'Simon has produced consistantly good results over the years he has worked for Northumbria's marketing team. He is excellent at putting subjects at ease, creative and happy to go the extra mile for the perfect shot. Simon is a good all round photographer; however I particularly admire his reportage abilty.'
Martin Thomas
Marketing Manager, Northumbria University
'Simon's vibrant and engaging images tell lively stories about people, places and communities. I've sent him to photograph everyone from shy community volunteers to big-ego cultural professionals; from vulnerable users to leading academics. He works with them all sensitively, professionally and gains great results.'
Rob Williamson
Chief Executive, Community Foundation serving Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
'Simon's photographs of our clients speak eloquently about refugees' lives and situations. They have enhanced written reports and other publicity material that West End Refugee Service produces, capturing the very essence of the work we do.'
Lindsay Cross
Project Director, West End Refugee Service
The cdfa booked Simon to photograph its 2009 Annual Conference, based in Newcastle’s Royal Station Hotel.
'Simon is incredibly professional, discreet and took a great set of photographs for the cdfa’s Annual Conference.
He really captured the essence of our event this year, which was themed around a topical issue concerning the community
development finance sector. If we host another event in the region, we will definitely be calling upon Simon’s services.'
Nicola Harvey
Events & Membership Manager, Community Development Finance Association
'New Writing North has asked Simon to photograph a huge variety of events over the years, and he, without fail, manages to produce beautiful images despite sometimes tricky subjects or difficult situations. We particularly appreciate his ability to take natural photos at crowded events whilst being very discreet, which allows us to have quirky and interesting shots, without guests feeling intruded upon.'
Olivia Mantle
Projects and Marketing Officer, New Writing North
'Simon Veit-Wilson is a very talented, professional and creative photographer.
He has excellent interpersonal skills, and has worked on a broad range of photo shoots for
Northumbria University including those involving VIP’s, major publications and Press stories.
I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone wanting high quality photography.'
Jem Bush
Head of PR and Communications, Northumbria University
'Simon always provides an clear photographic record of any occasion - he expertly captures our work and play.'
'We have clear photographic records of all our activities for the last four years thanks to Simons' excellent people skills.'
Kathy Rist
Regional Manager, Contact a Family North East