Built in 1891, the stunning Hillbark Hotel is located in the Wirral and is a truly spectacular wedding venue. I was there a few months ago as a second wedding cinematographer for the day. I am incredibly excited to be going back again soon, but this time working as a wedding photographer which is my passion. Having worked at the Hillbark before, I know what to expect, a fantastic venue located on beautiful parkland, and the staff are a true pleasure to be around.
The wedding was a beautiful one, and the weather was just about on our side until it started to rain and then thunder. Thankfully...
I had the pleasure of working as Claire and Trevor's wedding photographer for the day. It was one filled with special touches that made it truly unique. I just love weddings like theirs! It makes the occasion so personal for the couple, and definitely more memorable for all of the guests.
At the very start of the day while Claire was getting ready, she was shown into a bedroom where a collection of gifts had been laid out on the bed for her. As soon as she saw the stuffed monkey called Mojo, the excitement and surprise on her face was clear to see!! Mojo and Claire go way back to when Claire...
Northop Hall Wedding Photography
I ended up joining Claire and Roger a bit last minute, but it was a decision that I certainly didn’t regret!! From the very start of the day, both Claire and Roger were lovely to be around, and the general mood of the wedding was a fantastic one. I first met Claire in the bridal suite at Northop Hall, North Wales where she was getting ready, and she was one of the most chilled out and happy brides that I’ve ever met!! From the moment I walked in the room, I got a bit excited. All of the little details from the day were gorgeous, and I couldn’t wait to photograph...
Liverpool Wedding Photography Sefton Park, Alicia Hotel
I had the pleasure of joining Leigh and Matthew as their wedding photographer a few weeks ago for their beautiful day at Slicia Hotel, Sefton Park in Liverpool. Leigh had mentioned that she wanted natural pictures, which is right up my street! There is nothing I love more than shooting a wedding from the background, capturing moments in a more photo journalistic style as it makes for beautifully natural pictures. I don't mind doing the odd posed picture at a wedding, after all, it is about what the couple want. But I do admit that I prefer...
I met up with the lovely Mandy and Jamie for their pre wedding photography session at a scenic spot in Lancaster. The couple are soon going to have their wedding at the stunning West Tower, which they are obviously excited about!
The evening I met up with Mandy and Jamie, it was going dark, so there was very little time to capture their pictures. We went for a walk along a gorgeous river, and through some fields where I ended up laying flat on the ground shooting through the grass, which I love to do as it creatives such an interesting perspective. Even though it was going dark, there was a nice...
Cumbria Wedding Photography
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of working as Chris and Kelly's wedding photographer in the gorgeous Abbey House Hotel in Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria. The day was an emotional one, just one look at groom Chris as Kelly walked up the aisle, and you could see how moved he was to see his bride. I love looking at the groom when all other eyes are on the bride, the emotion is truly beautiful! Kelly was the epitome of the radiant bride, she was beaming throughout the whole day. It was no wonder Chris looked so moved! It's little moments like this that still pull at my heart,...
I had the pleasure of joining up with Sarah as she was getting ready on her wedding day. As soon as I walked through the door I could feel such a happy, relaxed atmosphere. Obviously a wedding day is always a joyous occasion, but on Sarah’s day it was clear that the party had already started! This made her wedding photography easy for me, as everyone was clearly enjoying themselves and forgetting I was there. This allowed me to capture more natural pictures, which I love to do. I've done a couple weddings where the environment was very calm, and quite a few where everyone is incredibly excited....
Lake District Wedding Photography, Linthwaite House Hotel
I love pre- wedding shoots. They allow me to get to know the couple before their big day, and it also helps the couple to see how I work. Because of this, they feel more comfortable with me on their wedding day, which allows me to capture more beautifully natural pictures.
I met up with Trish and Rich before their wedding day, at the stunning Linthwaite House Hotel, Cumbria. It was interesting viewing the location before the big day. It's still one of my favourite venues that I've had the privilege of doing wedding photography at! The...
Meg and Chris are one of those couples that you instantly warm to. From the very start, they were an absolute pleasure to be around, and I was incredibly excited to be capturing their wedding photography for them! Their day was a stunning one, the weather was absolutely perfect. The mood from the moment we walked into the house was relaxed and happy, and the party had already started. I enjoy this type of environment, as it makes my job so much easier when everyone is relaxed and enjoying themselves. They easily forget I'm there so I can capture natural pictures.
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Cumbria Wedding Photography | Lake District Documentary Wedding Photographer
Laughter. Tears. Joy. A touch of sadness. These are just a few of the emotions I have the pleasure of photographing working as a wedding photographer. In days gone past, photos would be incredibly posed. "Stop, look at me! Smile at the camera!" The problem with telling someone to smile is they often pull an awkward face, or maybe at the best of times pull a stiff smile.
I work as hard as I can to capture wedding days as beautifully and artistically as possible, but the most important key factor for me is to be in the right...