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5 LANSDOWNE NEWS, WINTER 2017
Guest Photographer

Meet Phil Smith‐ Our

Guest Photographer

“I love black and white photos, because the colour doesn't
distract from the subject or person". Phil

Phil is part of Bella Vista Gardens "I enjoy taking photos of people.
property services and When you are able to capture
transportation team. He is a very the moment, you are also able
quiet and gentle person who has a to capture their character."
love and passion for photography.
His amazing patience is a gift This is very evident in Phil's work
which he uses very well behind a ‐ he has truly displayed the
lens. personalities of the Bella Vista
Gardens' residents.
"I've been interested in
photography since I was a "Lighting is the number one
thing when taking photos. It
teenager. I did a few courses and
turned my bathroom at provides, depth, colour, light and
Carlingford into a developing shade. I enjoy landscapes as a
room". subject as well as people.
Flowers are fantastic to shoot
Phil has been a member of the close up, there are so many
Photographic Club at Penrith for intricate details that you
the past six years, and whilst he normally miss."
would never tell you, a little birdy
mentioned he has won many
awards for his photography over
the years.