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Geoff Carruthers Photography

A little about me.....

Thanks for stopping by my new site. The old site was getting tired so I moved to a blog format vs a "flashy" image site. So a little about me. I reside in Hamilton with my wife and children. Similar to you, we are a pretty busy family with lots of running around. Both our children are active in after school sports which you will see reflected in my photography. 

I have been shooting for over 25 years, with a major focus in the last 5 years. I have a dual carerer. I am a Director of Marketing for a large consumer packaged goods company in Canada and I also have my photography business. Though you might not see the direct relation at first, there is one. The years of experience in the CPG industry has provided me with a extensive knowledge of product development and positioning in the retail world. I use this experience within my photography business as it allows me to choose products that fit todays style and have the appropriate costing. The product lines and the print options I provide are built on a simple guideline: Good:Better:Best. 

You need to make sure your choices are aligned with your budget and your specific needs. 

INVESTMENT IN THE BUSINESS

I also  am pleased to provide you a modern and simple on line system for proofing and ordering your prints and my services. I believe this is the most consumer friendly photography site in the area. Please look for the link "Geoff's Online Store" on my BLOG. The other investment which I have made is in the leasing of a shooting space at The Imperial Cotton Center in Hamilton. When choosing your photographer look to see what investments they have made in their business,including equipment. You want the security of these investments behind your choice of services.  

If you have any questions please feel free to call me or drop me an email. 

Geoff

 

 


 

Category Archives: Portrait work

Help Portrait|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

The smartest $30 you’ll spend this holiday season, as announced on my facebook page , I am organizing a fundraising event in the community on Dec 12th.
The concept is simple:
A group of photographers are donating their time to shoot you, in return we are requesting a donation of $30 which will go to a local...

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Family Portraits|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

I have shot Vinnie and his mom and dad a few times over the past few years. In fact his mom’s maternity shoot was one of my first a few years ago . Today we met @ 270 Sherman for a quick session for a few family images.

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Colleen & Brian’s Engagement Session|Hamilton Wedding Photographer Geoff Carruthers’

Well this afternoon I took off to Guelph to meet up with Colleen and Brian for their Engagement Session.I would call this a cross border engagement as Colleen is Canadian and Brian is American. They met at the University of Purdue where they are both studying. They will be married next year in Guelph, Colleens...

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Nurse Family Birthday|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

I had the pleasure of shooting a fantastic family function last night at Liuna Station. It was the 80th birthday of Areil Nurse. His family put on the event at one of Hamilton’s most beautiful facilities. Alot of family flew in from the United States for this special event.
Mr.Nurse’s event was a surprise party but...

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West Hamilton Soccer Club|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

Shot the final game of the season for the West Hamilton Soccer Club this afternoon. It was a very good game by both teams.

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Magazine Covers|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

These are super cool, I took the previous posts shoot and dropped a few of the images into a magazine template. The header needs to be changed but I was pressed for time….tell me what you think ?

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Casting Call|Hamilton Photographer Geoff Carruthers

Sounds kinda goofy but it got your attention. I am looking for a model for a quick shoot this weekend. The location will be in the area of of hwy 53,
Two locations:
1.Glanscaster road : old barn on the side of the road
2.Hwy 53 and fidlers green road area: farmer field with tall grass.
Using: off camera...

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Soccer Portraits|Hamilton Ontario Photograper Geoff Carruthers

Met John and his daughters tonight at STM for a quick 1/2 hour photoshoot on the soccer field. I wanted to use a specific set up using two flashes to over power the sun. What this does is create a darker background and highlights the subject. I ran the images thru a few photoshop actions...

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Subjects Wanted|Hamilton Ontario Photographer Geoff Carruthers

Hi,
I am looking for a couple of kids to shoot for a image I want to complete. Its pretty simple but the effect will look good if we have a few willing participants,,,
Here is what I want them to wear:
What to wear:Soccer Team Attire, bring a ball
Where to Shoot: at St Thomas Moore in...

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Fall Family Portrait Special-Hamilton Ontario Photographer Geoff Carruthers

One of the most common requests I get is for a FAMILY PORTRAIT session. The opportunity to create a family portrait is not only a time to get your family together but it is also a time for creating a little piece of history. This fall I will have my first “special” and its centered...

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