“Over 20 years ago when I was living in Thailand I responded to a newspaper ad for a Sous Chef. After cooking six different Asian dishes I got a job at Eden Park, have been here ever since, and even met my wife here. Every day is different - we meet so many different people and serve so much amazing food. I’ve heard my green curry is famous amongst the regulars. That makes me proud beyond words”. Sam “Sammie” Samnieng-Hong - Corporate Production Chef . . #ouredenparktoday #phaseone #phaseonephoto #proofagency #portaitphotography #stories

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 8 de Ago de 2017 a la(s) 3:03 PDT

“We have so many stories from here, it’s hard to know where to start. Apart from our family being members for a very long time, there’s one story which stands out. Fiji were playing France with only nine minutes to go when my beeper went off - my wife had gone into labour. Now that was a big decision to leave the game! It took 13 hours for my daughter to be born, so I actually could have watched the last nine minutes”. John Arkley - Eden Park Member . . #ouredenparktoday #phaseone #phaseonephoto #proofagency

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 7 de Ago de 2017 a la(s) 10:50 PDT

“This job is about passion. It’s not about how many days you work in a row, or how long things take, it’s about creating a product that delivers to your highest personal standards. My work is shown on a very public live stage and there are no opportunities to muck it up. It’s on show every time there’s an event. I don’t wear my pride on a banner, but it’s there, and it’s real. I come in to work even when I’m supposed to be on holiday - that says a lot”. Blair Christiansen - Eden Park Turf Manager . #ouredenparktoday #phaseone #proofagency #phaseonephoto

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 2 de Ago de 2017 a la(s) 7:28 PDT

“The first time I came to Eden Park was for the All Blacks versus Australia game in 1979, and I’ve been to nearly every big game since. I now live just down the road and walk my dog around the park every day – rain or shine. It’s a safe area, an area for the community, and I consider it the garden of Eden”. Mark Darragh - Neighbour and fan . . #ouredenparktoday #proofagency #portrait

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 2 de Ago de 2017 a la(s) 6:34 PDT

“I’m only five and I love rugby and the All Blacks. Mum says I’m very emotional because I sit on the edge of the couch and hide my head under the pillow when my favourite team doesn’t win. I also throw my hands up if they are winning and sometimes I dance and chant and sing (don’t tell anyone!). My family loves going to Eden Park and watching our favourite players. We even met some of the Blues team on the field and have their flags in our bedrooms.” Bruno Stanley - Eden Park neighbour and big rugby fan #ouredenparktoday #phaseone #broncolor #proofagency #phaseonephoto

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 2 de Ago de 2017 a la(s) 6:22 PDT

Mike's Story: I manage a local home which helps thousands of people with alcohol and drug dependency. They come to us because they want to get well and our job is to support them. On game days we charge for car-parking at the house and the money goes towards activities for those who stay with us. Eden Park is not only important to us, it’s important to New Zealand. Since the start of the year, I have been meeting the fans, neighbours and staff at Eden Park and hearing their stories. An exhibition including over 100 large photographs was installed throughout the stadium where they will remain over the next year. #ouredenparktoday #photoexhibition #proofagency #qbrandagency #phaseone #phaseonephoto

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 6 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 4:45 PDT

A 3.6meter print for my upcoming exhibition at Eden Park. #photoexhibition #ouredenparktoday

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 19 de May de 2017 a la(s) 1:17 PDT

From my recent exhibition at Eden Park. Susan “Bubs” Campbell - Corporate FOH Supervisor I was here for the last Rugby World Cup and I’ll be here for the next. I’m a part of something different every day. My moko gets me talking to all sorts of interesting people and helps me connect with people I never dreamed possible. It’s a true honour. #phaseone #ouredenparktoday #photoexhibition #qbrandagency #phaseonephoto

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 5 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 10:29 PDT

John Arkley - Eden Park Member We have so many stories from here, it’s hard to know where to start. Apart from our family being members for a very long time, there’s one story which stands out. Fiji were playing France with only nine minutes to go when my beeper went off - my wife had gone into labour. Now that was a big decision to leave the game! It took 13 hours for my daughter to be born, so I actually could have watched the last nine minutes ! Since the start of the year, I have been meeting the fans, neighbours and staff at Eden Park and hearing their stories. An exhibition including over 100 large photographs was installed throughout the stadium where they will remain over the next year. #ouredenparktoday #proofagency #ouredenparktoday #qbrandagency #phaseone #portraitphotography

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 6 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 7:52 PDT

I work with visitors here every day. From the day I started all I’ve wanted to do is the best I can and to make sure people go home happy. I hope the things I teach the young ones who come through here will help them make the best of every opportunity along the way. I hope I make a difference. – Brian Hill, corporate supervisor #ouredenparktoday #edenparknz #ourneighbourhood 📷 LeeHowell.com

Una publicación compartida de Eden Park (@edenparknz) el 29 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 5:10 PDT

My involvement here dates back to my Mum and Dad. Dad played rugby and met Mum here! When he asked for a date she said no, so Dad asked “If I score a try and convert it, will you go on a date with me?”… she agreed and the rest is history. I vividly remember the All Blacks versus Springbok game in 1981. And the flour bomb, which ended it all. I’ve now been a member myself for over 15 years, and come to every game I can. – Geoff Wicklund, member and local pastor #ouredenparktoday #edenparknz #ourneighbourhood 📷 LeeHowell.com

Una publicación compartida de Eden Park (@edenparknz) el 31 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 7:44 PDT

I have lived down the road from Eden Park since I was a baby so it’s like my backyard. I liked it when we would take our bikes and ride in the car park when there were no cars there. My favourite thing was when all the Eden Park neighbours were invited to the dress rehearsal for the opening ceremony of the Rugby World Cup in 2011. I love hearing the crowd cheering and I can’t wait to go to lots more games. – Madeleine Park, neighbour and Eden Park fan #ouredenparktoday #edenparknz #ourneighbourhood 📷 LeeHowell.com

Una publicación compartida de Eden Park (@edenparknz) el 24 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 9:48 PDT

I manage a local home which helps thousands of people with alcohol and drug dependency. They come to us because they want to get well, and our job is to support them. On game days we charge for carparking at the house and the money goes towards activities for those who stay with us. Eden Park is not only important to us, but it’s important to New Zealand. – Mike Corrigan, Eden Park neighbour #ouredenparktoday #edenparknz #ourneighbourhood 📷 LeeHowell.com

Una publicación compartida de Eden Park (@edenparknz) el 21 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 8:22 PDT

I was here for the last Rugby World Cup and I’ll be here for the next. I’m a part of something different every day. My moko gets me talking to all sorts of interesting people and helps me connect with people I never dreamed possible. It’s a true honour. – Susan “Bubs” Campbell, Corporate FOH Supervisor #ouredenparktoday #edenparknz #ourneighbourhood 📷 LeeHowell.com

Una publicación compartida de Eden Park (@edenparknz) el 18 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 3:15 PDT

On set with Louie and Bruno for the Eden Park 'Our Neighbourhood' project. These two were so excited to be in the All Blacks dressing room, no pressure boys but you better become All Blacks now ! . . #FamousBTSMag #broncolor #digiop #ouredenparktoday #phaseone

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 18 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 7:07 PDT

A behind the scenes look at the first of many portraits that I did for the Eden Park project. Sammie was a chef working in Thailand 20 years ago until he answered a small advert in a local newspaper. Since then he has worked at Eden Park, met his wife in the store room and his green curry has become famous with members. . . #ouredenparktoday #proofagency #qbrandagency #phaseone #portraitphotography #inovativ #digiop #broncolor #FamousBTSMag

Una publicación compartida de Lee Howell (@leehowelldotcom) el 17 de Jul de 2017 a la(s) 7:28 PDT

About Lee Howell:

I capture what you need to communicate.That split second of time that others don’t see.

Growing up in the U.K., I first embarked on a career in automotive engineering that took me to Formula One as a race team mechanic. After being inspired by my brother’s travel images, I bought my first SLR camera in 2002 and began teaching myself to shoot.

After moving to New Zealand in 2006 I put down the spanners in favour of a fulltime career behind the camera. Since then I’ve developed a reputation for producing high quality, professional images for corporate, editorial and advertising clients alike.

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