Professional photographer on a day out! Before the wedding season gets into full swing, it was great to spend a day out with local colleagues Dave Court and Kevin Pengelly to visit a group of other professional photographers in Belfast. The day started with a trip around the murals in the estates most affected during ‘The Troubles’. The Crown in Belfast provided the scene for lunch – a beautiful watering hole, owned by The National Trust! A tour of the Titanic Exhibition and photographs of the Harland & Wolff yard filled the afternoon. The evening was spent in the company of Stanley Matchett MBE who has been a press photographer in Belfast since the 1960’s and provided a fascinating talk and picture show. All in all a fantastic day giving a great insight to Belfast.
Author: davidislip
-
Professional Photographer on a day out!
-
Baby Photography
Baby photography – It was great to see Lauren and Stuart again and meet for the first time the addition to their family, Scarlett. Lauren and Stuart wanted a few photos of Scarlett as well as a couple of them as a family. Scarlett was so good and in no time at all we managed to get some nice images.
-
Haughley Park Barn Wedding Photography – Katherine & Matthew
It was a warm day when we arrived at Haughley Park Barn, Suffolk, for the Wedding of Katherine and Matthew. Katherine and her family were getting ready in The Farmhouse together with Katherine’s Matron of Honour, Nicola, whose Wedding we photographed earlier in the year at Crabbs Barn, Essex, with Katherine as Bridesmaid! Meanwhile, Matt, his Best Man and Usher, had arrived so we took a few pictures of them with the Aston Martin they arrived in. Everybody was soon ready in the Farmhouse so we took a few photographs inside and some outside. With all the Guests seated for the Ceremony, Katherine made her way accompanied by her brothers, Mike and Stephen, Nicola and the Flowergirls, Jemima and Iris into the entrance of the Barn. With Mike and Stephen escorting Katherine down the aisle Matt’s breath was taken away as Katherine reached the front and the emotion of the day got to Nicola as well during her reading. Following the Ceremony, Katherine and Matt led their Guests outside to the Drinks Reception. Not leaving them too long, especially as it was threatening to rain, the requested family group pictures were taken. Fortunately, the weather held so whilst the Guests mingled Katherine and Matt went for a walk with the Flowergirls, then the rest of the Bridal Party joined them in front of the House, for a couple of pictures. Haughley Park Barn is wonderful for some lovely photographic opportunities which we were eager to explore together with Katherine and Matt. Rejoining their Guests Katherine and Matt had a little time with their Guests before the confetti pictures . The Speeches followed the Wedding Breakfast and afterwards as the evening Guests arrived we took a few relaxed pictures as well as catching up with Kris, Nicola’s husband,and family members. A sunset picture in front of the house was a must before the First Dance and later a couple of nightime pictures. A lovely day!
-
Turkey Mill Wedding Photography – Lisa & Colin
The beautiful Turkey Mill Wedding Venue, in Maidsone, Kent, was where Lisahhjj and Colin picked for their Civil Ceremony and Reception. Before going there we travelled to Lisa and Colin’s home which is where Lisa was getting ready and where we met up with David of Rideout Productions. Everything was going well and on time and we captured some nice images together with the details shots. Once everybody was ready we took a few pictures before leaving to go to Turkey Mill. Although we had been to Turkey Mill before, this was our first time photographing a Wedding there. The landscaped gardens looked lovely and with such wonderful weather it looked extra beautiful. We found Colin and his Groomsmen and took their pictures in between Guests’ arrival pictures. Lisa arrived with her Mum, who was giving her away, at the front of Turkey Mill and we were able to take a few pictures of Lisa on her own as well as with her Mum before the Ceremony. Together with her Bridesmaids they then made their way over the bridge towards the Orangery where the Ceremony was held. Afterwards Lisa and Colin stepped out onto the lawn and greeted their Guests before the requested family pictures were taken. Later as the Guests continued to enjoy the Drinks Reception we took Lisa and Colin for a short walk for a few pictures of them together, before returning to take the confetti pictures. The Wedding Breakfast was held in the Garden Room, followed by the Speeches. Lisa and Colin wanted to make the most of this wonderful Wedding Venue so we were more than happy to go for a different walk around the grounds, including the Turkey Mill Pond and the tumbling Waterfall. Turkey Mill in the evening provided Lisa and Colin with wonderful backdrops which we captured. As for Lisa and Colin’s First Dance, wow! A great rehearsed dance, so good! A wonderful day, a lovely couple, a superb Wedding Venue and great to see Sarah and Will again and their family, thank you for recommending us! Oh yes, and in case you don’t take our word for it we recognised Turkey Mill as the setting for the wedding of Dr Watson in the recent Sherlock series on BBC 1!
-
Family Pictures
We have created family pictures several times for Vicki, Sean and their son Owen since Vicki and Sean’s wedding at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon. Deciding this time to go for some environmental portraits this time, we went for a walk to find a suitable spot for some outside pictures. It turned out to be between some trees between the local rugby and cricket grounds, it’s often what we leave out that makes a difference! With Owen just walking, it was good fun and we ended up with some nice relaxed family pictures. We are looking forward to seeing them all again in 2014 at a family wedding they recommended us for.
-
The Fennes Estate Wedding Photography – Danielle & Tom
Fennes was the chosen Wedding Venue for Danielle and Tom’s Wedding Day. From the moment we stepped through the door excitement was plentiful! The girls were busily getting ready and with lots to photograph there was no time to lose! Everything was going well downstairs with the men making sure they were looking their best and getting ready for their pictures to be taken. Once the girls were ready we took a few portraits, also including Danielle’s parents. The Civil Ceremony was held in the Pavilion and afterwards everybody went outside. Following a few family pictures and capturing some informal shots, it was time for a few together pictures of Danielle and Tom around the grounds. We had an enjoyable time taking the Bridal Party fun pictures later. Danielle and Tom received their Guests before they entered the Marquee for the Wedding Breakfast. Irie J provided the entertainment during this time and it was great to see him again. Coverage of the Speeches provided us with some wonderful relaxed pictures. Evening Guests arrived later and after capturing some couple shots, it was time for the First Dance, with Irie J singing again. Not long afterwards we left them all to continue the celebrations. A lovely day and nice to work with White Dress Films again.
-
Pre-Wedding Pictures
We met Amanda and Damien again just before their Wedding at Gosfield Hall, Essex, for their pre-wedding pictures meeting.
-
Doe Show 2014, Ulting, Essex reportage photography
Today I have been covering the Doe Show at Ulting Essex reportage photography style was the order of the day. Lots of farmers, construction workers and students from across the South East of England.
-
Fennes Wedding Photography – Emily & Geoffrey
It was a beautiful day when we arrived at The Fennes Estate for the pictures of Emily’s final preparations for her Wedding Day. After taking some photographs upstairs, we used the opportunity of using the Gold Room for a few pictures before making our way to the Church. All Saints Church, Cressing was where we went to and met Geoffrey, his Ushers and Best Man for their pictures. We used the shade and coolness of the Church door for their pictures before it was time for Geoffrey to go inside. Emily arrived soon afterwards and took her Mother’s arm as they walked up the path and into the Church. Once the service had finished, Emily and Geoffrey came out of the Church followed by their Guests. After a couple of pictures and confetti pictures it was time to leave for the Reception. Fennes looked stunning in the sunshine and as we arrived with Emily and Geoffrey we made the most of the setting for their pictures whilst the Guests were arriving. The Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception outside whilst requested family group pictures took place later. Following the Speeches after the Wedding Breakfast everybody had time to enjoy the evening sunshine before the cake cutting and First Dance. We left feeling happy and confident we had recorded the events of Emily and Geoffrey’s Wedding Day in a good way.
-
Booking a budget photographer
Another local budget photographer has recently gone into administration unable to pay their bills! Undoubtedly there are now a number or worried Brides to be!
For our client’s peace of mind – we own our equipment outright, we do not have to pay rent on a shop as we work from home and all our taxes are paid ontime, so we will still be here when it is time for your wedding……. or do you still want to save a few pounds on your wedding photographs and book a budget photographer?
