The photography world is just packed to the brim with terms that describe and define styles of wedding photography. With categories such as Reportage, Photojournalism, Fine Art, Editorial, Creative and so many more, it can feel a tad confusing when you start looking for your wedding photographer. Nope...I'm not going to define them all! I just don't think it's necessary to … [Read more...]
How to Navigate your Formal Images
Can I be truly honest with you? I’m not a huge fan of endless formal images. Many couples find the experience fairly stressful and I know from experience that most will choose candid images over the more formal ones in their wedding album. However, I still think they are super important and here’s why….. Over the 10 years that I have now been documenting weddings, I … [Read more...]
3 Things to ask BEFORE you Book a Photographer
Let's say you have whittled your list down to a handful of prospective photographers. You love their images, their prices are similar…so how do you make that final decision? Here's my Top 3 Things to ask before you book them! 1. Ask to see at least ONE entire wedding Photographers are selective about what they show! Don’t tell everyone but we tend to showcase our best work. … [Read more...]
8 Top Tips to Keep You Calm on Your Wedding Morning (& get the best pictures)
The morning of a wedding is filled with so much excitement, mixed in with a good dose of nerves and emotions. So here’s my top tips for navigating through your wedding morning with ease, making sure you keep calm and in control. Timelines Getting your timings right on the morning is SO IMPORTANT! There is nothing more stressful to a bride than not being ready as the … [Read more...]
5 Conversations to have BEFORE the Wedding!
As a wedding photographer I am given a very unique perspective of a wedding day. I am privileged with the task of silently witnessing every aspect of a wedding, from bridal preparations through to the dancing. Over the past 9 years I have been documented and observed hundreds and hundreds of weddings. I have watched as things go to plan…..and also when they haven’t!! So … [Read more...]
Wedding Florist Devon – Laura Hingston
I have had the great pleasure of working with Laura Hingston many times over the past few years. Every single time, without fail, her creations leave me in an absolute state of awe and amazement. She is not only one of the most talented floral designers in the industry but she is also one of the nicest people you will ever meet! Contact me for your … [Read more...]
What’s Trending in Weddings?
Are you wondering what the latest trends in weddings are? As a photographer I get to see all the latest and greatest and today I am sharing some of those trends with you. TaskRabbit There are hundreds of apps available now to a modern bride which can help with everything from building a wedding website to scheduling a fitness program in preparation for the big day. … [Read more...]
My Favourite Wedding Favours
When it comes to wedding favours, there's an array of possibilities available to you. It's perhaps one of the most personal touches that you can add to your day allowing you to connect and thank those loved ones who have come to share your day. Over the years I have seen so many fabulous gifts ranging from the deeply personal to the beautifully simple to the hugely delicious … [Read more...]
The Role of a Wedding Planner
I have had the pleasure of working with a great many wedding planners over the years and have seen first hand the enormous difference they can make to the smooth running of a wedding day. However, I have found that many couples don’t even consider hiring a planner, so I asked the fabulous Jennifer Phipps from Jenny Wren Weddings and Events based in Cornwall to write a guest … [Read more...]
Keeping calm on your Wedding Day
Keeping calm on the morning of your wedding day (and getting the best pictures from your photographer) is easier said than done! One of the absolute pleasures of my job is being able to witness the bridal preparations on the morning of the wedding. It is without question, one of my favourite parts of the day for so many reasons. Firstly, it’s so exciting! Everyone is a great … [Read more...]