Shine is run by Rev Langley Mackrell-Hey, a Methodist Minister based in Louth who uses photography as a means to relate faith. Shine's purpose is to bring faith to life through the power of image. It offers a service to churches, charities, schools, businesses and the media. It is one aspect of a much broader ministry including youth work and the nurture of fresh work.

Shine was formed following a photographic study and exhibition. Titled, ''The Secret Life of a Methodist Minister', the project revealed much about the transforming power of faith and the unseen work of the Church. It soon became clear that image was a powerful tool in challenging unhelpful ideas about what life is like within Christian congregations and communities.

(Photo: L Shapcott/Shine 2006).

Shine now supplies local and national media with images and press releases. By 2006 a second exhibition was staged in Lincoln Library named, 'The Power of Faith'. It captured the passion, energy and vision that is transforming the work of the Church. Shine is supported through its ongoing commercial work. It is most prominent within the housing and care sector. We are especially proud to support the work of
LINCA - The Lincolnshire Care Association.

In 2007 Shine broadened its remit and began to encourage a community feel by inviting people to register their support, serve as a volunteer and submit their own images. Shine also offers advice on photography and is committed to encourage the use of symbolism and image in worship by developing a network of contacts.

(Reflecting on the care profession/Shine 2007)

Langley's mentor, David Edwards is a photographer with over 30 years industrial experience who has won 8 national awards including 'Kodak Wedding Photographer of the Year' on two occasions. David simply says, 'It is my pleasure to be associated with Shine. The quality of images from this resource are of the very highest standard.'

1. How we are supported and funded
2. Contacts
3. Corporate Imaging & Creativity: A different approach
4. Media Work & Press Releases
5. Calendar Images & Learning Resources

How we are supported and funded: Putting our faith in business
Shine is run as a business and is guided through the advice of a Steering Group. The team is a mix people with experience in accounting, business development, education and worship. We accept submissions from local photographers (click here) and our exhibitions are supported by volunteers from local Churches. We pride ourselves on the fact that we are able to offer a low cost approach to churches and charities, subsidised by income through our corporate work.

Contacts
If you wish to show your support for our ethos and efforts you can register with us.
We do not charge any fee or request any donation.

Similarly, your Church or organisation may wish to register. Our aim is to encourage not just the use of image in worship but an approach that embraces all forms of creativity and symbolism. We will offer you a link on our website, and access to free advice.

We want to develop this site as a place where the strands of ministry (as bullet pointed below) can be encouraged.

Corporate Imaging & Creativity
Photography is the art of seeing through a lens and capturing an image that records a 'decisive moment'.Shine's specialism is in capturing images that speak about faith. Whether we are 'religious' or not, faith is central to our lives.The question for your organisation is, 'Can people put their faith, their trust, in you?'

The last time I went on a rollercoaster, I could see beforehand that the mechanics worked, and that (most) people were having a great time! I therefore put my faith in the system. Our goal is to find the images that reflect the work and ethos of your organisation, and to show why people should put their 'faith' or trust in you.