As we were in the middle of Level 5 restrictions, due to Covid-19, the challenge was around how we could actually create this. I decided upon a remotely-directed self-portrait and used a DJI Mavic Air II to get drone footage. Thus allowing a photoshoot and a campaign to go ahead without being impacted by the severe restrictions currently being placed on photographers. Working with Covid means adapting to challenges faced.
Read MoreDespite having a good second half of the year with families booking sessions, Covid 19 restrictions had massively impacted my ability to make a steady income. With the help of Údarás na Gaeltachta I was able to receive a grant which helped me develop my existing website to have e-commerce capabilities. I was finally ready to take online bookings and sell my images as prints.
Read MoreAs 2020 brought limited social interactions all of my family and branding work had to be postponed or unfortunately cancelled. We went from Stay at Home to Stay Local from March until the end of June. I had to reassess what photography I could offer to allow me to work as the restrictions eased.
Read MoreMy maternity leave was finishing the week lockdown was first enforced. All booked work was cancelled and I realised that all plans for 2020 were slowly crumbling. With no idea of how the year would go, I reverted to the photography I love and started a small black and white documentary series within my 2km restricted area.
Read MoreSince hotels and restaurants closed the team at The Twelve Hotel have been anything but quiet. Drive through, takeaways, stout in jam jars and cocktails in brown paper bags; all while offering to #FeedtheHeroes.
Read MoreWhen the Covid 19 restrictions came into place and coffee shops were closed over night, Calendar Coffee had to quickly adapt their business. So they decided to try help out their wholesale customers through a “Spread Love not Germs” campaign.
Read MoreWhile many pets are having a great time with their owners home with them all the time, it is important to know that if your pet does get ill Barna Veterinary Clinic is still open
Read MoreSophie has realised that nothing will ever replace face to face interactions but, in other ways lockdown has created a whole new level of connection
Read MoreWhen a family live five doors apart but can’t visit like they used to, a new routine forms. “Elevenses” have become a thing between Attracta and her three grandchildren
Read MoreIn Italy they were singing from balconies but in Barna they are singing from the local laundrette.
Read MoreGrainne and Stephen have three young kids and are expecting their fourth child at the end of July. Due to Covid 19 it is a nervous time for many pregnant mums
Read MoreIn normal times Séan would have family and friends around for a few drinks to celebrate his birthday. This year he has a drink through the window with his mum Rita.
Read MoreHaving siblings is always great but the real advantages can be seen during a lockdown when you can no longer play with friends.
Read MoreWhen life is dominated by an invisible threat such as Covid-19 it seems normal that many would turn to their religion for comfort. So it was with a heavy heart that Fr Michael decided to close two local churches.
Read MoreLike so many other children, Fíadh had a low key birthday celebration this year.
Read MoreDuring this global pandemic life continues behind windows. In this project "Looking Out" we are trying to capture what life is like looking out into an seemingly abandoned outside world.
Read MoreWhile taking a break between two dives we welcomed some very unexpected guests.
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