Stephen Greenaway Photography

Sophie

2011-12-28T13:45:00.004Z

I have been notably quiet over the last few months. This is because we have been getting ready for the arrival of our first child. Sophie was born on the 20th December :) Click the image to view larger.

Fairytale Trim

2011-09-17T10:47:00.002+01:00

If anyone out there is thinking of where to have their wedding then consider Trim, County Meath. 100% fairytale location. We were there celebrating our wedding anniversary during the week and I couldn't set the camera down.

Joanne & Gareth

2011-07-26T15:43:00.007+01:00

Cyprus was the destination for Joanne & Gareth's wedding and they seemed to have brought some fantastic weather home with them for their photo shoot at Brownlow House in Lurgan! A small selection of these images can be seen below.

I'd like to wish Joanne & Gareth all the happiness for their future together.

Derrick & Lynn | Wedding

2011-06-23T09:38:00.009+01:00

It was a glorious day for Derrick & Lynn's wedding at Shankill Parish Church. Afterwards we took a walk in Lurgan Park allowing us to capture some nice images of the Coalbrookdale Fountain and Brownlow House across the lake. Their reception was held at the Belmont Hotel in Banbridge.

Wedding Photography

2011-06-08T08:34:00.008+01:00

This is the wedding of Chris & Sharon. It was held at the Tullylagan Country House in County Tyrone.
I am currently working on producing their storybook album.
Are you, or do you know of anyone getting married? My 2011 price is just £395! Drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com or call me on 07841016459.
You can even view my Facebook page and "like" it at www.facebook.com/weddingphotographybystephengreenaway

Glenavon 3-0 Donegal Celtic

2011-04-26T11:42:00.003+01:00

Glenavon legend Tony Grant led his team to a 3-0 victory over DC in the Lurgan sunshine.

Click an image to view Glenavon's final home game of the season.
Enjoy.

BMW & Subaru

2011-04-12T18:33:00.004+01:00

Some images from a recent photo shoot of a BMW E39 M5 and a Subaru Impreza STI.

Interested in having your wheels photographed? Drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com

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Enjoy!

Co-operative Cup Final (Lisburn Distillery 2-1 Portadown)

2011-04-03T11:51:00.002+01:00

After a few weeks of undertaking private jobs I was back in the public domain. An open and entertaining cup final was watched by a bumper crowd, in mostly glorious weather at Mourneview Park, Lurgan. Lisburn Distillery just pipped The Ports near the end of the game to run out as winners.

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For prints drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com

Enjoy!

Lurgan v Malone

2011-02-25T12:20:00.003Z

Some photos from last week's game are available to view by clicking an image below.

Finally back online!

2011-02-18T16:18:00.002Z

After the stress of moving house we are back up and running in the crazy world wide web.

A couple of galleries to display. You know the drill. Clickity click.

All Ireland Cyclocross @ Lurgan Park

Hill Street v Ardoyne WMC and Lurgan Institute v Ballybot Utd

Glenavon v Cliftonville (31-01-11)

Portadown 2-2 Glenavon

2010-12-28T13:10:00.002Z

All festivities were set aside for 90 minutes at Shamrock Park as Mid-Ulster's rivals went head to head in what proved to be a passionate affair.

A draw was probably a fair result with Glenavon, for a change, grabbing the late goal.

Prints from this memorable derby are available in various sizes. Drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com for details.
Click a thumbnail for the set. Enjoy!

Glenavon 1-1 Lisburn Distillery

2010-12-14T18:22:00.002Z

After a great run of results recently (none of which I was able to attend) Glenavon dropped to vital points at home, leading me to think I am a jinx!

To echo the gaffer's thoughts - "it felt like a defeat", when ex-Glenavon legend Glenn Ferguson popped up at the back post to nod in a last minute equaliser.

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The big freeze continues...

2010-12-04T12:48:00.002Z

...and everything worth covering is cancelled, so here is a recent day's work I did for the Saturday Post.

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Mourneview roundup.

2010-10-27T11:21:00.003+01:00

A very mixed few days at Mourneview Park began with the Carling Evening of Legends. A great night featuring Blues favourites Denis Guy, Terry Nicholson, Lee Doherty, Tony Grant and the legend that is Jimmy Jones. Then it was back to earth with a bang with another defeat on Saturday.

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Carling Evening of Legends

Glenavon 1-2 Cliftonville (again)

Woe continues for Glenavon 1-2 Coleraine

2010-10-17T18:34:00.003+01:00

Coleraine's debutant Leon Knight stole the show at Mourneview as Marty Quinn's trouble continues. Shocking refereeing decisions denied Glenavon of at least two penalties, but no excuses can be made for allowing Knight so much space for both goals.

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Glenavon 1-2 Cliftonville

2010-10-07T17:35:00.002+01:00

My first game back as a married man ended in bitter disappointment. A physical, gritty battle from the outset ended with Cliftonville slotting in an injury time winner, after Tony Grant looked to have rescued a point for Glenavon.

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Our Honeymoon

2010-09-27T14:07:00.003+01:00

Tracy and I got back from our fantastic honeymoon on Tuesday but i've only got round to uploading the photos to flickr this morning.

I've added some photos that I wouldn't normally include. Just some average snaps of us.

The collection is broken up into 3 parts - Hong Kong, Bangkok and Koh Samui.
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Hope you enjoy.

Part 1 - Hong Kong

Part 2 - Bangkok

Part 3 - Koh Samui

Glenavon 3-1 Donegal Celtic

2010-08-23T16:51:00.002+01:00

Glenavon made it hard for themselves by not putting this game to bed earlier than they did. Celtic's woodwork was struck 4 times but goals from Tony Grant (2) and Trevor Molloy made the points safe and placed the Mourneview men at the top of the pile after 3 games.

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Glenavon 1-0 Portadown

2010-08-16T11:46:00.002+01:00

A bumper crowd at Mourneview Park witnessed Glenavon's first league win there in a mid-ulster derby in almost 11 years!

Brendan Shannon's late looping shot was enough to spark wild celebrations on and off the field.

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The Twelfth

2010-07-15T12:21:00.002+01:00

The County Armagh Twelfth demonstration took place in Lurgan this year. Worries of a rain soaked day were brushed aside early as the sun shone all day long. I don't think i've ever had a busier day photography wise with the shutters clicking over 1000 times. Thanks must go to my Fiancée and my Dad for helping me out and getting some great shots also.

Please browse the gallery by clicking a picture below.

Prints are available by contacting me at greenaway39@btinternet.com or mobile 07841016459.

Enjoy.

Lurgan Mini Twelfth

2010-07-04T18:24:00.002+01:00

The July celebrations got underway in Lurgan this weekend with the reopening of the Queen Street Arch and Lurgan District's Mini Twelfth. The main county demonstration will take place in the town on Monday week.

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Lurgan Golf Club - Captain's Day

2010-06-25T12:57:00.002+01:00

I returned to Lurgan Golf Club for Billy Bateman's Captain's Day.

Aided by copious applications of factor 30 (seemingly not enough on my shins, ouch!) I spent 12 or so hours on the second tee box capturing group and action shots.

The banter from the lads passing through was much akin to that of last year. This really keeps you going when undertaking such a lengthy job.

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Prints are available if you wish. Drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com or give me a ring on 07841016459.

FAME The Musical - Lurgan Town Hall

2010-05-26T11:15:00.002+01:00

Back in March I did the promo shots for the Links Detached Youth Work & Centre Stage Performing Arts Academy production of FAME.

It was now time for the show. A big well done must go to all invloved as they put on an accomplished and professional performance.

I look forward to working with this group again.

Prints are available of any of the FAME photos. Contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com for enquiries.

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Irish Cup Final 2010

2010-05-10T10:42:00.002+01:00

Linfield and Portadown contested this year's JJB Irish Cup Final at Windsor Park, Belfast.

Drenched in glorious sunshine, the game burst into life in the second minute with Linfield taking the lead. On 10 minutes it was 2, and the game already looked as if it was slipping away from Portadown. However, they did manage to quickly pull a goal back through a Kevin Braniff free kick.
Portadown failed to build on an impressive end to their first half and Linfield held tight in a tense second period for the win.

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Glenavon 1-1 Ballymena United

2010-05-10T10:35:00.002+01:00

I've been very busy recently so i'm only getting round to updating the blog now. Better late than never I suppose.

A slightly disappointing finish to the season for Glenavon with a 1-1 home draw but there is plenty to build on for next year.

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Stuart King celebrates scoring Glenavon's final goal of the season.

Eamon Murray tries to force his way past Kevin Kelbie.

Ryan Harpur makes a midfield tackle.

Mid-Ulster Youth Cup Final

2010-05-03T17:44:00.002+01:00

Ballinamallard Youth overcame St Marys in an enthralling cup final at Kernan on Saturday.

Prints of any of the photos can be ordered. Contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com

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St Michaels 10k Road Race

2010-04-29T12:58:00.002+01:00

Images from the 10k race in aid St Michaels Grammar School's Kenyan Immersion project are available to view by clicking a thumbnail below.

Lisburn League Under 17 Shield Final

2010-04-23T20:12:00.002+01:00

Glenavon's Under 17 side were unable to retain the Lisburn League Shield as they went down 2-1 to Ards in the final at Lisburn's Rushmore pitch.

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The Glenavon side who finished as runners-up in the Lisburn League Shield.

Andrew Flood pushes down the wing.

Ryan McIlroy gets his tackle in.

Manager Davy Maguire consoles Jonathan Scannell at the final whistle.

Action shots

2010-04-16T13:12:00.002+01:00

Some more recent football coverage for the paper.

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Hill Street v Derryhirk United

Lurgan Institute v Rathfriland Swifts

Lurgan Celtic v Knockbreda

Premier Cup Final 2010

2010-04-06T14:16:00.002+01:00

Dollingstown 1-1 Fivemiletown United
(Dollingstown won 5-4 on penalties)

The forecasted weather thankfully held off allowing this rearranged cup final to finally go ahead.

Dollingstown began the brighter of the sides and deservedly took the lead quite early. However they were unable to stretch their lead and a rejuvenated Fivemiletown got the equaliser to send the game to extra-time. Neither side could snatch a winner and the dredded penalties were to decide the match.

Contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com if you wish to enquire about prints.

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Fivemiletown's Sean McCaffrey forces his way past Dollingstown's Adam Walker.

Dollingstown's Chris Wing keeps cool in midfield.

Celebrations as Fivemiletown grab the goal to send the game into extra-time and ultimately penaties.

But Chris McDowell is devastated after his miss.

Adam Walker, on the other hand celebrates his clinching spot kick.

Runners-Up Fivemiletown give Dollingstown a sporting guard of honour.

Aaron Moffett and Karl Wells lift the Premier Cup.

The victorious Dollingstown side.

FAME The Musical

2010-03-24T08:57:00.006Z

I did some promotional work recently for the Links Detached Youth Work & Centre Stage Performing Arts Academy. The groups are putting on a production of "FAME The Musical" in Lurgan Town Hall in May.

What is "Links" Purpose?

To influence positive change on the local community of Lurgan and Craigavon. The region remains one of the most sectarian and deeply divided and volatile areas in Northern Ireland.

Links Mission Statement

Links Limited seeks to practically represent God's love for local community. Through a range of community based programmes and activities, Links will engage, enable, equip and empower people in practical and personal ways.

For more information on Links, visit linksproject.org
Or for show times and information, visit FAME Facebook Page
Contact me about my work at greenaway39@btinternet.com

Click a thumbnail to view all the promo shots. Enjoy.

Institute 1-2 Glenavon

2010-03-22T10:32:00.002Z

If ever there was a "smash and grab" then this was it. Glenavon seemed to be heading to another defeat after a brutally dour 90 minutes (my opinion). 'Stute had led since 32 minutes when the fourth official held up 6 minutes of injury time to be played. A way back in for Glenavon to grab a point? No...... One better. On 93 minutes Trevor Molloy sneaked the goal and surely the draw. But on 96 minutes, with literally the last touch of the ball, Gary Ligget headed home Glenavon's winner.

Well worth the 140 mile round trip, for the last 6 minutes if nothing else.

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Ryan Harpur hurdles the challenge.

Declan Divin and Jay Magee compete for a midfield ball.

Willo McDonagh tries to force his way into the box.

Gary Ligget celebrates after his late late show....

....and sends the travelling fans home happy.

Glenavon 1-3 Dungannon Swifts

2010-03-14T10:43:00.003Z

Glenavon's torrid time of late continued at Mourneview on Saturday, and it only took Dungannon 2 minutes to break the deadlock. Emerson made it 2-0 before the break which more or less finished the game off.
Glenavon did have chances but they are going to have to start putting them away or these are the results they are going to be getting until the end of the season.
On a postive note for Glenavon, Ryan Murphy who came on to make his first team debut put in a great performance, and Joe Finlay notched a late consolation.
Need to get it sorted Blues.

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Mark Gracey battles with Chris Morgan.

Stuart King can't believe he missed when it was easier to score.

Glenavon debutant Ryan Murphy skips past Alain Emerson.

Joe Finlay scores Glenavon's late consolation.

Kids portraits

2010-03-10T10:38:00.003Z

This is my most recent child portrait. Benji was a wee star and just loved to play about.

If you wish to enquire about portraits drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com and i'll only be glad to help out.

Lurgan Town 3-0 Camlough Rovers

2010-03-02T15:37:00.003Z

Lurgan Town marched into the semi-final of the Alan Wilson Cup by overcoming a stubborn Camlough outfit. After a shakey first half Town put in a solid second period and could possibly have won by a greater margin.

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Darren Kennedy speeds away from his marker.

Richard Gartland helps Scott Gordon celebrate his opening goal.

Colin Corkin is mobbed by his team mates as his goal safely secures Lurgan Town's Semi-Final slot.

Glenavon 0-1 Portadown

2010-02-27T12:09:00.002Z

Glenavon's 10 year wait to beat their Mid-Ulster rivals at Mourneview Park continued last night. They failed to convert a number of chances in the first half while dominating for 45 minutes. Trevor Molloy ran the show but the Lurgan Blues just couldn't find that finishing touch. It seemed like two different teams took to the field for the second half as Portadown pushed Glenavon continually and the winner came on 69 minutes. A bitterly disappointing night after a very promising start.

Chins up for next week's Irish Cup Quarter Final lads.

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Trevor Molloy rips past Richard Clarke.

Richard Clarke shows studs to Barry Johnston.

Glenavon's Man of the Match Conor Walsh tries his best to find a way through the Portadown defence.

Owen Morrison and Conor Walsh battle for the ball.

Stuart King gets a late shot in for Glenavon but it wasn't to be.

Glenavon 2-1 Institute

2010-02-14T10:26:00.002Z

Memories of the 1997 Irish Cup Final came flooding back when Tony Grant popped up to grab a late winner and send Glenavon into the quarter final of this year's competition. Both teams had their chances to win the game late on but it was Glenavon who were to prosper. Glenavon's other goal came from Trevor Molloy on 32 minutes.

The dream lives on. Come on you Blues!

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Scorer of Glenavon's first goal, Trevor Molloy shields the ball from Institute's Thomas Wray.

Glenavon's Hugh Davey putting in yet another solid performance.

Hugh Dickson keeps Institute at bay.

Grant wheels away in celebration after scoring Glenavon's winner....

....Bring on Ballymena in the quarters.

Glenavon 6-0 Lurgan Celtic

2010-02-10T09:44:00.003Z

Lurgan Celtic visited Mourneview in the knowledge that they overturned their town rivals in this fixture last year. It was indeed Celtic who started the brighter and probably could have been in front before Glenavon broke the deadlock on 38 minutes. It was one way traffic after that as Glenavon finished with a 6-0 win. Goals coming from a Gary Liggett hat-trick, a Trevor Molloy brace and a sublime effort from Joe Finlay.

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Tony Grant keeps a close eye on the ball.

Adrian Harper and Stephen McArdle compete in midfield.

Gary Liggett completes his hat-trick with a glorious chip.

Joe Finlay celebrates his goal.

Glenavon 2-1 Coleraine

2010-02-08T09:54:00.002Z

On fire Coleraine visited Mourneview Park on Saturday with most people giving the home side very little chance of getting a result, but a fantastic display, particularly in the second half saw Glenavon run out 2-1 victors.

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Hugh Davey sticks close to his man in another impressive performance.

Andrew Plummer saves Rory Patterson's penalty.

James Costello was frustrated at times....

....but finally made the breakthrough on 62 minutes.

Late substitute Willo McDonagh breaks through to set up Glenavon's 89th minute winner....

....to the delight of the Lurgan Blues' supporters.

Recent action shots

2010-02-04T18:30:00.003Z

I've been quite busy recently so i'm only getting round to updating the blog now. Click on a thumbnail to open the relevant gallery.

Enjoy folks.

Glenavon v Newry City

Taghnevan Harps v Hill Street

Lurgan Golf Club

Lurgan BBOB v Dollingstown Reserves

Portadown v Carrick Rangers

Lurgan Town Reserves v Lurgan BBOB Reserves

My top 10 images from 2009

2010-01-14T13:50:00.002Z

After weeks of deliberation i've finally whittled my list to 10. Images have been captured from the sporting fields and political rallies here in Northern Ireland, to some of the finest cities across Europe.

I've kept them in order of date taken.

I took this at the peace vigil in Craigavon after the murder of Constable Stephen Carroll.

Dunluce Castle. Taken on our Easter trip to Portrush.

I took a couple of cup winning celebration photos last year but this one of Glenavon Under 17s cup win over Linfield just pips the rest.

I spent 11 hours on a rainy but warm Saturday at Lurgan Golf Club for their annual Captain's Day. This was my favourite image of the day.

Both myself and my gear got soaked making this picture! Out on another boat capturing the activities of the Lough Neagh Rescue. What a day!

Sideways action from the Bluestone Rally.

This was our second visit to London and this image was in my head from before we arrived.

We visited the Tall Ships in Belfast where I thought i'd get some great photos. Due to the sheer amount of people attending this wasn't possible. I did manage to grab one of the Saturday night closing fireworks which I ended up loving.

Brandenburg Gate, Berlin. Awesome city, enough said.

A very long shutter speed was needed to capture the traffic passing through Prague's Wenceslas Square.

Will this cold snap ever end?

2010-01-10T13:36:00.002Z

The town has been a blanket of whiteness now for the best part of 3 weeks. While it has disrupted most events that I would normally be attending I grabbed the opportunity by the scruff and took some pictures around Lurgan Park.

At least they found some way of keeping warm.

A hungry squirrel enjoys a snack.

This robin looks well fed.

Merry Christmas.....

2009-12-23T11:53:00.001Z

....and a Happy New Year to all.

Winter weather blues

2009-12-08T14:02:00.003Z

I thought i'd show some of the photos from my last two games covered so you can see what has to be overcome during the Northern Ireland winter in order to get decent results. Between the fog at the Lurgan Celtic v Hill Street game and the wind and rain at Stangmore Park, I don't know which was worse.

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Lurgan Celtic v Hill Street

Dungannon Swifts v Lurgan Town

Lurgan Town v Dromara Village

2009-11-16T19:42:00.002Z

Some action from Saturday's encounter between Lurgan Town under 14s and Dromara Village. Both teams gave it their all but football can be a cruel game as Dromara put 4 past Lurgan Town without reply.

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I don't usually add any toning to my football photos but I thought this one summed up Lurgan Town's day. Having put in so much effort but coming away with nothing to show for it.

Some recent action

2009-10-30T11:12:00.002Z

Back to business last week with some sports action.

iso1600 was used for the football and iso3200 for the rugby. I never like using 3200 but there simply wasn't enough light coming from the floodlights. Even using iso3200 I had to push the exposure further when processing. Gotta be done unfortunately.

Anyway, as usual click an image to open the relevant gallery.

Lurgan Tigers Floodlit Blitz
Pollock Park 23/10/09

Lurgan Institute v Camlough Rovers
Lurgan Park 24/10/09

Prague - better late than never

2009-10-23T16:03:00.005+01:00

I don't think I have ever put in as much work and effort into processing a batch of photos.

Between being completely burned out / run down this week and technical problems (probably my own fault in fairness) it has taken me until now to get them all processed, resized and uploaded.

I gave a lot of my images from this trip a 'Lomo' look which I thought portrayed how bitterly cold it was. Having said that however, the city is so photogenic and the Old Town in particular being truly charming. Excellent food, excellent beer, excellent sights, excellent city, excellent trip. I hope to return some day on a trip that Tracy and I have been toying with. Hopefully it'll come true.

For now click any image to open the set and enjoy.

Wenceslas Square at night.

Old Town Square. The Astronomical Clock can be seen on the left.

The National Museum during rush hour. Cheers Dad (he knows why).

Prague Castle. The view from our hotel room. Thanks again to my parents for swapping rooms with us.

While I process my travel photos........

2009-10-19T10:00:00.003+01:00

.........here is Saturday's action between Lurgan Town and Oxford United Sunnyside. They maybe be under 13 but they sure give it their all.

Prague photos should be up in the next few days.

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Just before we head off.........

2009-10-10T17:15:00.002+01:00

We're heading across Europe again in a few hours. Another Northern Ireland game but this time its a family trip which was booked with my 30th birthday celebrations in mind. Can't wait to see Prague! 'Our wee country' slipped up in the last game so we're basically out of the running but with the pressure off it could make for an awesome trip.

I just thought i'd post my 2 favourite shots from today's action. Dollingstown v Markethill Swifts and Lurgan v Ballymoney.

Saturday's Action

2009-09-24T10:57:00.002+01:00

I started off at lunch time on Saturday at Pollock Park for the Ulster Bank Section 1 League decider between Lurgan and Downpatrick. I had to shoot off to Knockramer Park for the Lurgan Celtic v Chimney Corner game, so I missed the finish but still managed some action.

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Lurgan v Downpatrick
Ulster Bank Section 1

Lurgan Celtic v Chimney Corner
IFA Championship 2

First football of the season

2009-09-17T15:45:00.002+01:00

I've covered a few pre-season games over the summer but Saturday saw me getting into the nitty gritty of First Division of the Mid-Ulster League. The local derby of Hill Street versus Lurgan BBOB lived up to it's promise. A thoroughly entertaining game bathed in glorious sunshine - ISO 200 for sports anyone!

Hill Street ran out as 3-1 winners on the day.

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Berlin

2009-09-08T12:43:00.003+01:00

We got back from the trip yesterday. Truly exhausted but what a trip. A great city and a good result for Northern Ireland.

We took in the major sights such as the Brandenburg Gate, Olympic Stadium, Reichstag, Potsdamer Platz, Checkpoint Charlie and what remains of the Berlin Wall. Its plain to see how far this city has come in the last 20 years and I look forward to another visit some time soon.

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I've now added a short HD video also.

Berlin from Stephen Greenaway on Vimeo.

Away Days

2009-09-02T11:03:00.001+01:00

Every now and then I get the chance to travel across Europe to watch the greatest wee country in the world play football.

Tonight we leave for Chorzow, Poland via Dublin and a few days in Berlin.

This trip has taken months of preparation and a small fortune but if I can come back with some decent images and a few points in the bag for Northern Ireland then i'll be happy.

C'mon Norn Iron!

On Assignment: Donkey Derby

2009-08-27T11:54:00.005+01:00

The rain held off long enough on Saturday to allow for a great family day out with all the thrills and spills of the Donkey Derby & Fun Day at Pollock Park.

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Tall Ships 2009

2009-08-16T11:50:00.003+01:00

We visited the Tall Ships at the Belfast Maritime Festival over the weekend. I packed up all my gear in anticipation of getting some great shots. Upon arriving I quickly realised that due to the sheer numbers in attendance 'decent shots' were not going to happen. I made my peace with this and set about creating a decent image of the fireworks at the end of the evening. Surely one of the bridges would make the best vantage point. Sadly not as the M3 flyover blocked the entire view of the ships. This led to a mad dash to try and get some sort of view. Just as the fireworks were starting I decided to try and make the best of a bad situation and started firing off a few shots of my own. I did come away with one image that I really like.

On Assignment: Gerard McMahon Testimonial

2009-07-31T12:25:00.003+01:00

I was honoured to cover "Gerdie's" testimonial game against St Johnstone last week. It was nearly 20 years ago as a 12 year old I stood in The Oval's shed in East Belfast and witnessed what will go down as one of Glenavon's greatest triumphs. Missing 2 of the best strikers in the league through injury Glenavon were massive underdogs against the biggest, most successful team in Ireland, Linfield. Not to worry though - after coming back from a goal down to 1-1 Glenavon were awarded a free kick at the edge of the Linfield box. Up stepped 18 year old McMahon to fire Glenavon into the lead and send not only the Lurgan side into a frenzy, but most 'neutrals' also. Glenavon went on to win the Irish Cup and the rest as they say, is history.

Gerard was destined for bigger things across the water but would ultimately come back to his home club and go on to deservedly gain his testimonial.

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Our return to London

2009-07-20T11:42:00.003+01:00

Tracy and I went back to London last week for a few days. It was our second time there and it certainly won't be the last. I don't think i'll ever tire of the place.

Having grabbed most of my 'landmark' shots the last time I only had a few that I wanted to get this time. My two aims were a low light shot of Westminster and an HDR of St Pauls Cathederal.

I came away with a few pleasing efforts - click a thumbnail to view the set.

On Assignment: Minisprint Summer Championship

2009-07-16T11:17:00.006+01:00

Another hi-octane feature for the Lurgan Mail. This time at Bluestone for the 'Minisprint Summer Championship'.

A very dark (and wet!) evening meaning high ISOs for decent results.

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On Assignment: Lough Neagh Rescue

2009-07-09T20:14:00.004+01:00

This week the Lurgan Mail ran a feature on the 'Lough Neagh Rescue' charity. A great bunch of guys who serve a very important role.

Lough Neagh Rescue provides a rescue service 24 hours a day, it is a voluntary service, but its members are dedicated and possess significant expertise. Rescues are coordinated by the Marine Coastguard Agency, formerly HM Coastguard, from their base at Bregenz House in Bangor.

Lough Neagh is the largest lake in the British Isles being approx 20 miles long and 9 miles wide. It is generally shallow with an average depth in the general body of the lough of 30'(9m) but very shallow round the margins of the lough. The lough is very exposed and in windy conditions it can become extremely rough very quickly. It is used extensively by a wide variety of recreational and commercial craft.

Source Lough Neagh Rescue

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Lurgan Golf Club - Captain's Day

2009-06-29T11:14:00.004+01:00

Saturday was an early start for me. Up with the birds at 5.30 for a wash and a quick cup of coffee before making my way to Lurgan Golf Club for the first tee off at 6.30. My job was to capture every group that played - 60 plus. I set up at the second tee box purely because its better for photos than the first. I managed to avoid the kamikaze shots coming from the 9th all day having two very close calls. One even landed in my breakfast - true story!

Anyway, a long day at the club was spent. 11 hours in total. A thoroughly enjoyable day. I'd like to thank Wilson, Peter and Seamus for their hospitality and of course the lads for their banter throughout the day which kept me ticking along.

I came away with nearly 250 images which can be viewed by clicking any of the thumbnails below.

Prints are available. If you see any that you would like then drop me an email at greenaway39@btinternet.com

Also at the bottom is a short High Definition video I shot during the day.

Enjoy folks

Lurgan Golf Club - Captain's Day 2009 from Stephen Greenaway on Vimeo.

Silverwood Golf Club - Captain's Day - Images Now Online!

2009-06-25T14:01:00.002+01:00

I spent a few hours of last Saturday morning on the first tee box at Silverwood. A mixed selection of 4 balls, group shots and individuals are available.

Click a thumbnail to open the gallery (74 images).

Prints are available of all images - contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com.

Silverwood Golf Club - Captain's Day

2009-06-20T15:05:00.001+01:00

Below are a couple of images from today's 'Captain's Day' at Silverwood.

All images will be available to view this Thursday after the Lurgan Mail has been released.

Lurgan Show 2009

2009-06-11T09:59:00.006+01:00

After glorious sunshine the week previous we were treated to some of the more 'traditional' weather at this year's show.

In spite of the rain, the event in it's 97th year attracted a huge turnout.

Fun and frolics were to be had as well as the agricutural side of the show.

Click a thumbnail to view the set of 90 images. Pictures were published in the Belfast Telegraph as well as the Lurgan Mail.

Recent Portrait Work

2009-05-15T11:18:00.004+01:00

Here are some of my recent portraits. All have been taken in my home studio.

Like what you see? Want to book a portrait or simply enquire? Contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com or 07841016459 and i'll be glad to assist.

An hour's session with a complimentary 7 x 5 print of your choice costs only £35.

Uganda Orphans XI v Media XI

2009-05-14T16:16:00.003+01:00

I covered the above charity game at Mourneview on Friday past. Well I had only time for the first half as I had to shoot off to another job.

Almost £3000 was raised on the night for the Ugandan Orphans. Well done to all!

As always click the thumbnails to open the entire set.

I wish we had light like this all the time!

2009-05-07T09:58:00.003+01:00

You can't ask for better late evening light than this - then the sunset to boot. Well done to Glenavon's Under 17 side for defeating Linfield in the League Cup Final.

I've also included the recent Lurgan Town v BBOB semi final clash, Triangle GSC Awards Dinner and Rushmere's Africa Day.

Click the thumbnails to view the entire set.

Glenavon v Linfield
Under 17 League Cup Final

Triangle GSC
Awards Dinner

Lurgan Town v Lurgan BBOB
Decor Cup Semi Final

Africa Day
Rushmere

On Assignment: Various

2009-04-29T18:59:00.002+01:00

Some of this week's published work for your perusal.

Click the thumbnails and enjoy folks.

Live at the Underground

Lurgan Bowling Club v Lagan Valley

Boys' Brigade Soccer 7's
Under 14 Final

On Assignment: Various

2009-04-23T09:27:00.002+01:00

Some various sports action in this week's galleries. I held the Mid-Ulster Shield images back until the paper had their go at them. Also two of the more 'summer' sports - a bit of bowls and some tennis.

Enjoy.

Lurgan Bowling Club v Willowfield

Dunedin Junior Tennis Tournament

Mid-Ulster Shield Final
Silverwood United v Windmill Stars

Marshall Cup Final - images now online!

2009-04-15T19:25:00.003+01:00

On Monday I covered the Harlequin Tanks Marshall Cup Final between the hugely fancied Dollingstown and massive underdogs Ambassadors.

Dollingstown took the lead midway through the first half but this didn't dampen the Ambassadors spirits, and they started the second half the much brighter team. After scoring a deserved equaliser they pushed for a winner. However it wasn't to be a fairytale end and Dollingstown grabbed 2 more goals as Ambassadors ran out of steam.

Click a thumbnail to view the entire set.

PS cheers for the 300 F4 Paul :)

Easter Trip - Portrush

2009-04-12T14:15:00.003+01:00

On Friday Tracy and I packed the bags and headed to Portrush for the weekend. A mixed bag weather wise. The sun came out at times on Friday allowing me to get some images around Dunluce Castle, but zero light and the heavens opened on Saturday at The Giant's Causeway so I just broke out the Speedlite and had some fun.

All in a good wee weekend away with some decent photos to show for it.

Back into it - Hill Street v Taghnevan Harps

2009-04-09T06:04:00.003+01:00

After a few Saturdays off I was back into the action. I had something else prior to the match so I only made the second half. Blustery day but at times there was some awesome light.

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Tiny Life Fashion Show

2009-03-19T10:44:00.005Z

As promised all the images from last week's event at Craigavon Civic Centre are now available to view. Click a thumbnail to view the entire gallery. Wish to enquire about an image? Contact me at greenaway39@btinternet.com

Every parent-to-be in Northern Ireland hopes that their baby will be born healthy, but sadly:

* Of approximately 24,000 babies born here each year, over 1,500 are born too soon
* Almost 900 babies spend time in a neonatal intensive care unit each year
* 80% of babies, who are born alive but die in the first 28 days of life, are born prematurely
* On average there are two stillbirths every week in Northern Ireland3
* 50% of stillbirths remain unexplained
* 1 in every 5 pregnancies ends in miscarriage

That’s why TinyLife exists and why our work is so important. As Northern Ireland’s only premature and vulnerable baby charity, we are dedicated to reducing illness, disability and death in babies born here and providing support for families who have been affected by such circumstances.

TinyLife does this through three core activities:

* funding medical research into the causes and effects of premature birth, still birth and miscarriage
* providing practical and emotional support for parents and families with prematurely born babies and those requiring special or intensive care at birth
* providing information to health professionals and parents-to-be to ensure that every pregnancy has the best chance of a healthy outcome and a healthy baby.

source Tiny Life

Last week's 'Red Nose Day' images

2009-03-19T10:33:00.001Z

A few images are available from the SRC and Lurgan College events.

Click the thumbnails for the sets.

On Assignment: Last Weekend's Action

2009-03-13T15:10:00.002Z

Ok here's a delayed round up of last weekend's action and events. Galleries from the Howard Abraham fun day, Lurgan Golf Club, Lurgan Town v Warrenpoint and Lurgan Ladies v Ards.

Click the thumbnails for the galleries as always. Enjoy!

Howard Abraham Fun Day

Lurgan Golf Club

Lurgan Town v Warrenpoint

Lurgan Ladies v Ards

Tiny Life Fashion Show

2009-03-13T10:22:00.000Z

All images from this excellent event will be available on Thursday 19th March.

Peace Please......

2009-03-11T21:41:00.002Z

I had planned on updating the blog with my weekend's images but I thought this was a more pressing issue.

They say a picture says a thousand words. Never more has this been as evident as tonight to me. I was covering the Vigil at the scene of Monday's murder of Constable Stephen Carroll.

For their future - end this.

On Assignment: Various

2009-03-05T09:29:00.002Z

A couple of galleries in this post. Junior Cup quarter-final action between Tullygally and St Mary's, Brownlow Integrated College's Multicultural Day and the recent launch of the Marie Curie Cancer Care Craigavon Cycle Challenge.

Click a thumbnail to view the entire set(s).

Tullygally v St Mary's
Junior Cup Quarter-Final

Brownlow Integrated College
Multicultural Day

Marie Curie Cancer Care
Craigavon Cycle Challenge Launch

On Assignment: Saturday's football action

2009-02-25T20:47:00.002Z

Shock horror - fantastic weather/light on Saturday. A sports shooter's dream with overcast but bright skies. No harsh shadows. Just fast shutter speeds and medium ISOs.

Anyway, enough of the technical stuff and onto the action.

Click a thumbnail to view the entire sets.

Lurgan Town v Sunnyside

Lurgan BBOB v Lurgan Institute

On Assignment: Tiny Life Fashion Show Launch

2009-02-19T09:51:00.003Z

Tiny Life is a charity supporting premature and vulnerable babies. They are hosting a fashion show in Craigavon's Civic Centre on Thursday March 12th.

For the launch image was Matthew Toman, Northern Ireland's sexiest man along with equestrian Olympian and mum of premature twins, Sasha Stewart.

On Assignment: Lurgan Golf Club

2009-02-12T17:42:00.004Z

I've been off work ill all week so I thought i'd utilise my time by updating the blog rather than watching films (though I have managed to squeeze a few of those in as well).

I recently spent a cold Saturday morning at the golf club getting images for Lurgan Mail stock.

Click a thumbnail to view the set.

Glenavon v Linfield

2009-01-31T18:49:00.002Z

Linfield came to Mourneview knowing that Glenavon had toppled them a couple of times this season, and for a while it looked like it could happen again. Glenavon took the lead through James Costello but after a shockingly dubious Linfield equaliser the heads dropped and the Belfast outfit ran out comfortable winners.

A bad day result wise but a good day picture wise. As usual, click a thumbnail to view the entire set.

Some more footy

2009-01-29T15:47:00.002Z

For your perusal are some of the recent games i've covered.

Enjoy.

Taghnevan Harps v Tandragee Rovers

Tullygally v Silverwood United

Lurgan Town v Lower Maze

And I thought last week was bad!

2009-01-22T11:43:00.003Z

Last week's weather, looking back on it, was a doddle compared to this week's. In what has been described as "impossible conditions" and "worst weather conditions seen in local football in recent years", I managed 30 minutes of the Lurgan Celtic v Harland and Wolff Welders game. The game itself was abandoned after 70 minutes because of the shocking weather. I had planned on covering the 2nd half of the Hill Street game but the damage was done and I packed up and headed for the solace of my house.

On a positive note I did manage to get a few shots for the paper.

As usual, click the thumbnails.

2009 - First Assignments

2009-01-15T18:01:00.003Z

Hectic sums up my first outing of the year. I had the Towns Cup rugby at 2.30 but before that I covered 3 (yes three) of the Junior Football games' first halves. I had roughly 15 minutes at each game before I had to move on.

Getting light into the lens/camera proved a nightmare and by the end I was using ISO3200 at F2.8.

3 galleries to view. I'll keep the Taghnevan v Tandragee game closed until the Lurgan Mail have their go at it.

Click the thumbnail to view the galleries.

Lurgan Celtic v Enniskillen Town

Lurgan Institute v Lurgan United

Lurgan v City of Derry

2008 - that was the year that was.

2009-01-01T11:55:00.001Z

I have just put up the new calendar and its sank in that another year has passed. For me speaking as a freelance photographer 2008 was awesome! I took in trips to London and Bratislava with a different approach. I also got to meet and photograph legends such as Pat Jennings OBE and Dame Mary Peters DBE.

Outlook and plan for 2009 - I have a few projects in mind which i'll be rolling out from this month hopefully, but basically i'll be taking far more pictures than last year and I hope to continue to learn :)

Below are my favourite (not necessarily my best) images from last year.

Finally a new computer!

2008-12-30T14:27:00.004Z

Upon trapsing through some recent images I stumbled upon the Lurgan United v Goodyear game from the 29th November. Just the excuse to try out my new computer's capabilities.

Much to my delight I was able to process the RAW images with ease (something I haven't been able to do for a very long time).

I remember the match in question plagued with terrible conditions and I had to use high ISOs resulting in noisy shots. I did however manage to get a couple of decent efforts.

Click a thumbnail to view the set.

Have a happy new year to all.

Peter Pan - all images now available!

2008-12-23T13:05:00.006Z

Click a thumbnail below to view the entire set of 71 images from the excellent 'MADS' production.

If anyone wishes to enquire about prints please email me at greenaway39@btinternet.com

Moyraverty Arts and Drama Society - Peter Pan

2008-12-16T12:47:00.010Z

It was a joy to cover the 'MADS' production of J.M.Barrie's timeless classic 'Peter Pan' for the Lurgan Mail. The hard work put in was evident. Well done to all concerned!

All 71 images will be available to view here on Tuesday once the 'Mail' has been published.

The cursed computer strikes again

2008-12-13T21:33:00.003Z

Not only am I trying to process my weekend's images under the same continuing restrictions (see 15th November rant), I have now managed to get bogged down by the worst virus i've encountered since buying this PC 4 years ago.

(note for one's self - Christmas and the sales are only round the corner. Relax and count to ten.)

If you're on looking to see today's Peter Pan images then they should available to view on Thursday :)

Colin, I am putting the finishing touches to your images and will email the proofs through tomorrow.

Have an enjoyable Saturday evening folks.

Yours doing my best to escape X-Factor / Strictly
Stephen.

The Shutting of the Gates Celebrations......

2008-12-08T19:57:00.006Z

.......or commonly known as 'Lundy' day.

For those who are not familiar with this chapter in Irish history, here's a quick run down.

Each year the Apprentice Boys of Derry celebrate the stand taken by the thirteen apprentices who shut the gates: the "Brave Thirteen".

Following the arrival of King William III in England, there had been widespread panic among Protestants in Ireland that there would be a massacre of Protestants. While the citizens of Londonderry were agitated by these reports, news came that a regiment of Roman Catholics were on their way to Londonderry.

When the army arrived on the 7th December (old calendar), the leaders of the city were still debating what to do. Thirteen young apprentices took the initiative and shut the gates in the faces of the army. Their actions were the spark which led to the Siege of Derry, the longest siege in British military history.

Today we commemorate their actions in our annual Shutting of the Gates Celebrations on the first Saturday in December.

The Celebrations start with the symbolic firing of a cannon on the city's historic walls at midnight. 13 members of a Parent Club will then make their way to each of the four original City gates, as the 13 apprentices did in 1688.

The main celebrations begin later on Saturday with the visiting Branch Clubs and bands parading from the Waterside to the Memorial Hall. The main parade then makes its way from Society Street around the City Centre to a service of thanksgiving in St Columb's Cathedral. Following the service, the parade makes its way back to Bishop Street for the traditional burning of Lundy the Traitor.

source:apprenticeboys.co.uk

As usual, click a thumbnail to view the entire set (43 images). I hope you enjoy and possibly learn a little history from this country.

On Assignment: Various

2008-12-04T10:29:00.004Z

Saturday morning (and the afternoon for that fact) was wretched for outdoor photographers. Stayed at the Lurgan Town under 15's game for the first half before heading off to another job. Managed to get a couple of images but shooting through some of the thickest fog i've seen for a long while was hard - stop moaning Steve and get on with it :)

I captured a good cause on Saturday evening at Brownlow House with the Banbridge High Romania Society and Adam Peden's leg wax.

Also included are the recent Bulldogs Boxing & Kickboxing Club and UUP dinner images.

As usual click a thumbnail to view the sets.

Lurgan Town v Armagh

Adam Peden - Romania Society Leg Wax

Bulldogs Boxing & Kickboxing Club

Ulster Unionist Party Dinner - Edenmore

1st of December

2008-12-01T12:45:00.003Z

Even though some people have had their Christmas decorations up for weeks now, i'm sure most will be putting up their's this week some time.

We put our tree up yesterday.

On Assignment: Various

2008-11-19T13:22:00.005Z

Ok here we go........

So many images and sets to get through thanks to my PC/internet provider, but it seems i'm fully operational again. Click the thumbnail to open the galleries & enjoy!

Floodlit Rugby
Pollock Park

Sportsmans Dinner
Pollock Park

Boys' Brigade 125th Anniversary Celebrations
Tattoo - Jethro Centre

Dinner - Donacloney Presbyterian Church Hall

Hill Street v Lurgan Celtic
Mid-Ulster Shield

So Frustrating!

2008-11-15T18:49:00.004Z

I don't usually just 'post' but I feel this warrants it.

I don't know which is worse - my internet not functioning properly and thus stopping me from updating my blog, be it a BT problem or not, or my computer continually dying when i'm trying to process images. Latest example - i've been sitting here for an hour and a half trying to sort today's football images and the computer has packed in 4 times, each time requiring a 10 minute restart!

Anyway, roll on the sales. New PC being purchased.

P.S. all images from the last few weeks will be online next week.

A very vexed
Stephen.

On Assignment: Various

2008-11-05T12:20:00.003Z

A great performance from Lurgan Town, where they ran IFA Championship side Limavady to the wire, a late winner from Lurgan Celtic, official opening of Avril Mawhinney's new look studio and Nichola Nolan's 21st birthday party. All part of a productive saturday.

As per usual, click a thumbnail to view the set.

Lurgan Town 3-4 Limavady United

Lurgan Celtic 2-1 Armagh Celtic

Finesse Photography - Avril Mawhinney

Nichola Nolan's 21st Birthday Party

On Assignment: Various

2008-11-01T12:45:00.003Z

All of last week's images are finally ready for online viewing!
As usual click a thumbnail to view the sets.

Hill Street FC
Civic Reception

Young Carers Project
Jethro Centre

Portadown to Lurgan Lorry Pull
Cancer Research NI (Craigavon Branch)

Halloween Workshop
Ardowen Community Centre

Goodyear FC
Kit Sponsors

Lurgan Town Reserves 2-6 Hill Street Reserves

On Assignment: IFA / McDonalds Football Festival

2008-10-24T16:20:00.003+01:00

I was engaged today to cover the festival which was taking part at Craigavon Leisure Centre. Northern Ireland legend Pat Jennings was the special guest, where he took time out to talk to the kids, sign many autographs and 'hone' their footballing skills.

I had the pleasure of grabbing a few words with the great man myself and all I can say is "a complete gentleman".

Anyway onto the images.....
Click a thumbnail to view the set.

On Assignment: Various

2008-10-22T15:09:00.004+01:00

I'm finally getting round to uploading the last week's images from a number of assignments.

Click a thumbnail to view.

Portadown M.E. Support Group
Visit the Mayor's Parlour

UK Skills in Floristry
Bronze Medal

DUP Dinner
Brownlow House

Oxford Island Art Space & Sarsfields
Halloween Workshops

AFC Craigavon 1-1 Oxford United

Donacloney Royal British Legion
Poppy Appeal Launch

Lurgan Golf Club
Awards Night

On Assignment: Various

2008-10-14T19:53:00.003+01:00

A couple of galleries available from Saturday's jobs. I think its best that I don't mention the Lurgan Town score.......

Ulster Unionist Party dinner
Edenmore Golf Club

Lurgan Town v Ballymacash Rangers

On Assignment: Various

2008-10-02T16:39:00.004+01:00

I've been kept quite busy from last friday with a few assignments of varied content. Click a thumbnail to view the image/set.

County Armagh Down's Syndrome Association
Visit to the Mayor's Parlour

Lurgan Town v Lurgan Celtic
IFA Youth Cup

Lynsey Allen School of Ballet
Jethro Centre, Lurgan

National League
Lord Lurgan Park

Lurgan Show Society Awards
Edenmore Golf Club