Simon Fraser

I started photographing climbs and travels in South America and the Himalayas, before working for three years as a field safety guide with the British Antarctic Survey in the 1980s.

As a professional photographer I have worked on science, nature and environment assignments around the world. I live beside a deciduous woodland, below heather moorland  in the heart of Northumberland National Park, and I enjoy beekeeping, organic gardening and mountaineering.

What I Do

My main focus is on landscape and environmental photography, from remote wilderness regions to tiny details of nature at home. My work is represented by Science Photo Library, a stock agency which distributes the very best scientific images and footage, and my images have been published in many countries worldwide.

I supply cards, prints and calendars to clients such as the National Trust, Eden Project, Tate St Ives, The Alnwick Garden and Northumberland National Park.

Portfolio

The collection is wide ranging, with images from all over the world including subjects such as the polar regions, volcanic eruptions, deserts, trees and forests, wild flowers, honeybees, mountains and glaciers, seascapes, wildlife, scientific research, pollution, and environmental topics.

SYCAMORE GAP

Like so many others, I was shocked and saddened by the loss of this beautiful tree on 28 September this year. It was a much loved, unique landmark in the heart of Northumberland, which I had photographed and walked past on many occasions.

Since then, there has been an overwhelming response from people across the region, with countless ideas and suggestions being offered to the National Trust and Northumberland National Park Authority. Ironically, my Seasons of Northumberland calendar 2024 depicts a night time view of Sycamore Gap on the front cover, and in the aftermath of the felling of the tree, there has been a huge surge of interest in cards and prints.

SYCAMORE GAP GREETING CARDS

There are over fifty greeting card designs covering the beautiful landscapes of Northumberland. Six of these images depict Sycamore Gap through the seasons of the year, including night time views of the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park.

SYCAMORE GAP CHRISTMAS CARDS

The Northumberland Winter Christmas card series includes a wide variety of views across the region. There are five views of Sycamore Gap including three night time winter images of the magnificant starry skies of Northumberland International Dark Sky Park.

SYCAMORE GAP PRINTS

Sycamore Gap prints have been extremely popular for many years, and especially in recent weeks after the felling of the beautiful sycamore tree. There are various views to choose from, including the best selling night sky prints which make a wonderful gift to remember this unique landmark.

NEW FOR CHRISTMAS 2023

NEW CHRISTMAS CARDS 2023

Each year, new designs are added to the collection of northumberland Christmas cards. This year’s new images are in the top rows of the page, including a new card of Sycamore Gap which is also on the front cover of the Seasons of Northumberland 2024 calendar.

NEW GREETING CARDS 2023

New greeting card designs are added every year and there is now a wide range to choose from, mostly from my home region of Northumberland, but also including Scotland, Cornwall and many locations across the world.

Seasons of Northumberland 2024 calendar

The Seasons of Northyumberland calendar has been published every year since 2010 and is very popular with customers in Northumberland and many others across the UK and around the world. The images celebrate this beautiful region, from Hadrian’s Wall to the Northumberland Coast, the Cheviot Hills and the miles of unspoiled hills and valleys across the county.

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About Simon Fraser

Simon Fraser is a professional photographer specialising in science, nature and the environment. For many years his work has been represented by Science Photo Library, an independent stock agency which specialises in distributing the very best scientific images and footage. Since 2005 he has produced cards, and prints of Northumerland, Cornwall and Scotland.

Simon is the author of ‘Xtreme Sports Photography’ (2004). He was commissioned to photograph ‘Gardens of Northumberland and the Borders’ in 2006, and his work on climate change was part of an award winning National Trust exhibition at Hoopers Gallery in London in 2007. He had a solo exhibition ‘Earth, Light and Time’ with the National Trust in 2009, and in 2010 he participated in a  major exhibition of the Northumberland National Park at the Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne, and continues to exhibit there regularly

Testimonials

Simon Fraser has supplied the eleven Tourist Information Centres in Northumberland since 2005.  His work is distinctive and of an exceptional standard. He has worked with our staff to develop commercial products appropriate to this wonderful region, perfect for our visitors.  Simon has  great business attributes, delivers at low cost and always on time, and is a valued supplier.

Dawn Goodwill-EvansSenior Business Development Office, Active Northumberland

Simon Fraser is one of the gallery’s most popular and best selling photographic artists. His beautiful photographs of landscape and closely examined natural details convey his fascination and love of the natural world. Simon is a pleasure to chat to and easy to work with.

Sam KnowlesCurator of Photography, The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne

Simon provided most of the external photography for our new website.  His photography is exceptional, and he is not only highly professional but a delight to work with.  Simon’s advice, as well as his photography, transformed our website and I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Anne MonroeGreystead Holiday Cottages

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