Amy's 12th Birthday

Well, Sunday was a BIG day - not only did England play against Germany but Amy celebrated her 12th birthday by joining us for a photo-shoot party at the studio. The main difference in these two events was that our results were much more satisfying!!

Amy brought along her firends and sister for the party and after they all had their individual pics done they got changed into hot pink tutus for the group and fun shots -  they looked spectaular against the black background!

A gorgeous group of girls and I hope they all enjoyed the party.

'Krazy Kidz'

During the summer we will be offering a fantastic mini photo-shoot for your child.

A 15-20 minute studio sitting and 7"x5" print for only £10.00!!!

The best 12 images will be edited for you to choose your favourite a week after the sitting. Should you wish to purchase additional images then special packages will be offered. Sittings are only available Tuesday- Fridays during July and August and are a great introduction to our studio.

The £10.00 charge is payable on the day of the sitting with any additional purchases paid in full when you order them.

 Give me a call to find out more or to book in for this fantasic special offer.

Joanne and Martin's Wedding

I've been looking forward to this wedding since it was booked - partly due to a night away from the kids!

 Joanne and Martin have been into the studio a couple of times for portraits of their two children - Ryan and Olivia - so I have gotten to know them a little better which meant that this wedding felt more like photographing that of a friend and they both seemed much more relaxed and at ease on the day.

They were married on Monday 14th June at the Gailes Hotel in Irvine, Scotland. A four hour drive up on the Sunday afternoon gave me a night at the hotel to check out the venue and reassure them both that I was there on time. Monday dawned just as bright and sunny as the previous few days with a glorious blue sky.

Pictures began in the spectacular penthouse suite as Joanne got ready for the day - once she managed to remove Martin from the room that is!!! Make up and hair styling done I nipped downstairs to get some pics of Martin and his brother along with the fantastic best man - Ryan.

The ceremony took place on the garden terrace attached to the penthouse suite with only an intimate gathering of thier close family. Whilst the couple enjoyed their champagne and posed for photos in the gardens the room was changed round for their wedding breakfast.

This was a great wedding and a fantastic couple.

Samantha and Neil's Wedding

The second visit to Mere Hall this week when Samantha and Neil were married on Saturday 12th June. As with all registry offices during the summer season there were several weddings being hosted at Mere Hall this weekend - but they all seemed to be running smoothly and on time. 

The weather was glorious - really hot and sunny- we stayed at Mere Hall just long enough to do a confetti shot and for Samantha and Neil to speak to their guests before we got into the cars and headed up to Samanthas parents home for the reception where a large marquee in the garden hosted the informal wedding breakfast consisting of a hog roast - which smelt great!!

A very relaxed and informal wedding as wished for by the happy couple - but planned with all the style and elegance of a traditional wedding.

Check out a few of my favourite pics.

 

Nicola and Nicholas's Wedding

It's been a busy few weeks here at the studio with the wedding season well and truly underway.

Thursday 10th June saw Nicola and Nicholas tie the knot at Mere Hall registry office in Bolton witnessed by both sets of parents. A very small and intimate group it was but a great couple and a beautiful day. With no reception planned they headed home after the photos to drinks and cake before jetting off in the early hours of the morning for their honeymoon. 

Here are a few pics from the wedding.

Racheal and Ross's Wedding

My last wedding of the Bank holiday weekend and what a beautiful day it was too. The sun was shining for us and it got hotter throughout the afternoon. Racheal and Ross were married in a civil ceremony at the Ramada Jarvis Hotel in Blackrod. They celebrated with their family, friends and young children on Sunday 30th May.

The small garden area at the front of the hotel allowed us to get the family groups and bridal party shots done while the views of Winter Hill and Rivington Pike from the back of the hotel provided us with gorgeous backdrops for the photos of the bride and groom.

With a late afternoon wedding an informal buffet of sandwiches and drinks was enjoyed before the party moved into the evening room for toasts and the disco.

Here's a sneaky peek at some of the shots.