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  • Horsemeat found in wedding photography!

    The scandal continues now that authorities have discovered up to 100% Horsemeat in some wedding photography.  The culture of cheap deals has been blamed with large quantities of untested, unregulated snappers looking to make a quick buck and hoping that nobody will find out.

    A government spokesman said Horsemeat in wedding photography was only hazardous to the health of the snapper, the lack of a Bride’s happy memory of her big day was only an issue for Civil Courts.

    Miss Hacked Offbride, a spokesperson for Disgruntled Brides Association, said she was surprised to find that despite having good cameras some unqualified photographers were delivering 100% horsemeat!

    Qualified Professional Photographers who are Members of The British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) and Master Photographers Association (MPA) seem less affected by this scandal and are seeing an increase in trade.

    Further revelations regarding other wedding trades are expected soon.

  • Children's Portraits

    It was lovely to meet Finlay again, as the first time we met him was in 2009 for some photographs of him.  This time we met his twin sisters, Maia and Thea, who were five months old.  Finlay was brilliant with his two younger sisters and we had a very busy but enjoyable time with them all. children's-photographer-essex

  • Child & Family Portraits

    We spent an enjoyable time with Shirin, Matt and their son, Charlie, at their home in November.  They wanted a few pictures of  Charlie as well a couple of family pictures.  With pictures inside as well as outside it was a very successful morning.child-portrait-photographer-essex

  • Wedding Photography for Carrie-Anne & Adam – Parklands, Quendon Hall

    It was a mild sunny late Autumn day when we arrived at Parklands for the Wedding of Carrie-Anne and Adam.  With plenty going on, Carrie-Anne, the Bridesmaids, the flower girls all getting ready, there was much to photograph.  Adam had some pictures taken when he was ready before greeting the Guests as they were arriving. wedding-photographer-essex-parklands Following the Civil Ceremony, Carrie-Anne and Adam made their way outside towards the fountain which made a beautiful backdrop to some pictures.  Canapes and Drinks were enjoyed by everybody, whilst some group pictures were taken.  Later, making the most of the wonderful weather and grounds we took Carrie-Anne and Adam for a walk around Parklands, ending with some lovely Bride and Groom together shots down the drive to Parklands.wedding-photographer-essex-parklands-quendon hall After the Wedding Breakfast and Speeches, Carrie-Anne and Adam asked for some pictures of the two of them at the Parklands Bridal Cottage.  Thanks to Vince of Parklands acting as Chaffeur this happened and with not keeping them from their Guests for too long.wedding-photographer-essex-parklands bridal cottage The Evening Guests arrived before the First Dance and a short time afterwards we took our leave.

    As ever it was a pleasure to work with David from Rideout Productions who did the filming.

  • Wedding Photography for Sally & Steve – Braxted Park, Witham

    Sally and Steve chose the beautiful Wedding Venue, Braxted Park, for their Wedding.  Sally was getting ready in the house, and when we arrived preparations were going well and with ample space for everybody to move around some nice images were captured.  The rain that had been falling during the morning fortunately had stopped for some pictures of Steve outside with his Best Man and Parents. Sally and Steve had an early Wedding Ceremony  as they wanted ” to make the most of a wonderful day”.  The Wedding Ceremony was held in the Orangery and afterwards, Sally and Steve and ourselves went out towards the front of the House, whilst the Guests went the other way to the steps for the ‘everybody’ picture. wedding-photographer-essex-braxted park After this picture, with help from the Bridesmaids in keeping Sally’s dress from getting wet, Sally and Steve were showered in confetti before the Drinks Reception.  Allowing time for socialising and for us taking some informal pictures, a few requested family photographs were taken, before making our way towards the Gazebo, where it was dry underfoot for some pictures. With the Bridal Party joining us as well we took a few fun pictures before they returned to the Pavilion leaving us with Sally and Steve.  A change of footwear for Sally, an extremely quick drive to the Lake, a few pictures before returning to their Guests.  The Wedding Breakfast was followed by the Speeches and towards the latter part of the Speeches  the late afternoon sun was peering through the trees so after the Speeches Sally and Steve were more than happy to take advantage of this. wedding-photographer-essex-braxted park Sally and Steve’s evening celebrations started with the arrival of their evening Guests, then the Bouquet toss before the First Dance.  Sally and Steve performed a fantastic rehearsed First Dance which delighted everybody. With the lights on around Braxted Park, Sally and Steve wanted a few evening pictures which we enjoyed doing before leaving them to continue with their party.    wedding-photographer-essex-braxted park

  • Family Portraits

    It was lovely to see Kerstin and Kevin again as the last time we saw them was when they were married in 2006!  They wanted a few pictures of their daughters, Bella and Abbie, and some family pictures, outside if possible.  Unfortunately, the weather was not kind so we had to stay inside, but we were not disappointed with the results.  family-portrait-photographer-essex

  • Baby Photographs

    It was a nice to see Jess and Martin again and a pleasure to take some photographs of their son, Charlie.  Jess and Martin were married at Layer Marney Tower in 2010.portrait-photographer-essex

  • Wedding Photography for Pam & Dan – The Fennes, Bocking

    Pam and Dan chose the lovely Fennes Estate for their Wedding in the Autumn last year.  Both of them were getting ready at Fennes so we were able to capture a range of different pictures before the Civil Ceremony. Following the Ceremony in the Pavilion, Pam and Dan made their way to the front of Fennes for the release of doves.wedding-photographer-essex-fennes With their Guests watching indoors as it was raining and after capturing a few photographs Pam and Dan enjoyed time socialising with their Guests during the Drinks Reception.  A few requested family group pictures were taken in the Gold Room and a short time afterwards, with the rain easing off, we ventured outside with Pam and Dan.  Using the Gazebo as it was dry made for some nice pictures and on our way back to the House, with the weather improved, the Bridal Party joined us for some fun, relaxed pictures outside the House.essex-wedding-photographer-fennes Later the Wedding Breakfast commenced followed by the Speeches.   Pam had proposed to Dan onthe 29th February and hearing the story made for some good pictures in the Speeches.  Whilst their Evening Guests were arriving we took a couple of pictures of the two of them inside Fennes before their First Dance.essex-wedding-photographer-fennes

  • Thank You

    Thank you to everybody who came to the Charter Hall Wedding Fair, Colchester today.  It was great seeing and talking to so many couples and look forward to meeting some of you again.

  • Charter Hall Wedding Fair – Sunday 3rd February – 10.30am-3.30pm

    David and I will be exhibiting our Wedding Photography at the Wedding Fair at Charter Hall, Colchester, this Sunday.  This is one of the best and most popular Wedding Fairs and is well worth a visit.  We look forward to seeing you.