| ArchivePhotography.co.uk is a new photographic venture for Chris Littler Webdesign with the objective of recording contemporary life in images and carefully preserving and archiving them for future reference. |
 A pilot project was carried out in Peel in the Isle of Man in the summer of 2011 and achieved a very high level of participation amongst the local business community. With the support of the Manx Heritage Foundation the concept is now being extended to other towns and villages on the Island, with fieldwork due to start in Port Erin this spring. |
| Further projects are planned across the UK, and sponsors are now being sought. ArchivePhotography.co.uk is interested to speak to any local authorities, business groups, individual businesses and benefactors who are interested in preserving a snapshot of community life for the benefit of future generations. |
| Please contact Chris Littler on 07914 706330 to speak about the options for your own project, or send an email. |
| Some recent media articles on the changing nature of the British High Street, some speculation about future trends, and a little nostalgia. |
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Current projects
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 Peel2011.com A survey of over 130 shops, businesses and civic organisations in Peel, Isle of Man. Shop exteriors and interiors were photographed with shop staff included in most cases.
Information about staff roles, numbers and place of residence was also recorded in thte majority of cases. This pilot project was supported by Peel Heritage Trust, Manx Heritage Foundation and Chris Littler Webdesign. |
 PortErin2012.com Building on the success of Peel 2011, support has been gained from Port Erin Commissioners and the Manx Heritage Foundation to survey shops and businesses in Port Erin in the spring of 2012.
We hope build further on the coverage achieved in Peel 2011 by including interior photographs where possible, and more street scenes. |
 Laxey 2012 This project for the picturesque village on the sides of a steep valley on the east coast of the Isle of Man will be carried out alongside Port Erin 2012. Laxey Village Commissioners will be supporting the project with the Manx Heritage Foundation. |
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