Karli Harrison Photographer

Matt's Family Photography Penrith Cazenovia Hall Meet Matt and his gorgeous family! They got together for a holiday at the stunning Cazenovia Hall in Penrith, Cumbria. The reason for getting together was a very special occasion as Matt's parents were celebrating their Ruby wedding anniversary. 40 wonderful years together! We had a lovely time making the most of the gardens at Cazenovia Hall, as well as using the interior for some more natural shots of the family as they enjoyed some time together. Despite a wet start the weather was glorious by afternoon so we were even able to take some...


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Lucy & Liam's Wedding Photography Stanley House Blackburn Introducing the stunning Lucy, Liam and their adorable son, Ruben! This bride and groom chose to celebrate their wedding day at Stanley House in Blackburn with their friends and family. Their day was fun packed and relaxed, full of the most important people to them. My favourite moment from bride prep was the first look with the bridesmaids - not a shot every bride wants but always packed full of emotion! The ladies all looked stunning in their soft pink gowns, blending nicely with the classy neutral colour scheme of the day....


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Geraldine's Maternity Shoot Preston Photographer Meet the gorgeous Geraldine and her beautiful little family. I had the pleasure of meeting with them for Geraldine's maternity photo shoot in Avenham Park in Preston, Lancashire. On the day of the shoot there was a rave going on in the park which was certainly a first. It was entertaining to say the least! We also had some lovely sunshine which made for some gorgeous light. Avenham park is perfect for photo shoots, I've always enjoying going there for engagement, family and maternity sessions. It's a large park filled with trees, hills,...


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I Don't Want My Pictures on Social Media or Online, is That Possible? A number of times over the years, just once in a while, I get a request to keep a potential client's photos off social media and my blog. How do I, as the photographer, feel about this? I completely and utterly understand not wanting photos online! Especially when it comes to your children, you may not want to have those photos in plain sight for just anyone to see. Also your privacy is very important, and you may simply wish not to have your photos online. I always work along with a client - if they prefer to keep...


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Lancashire Wedding Photographer Near Me Often people come across my website by Googling "wedding photographer near me". It's definitely a huge plus if a photographer has been to your wedding venue before, but personally I find myself travelling all across the UK - and I've even photographed weddings in Italy and Spain! So if a photographer hasn't been to your wedding venue before but you love their work, what can you do? I usually have a trial run of the wedding venue(s) before the big day. You just never know if that little place in the country isn't recognised by Google Maps, or if the timings...


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Emma's Whinfell Forest Family Photography Meet Emma and her gorgeous little family! I had the privilege of joining them last weekend at Whinfell Forest Center Parcs in Cumbria. We had a nice stroll together, making the most of the lush greenery of the trees for their photos. The main wildlife to be seen were the friendly ducks, no doubt hoping for some free handouts! The weather was overcast, but yet bright enough to provide some nice light for Emma's photos. As pretty as sunshine can be, working with diffused overcast light is much more flattering. Less harsh shadows and no squinting subjects!...


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Mottram Hall Wedding Photographer Cheshire Once in a while I work at a venue that's incredibly striking. I absolutely love what I do for a living - travelling around the UK to many different gorgeous venues that I would have otherwise known nothing about and never seen. Mottram Hall was one of those venues. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Cheshire, Mottram Hall stands as a beacon of romance and elegance, drawing couples from far and wide to say "I do" amidst its enchanting grounds. But beyond its picturesque beauty lies a rich history that adds depth and character to this coveted wedding...


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Pre Wedding Photos Why have a pre wedding shoot before your wedding day? Many wonder what the point is with their wedding on the horizon. Many couples book me as their wedding photographer well in advance - months, if not years before the big day. Most couples who book me for a pre wedding shoot also ask me to photograph their wedding so It's always nice to talk through the final details with a couple in person. Get Comfortable in Front of the Camera For many couples, having their photo taken can feel awkward and uncomfortable. I totally get it! I feel the same about having...


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Wedding Photography Packages The first thing people usually ask me when they get in touch is what are my prices and packages. Obviously a very important part of booking a wedding photographer! My main package is a full day package. Most couples prefer to have someone cover photography from bride prep (sometimes groom prep too if he's nearby!) the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the evening reception until just after the First Dance. I do get variations on this package though which is why I'm always happy to tailor a package to suit each couple. Some brides and grooms have requested:...


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Is Wedding Photography Hard? Many people assume that wedding photographers show up on a wedding day, stand around and take photographs and that's their job. Simple! The truth? There is SO much more to it than you might think! Wedding photographers spend much more time on the admin side of their business than the actual shooting photographs. A few examples: We correspond with potential and booked clients. Getting in touch and replying by email, texts and phone calls. Sometimes in person client meetings when requested and video calls. We work on our website - blogging, adding...


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