Speech writing is in lots of ways similar writing a paper, apart from that there is no penalty for spelling and punctuation mistakes. You should not try to write words in your speech that you are not relaxed pronouncing or don't know the meaning of because it can lead to a less fluently delivered speech.

To be able to write a high-quality speech is a lot like making a good cake. Having the right elements is key for it's success. Every… Continue

All are welcome to the Private View of the forthcoming exhibition at Arison Gallery where we will be showcasing work by the Manchester based photographer, Lesley Chalmers. Many of Lesley's images are taken during her travels from France, India and of her hometown. (image shown: "Sky Hook", Trafford, Manchester)

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I've just been down to the gallery to have a look at the final selection of images for the coming exhibition, which are almost all now in their frames, ready for hanging next weekend. It's a fascinating process; seeing images move from the computer screen in my studio, through careful production of archival-quality prints on beautiful, sustainable fine-art papers, to mounting and framing, all of which teases out and emphasises the character of each image. Paul's eye, when he finds just the right… Continue