Helen & Martin

Two weeks ago we got a rare treat - we got to go somewhere new, that we hadn't been to before! We were headed Leicestershire way, to a lovely small village called Thrussington for Helen & Martin's wedding. First off we made a stop for a shots of the girls getting ready. I love this subtle reminder on the calender.

Before they finished all the champagne, we headed off to church to meet the chaps - who had to walk all of 50 yards from Martin's parents place to the church!

After the ceremony we grabbed a few shots around church, but I really couldn't wait to get the the reception at the Carriage Hall, at Plumtree.

Although the theme of the day was in danger of being 'windswept', Helen carried on bravely and we got some great fun filled shots.

And some fantastic shots around the Hall too.

Congratulations Helen & Martin!

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Laura & Richard

After an absence we have lots of new stuff to be showing off here!

We'll start with a wedding we went to a few weeks ago in the height of spring - Laura & Richard's lovely countryside wedding at Morley Church, and Morley Hayes.

We were around to shoot the arrivals at church and met Richard early for his close up pic before the crowds descended.

During the ceremony we shot discreetly from the back so as not to intrude, and also managed a few sneaky shots when the registers were being signed.

The beautiful church at Morley, above.

After the ceremony, and a few running repairs to small people's suits, shoes, and dresses, we were off to the lovely Morley Hayes.

Most of Morley Hayes has been refurbished over the winter, and what fantastic work they have done, check out this room, all set for the wedding breakfast.

Congratulations Laura & Richard, we look forward to seeing you back at the studio soon for your portrait session!

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Natasha & David

Another visit to the amazing Breadsall Priory! This time to share Natasha & David's day for their stylish wedding.

Natasha and her gang were getting ready at the hotel, so we had to have a wander over to see how they were getting on.

The lighting in the room was pretty awful and yellow for photography, and we rarely like to use flash as it completely kills the atmosphere and makes it harder for people to concentrate, so we settled on some stylish  available light black and white documentary shots to start things off.

And of course the stunning details.

After we decided to leave the girls in peace, we went off in search of the boys to see how they turned out. With everyone looking good we grabbed a few shots outside, and then got one of my faves from the day - a shot of David looking anxious-ish at the front of the room, just before the Bride's big entrance.

Ceremony shots were discreet and from the back of the room, as usual.

After the registers were signed, and we had a few shots with families, we got to play in the gardens.

Best bit!

We have a very well liked shot of Breadsall on our reception wall that can't be taken on a bright summery, blue sky kind of day, and we promised to replicate it for Natasha & David if the conditions allowed. Luckily they did, and we got some high drama :)

What a backdrop!

We never feel like we're totally finished until we grab a shot of kids being cute...

Congratulations Natasha & David! 

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Daisy In The Snow

In keeping with our current theme of taking small children outside in crazy temperatures and freezing them, here's Daisy braving the snow for us a few weeks ago.

We actually had this session set up well before the snow arrived, but far from deciding to postpone, we were all the more keen for a trip out to Markeaton Park and a good wander round.

Daisy was a proper trouper, up for way more snowy sheningans than us old folks could manage, we even got her to carry the reflector for us!

Putting the reflector to good use above. And below, would you believe this was shot on the same day?

Jessica's Hats.

Here are a few pictures from a freezing cold autumny-wintery portrait session we shot with Jess.

We all had a great time despite the temperatures barely hitting freezing, and because the session was late in the afternoon after school, we managed just 20 or 30 minutes shooting before the last of the lovely autumn sunshine had disappeared, and we all wanted warm drinks.

We wanted to make the most of the beautiful autumn colours, and of course show off Jess' collection of funky hats and scarves.

Hopefully these shots show what can be achieved in very litle time, with little light and harsh conditions, one camera, one reflector, and a great desire to be back inside :)

Here's a last shot, hatless.

What a brave young lady, well done!

Hayley & Nick

Still in Autumn 2010, we were over at the delightful Shottle Hall to spend the afternoon with Hayley & Nick.

We had a sneak upstairs to grab a few getting ready shots, but were really taken with a shot of all the dresses before they were inhabited by people.

Next we organised a shot of the chaps all arriving looking cool, with a backdrop of the beautiful Ecclesbourne Valley.

Which was swiftly followed by Hayley negotiaing the main staircase, which she managed with wonderful grace - well done!

After the civil ceremony we organised several family groups and took a wander off around the grounds for some more chilled out shots.

Finishing up with my fave of the day by the main entrance, lit by remote flash to overpower the overcast daylight and inject a bit of drama into the proceedings.

And the cupcake fairy came. Nice one!