by James Balston | Dec 9, 2020 | 1970s, Christmas, Colour, Contemporary, Decoration, Homes
So often the image of Christmas at home looks back to the past; a garlanded Victorian fireplace, or a cosy country cottage with frosted windows, so it made a change last year to shoot a more modern home, with different influences and traditions. The house in question,... 
by James Balston | Nov 26, 2019 | Christmas, Crystal Palace, Exhibitions
Apparently in the world of finance, there is a theory about ‘cushions’. it’s all about how stock prices bounce back after a fall. You’ll be relieved to hear that the only cushions I deal with are the soft squidgy variety in linen and velvet.... 
by James Balston | Dec 21, 2017 | Christmas
Christmas started around the August bank holiday this year, when I shot an elegant Kensington home with interiors by Overbury Interiors, for Homes & Gardens. The delivery of the spectacular garland over the fireplace, and a wreath for the front door, both from... 
by James Balston | Dec 13, 2016 | Bedrooms, Christmas, Decoration, Homes
Norfolk and East Sussex were the locations of the two homes I shot for Christmas editorial features this year. I’d shot both before without their festive finery, so it’s always a bit of a challenge to go back and reshoot, making them look sufficiently... 
by James Balston | Dec 24, 2015 | Christmas, Decoration, Instagram, Lighting
I was only finally converted to Instagram earlier this year, so this is my first #Xmas! I’ve certainly had fun snapping. Merry Christmas to you all! Christmas tree through steamy windows at The Sparrowhawk in Crystal Palace. Santa arrived early at the home of... 
by James Balston | Dec 22, 2014 | Christmas, Still Life
A few seasonal images from recent shoots for, The English Home, Heart Home Magazine, and The Triangle SE19. The English Home Heart Home Magazine The Triangle SE19