The 147th Open at Carnoustie will be remembered for many things. Jordan Spieth driving the first green, Tiger Woods leading (momentarily) and, of course, Francesco Molinari’s impeccable, bogie-free performance that elevated the Italian to another
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It’s great to work with clients who have a clear vision. In this case, I was contacted by a couple in Canada looking for prints of Scottish courses. Safe in the knowledge I have around
Read MoreAs part of this year’s St Andrews Ball, I have donated a mounted and framed print of St Andrews (see description below). The frame measures 73cm x 62cm with the image mounted with a V-groove
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An insider’s look at a day in the life of professional golf photographer Mark Alexander. On an 18-hole course, such as Dundonald Links, is there a strategy you bring to the shoot? Every hole is
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In the second part of a series of interviews, professional golf photographer Mark Alexander reveals his approach to capturing the natural beauty of Dundonald links. Once you’ve captured a series of photographs and processed them,
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The Kyle Philips-designed course at Dundonald in Ayrshire, Scotland opened in 2003 and is now recognised as a must-play links courses. It has hosted a number of professional and amateur tournaments, notably pre-qualifying for the
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OC.06.07.14.17.4.18x12print Technical details 06/07/2014 – 04:49 AM Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III, EF16-35mm f/2.8L II USM 1/4 sec, f/14, ISO 160 Background info “The challenge of photographing golf courses is often the difficulty associated
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LomondHills.2016.14_Pano.24×12 Technical details 11/26/2016 – 3:45:34 PM Canon EOS 5D Mark III, EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM 1/25 sec, f/11, ISO 100 Background info “This is one of those shots I had wanted to
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LomondHills.2016.7.b+w.18×12 Technical details 11/24/2016 – 12:34:08 PM Canon EOS 5D Mark III, EF70-200mm f/4L IS USM 1/800 sec, f/5.6, ISO 320 Background info “The idea around this year’s Open Studios is to incorporate
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This is the first featured framed print for Open Studios 2017. I’ve included some technical details below along with some background information about this picture. Technical details Wednesday, November 2, 2016 9:19 AM Canon EOS
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For the first time in eight years, I will be taking part in the Open Studios gala exhibition weekend from 29 April to 1 May. It will be an exciting and busy weekend during which
Read MoreShot just as the sun was coming up, this image faithfully captures the shape of the green complex on the concluding hole of the Kings Course at Gleneagles. Like many avid golfers, I had viewed
Read MoreI last took part Open Studios North Fife eight years ago. It was an interesting experience, a lot of planning and effort, and the first time I really let the public see my work. I
Read MoreTiming is everything. But is there a perfect time to photograph a golf course? Here are some points to consider. The timing of a golf course shoot will depend on the type of course you have
Read MoreRecently I have received a number of enquiries about my photography prints so I thought I would note down some key points that might help in the decision-making process (see below). I am sure some of
Read MoreI visited Monterey for the first time in 2009. I was there to look at the changes that had been made to Pebble Beach and write a few travel pieces. Here’s an introduction to one
Read MoreMoving on up Few wildlife photographers have made a bigger splash than Andy Rouse. CPN writer Mark Alexander finds out how this Canon Explorer is using the new EOS-1D X Mark II to reach even
Read MoreGift vouchers launched by award-winning photographer Mark Alexander – and just in time for Christmas! Struggling to find the perfect present? A new gift card voucher from Mark Alexander Photography is the ideal way to
Read MorePHOTOGRAPHER SNAPS UP YEAR-END OPPORTUNITIES 23 NOVEMBER 2016 – Award-winning photographer Mark Alexander is finishing 2016 in style by exhibiting his work through a unique collaboration with a leading public figure while also launching a
Read MoreHere’s my take on Royal Troon’s awesome number eight – the daunting Postage Stamp. According to the scorecard, the easiest hole at Royal Troon is the eighth. Slightly downhill and at only 123 yards, you
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