If you want friends to view pics of your racing just send them a web link to the pics. That way you can share them with others and I at least get another click on my website views, thanks.

There is also a Buy Now button (a gentle reminder!)
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF AN EXCITING KART MEETING

The GMC&CC organized two busy days of Hillclimbing at Les Val des Terres on the 2nd and 3rd of May 2021. Whilst conditions weren't perfect due to a chilly wind there were many PB's recorded together with new Class records.

Inevitably with two full days of racing and a large entry of competitors across all Classes there was opportunity to take many, many pics. The number might very well be a PB record of my own!!

These Galleries feature my two days work....
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2-DAY HILLCLIMB

In the 'long gone' days when I had a social life a Sunday morning was sure to see me rise with a hangover after a heavy Saturday night. Back then an early morning fresh, biting and chilly northerly wind would have been welcomed. Indeed it would have been just what the Doctor ordered.

However as time has passed I no longer (at least rarely) need such 'medicine' on a Sunday. It is far more likely that at 6am I am tucked up cozily in bed and reluctant to move!

But thankfully I'm still invigorated and motivated by what I do... that's taking pics if you haven't noticed! to find the will to go out searching for the latest sporting action whatever the weather.

So I was wrapped up against the wind when I was down on the west coast to photograph the GVC Road Race on the Coudre Circuit.

My pics of the event are now online here:
CLICK HERE TO VIEW MY PICS OF THE GVC COUDRE CIRCUIT ROAD RACE

I was asked by the Guernsey Press to photograph the vigil that was held in Market Square, Guernsey, remembering Sarah Everard and all women who have suffered from abuse, domestic violence and harassment.

Hundreds of Islanders supported this peaceful event. A number of individuals stood up in front of the crowd and bravely described some of their experience of abuse.

The evening had a powerful message and in some ways was shocking.

The highly personal nature of some of the stories left no-one in any doubt that our society... yes I'm talking about Guernsey too, must work harder to understand the problems, educate the population and show greater understanding and support to all victims of all forms of abuse and prejudice.

I've added a small gallery of my pics taken on the night as I have been requested to. However the pics are in a password protected Gallery so you will just need to contact me if you wish to view them.

The Gallery is here:
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PICS OF THE SARAH EVERARD VIGIL

2020 was a year like no other... please don't press replay!

With events of all genres being cancelled around the world there was a period when we feared and expected The Vale Earth Fair would also become a victim of the Covid pandemic.

But Guernsey worked hard to overcome some of the worst effects of the virus and was able to take advantage of our Island situation by closing the borders to all but essential visitors. This enabled us to return to a fairly 'normal' life!

The Vale Earth Collective soon saw a unique opportunity to organize one of the very few Music Festivals to take place in 2020... IN THE WORLD!!!

But this amazing achievement needed some new thinking. Instead of the usual visiting headline acts the 2020 Vale Earth Fair was going to have to look within our Island for all the acts.

Over the years this Festival has grown to offer five different stages - both big and small - so you'd imagine that it was going to be a challenge to find fifty+ acts in the small Island of Guernsey... but no.

Everyone here who enjoys the live music scene during a normal year knows that there is a massive depth of local talent playing week in, week out. So the acts were booked and we were lined up for a very special (Internationally) music festival.

Perhaps the one unanswered question was 'would the locals turn out to support a festival without the visiting headline acts?'

But there was no need for the worry as when the day started in bright sun the punters turned up in huge numbers and they appreciated how lucky they were to be able to enjoy meeting friends, having a drink and listening to the talented lineups on each stage.

In the end the 2020 VEF turned out to be a special vintage. Well done to all those who made it happen. Thank you.

Now you may be wondering why my coverage of the 2020 VEF has only just been added to the galleries? Well, that's a long story so will have to wait for another Blog!

You can view the Gallery by following this link:
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 VALE EARTH FAIR

Whatever 'your thing' is it is likely that some of your best memories have been made whilst participating in an event, sport or endeavor.

As you will see if you spend a few moments (could easily run to hours!) scanning my picture galleries I have photographed hundreds and hundreds of different occasions.

I'm grateful that I've been able to sell many of my pics featured in the galleries and many sales are of traditional prints... always a good choice, and the bigger the better if you want to enjoy the detail.

But the modern world seems to favour the Digital version of an image. This does make sense of course as you can load the pic onto your phone and you can carry it with you everywhere.

But I want to try and tempt you if you are considering buying a couple of pics. Maybe you should consider selecting a few favorites and let me design a Framed Montage for you.

The end result - after you OK my design - is an impressive image that will hang on the wall to remind you of that 'special moment'. You will see extra detail in your Montage and everyone else can see it too.

If I've tempted you there is an easy process to ordering your very own custom designed Montage.

When you see a pic that you would like in your montage just select it using the option in the Buy Now button below each pic. Make sure that you choose your preferred 'Main' picture first then simply use the 'add to Montage' button to build the Montage.

The most successful and popular designs usually include five or nine pics but I'll try any design you favour. After I make a design you will be emailed a proof for you to OK.

So next time you are thinking about buying a couple of pics remember to consider ordering a Montage. The end result could be much more memorable!

If you need a little inspiration follow this link to see some of my previous Montage designs:
CLICK TO VIEW SOME PREVIOUS MONTAGE DESIGNS

As we keep our fingers crossed that in (maybe) two weeks time life can return to a ‘New Normal’ in Guernsey I can reveal what some of you have been doing during Lockdown v2 together with a special offer on my pictures.

Firstly I’d like to thank those of you who have been visiting my website as it has logged millions of new picture views since January! The running total now exceeds 31 MILLION!

The way I analyze this is to reckon that surfing the web has helped fill a few of your empty hours... it has certainly worked for me! We all know that the novelty of being free of the 9 to 5 job soon wears off!

I also think that some of the visitors have wanted to reminisce about the good times... when life went along unrestricted. A stroll through my picture galleries reveals so many of your enjoyable moments playing Sports and attending Gigs and social events that maybe the pics have helped ease some of your Lockdown frustrations?

So as a thank you for the massive interest in my work I’ve decided to (prematurely) celebrate the better times ahead by offering new discounts on the sales of multiple items from my galleries... Anything from 10% to 25% OFF!

The offer is for Framed Prints, Bevel Mounted Prints, Standard Prints and Digital Files. If you place any order online the discount is automatically deducted as you complete the sale in the Shopping Cart.

So THANKS AGAIN for the continued interest in my work. I'll see you again as soon as we are released!

It was great for riders & photographers to be out having fun on a dry day... and about time too!

The Guernsey Velo Club had a good entry for their MTB XC event at Le Guet. A long course had been marked out and this made full use of the slippery slopes and challenged the endurance of all competitors.

This is a link to the new gallery which showcases some of my pics of the racing.
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE GVC MTB XC RACING

Whilst I'm on here I'd like to thank the many regular visitors to this website as you have enabled me to crack 30,000,000 (THIRTY MILLION!) views. This milestone clocked up just before Christmas.

Since then another HALF A MILLION views have been registered which is pretty special.

Once again thanks a lot.

It was a meeting between the old guard and the young guns that bought out the fans on a dry afternoon between Christmas and the New Year at Footes Lane 2020.

We were all grateful that the heavy showers of the past few days stayed away to allow this special confrontation to take place between the Guernsey FC Originals squad versus the Guernsey FC Newbies 'Young Guns'.

The final result was balanced on a 2-2 draw however I think the youngsters went home having had a lesson in keeping hold of the desire to win... right until the final whistle.

They may have been expecting the oldies to loose some pace at the end of the game but in my judgment it was the Originals who looked most likely to snatch the win.

Bad luck guys.... from another oldie!

I've added a Gallery featuring some of the action:
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE GFC ORIGINALS v GFC NEWBIES

Last year, after celebrating 50 years since the very start of Autocross Banger racing in Guernsey with a special race meeting in St Sampsons harbour, the Guernsey Autocross Club reached another 50th milestone on the first of November 2020 when it organized a race meeting at Chouet Beach.

These sands have now been the home of Autocross ever since the Club moved here 50 YEARS ago.

I think full credit and respect should be given to this small Club and its dedicated team of organizers and racers... some of whom have been on this journey for most of its existence.

Inevitably over such a long period of time there have been challenges to overcome. However the passion for this cheap form of Motorsport, which I have to say often produces the best entertainment and spectacle, has meant we can count the Guernsey Autocross Club as one of Guernsey's most enduring.

Sadly we expect that it is unlikely that the Club will clock another 50 years as the fast changes being made to modern cars make them unsuitable and ironically far less reliable when faced with the very wet and sandy beach track.

But let's all keep enjoying this Sport whilst we can. Well done Guernsey Autocross Club and thanks for the enjoyment you bring.

I've added a new Gallery featuring the 50th anniversary racing:
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 50th YEAR OF AUTOCROSS AT CHOUET

It was great to be back photographing the racing up at the Motocross track at the Guernsey Kart & Motor Club 2-Day event.

The pleasant weather helped keep everyone smiling and the fact that we could do this without any Covid-19 restrictions was fantastic. The icing on the cake was that there was some great racing.

I spent two days around the track taking pics and I've added two extensive Galleries. I hope you like them.

To put these pics online I committed to two full days taking the pics plus a full day of editing. I put a lot of time into this.

Photography is how I make my living and it would be great if you can remember this. Maybe you can buy a pic or two rather than just copying them off the screen! You will help me with my beer money.

If you buy a Digital pic the file I supply is higher resolution than you see in the galleries and they don't have the horrible watermark. You also get to feel good for doing the right thing. Thanks

There are also many options to buy a print or canvas. Whilst some may think that a print is out of fashion I really believe you can't beat a nice big print for impact... but maybe I'm biased. :-)

Follow this link to view all the 2-Day Moto-X pics:
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 2-DAY MOTO-X MEETINGS

It's very hard to find any words to say after hearing the tragic news that Zef Eisenberg has lost his life in a high speed crash whilst chasing another speed record to add to his long list.

Speaking from Guernsey, the Island that he made his home, and as someone who has worked for him photographing some of his portfolio of properties, racing action and several Motor Sport promotion shots I know what an impact he had on the things that he had a passion for.

Zef never did things by half. He also never did anything other than at 'full speed'! He was a genuine 'Speed Freak'.

He will be remembered for his remarkable life where he was always looking forward. He had the ability to make an impact on anything he involved himself in.... from starting Maximuscle to breaking speed records to supporting the Guernsey Motor Sport scene and his charity work on the Saumarez Park children's playground. These things are his legacy.

Few of us will ever lead such a full life as Zef and the only consolation is that he didn't waste a minute of his 47 years.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family and friends.

I've added a couple of my pics of Zef to a gallery including this Montage that Zef commissioned.

They reflect my memories of him.
CLICK TO VIEW A COUPLE OF PICS OF ZEF EISENBERG

The Eighties Experience at Beau Sejour didn't hold back from giving the audience what they were hoping for... a fantastic evening of entertainment.

Everything from the layout of the stage, the excellent sound and lighting to a brilliant video running throughout the Fade2Grey set enhanced the experience for the punters.

It was clear in the video that the guys had used the Covid19 lock-down to raid the charity shop clothing rails for many changes of outfits.... or maybe this was just an insight into what they already had in their wardrobes?? Nick looked particularly good in that red dress!

Masters of the 80's Electro music scene Fade2Grey went the extra mile for this performance as they played their set in front of that impressive video backdrop which elevated the performance to be worthy of a bigger 'stadium'.... Footes Lane here we come next time!!!?

Take a look a my Galleries to see what I mean:
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 EIGHTIES EXPERIENCE

Following on from the 'Guernsey Together' Retro Festival at the Peninsular Hotel the 'Retro Tour' headed into St Peter Port and took over the old Flower Market for three more days of fun.

This venue has lots of character and offered a perfect backdrop to the Retro showcase.

The guys behind the Retro format have developed a massive following and seem to have identified a sector within the Guernsey music scene that wasn't being offered.

I find it fascinating and enjoyable to see such a wide mix of people renewing their love of live music and letting their hair (maybe a wig!) down.

Clearly there is room for a bit of nostalgia in our modern world and Guernsey folk prove once again that we know how to party.

These galleries show just a little of the fun and action at the 2020 Flower Market Retro Festival....
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 FLOWER MARKET RETRO FESTIVAL

I photographed another great new live music event organized by the Guernsey School of Popular Music yesterday evening.

This was the first Corporate Battle of the Bands and it was held on the big stage at Beau Sejour... and the acts certainly stepped up to the mark.

Five bands were given three songs to impress the judges panel and they covered a wide variety of musical genres with each producing a memorable performance.

But the evening was more than that. There was a fantastic and supportive atmosphere in the theater as the battle commenced. The audience enthusiastically got behind every band making the evening full of high energy!

Well done to all the bands from Butterfield, MSG, Ravenscroft, Garenne and Carey Olsen.

In the tradition of these things there could only be one winner and this year it was the Garenne band who picked up the trophy.

I've added these galleries featuring the evenings highlights....
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 CORPORATE BATTLE OF THE BANDS

Once again the Motorsport Seafront Sunday attracted huge crowds to enjoy the static displays, Supercar rides and the Motorsport Club's Twisty Sprint.

This years event was treated to perfect weather and that was all that was needed to bring islanders out in record numbers.

This Gallery displays some of the atmosphere and action...
CLICK TO VIEW PICS OF THE 2020 SEAFRONT SUNDAY