Introduction to Engagement ShootsHave you ever wondered why engagement shoots are taking off? These relaxed sessions not only help you and your partner get comfortable in front of the camera but also allow you to build a rapport with your photographer. I remember one example, where I worked with a bride-to-be who was anxious due to illness.

Capturing Timeless Wedding Photos During the Golden Hour When the sun kisses the horizon, bathing the world in a golden hue, magic truly happens. Wedding photographs taken during this golden hour, whether at dawn or dusk, create an ethereal glow that no artificial light can mimic. This brief window of time offers soft, diffused rays that flatter skin

An Introduction To Editing Wedding Photos Imagine you've just had the best day of your life, and now you’re eagerly waiting to see the photos. But have you ever wondered what happens between your wedding day and the moment you receive those stunning images? Let’s dive into the behind-the-scenes magic that brings your wedding photos to life. The

The Importance of a Photographer's Experience Ask about their experience. It might sound obvious, but knowing how long they’ve been in the trade and the number of weddings that fill their portfolio tells you a lot. A seasoned photographer, one who's navigated everything from finishing touches in quaint village churches to fireworks lighting up a sprawling manor's sky,

Creating a Comfortable and Relaxed Atmosphere When we first connect, expect a warm and friendly conversation where we get to know each other. I love hearing about how you met and any special details of your relationship. It’s all about creating a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere right from the start. Imagine us sitting down over a cup of tea—cake

The Timeless Magic of Documentary Wedding Photography Have you ever flipped through an old wedding album and suddenly found yourself grinning ear to ear? Maybe you even felt your heart swell with the same joy and excitement as if you were right back in that moment. There's something undeniably magical about those candid, unposed photos that capture the

Smiling has never been so difficult as when posing for a family photograph. I remember as a child, standing rigid as a board, whilst we tried to capture the perfect family portrait. Bright lights, uncomfortable clothes, and a forced smile.The pictures never really looked like my family and that’s why I do things differently. For me, the

A micro wedding is a wedding with 20 guests or less. Give or take. And after recent events, they are set to be one of the biggest wedding trends of next year.Micro weddings can be similar to a “normal” wedding, but on a much smaller scale. With only your nearest and dearest invited, there is much less expectation to

The Runnymede on Thames What a pleasure it was to be the photographer at Joy and Paul's wedding at The Runnymede Hotel in Egham, Surrey. It was a fantastic day; the sky was blue, and I was able to make the most of the wedding venue's riverside location and captured some great shots of the bride and

The Talbot Inn I like my photography to focus on creative and relaxed storytelling. I aim to record the personal and memorable moments of a couple's wedding day without intruding or causing a fuss so that everyone feels comfortable and this keeps a natural feel to the images.At Claudette and Glen's wedding in Ripley, Surrey, I candidly