Suffolk Norfolk Luxury Lifestyle…

Decembers issue of Suffolk Norfolk Lifestyle Magazine.

John Kerrison, Photojournalist with the luxury lifestyle “Suffolk Norfolk life” magazine, recently interviewed Nick at the wonderful location of the Norfolk Broads.

Nick discussed his latest exploits and up-and-coming projects for 2022. The fabulous three page, in-depth interview features in the December 2021 issue of Suffolk Norfolk life, and essential print publication for all things occurring in East Anglia. The magazine includes places to visit, famous local faces, food and drink.

The monthly magazine is packed full of features about everything that makes Suffolk and Norfolk so special.

Visit: http://www.newsstand.co.uk or local Newsagents to purchase your copy.“it’s always good to hook up with my dear friend John. I’m so pleased with the feature absolutely wonderful. Thank you John Kerrison again it was good to see you.

Nick Elliott Rock Art Photographer

Q & A. Part 10…

Q1. What are your values for your photography and how do you measure and evaluate them?. (N. Rogers. U.K.)

A1. The values of my images are personally measured with integrity, honesty, authenticity and trust, based on my own known values of morality, integrity and ethics. However, my owns values are not subjected onto others, my images portray my own unique opinion within my own boundaries of creativity and art. (Nick Elliott)

Q2. Do you always see photographic opportunities wherever you go? (J. Brewer. London U.K.)

A2. Yes, pretty much. There is photographic opportunities out there wherever you look, but opportunities to create art are sometimes limited. It’s a representation of oneself, and what you see individually that sets us apart, it’s the opportunity to just take a picture of a moment, or create a piece of individual art, and all art is subjective. ( Nick Elliott)

Q3. I find your recent dark art project is quite intriguing and I’m looking forward to viewing the whole collection. Is this the direction your art is going in now? What about the fear of failure or rejection? (V. Huber. Manchester U.K.)

Q3. Yes it is the direction that my art is going. Creatively this is something that I have to explore which has previously been denied. Unfortunately the fear of failure and rejection is something every artist has to live with because it’s inevitable as art is so personal. If my art gives me satisfaction and evokes an emotion from its audience, wether that be positive or negative, then I feel I have achieved my goal. Art is designed to stir a broad range of emotions from its audience, from repulsion to inspiration. No art can be classed as rubbish, it’s just personal to the viewer wether they find it intriguing and captivating. (Nick Elliott)

Q4. What type of camera do you recommend for an amateur photographer? (J Snow Wales UK)

Q4. What ever one the photographer feels comfortable with. It’s a personal choice. The camera should be an extension of your body, considering balance, weight and even how you carry them. You can create a fantastic photo on one of the most inexpensive cameras, it’s all about your eye, the opportunity and the camera being an extension of you, and how comfortable and capable you are with using it which leads to proficiency. (Nick Elliott)

Q5. I’m struggling with my photography. I can’t seem to make the most of natural light and when I use the flash things look washed out. Have you any tips? (D. Rivers. Birmingham UK)

A5. They are probably washed out because they are overexposed. Shooting on manual brings its own problems, capturing natural light is a technique in itself. You need to know and understand how your camera reads natural light, all different makes of cameras read natural light differently. This is what makes film photography much more difficult than digital. Always shoot on manual, understand your cameras capabilities and bracket your shot. Experiment with lots of different natural light situations and practice. This is all part of the creativity and fun of photography. Hope this helps. (Nick Elliott)

Nick thanks you for all your questions. He will answer all questions that are sent. If you have a question for him please submit it to Benicebond@icloud.com

Lockdown at elliottstudios….

During this extremely challenging time, what has nick been doing at elliottstudios? Well, he’s been busier than ever, preparing the upgrade of elliottstudios and cramming the online shop with never before seen images of all your favourite music legends.

Nick has been post producing hundreds of images for his forthcoming books and final projects. As his project with Ed Graham and the legendary Earl Slick draw to a close, Nick has been shortlisting images and sending them for publication.

Nick has also been meticulously planning the release of the first of several conceptual dark art projects, and is in negotiations with galleries regarding exhibitions interviews and TV appearances across the UK, USA and Europe.

“It’s an exciting time, it’s a busy time and I’ve definitely knocked my pipe out!” Nick elliott rock art photographer

During the last two years Nick has been honing down his culinary expertise and has had a chance during lockdown to become quite a connoisseur of his favourite dishes.

“I make a mean rock ‘n’ roll chilli. It has several secret ingredients, one of which is a bottle of JB! Let’s face it any chilli is fucking Rock n’ Roll after a bottle of JB!”

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Nick is also missing his partner, Benice Bond during lockdown.

“Benice is a frontline worker on Intensive Care, so we are individually self isolating to keep everyone safe, and haven’t seen each other during the lockdown. Thank god for face time and phone sex!!,,

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Nick has also found time to pick up an old friend…. He’s black Fender guitar…Nick has been knocking out some tunes and waiting for a vacancy with the Hollywood vampires.

“These challenging and difficult times won’t last forever. Stay in and stay safe. Be kind to one another and let’s all meet up healthy and happy when this is all over”

Nick Elliott Rock Art Photographer…

Nick has also been in negotiations with TV directors who want to make a one hour rockumentary about his life and his rise to world renowned rock art photographer. Filming starts on this exciting new project next week in various locations around North Norfolk. Look out for him on location!

“This is a great opportunity to work with some amazing people. It’s wonderful to reminisce about times gone by, I didn’t realise I had so many stories to tell!”

“Stay safe, stay well and see you on the other side mutherfuckers!!!”

Nick Elliott Rock Art photographer…

Why? Because It’s A Cameo!

Last year, Nick was invited to Pinewood Studios for a cameo appearance in the video for the fabulous new single, Why, from Gary Curtis and Anne Nolan.

The single is available for download from July 4th but the video is out now and looking, and sounding, wonderful.

So take a peek now…and don’t forget to look out at 29 and 1.09 for Nick!

Watch Why on YouTube

Featured Image – January 16

This month’s featured image is The Hairy Bikers.

Remember, contact Nick if you’d like to commission him.

The Hairy Bikers 2015

Shooting Planet Rockstock 2015

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For those of you who aren’t aware, Nick is the official photographer for the greatest rock radio station on the air…Planet Rock….and he spent last weekend shooting their third rock festival, Planet Rockstock 2015, in Trecco Bay, Wales.

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Shooting Planet Rockstock 2014

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For those of you who aren’t aware, Nick is the official photographer for the greatest rock radio station on the air…Planet Rock….and he spent last weekend shooting their second rock festival, Planet Rockstock 2014, in Trecco Bay, Wales.

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If Every Day Was Like Christmas

With actress Charlie Evan

OK, we’re early, but the Christmas video Nick guested in at the legendary Pinewood Studios last year for British Country Music Award winner Gary Curtis has just been re-released with additional scenes.

If Every Day Was Like Christmas features Nick in a cast of celebrities including: actor Paul Barber (Denzil in Only Fools and Horses); singer Anne Nolan (formerly of The Nolans); actress Sally Geeson (of the Carry On films); and Brian Murphy (George in Man About The House), amongst others.

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Shooting Planet Rockstock

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For those of you who aren’t aware, Nick is the official photographer for the greatest rock radio station on the air…Planet Rock….and he spent the whole of this weekend shooting their inaugural rock festival, Planet Rockstock!

And what a weekend it was with Hawkwind, Uriah Heep, The Temperance Movement, The Quireboys, Fish, Snakecharmer and FM amongst the line-up.

Nick produced some fabulous images, as always, so if you want to enjoy the event from afar or see what Nick got up to, follow the links below….

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It’s All For Charity, Folks!

2013-10-21 11.18.07The first video from Nick’s shoot at the legendary Pinewood Studios last month has just been edited and is all set for release on 24th November.

If Every Day Was Like Christmas is the latest single from British Country Music Award winner Gary Curtis and features Nick amongst a cast of celebrities in aid of raising money for Cancer Research UK.

Joining Nick in the video are: actor Paul Barber (Denzil in Only Fools and Horses); singer Anne Nolan (formerly of The Nolans); actress Sally Geeson (of the Carry On films); and Brian Murphy (George in Man About The House), amongst others.

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Shooting The Planet (Rock)

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Planet Rock’s Wyatt with Nick

For quite a few years now, Nick has been the official photographer for the fabulous Planet Rock radio and this week he was asked to engage in a very special shoot.

For reasons that will become clear next week, the subject of the shoot was top-secret but we had a wonderful time catching up with the guys at the station and meeting new friends to boot!

We’ll bring you news of what the shoot was about shortly but, in the meantime, here are a few shots from the day….

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Two of the Big 4 in action

Take a look Nick’s images of two of the Big 4 shot at Sonisphere last weekend.

Here’s Metallica and Slayer in action on Planet Rock’s website: http://t.co/cV5UplC