Product Photography and Corporate Headshots for Juben Handbags in Warwickshire

Another great aspect of what I do for a living is being involved with new businesses and getting to see the enthusiasm of others as they develop and live their dreams. This week I was able to provide both product photography and PR shots for the owner and designer of Juben Handbags as she continues her pursuit following the recent launch of her unique handbags.

Juliette Ryley began this dream several years ago as a design project while still a student, only recently taking the time to develop the project further. Even going as far as securing exclusive rights to her unique design.

One of Juben's missions is "To aid the recovery of British manufacturing by designing and hand making (their) entire range of innovative signature design handbags in the UK", which is a sentiment dear to my heart as well. Too many jobs have been taken out of this country, a factor that I feel plays a strong part in the economic downturn we're living through today. Its great to see so many individuals taking a stand and trying to do something about this. Lets get back to making things!

These bags are created using an innovative construction of Northhamptonshire leather and locally sourced anodised aluminium. Which incidentally filled my studio with that wonderful new leather smell. Currently with 6 different leather choices there are already plans for new additions.

With so little manufacturing being held in our country it always pleases me to see the words 'Made in Britain'. Isn't it time we rebuild our country's economy brick by brick or handbag by handbag, one small step at a time?

I look forward to watching this business develop and eagerly await the new products that follow.

Comments

jelly andrews said…

The bag looks beautiful. It is as beautiful as its designer. Its design is quite simple but it has an elegant look.

3 July 2013 at 00:33

Ghost Mannequin Photography said…

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13 August 2013 at 08:12

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