New Boys at Ernst & Young Jump for Joy

Recent corporate shot for Ernst & Young which appeared in Scotland on Sunday yesterday along with the following text:

'NORMALLY when companies send out photographs to accompany announcements about their latest hires, they're highly professional, but, some might say, slightly boring compositions.

Ernst & Young in Scotland surprised Barfly when it sent through a snap that looked like the subjects had just finished their exams, announced a comeback tour or even won the lottery.

Apparently spurred on by female cheers from street level, E&Y's new team, including lead partner for financial services in Scotland Peter Wallace, adopted some highly unusual poses during a recent photo shoot.

A spokesperson for the firm declined to comment on whether Peter Ames' stripey socks marked him out as the hell-raiser of the group.'

The Jewel of Fife

Great property in the lovely village of Aberdour in Fife photographed for Scotland on Sunday's AtHome magazine.

Amazing terraced gardens with a fantastic view over the Firth of Forth, although the day I visited it was so misty that I couldn't even see the sea.

If you are interested, the property is also listed on the ESPS website here.

The Past Reclaimed

This recent commission for Scotland on Sunday's AtHome magazine featured a 260 year old historic house in the village of Culross which has been lovingly restored by Samantha Kerr and husband Robin.

Transition Town

Portraits of three members of the North Howe Transition Toun in Fife which is trying to reduce the amount of oil used in their daily lives. Photographs for Scotland on Sunday Spectrum Magazine.

RoadKill Milliner

James Faulkener, Edinburgh based milliner who makes head wear from roadkill.

"I was walking with my friend and we saw a dead magpie on the road. She jokingly said I should use it and I thought, that's not a bad idea".

Photographed for Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine.

Scotland on Sunday Eligibles 2010 Party

Scotland on Sunday Eligibles 2010 party at The Caves Edinburgh. Were you there?
See all the photographs here.
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Fisherman's Friend

The third commission for the Nick Nairn Cookschool Spectrum Magazine food spread features a lovely fish pie. At this time of year, comfort food will go down well with the whole family. Want to give it a go? The recipe is here.
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Offaly Good Food Photography

The second batch of photographs commissioned by Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine for the Nick Nairn Cook School food spread. This week sees the team preparing Braised Oxtail with winter vegetables. Once classed as offal, Oxtail, if cooked correctly can make the base of a perfect stew.

The full recipe is here.
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Gallic Charm at the Barley Bree

Nestled in the village of Muthill just south of Crieff is the Barley Bree, a restaurant with rooms owned by French chef Fabrice Bouteloup and his wife Alison. Photographed for Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine.

Definitely one on my list to go back and visit for the weekend sometime this year.
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Hungry Yet?

These photographs are first in a series commissioned by Spectrum Magazine for the regular food column by Scottish chef Nick Nairn. The photographs illustrate a step by step guide to home cooking. This series focused Thai food using the theme of airline food, combining Scottish beef with a Thai recipe. You can follow the recipe here.





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La Favorita

La Favorita Italian restaurant on Leith Walk, Edinburgh. Photographed for Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine.
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A Little Bit of Joy

The 2009 Christmas Card which was originally a commission from Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine last year and appeared on the front cover of the magazine.

A very Merry Christmas to present and future clients and warm wishes for 2010.
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Santa's Little Helper

Gillian Burke, owner of Ollie & Forbes photographed for Scotland on Sunday's Spectrum Magazine. Ollie & Forbes is a new online retailer based in Edinburgh specialising in contemporary children's toys presented in jute bags.
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American Activist

American activist, new-media guru, imposter, investigative journalist, culture-jamming artist, environmental protester, author, researcher and film-maker, Mike Bonanno photographed in Dundee. Read Mike's story here. Photographed for Scotland on Sunday Spectrum Magazine.
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A Stitch in Time

Feature for Spectrum Magazine on three Edinburgh dressmakers Rowan Joy McIntosh, Gwenyth Paterson and Katherine Walker, all part of a new trend of people designing, sewing and customising their own fashions. Full article here.
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JOLOMO

Scottish artist Jolomo also known as John Lowrie Morrison photographed near his studio on the island of Mull. Read the Scotland on Sunday feature here. Visit the Jolomo Foundation website.

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In The Zone

Contemporary kitchen extension to a Victorian Villa in The Grange, Edinburgh. Designed by Zone Architects.
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Osso Restaurant

Osso - a contemporary cafe and restaurant in the Border town of Peebles. Review here. Photographed for Scotland on Sunday. Visit RobMcDougall.com

Harvey Nichols Shoot

Harvey Nichols spring / summer collection 2009. Photographed for Scotland on Sunday Spectrum Magazine. Visit RobMcDougall.com

Sound Advice

Feature in Spectrum Magazine on tinnitus sufferers which include Alan Sharp, Cher and Ozzy Osbourne. Read the article here.
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