GIVEAWAY: Win two A3 Framed Prints!!!
I still can't quite believe it's Christmas already, it certainly sneaks up on you! As this time of year is all about giving, I decided it was time for another giveaway! I regularly try to let everyone know that I really appreciate all the support I get, but nothing says 'thank you' quite like giving away some free stuff, so I'm giving away two A3 framed prints!
The two images featured are from our recent bout of snow and offer views of Colmore Row and Temple Row looking particularly Wintery! So what do you have to do to win? Find out below...
HOW TO ENTER:
Entering couldn't be simpler, head to my Facebook page, find the post about the giveaway and either 'Like', share, comment or tag a friend (or all of those!). It's really that simple! A winner will be chosen at 6.00pm on Christmas Eve! Follow me on Facebook - CLICK HERE
PICKING WINNERS & COLLECTING PRIZES:
The winner will be picked at random using WooBox or a similar app. The winner will be contacted within 48 hours and arrangements made for the winner to collect the prize (it will be in Birmingham City Centre so please make sure you will be able to collect - though I will, where possible, help with delivery if it is easier, though there may be a cost).
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
- The competition is open to anyone via my Facebook page.
- Each individual may enter once with a 'like, comment, tag or share'. Multiples, i.e. a 'like, comment and a share' by one individual will still only be classed as one entry.
- The prize is not open for exchange or exchange for monetary value.
- The competition will close at exactly 6.00pm on Christmas Eve, 2017. The winner will be chosen at random and will be notified within 48 hours of the competition closing.
- Delivery - Where possible, I will try to assist with getting the print to the winner. However, I accept no responsibility for the cost or condition of the framed prints being delivered. Where possible, I can arrange to meet individuals in Birmingham City Centre to hand deliver the prints. For national & international shippings, delivery will be arranged by the recipient at their own cost. I am happy to provided reasonable packaging for the item but any further costs will be accepted by the winner.
- The competition is in no way endorsed or run in conjunction with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Youtube. the competition may be suspended or terminated without notice at the discretion of Ross Jukes Photography and no alternatives offered.
- The competition is for the prize documented and no alternative or cash alternative will be offered.
- By entering the competition, you are automatically deemed to accept these terms & conditions.
FINALLY...
Thank you once again for all of your support, I hope you have an amazing Christmas and good luck!
VIDEO: Birmingham - The City Under Snow
It has been a crazy few days here in Birmingham with a deluge of snow and cold weather gripping the city. For us photographers, the wintery weather has been a real treat, making for some great images!
With rain forecast and temperatures finally due to rise (a little!) the snow should finally be on it's way. For many, in particular, the emergency services, this news is very welcome. However, I thought I would run out and grab some video before it goes!
I only had a couple of hours to spare so I headed to Edgbaston Reservoir with the hope of a nice sunrise, and I wasn't disappointed! The reservoir looked great, lined by snow-covered trees. Best of all, due to it being around minus five (that's what my phone said at least!) I had the place practically to myself, well apart from the wildlife!
After exhausting every shot of the reservoir possible, I jumped on a bus and headed to the City Centre. Thankfully, many of the main roads/paths were now clearing making moving around a little easier. However, there was still enough snow & ice around to keep you on your toes (or your back if you're not careful!).
The snow has been fun but like many, I'm looking forward to it melting so we can get back to some kind of normality! Though judging by all of the great images I have seen on social media, it may feel a little boring without it! See the full video below and don't forget to click the link to YouTube and hit Subscribe to see more videos from me! Stay safe & warm ;)
The Birmingham Blizzard! it's Snow beautiful...
I feel like when I was a kid, it always snowed around Christmas time. However, in recent years, you're about as likely to get snow in April as we are December. So when it actually does snow during the 'correct' time of year, it's like some sort of Christmas miracle! For us photographers, it is an extra special little gift as it gives us a chance to take pictures of all the same streets and scenes that we've shot a million times before, but looking completely different!
The snow certainly brings a few problems with it, notably the impact the freezing temperatures have on your ability to get out of bed and not being able to feel your fingers five minutes after leaving the house! On a series note though, it leaves thousands of people vulnerable and makes the simple task of walking to the shop a potentially life-threatening journey! (EDIT - It really is grim out there, cars getting stuck and all sorts) So going out just to get some pictures is not as pleasurable as it may seem!
However, the results are always worth the extra effort! Seeing Birmingham bathed in a blanket of the white stuff is a rare and enjoyable treat, albeit in small measures before the Hypothermia sets in! By the time this is posted (sometime on Sunday morning - EDIT - I'm back, it was too cold!) I will be out again on a shoot and will be doing my best to take advantage of 'Ski-Sunday'! If you are venturing out, please be careful! For those lucky enough to be staying in the warm, here are a few images of (what I am unofficially calling) the Great Birmingham Blizzard! Have a click through the gallery below and keep an eye on my social media for more soon... (Find me on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram)
Important Christmas Information
Does anyone else feel like the years are getting shorter? Christmas is once again upon us and that means the inevitable rush to get everything finished off and sorted so that we can finally calm down and enjoy this festive time of year!
Last day for Print orders:
If you are considering buying a print, then you don’t have long to place an order! The last day for placing a print order to ensure delivery before Christmas is Sunday 10th December 2017 - Any orders placed after that may not be ready in time to be delivered before the big day.
Can’t see what you’re after?
As always, any of my images can be made available for print so if you can’t see an image you are after on my shop page, don’t despair! Just contact me and I will be happy to make alternative arrangements for you!
How about 2018 calendars, Ross?
Well, I had planned to do a calendar this year and had even started mocking up images etc. However, life did that nasty thing of getting in the way and unfortunately, finding somewhere to live and going through the subsequent move meant that I did not get the calendar finished in time! So, I am afraid there will not be a calendar in 2018. I promise I will start prepping 2019’s calendar from January 1st!
Alternative gift ideas:
Please also be aware that I also offer a range of 1-2-1 tutorials and also do a gift voucher, so if you are looking for alternative gift ideas to prints, there are some other options! If you would like to use one of my images for an alternative use, such as printed on a mug or maybe a cushion (if the mood takes you!) then contact me and I can work something out!
I have also teamed up with the good guys from the Culture Card to bring you a very exclusive offer, which you can find more details about HERE
One last thing…
I will do a proper ‘end of year’ post but I would just like to say a massive ‘thank you’ for all of your support. It keeps me going and it goes without saying, it is much appreciated! Have a great Christmas!