View Full Version : Sad announcement concerning Stephen
http://dpnow.com/files/forum/P4038344.jpg
Stephen Anstey just reached his 60th birthday earlier this week. This photo was taken in happier times in the Lake District back in April 2008.
It's with great sadness that I must convey the news that Stephen Anstey passed away this morning. His family were by his side at Wakefield Hospice where he has been looked after brilliantly for just over a month.
Stephen has not only been a huge supporter of this site from the very early days, but also a great inspiration not only for me but many many DPNow visitors. I have known him for less than ten years but I rate his friendship as one of those very rare special ones.
A gentle giant and a Yorkshireman through and through, Stephen leaves his wonderful wife, Kathy, and sons James and Leo. Stephen switched from a career in teaching to professional photography and was a very early adopter of digital imaging, investing in the original Nikon D1 before changing to Canon. Stephen and his family have known that the threat of cancer was ever present for the last 12 years. But despite this Stephen must be one of the most positive and cheerful characters I have come to know. He made the most of his time and he and Kathy travelled extensively, which resulted in many fabulous opportunities for taking memorable photographs. Many of these images are in Stephen's gallery (http://dpnow.com/galleries/showgallery.php/ppuser/2/cat/500), here on DPNow. A totally dedicated photographer, Stephen was keen to experiment and to make time and catch the light at its best.
It was just two weeks to the day that Julia and I last saw Stephen when he celebrated his 60th birthday early in the company of family and close friends. Despite the ominous prospect of his deteriorating health, it was a day full of happiness and light and Stephen was very pleased to see everyone, even cracking a few jokes along the way. I last heard from Stephen just 11 days ago when he commented on how some photos taken at the party needed some work done in Lightroom, and also reflecting on one of his other passions, a love of good wines.
Stephen's time has come to an end far too early, but he leaves a lovely legacy and I, for one, have very many special memories. I'm certain that several of his mates who are also DPNow members will echo my feelings. I know one of his brothers, Peter, is a DPNow member and looks in regularly. He was very touched by our birthday greetings (http://dpnow.com/forum2/showthread.php?t=12228) earlier this week and has asked me to say that they were very gratefully received.
I could keep on going, but best not blunt my tribute by doing that!
We'll miss you Stephen, but thank you for being such a great person while you were here.
Ian
Bearface
28-05-11, 07:19 PM
Steve's passing will leave an enormous hole in many of our lives, and it's a great shame we had to lose him at such a young age. I have been lucky enough, like Ian, to have known him as a good friend and work colleague for around ten years, and I couldn't possibly overstate what a considerate, selfless, unpretentious, humourous, and genuine person Steve was. He taught me a great deal, not only about photography, but about taking life by the scruff of it's neck and making the very most of it with the time you have available. He was a fantastic bloke and I'll miss him a great deal.
My thoughts are with Kathy, James and Leo.
Nice tribute Ian........lovely, in fact. And a cracking photo :D
Steve's passing will leave an enormous hole in many of our lives, and it's a great shame we had to lose him at such a young age. I have been lucky enough, like Ian, to have known him as a good friend and work colleague for around ten years, and I couldn't possibly overstate what a considerate, selfless, unpretentious, humourous, and genuine person Steve was. He taught me a great deal, not only about photography, but about taking life by the scruff of it's neck and making the very most of it with the time you have available. He was a fantastic bloke and I'll miss him a great deal.
My thoughts are with Kathy, James and Leo.
Nice tribute Ian........lovely, in fact. And a cracking photo :D
Thanks Tim. Actually the photo is technically *bad* (out of focus!) but even so it does allow Stephen's character to shine, which I'm sure is what you were really referring to :)
I like the way you described Stephen's effect on you - it's much the same with me, and I suspect many others too.
Ian
Josh Bear
28-05-11, 07:41 PM
I can't believe it. Lost for words and even if I wasn't I wouldn't be able to match your excellent tribute Ian.
Stephen was a great inspiration to me. He helped me from the start of my "Interest" in photography. He would let me send him files which he would print so I could check calibration and was always there with constructive criticism and support.
Can't say any more. A really sad day.
Josh
I can't believe it. Lost for words and even if I wasn't I wouldn't be able to match your excellent tribute Ian.
Stephen was a great inspiration to me. He helped me from the start of my "Interest" in photography. He would let me send him files which he would print so I could check calibration and was always there with constructive criticism and support.
Can't say any more. A really sad day.
Josh
That's typical of the man, Josh - I'm sure others will share similar anecdotes about Stephen.
Ian
Patrick
28-05-11, 08:50 PM
That's typical of the man, Josh - I'm sure others will share similar anecdotes about Stephen.
Ian
So very very sad,
I and I am sure many others on the forum felt we knew Stephen although never meeting him face to face. I always intended to try and meet up with him in Wakefield as I am there or in the area from time to time, but never got round to contacting him to do so, I shall never get the chance now.
It was always a pleasure to exchange opinion with Stephen, agree or not, he always had intelligent and relevant comments to make.
I have missed his presence on the forum these past months, which is all the more poignant knowing we shall have to get used to the fact we shall not read his valuable contributions again.
I wish his family well in their grieving.
Patrick
Lovely words, Ian.
Stephen was a lovely man and a great photographer. He will be missed.
OlyPaul
28-05-11, 09:39 PM
A lovely tribute Ian and although I never knew Stephen I'm sure he was a great guy and my condolences go out to his family.
Fast Eddie
28-05-11, 09:58 PM
As Paul said, being new I never had the chance to know him, but hearing you talk about him firstly in the Birthday thread and now here, he sounds like such an amazing person. Rest In Peace Stephen.
Ed
Stephen was one of the first people to offer advice on my early pictures. I only knew him through dpnow and fourthirds-user.com
As Ian says - he will be missed.
Anne and I through Ian and Julia send our sympathies to his family Kathy, James and Leo.
A + B
I am so sorry to hear this news.
I have followed Stephen's wise words on the forum for many years now and shall miss his incivise comments. Not only was he a superb photographer his way with words probably gave as much much pleasure as his landscapes.
I know he will be greatly missed.
Martin
Martin
Stephen helped me alot on this forum always having a very tactful way to say my pictures were not upto scratch, but did'nt leave it there, he would explain why and always be willing to help me try and resolve any issues.
Even though I never met Stephen I felt he was a good friend and a friend I should have made an effort to meet in person, for this I deeply regret
It was with my deeptest sorrow and regret that I read this with a big surprise this morning.
His sincere and earnest devotion to DPNow forums and to photography as a whole are always impressive and I myself learned a lot from him.
Have a peaceful sleep, Stephen.
Although this is my first condolence message to a person whom I never met but I feel as if I met him so many times at DPNow with due reasons.
I would like to express once more my heartfelt thanks to you.
I also would like to offer my sincerest condolences to his family.
yoshi
Thank you for so much encouragement and inspiration, patience, humour.
I can't even begin to tell how much I'll miss you, 'Yorkie'. You won't be forgotten.
RIP Stephen
Pol
Like many others, I have never met Stephen although I had known him since our Tiscali days, through to Karl's Forums and now DPNow.
He was an inspiration to me with regard to photography and IT help for the computer and would always provide an answer or a link to help me.
It has all been said. Stephen will be sadly missed by us all.
My thoughts go to Kathy, James and Leo.
A great loss. RIP Stephen.
DennisP
29-05-11, 03:36 PM
I like many others on the forum was deeply shocked to read the very sad news of Stephens death. A giant of a man whose presence and contributions on the forum will be sadly missed as he offered advice and criticism in equal measures where they were due, but also glowing complements when you exhibited a picture which met with his approval. I only ever met Stephen once in my early years on the forum when several of DPNow members met at a day's visit to Adobe UK offices near Slough. He lightheartedly pulled my leg at my accent as I am a Lancastrian and he being a Yorkshireman, but I took it all in good part. My sympathies go out to his wife and sons in their loss.
I'm so saddened by this news, Stephen has been helping me with issues since I started taking photos after my stroke. I've always been so grateful for his time and took all of his critique on board. He didn't mince his words and thank goodness for that, it made me appreciate his advice even more. Although I never met him in person, I will miss him deeply as many others will.
My sincere condolences to his family at this time.
xx Gina xx
This is very sad news. My heartfelt condolences to his family. I have often appreciated his constructive comments on mine and other people's images which were always kindly put and showed good understanding of one's intentions.
He will be missed on this and other forums.
K.
grangie
30-05-11, 12:20 PM
As a long time friend of Stephen (we were at college together) I know someone pretty special has left this life. Steve was always mad keen on photography and I remember him getting his first "quality" camera in the early '70s. It was Yashica rage finding model. pretty primitive now but I remember him producing some stunning landscapes with it - we were both geography students and Stephen always had a understanding and affinity for our landscape which was such a feature of many of his pictures. As Ian has said Steve had lived with his condition for many years but he never let this get him down and was one of the most generous of men. Travelling anywhere with Steve was always a photographic education and he had knack of reducing complex subjects into easily understood basics. I know that DP Now was a huge part of his life and he really enjoyed helping,advising and meeting so many members.
My thoughts go out to Kathy,James and Leo. Sleep well pal!
I am very very saddened to hear this news.
In years gone by Stephen was my mentor in another forum and I benefited immensley from his friendly guidance.
My condolences go to his family and friends
R I P Stephen
As a long time friend of Stephen (we were at college together) I know someone pretty special has left this life. Steve was always mad keen on photography and I remember him getting his first "quality" camera in the early '70s. It was Yashica rage finding model. pretty primitive now but I remember him producing some stunning landscapes with it - we were both geography students and Stephen always had a understanding and affinity for our landscape which was such a feature of many of his pictures. As Ian has said Steve had lived with his condition for many years but he never let this get him down and was one of the most generous of men. Travelling anywhere with Steve was always a photographic education and he had knack of reducing complex subjects into easily understood basics. I know that DP Now was a huge part of his life and he really enjoyed helping,advising and meeting so many members.
My thoughts go out to Kathy,James and Leo. Sleep well pal!
It had crossed my mind that knowing there was a threat of recurring cancer that maybe Stephen's attitude to life changed and maybe this is why he was so full of life and made good use of all his time? You will know how, if at all, he changed after his diagnosis? Whatever, as the mounting number of tributes tell - he was definitely a special person.
Ian
I am shocked and saddened by this news. Also not very good with words but epically at times like this but would like to say a few.
I only knew Stephen like many I guess from this site and am sorry that I never met him. He was always very helpful and one of those rare people who it was not all about him. I spoke to him many times when I was thinking of upgrading my camera a few ago as he had the same model I was looking at getting nothing was to much trouble. Also if I posted a picture and he had posted a reply to it I knew even if he did not like it I would get some helpful feedback on it. I also looked forward to his post as his work was outstanding.
I can now only echo what the others have said above about him and how he will be missed. My condolences go to his family and friends.
R I P Stephen
... Whatever, as the mounting number of tributes tell - he was definitely a special person.
Ian
I'll second that!
Stephen had such wonderful presence, such a huge personality, such an unforgettable character - he made an enormous impact here.
I keep expecting to see his name appear in the list of today's visitors. He's still here and he always will be as far as I'm concerned. People like Stephen never really leave us.
Pol
Bearface
30-05-11, 05:59 PM
I keep expecting to see his name appear in the list of today's visitors.
Yeah, me too! :rolleyes:
He's still here and he always will be as far as I'm concerned. People like Stephen never really leave us.
That's a really heart-warming sentiment. I was saying to my other half eariler today that so many of my own photographs were taken when I was out on a 'jolly' with Steve, that there'll undoubtedly be hundreds of individual memories of the big fella when I eventually sit down and sift through my archives. As you say, such people never really leave us...
For the time being, seeing Steve's big grin from the behind his camera at the head of this tribute thread and imagining how overwhelmed he'd be by all these heartfelt tributes is enough for me.
I have only just read this and I am shocked. I just can't believe it, I don't know what to say.
R.I.P Stephen.
For the time being, seeing Steve's big grin from the behind his camera at the head of this tribute thread and imagining how overwhelmed he'd be by all these heartfelt tributes is enough for me.
It's a wonderful picture, eh. Warm, cheerful and reaching out to everybody. Big fella, big smile, big heart. That's 'Yorkie'. :)
My Dad died 31 years ago this w/e. He was also a big fella with a big smile and a warm heart. I still talk to him, still feel his presence all around me.
So I'm not about to stop talking to Stephen and nor should you or he might start to feel rejected. ;)
Pol
coupekid
31-05-11, 03:06 PM
Dreadful news. I have just heard about Stephen and find it very upsetting and unfair that such a talent has left us so early.
Whilst learning my hobby, it was always Stephen that I would look for, for critique as he had a definate no nonsense approach to telling you how it is, which is, lets be honest, what everyone needs to improve their game.
Stephen was always so generous with his time in helping 'newbies' improve their game with his passion, knowledge and enthusiasm toward photography.
I am just so sorry that I never got the chance to meet stephen in person to
thank him for his tuition, time, and inspiration.
The photography world will be a far lesser place without him.
My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
Andrew Thatcher
01-06-11, 04:14 PM
Been away for the bank hols so just found out about this. Very sad news indeed. Stephen was a rare person, someone who would always tell you the truth about your images. I first met Stephen a few years back now and always had a great time when out shooting together. He was one of the nicest people i think i have ever met. I'll miss him. Not a lot more i can say.
Here's one image of him (And Tim) that i think he liked.
http://dpnow.com/galleries//data//500/4729.jpg
Incidentally, you may be interested to know that Stephen's wife, Kathy, has asked me if the picture of Stephen at the beginning of this thread can be used in the order of service for the funeral (which is next Monday). Naturally, I'm very honoured :) Unfortunately, I will be out of the country because of work commitments on Monday :(.
I have also been asked by one forum member about donating to a sponsored charity and I have asked if this is possible.
Ian
kennykodak
01-06-11, 08:30 PM
Stephen became my first friend here. having been in this industry a long time, i have learned to know the real deal when it comes to people professing to be photographers. Stephen was just such a photographer, the real deal. i always valued his opinion and sought it through private messages.
Bob Ross
01-06-11, 10:16 PM
Quite a shock to hear of Stephen's passing. He was always a good traveling buddy on the trail of the digitalizing of photography.
May the light always be good for you on your new adventures, Stephen.
Bob
Bearface
01-06-11, 11:24 PM
Here's one image of him (And Tim) that i think he liked.
Wow, I remember this like it was yesterday.........am I right in thinking it was early in 2007?
Andrew Thatcher
02-06-11, 12:29 AM
Wow, I remember this like it was yesterday.........am I right in thinking it was early in 2007?
Yep it was about that time. Great day out.
very very sorry to hear of this news, not very fair in the overall scheme of things.
I only met Steve once but was bowled over by his friendship and willingness to be a friend and part of what I was doing. Very sad to hear this news indeed.
Top bloke in my view. I hope the best for his family and loved ones.
Rest well Steve.
mal
bill jarvis
02-06-11, 09:08 AM
Although I haven't posted on this forum for some while, I have exchanged emails with Stephen on several occasions.
Stephen was one of life's true gentlemen, nothing was too much trouble and he has give invaluable assistance to both beginners and advanced photographers.
A modest man with a great enthusiasm for life and his chosen hobby.
He will be sorely missed.
RIP, Stephen.
bill
Like Bill I haven't posted on DPNow for quite a long time now. So to receive news today from Ian about Stephen's passing was deeply, deeply shocking. I never met the great man but it was Stephen who responded to my very first post asking for critique back in 2006. His words were brief but positive and they spurred me on to continue posting and uploading photographs to the forum. Stephen was a true mentor and inspiration to all. He will be sorely missed, for sure, but remembered frequently and with great fondness. My condolences to his family and friends. God bless.
Jo
As mentioned earlier, I have been asked if there is a charity that Stephen's family have nominated for donations and indeed, there is: The Wakefield Hospice, where Stephen was cared for wonderfully for several weeks. In fact that is only part of the story as I know Kathy was given a lot of attention during that time by the hospice staff and while it was my very first visit to a hospice, I can only say that I hope that Wakefield Hospice is representative of all in the hospice movement.
This is what Stephen's brother, Peter, wrote:
With regard to charitable donations, Stephen wanted donations to be made to the work of Wakefield Hospice (http://www.wakefieldhospice.org/support_us/donations) who made his stay with them such a good experience considering the circumstances.
http://www.wakefieldhospice.org/support_us/donations
Ian
To Andrew and Mal, here is a shot that I have always liked featuring yourselves and Stephen at the Keswick meet back in 2008:
http://dpnow.com/galleries/data/905/P4038465b.jpg (http://dpnow.com/galleries/showphoto.php/photo/11655)
Stephen (left), Andrew (middle), Mal (right).
I called it 'Last of the summer wine'
Ian
Trish1960
02-06-11, 12:25 PM
My thoughts are with his family . R.I.P Stephen .
escallonia
02-06-11, 12:39 PM
I never new Stephen but did read some of his threads and the interest he had in other photographs I am sure he will be missed by all JohnR.
http://dpnow.com/galleries/data/500/Nothing_Gold_Sunset.jpg (http://dpnow.com/galleries/showphoto.php/photo/24239)
Rest in Peace, Stephen. And thanks for sharing a part of your life with us. We are enriched for having known you.
ryme-intrinseca
02-06-11, 02:17 PM
I haven't logged in for ages, but saw this announcement in my email inbox.
I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. :( When I think of the DP Now forum, Stephen is one of the first people to come to mind.
What a sad loss - I'm so glad his gallery's still here on DP Now - and that we can all continue to enjoy his photos.
Sleep well Stephen.
I only knew you from this forum especially in the distant past when I used to contribute more. You were the life blood of this forum.
I learned from here that you were an honest and good man.
Tom
devilgas
02-06-11, 02:39 PM
like others, shocked to read this. ryme sums up my thoughts perfectly.
TheBull1875
02-06-11, 02:55 PM
Sad and doleful tidings tidings indeed. Never met him but it is always sad to hear of someone's passing that you have made aquaintance with even through the web.
RIP sir.
This is what Stephen's brother, Peter, wrote:
With regard to charitable donations, Stephen wanted donations to be made to the work of Wakefield Hospice (http://www.wakefieldhospice.org/support_us/donations) who made his stay with them such a good experience considering the circumstances.
http://www.wakefieldhospice.org/support_us/donations
Ian
Thank you for this Peter and Ian.
I have the greatest respect for the hospice movement and am comforted by the knowledge that Stephen was so well cared for and his family so well supported throughout this difficult time.
Pol
I join a long line of people who havent logged in for ages (I havent been taking many pics) this is sad news about Stephen, he was always a great encouragement and was always offering advice on pictures I posted, he will be missed on this forum, my thoughts are with his family at this very hard time. Maurice
I too have not logged in here for a while. It is indeed sad news and thank you Ian for this post.
As I recall, Stephen always replied to my threads with encouraging comments. I join everyone here in expressing my condolences to the family and friends. God Bless Stephen - RIP.
TrevWhite
02-06-11, 08:11 PM
Hi All,
Many thanks for emailing us about Stephens passing away. Personally, I always got a thrill when Stephen said something good about my photos. I really respected his judgement and always took on board his wisdoms. Funny, I had always hoped that at some stage I might meet up with him if he ever got to New Zealand. Alas, it is not to be.
Trev White
StuartR
02-06-11, 08:11 PM
This sad news is the last thing I expected when I opened my mail this evening. Total shocker.
I've not been on the forum much in the past couple of years but I remember Stephen being very helpful and welcoming when I first joined. He could always be relied upon to give a meaningful critique too, sometimes tongue in cheek, but pretty much always fair and on-target. I had a lot of respect for the guy although I never got to meet him which is a shame.
Please pass my condolences to his wife and family. The forum will miss him I'm sure.
StuartR
I haven't had much time to log in over the past couple of weeks, and just saw the news on my Facebook page.
Like everyone else, shocked and stunned at the loss of such a helpful man who was always a gentleman in his posting, his mediation of posts and his help in general.
Someone who'll be sadly missed, but whose pain is at last over.
Jason Chau
03-06-11, 01:30 AM
Sorry to hear that Ian....the loss of Stephen as one of the core support pillars of DPNow must be devastating for you, let alone having known him as a friend of over 10 years...pity I didn't know him enough...it must be awful.... Keep strong old friend whatever happens!
My condolences to his family....
Horacio
03-06-11, 02:14 AM
Big sadness. My deep sorrow for the family and friends. Horacio
This is extremely sad news!
When I first came to DP Now, way back in 2003-04, Stephen was one of the first ones to guide me through my photographic education, with a combination of encouraging critiques, suggestions and educational links. Over the course of the next few years he helped me evolve as a photographer and I am proud to think of him as one of my first photography teachers. I moved jobs and did not visit DP Now actively for a few years after that, although i would come back occasionally and see what was going on and what was new. Stephen would be in the middle of all the action, and I could see him guiding other newbies like me. May God give his family the courage to weather this loss, my prayers are with you. I consider this a personal loss.
RIP Stephen...
Jocelyn Walker
03-06-11, 02:41 PM
Incredibly sad news to hear of Stephen's passing! My sincere condolences to his family & friends. RIP Stephen, you were & will always be a guiding star! I for one will miss his presence on the dpNow forum! He was always one of the first people to greet new members & made them feel very welcome! He gave of his time, knowledge & experience so selflessly to the likes of myself & so many other members, particularly those new to photography! Always honest & forthright. Always a true gentleman! I have always admired & respected the man & thought his photography (& him) inspirational!
Jocelyn Walker
03-06-11, 04:16 PM
When I visited Mount Solarno in Anna Capri, Italy September 2008, I thought I certainly recognized a big man wearing a light coloured trench style coat as Stephen from his photograph on the forum! I was too shy to go up to him but smiled at the man as I passed! I had been taking photographs of the beautiful view at the top of Mount Solarno, with it's antiquarian urns framing a wondrous azure sea & wonderful vista! In December last year in the Guess where this is challenge, Stephen posted his photo of the self same view! Was it him that day? I think it was! Pity I had not taken that opportunity of meeting him if it was!! Very small world if it was him, with me coming all the way from Oz!
http://dpnow.com/galleries/data/951/Capri_Urn.jpg (http://dpnow.com/galleries/showphoto.php/photo/22757)
What a great story, Jocelyn - I will ask the family if they can recall when Stephen was there!
Ian
PS Shame you didn't take a sneaky photo of him!
Bearface
03-06-11, 11:38 PM
When I visited Mount Solarno in Anna Capri, Italy September 2008, I thought I certainly recognized a big man wearing a light coloured trench style coat as Stephen from his photograph on the forum! I was too shy to go up to him but smiled at the man as I passed! I had been taking photographs of the beautiful view at the top of Mount Solarno, with it's antiquarian urns framing a wondrous azure sea & wonderful vista! In December last year in the Guess where this is challenge, Stephen posted his photo of the self same view! Was it him that day? I think it was! Pity I had not taken that opportunity of meeting him if it was!! Very small world if it was him, with me coming all the way from Oz!
Wow, what an incredible coincidence this would be if it turned out that you were in the same place at the same time. If my memory serves me correctly, Steve and Kathy were in Italy in 2008 and it's possible they visited Capri, although I'm not 100% certain............Steve had been to so many places around the world in recent years that I kinda lost track... :D
Alas, the times don't match - sorry Jocelyn. Kathy (Stephen's wife) explains:
"I'm afraid it wouldn't be Stephen she saw as we went to Sorrento in 2007 and actually visited Capri on 2 October that year. We were in Florida in September 2008!"
But nevertheless, it was a fun thought!
Ian
norn iron
07-06-11, 06:54 PM
Sleep well Stephen
Ken
There's a place where anyone can light a virtual candle for Stephen.
The link is at
http://announce.jpress.co.uk/9946555?s_source=jpno_weeo
Pol
Bearface
30-05-12, 08:59 PM
Just thought I'd pop in and post a thought for Stephen, who passed away a year ago on May 28th. He spent so much of his time here that it somehow seems the best place to do so.
A year on, you're and still greatly missed, mate. Photo treks to the various parts of the UK and Europe just haven't been the same without you and I know several other photographers feel the same. I raised a glass of decent red to your memory the other night (a Sainsburys Amarone.......you'd have approved :D) so wherever you are, I hope you're in peace.
Love and thoughts also to Kathy, James and Leo xxx
Just thought I'd pop in and post a thought for Stephen, who passed away a year ago on May 28th. He spent so much of his time here that it somehow seems the best place to do so.
A year on, you're and still greatly missed, mate. Photo treks to the various parts of the UK and Europe just haven't been the same without you and I know several other photographers feel the same. I raised a glass of decent red to your memory the other night (a Sainsburys Amarone.......you'd have approved :D) so wherever you are, I hope you're in peace.
Love and thoughts also to Kathy, James and Leo xxx
I never met Stephen personally, but he was definitely THE person that inspired and encouraged me by his feedback, to pursue my passion in photography. I too, like Bearface, raise a glass (of a decent white this time ;)) in his memory.
Sincere thoughts and love go to his family.
Jo x
Just thought I'd pop in and post a thought for Stephen, who passed away a year ago on May 28th. He spent so much of his time here that it somehow seems the best place to do so.
A year on, you're and still greatly missed, mate. Photo treks to the various parts of the UK and Europe just haven't been the same without you and I know several other photographers feel the same. I raised a glass of decent red to your memory the other night (a Sainsburys Amarone.......you'd have approved :D) so wherever you are, I hope you're in peace.
Love and thoughts also to Kathy, James and Leo xxx
You know what I could not agree more. I also never met him but he helped me so much with my picture taking and also when I was buying a new camera many years ago. I saw some photos not long ago of a few boat wrecks and I thought of him.
I was just thinking about Stephen the other day while listening to some Chris Rea music. I always thought they looked a little alike they're both from Yorkshire :)
I have felt his absence from here - he was a massive supporter of this site and I am still trying to fill the space he left behind.
Ian
I have felt his absence from here - he was a massive supporter of this site and I am still trying to fill the space he left behind.
Ian
... ... Me too Ian. I bet he'd have had a go at "Where is this?" Challenge as he was the originator, I believe.
John Perriment
01-06-12, 12:05 AM
I never met Stephen, but I wish I had. He was a great bloke and a darn fine photographer. He is missed on Four Thirds User, too, where he was a fellow mod.
I was very lucky to have met Stephen many times as he would often call in for dinner and a chinwag as part of his frequent work trips to London. Julia and I also spent several days with Stephen and Kath in the Lake District along with Andrew Thatcher, among others, enjoying a bit of landscape photography. We were also in almost daily contact via the forum and instant messenger.
Even when he was disapproving of something, he was very respectful and good natured. But it was his enthusiasm and willingness to contribute and help make a difference that left its mark on so many who might otherwise be strangers.
Ian
Actually, John - I think you and Stephen share a lot of qualities! And that - believe me - is quite a compliment :)
Ian
Jocelyn Walker
01-06-12, 03:06 PM
In Memory of Stephen, you delighted us all with your magnificent photography on the forum! You gave to those of us 'newbies' of your time & advice so generously. You are sadly missed & often in my thoughts. Peace be with you where ever you rest your Soul.