About me
My passion is for photography of places, from the iconic landmarks of Newcastle Gateshead, to the dramatic landscapes of New Zealand. The role of the built environment is of particular importance to me, and striking architecture, new and old, dominates the subject matter that I photograph.
My interest in photography began in earnest when I moved to Newcastle in 2000. It was a time of great change for the area, particularly on the Quayside. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge was opened soon after I moved to the area, as was the Baltic. The Sage Gateshead also began taking shape, and the Angel of the North was only 2 years old.
I lived on the Quayside for a year, and it was my photos of Newcastle and Gateshead, particularly the Quayside, taken 'for fun' in those days that made me think seriously about trying to build a career as a photographer.
I started Steve Mayes Photography in 2002. It began life as a market stall in Tynemouth, where I sold hand-made cards and framed prints. Those days helped me to develop a range of products that are still on sale throughout Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East, including greetings cards and framed prints.
My early work was almost exclusively black and white – a result of starting out on film and working in a dark room. Since going digital in 2004 I have worked in colour too, though black and white will always be an important medium for me.
My first website went live in 2002. This is now version 3, and includes a wider portfolio than previous versions, including photos of Manchester, Yorkshire and Northumberland.
The website is, however, not comprehensive. If you are looking for something specific that you cannot find on the site, please get in touch.
I hope you enjoy looking round!
My interest in photography began in earnest when I moved to Newcastle in 2000. It was a time of great change for the area, particularly on the Quayside. The Gateshead Millennium Bridge was opened soon after I moved to the area, as was the Baltic. The Sage Gateshead also began taking shape, and the Angel of the North was only 2 years old.
I lived on the Quayside for a year, and it was my photos of Newcastle and Gateshead, particularly the Quayside, taken 'for fun' in those days that made me think seriously about trying to build a career as a photographer.
I started Steve Mayes Photography in 2002. It began life as a market stall in Tynemouth, where I sold hand-made cards and framed prints. Those days helped me to develop a range of products that are still on sale throughout Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East, including greetings cards and framed prints.
My early work was almost exclusively black and white – a result of starting out on film and working in a dark room. Since going digital in 2004 I have worked in colour too, though black and white will always be an important medium for me.
My first website went live in 2002. This is now version 3, and includes a wider portfolio than previous versions, including photos of Manchester, Yorkshire and Northumberland.
The website is, however, not comprehensive. If you are looking for something specific that you cannot find on the site, please get in touch.
I hope you enjoy looking round!
