2012 Favourites

2012 has been a great year - we celebrated our first anniversary of the studio being open, we have grown in different areas of photography such as commercial, newborn and boudoir and we have had more weddings and portrait sittings then any other year.

I have enjoyed every single wedding this year but there is always one or two photographs that really stand out to me - it might not be your favourite or you might not get why i like it as much as i do, but below are a few of the wedding pictures I can honestly say "This is my Favourite" 

We spent the morning with Gemma while she was getting ready with her bridesmaids, it was so quiet and calm, Wayne said "it must be nerves, shes never quiet" I'm not sure if it was nerves but just pure emotion as when Gemma walked down the isle with her dad she was very emotional as was Wayne when he turned to watch. 

I love this picture with the tear just about to flow

When we first met Pat and Graham, Pat was quick to tell us "I don't like having my photos taken" and at the pre-wedding shoot she said the same again...I was a little worried about the formal shots Pat wanted, but wow! They had some awesome photos and turns out Pat is very photogenic. This was our first outside wedding and it was such a beautiful day.

I love this picture because the Bride & Groom are relaxed and happy, they got married with family and close friends watching on. Plus being a friend of mine it was lovely to see Louise on her big day looking so beautiful.....I do miss her count down! 

Paparazzi!

I wonder what Rachel's thinking?

Horse drawn carriage, Top hat and tails and Giggling bridesmaids

I wonder what their talking about?  My cousin Stacey looked stunning, after months of planning and a hectic morning, in this picture she looks relaxed and happy!

Simply....love this! 

We stole them away for a few moments, Laura hitched up her dress for a quick get away with the help of Wez.

I know its cheating, three photos in one, but i will always remember this moment as will Wez and Laura. After posing in the tree (We didn't make them, it was their idea!!) Wez got down and realized he had split his trousers....I still say he was pushed out the tree!

We have had some fantastic portraits throughout 2012, once again My most favourite's! 

This group of ladies booked in for a photo session to celebrate turning 40.....ssshhh I didn't say that! They didn't come on their own they brought their daughters too. So through all the giggles, proper laughter and even tears they had blast as did we. I love this photo because they have been friends since school days and this photo shows true friendship and love.

This picture speaks for its self!

Lauren was fantastic to photograph such a natural beauty, there is not one photo i don't like! 

What is so nice about this photo is the fact Lauren is camera shy and wasn't as keen as her mom was to have her photo taken, but every photo of Lauren you would think she was a pro!

Boudoir shoots are not for everyone, Sam wanted something sexy and to be proud of after having two children! Sam had an up close and personal soot to show of her curves in a mysterious way. 

This young lady was shy to begin with but soon got stuck into the fun filled photo shoot with her Brother & Sister.

What more can i say!

Party Season

Happy New Year!

 It's January the 5th and I'm still in holiday mode and what doesn't help is I know I still have loads of chocolate stashed away ready and waiting for me to eat it......healthy eating will start after iv eaten it all!

What a busy month December was for us not only did we have photo shoots, makeovers and commercial work but party season was upon us and we were fully booked every weekend at Ingleside House with Christmas parties, so there was lots of dancing, gorgeous food and of course party hats.

We were at Ingleside House again on New Years Eve. We had a studio set-up and printing was available on the night. Also there was a Casino, Bespoke DJ and The Flaming Feathers (a vintage dance troupe) which of course was the fabulous entertainment! The Masquerade theme was fantastic for photos with every one keen on being photographed in their masks. As the night continued so did the dancing! The night ended with a wonderful firework display to celebrate and welcome the New Year!

Merry Christmas!

Wow!! What a busy few weeks!! 

We have been very busy with commercial, event and portrait photography. We have also filmed a few nativity plays too! We have had couples, babies, family's and pets popping by for photographs for Christmas gifts. With so many things going on I haven't had time to share photos with you, so below are a few of my Christmas favourites.

 Merry Christmas to you all!!

Smash the Cake! Happy 1st Birthday Clay

Jenna and Ross thought a great way to celebrate their sons 1st birthday was to let him have a Smash the Cake session with us at the studio, Clay wasn't keen at first but after lots of encouragement soon got stuck in! As did Dad thanks to Clay wanting to give him a cake covered cuddle of which Mum found funny but soon had cuddles too!

To begin with we took a few photos of Clay (while he was clean) to introduce him to the camera and the surroundings we had balloons, bubbles and toys at the ready but soon learnt Clay, since learning to walk is a fast mover and kept us all on our toes. 

Happy Birthday Clay!

Make Over Shoot!

I have wanted to offer makeover shoots for ages to our clients and finally we can!

Last Friday  i arranged for Kerry (a very lovely Makeup Artist) to work her magic on two gorgeous ladies who volunteered for the shoot Lettie - a yummy mummy of two and Emily - A 17yr old aspiring model. So the kettles on and  biscuits at the ready!

Up First Lettie!

Lettie showed up with a bag of clothes and soon got discussing outfits and makeup. Lettie confessed like lots of ladies she doesn't often wear makeup but Kerry was great at advising her with colours /tones and soon got to work, giving tips along the way! After the makeup had finished it was time to unleash "my inner Elle McPherson" Lettie said! And she was such a natural! As well as my poses she did some of her own too!

Up next Emily
Being an aspiring model Emily feels at ease in front of the camera but the makeover was a new experience. Emily had a rock look going on.....so bring on the heavy black makeup and wild hair! I used both the studio and the local park for the photo shoot and Emily posed away.