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Fees £51 - £149 After Dinner Speaker Genealogy Hobbies Photography
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Stephen Gill

Location: Bury Lancashire
About The Speaker...

Stephen Gill, ASICI (Accredited Senior in Imaging in the Creative Industries) and FRPS (Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society), is a distinguished British photographer renowned for his expertise in photo restoration, historical photograph dating, and authorship.
With over 50 years of experience, Gill offers professional photo restoration services through his business, Photo-Consult, based in Tottington, Bury, Lancashire. His meticulous approach ensures that each photograph is handled with care and human intelligence, rather than relying solely on artificial intelligence. 
Gill is also an accomplished author, having written “Dating by Design 1840-1915: A New Way of Dating Old Photographs”. This work provides readers with an accessible method for dating historical photographs, enriched with superb, original, colorised images. 
In addition to his restoration and writing endeavours, Gill shares his knowledge through lectures and presentations. For instance, in February 2022, he delivered a talk to the University of Ontario, discussing aspects of photography and photo restoration. 
For those interested in professional photo restoration services or learning more about historical photograph dating, Stephen Gill’s expertise and services are highly regarded in the field.

About Their Talks...

I can offer a variety of talks all related to the history of family photography. This includes photo-restoration, dating and identification, research and storage. In recent months these have been added to with talks on the impact of Artifiical Intelligence on genealogy and family history research. All talks are aimed at a one hour length with Q’s & A’s afterwards. Talks can be delivered live or via Zoom. I also can accommodate international zoom talks and have ones booked for Queensland and America
In coming months I have live talks in Sussex, Darlington, Buxton and Sheffield. Live talks over 2hr travel time require overnight accommodation please.

Fee:

For 2025 my fees are £65 – £75 for zoom and live. Travel and accommodation by arrangement.

My Contact Details:
Phone:

07955883448

Email:

steve@photo-consult.co.uk

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Understanding your old photos

Join us for a fascinating talk exploring how to read the hidden clues in historic photographs. Discover how clothing, poses, studio styles, and even photo formats can reveal the age, story, and social context of your vintage images. Whether you’re a family historian, collector, or simply curious about old photos, you’ll gain practical tips for dating and interpreting these treasured windows into the past. Learn to see beyond the surface and bring forgotten faces and moments back to life. Perfect for local history groups, genealogy clubs, and curious minds alike!

Dating old photographs by styles of clothes, hair and accessories.

This engaging talk explores how clothing styles, hairstyles, hats, and accessories can be powerful tools for dating old photographs. By examining the changing silhouettes of dresses, the evolution of men’s suits, and the rise and fall of hat fashions, we can place images within a surprisingly accurate timeframe—often within a decade or less. The talk highlights key fashion trends from the 1840s to the early 20th century, offering visual examples and practical tips for identification. Ideal for genealogists and vintage photo enthusiasts, this session helps bring historical portraits to life through the language of fashion.

Artificial Intelligence: Help or Hindrance for your hobby or career in Genealogy

This thought-provoking talk explores how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work and play. From genealogy to photography, writing to research, AI offers powerful tools that can enhance hobbies and boost careers—but it also raises questions about accuracy, creativity, and control. We’ll look at how AI analyses photos, identifies patterns, and even dates old images, while also examining its limitations and potential biases. Whether you’re curious, cautious, or already experimenting with AI, this talk offers a balanced, accessible introduction to its capabilities and how to use it wisely and effectively.

Stephen Gill Contact Details:
Phone:

07955883448

Email:

steve@photo-consult.co.uk

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