It was a real privilege recently to photograph Coventry Musical Theatre Society’s production of We Will Rock You at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry. Although I attended the dress rehearsal rather than a public performance, you would never have known it from what unfolded on stage. From the moment the curtain rose, the energy, professionalism and sheer scale of the …
At last, summer has properly arrived at Weston Lawns Amateur Jamboree, with competitors and spectators enjoying glorious hot and sunny weather throughout the opening day. Better still, the forecast promises even hotter conditions over the remaining three days of competition. The rings have been full of fantastic action, with our photographers covering all the excitement from both the John Wells …
We recently had the pleasure of photographing the Trinity Blakesly Lodge’s Ladies Festival held at the beautiful DoubleTree by Hilton Stratford-upon-Avon, and what a fantastic evening it was. For the event, Simon Coates Photography brought along our mobile photographic studio setup, giving guests the opportunity to have professional portraits taken throughout the evening. With our on-site printing service also in …
It has been another fantastic few days photographing both the British Dressage and the Unaffiliated Dressage competitions at Weston Lawns Equestrian Centre. We would like to say a huge congratulations to all of the riders who competed. The standard of riding throughout the show was exceptional, and it was wonderful to see so many talented horse and rider combinations performing …
The Area 30 Show at Weston Lawns got off to a fantastic start, and what a day it was to kick things off. Day one of this three-day event brought glorious sunshine, creating perfect conditions for both competitors and spectators—and, of course, for photography.Our team was out in full force, with photographers covering all the action across both the John …
The Weston Lawns Equestrian Spring Young Horse Show has kicked off in spectacular fashion, and what a start it has been. Spanning four exciting days, this event always promises a showcase of emerging talent, and this year is no exception.Day one greeted us with near-perfect conditions. Clear skies, great light, and just enough warmth made it an absolute pleasure to …
There are few better ways to spend a spring day than at a show jumping competition, and today’s unaffiliated event at Weston Lawns certainly delivered. With classes ranging from a welcoming 30cm right up to an impressive 1m, it was a fantastic showcase of riders and horses of all levels enjoying their time in the ring. The weather played its …
Сьогодні був справді особливий день у Simon Coates Photography. Ми мали честь провести день сімейних портретів для українських родин з Рагбі в центрі Hoskyn, і нам було надзвичайно приємно познайомитися з усіма, хто завітав. Від самого відкриття дверей панувала тепла й дружня атмосфера — сповнена усмішок, сміху та справжнього відчуття спільноти. Для нас було великою честю зафіксувати ці моменти та …
As the sun dips below the horizon on a blustery first day at the Weston Lawns Easter Extravaganza, there’s a real sense of momentum building across the showground. Riders, horses, and supporters have braved the elements to kick off what promises to be an exciting four days of top-class show jumping—and what a start it’s been. Day one brought with …
Well, the clocks may have moved over to British Summertime overnight but unfortunately no one told the weather! It was cold and windy to begin with at Weston Lawns, before it decided to rain on the last few competitors in today’s unaffiliated show jumping.For the first time this season, we had the big yellow bus open for business to give …