Autumn leaves family photos in Peterborough
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Autumn is one of the best times for family photos in Peterborough because not only do the leaves look stunning but the sun hangs low in the sky to give your images a golden glow.
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Jacob overcomes leukaemia with the heart of a Spartan warrior...
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I had so much fun creating this '300' themed photograph that will be used by a wonderfully strong and loving family to promote awareness and raise funds for cancer in children.
Thanks to Burghley House for giving us privileged access to a private part of the grounds at no charge.
Read MoreWhy do engagement photos?
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Now and then I'll have someone ask why they should do engagement photos. There are actually quite a few reasons which I explain in this blog post.
Read MoreWhat to ask a wedding photographer before you book them
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We've all heard the wedding photography horror stories where the photographer was either rude to Auntie Betty, or you’re celebrating your anniversary and you’ve still not seen the wedding photographs! This post gives you the questions to ask a wedding photographer before you book them.
Read MoreHow I make sure I don't ruin your wedding photography!
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I was prompted to write this article after seeing a distressed bride complaining about their wedding photographer on http://www.hitched.com. It was so sad to hear how distraught she was, so I thought I'd explain some of the things I do to avoid ruining your wedding and put your mind at rest.
Read MoreManKIND Project - Romania
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Today I ticked Romania off my ManKIND project. The ManKIND project is where I'm trying to do a random act of kindness for someone from every country on earth.
It was a cold and slushy February afternoon. The car wash was empty. After all, what idiot gets their car washed when the road is muddy with melted snow.
Me!
In fact, the whole reason I went to the car wash on a day like this was because I knew it would be quiet. I wanted it to be quiet so I had a few quick seconds to give the hard working guys there a box of Crispy Creme Doughnuts and grab a photo of them for my ManKIND project.
Read MorePhotographing Steve King from The Drifters
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Steve King was (and sometimes still is) a singer in the world famous soul band The Drifters. He used to live right here in Hampton (why on earth did he leave the sun-kissed shores of Miami!?)
This is the second portfolio session I have done with Steve. He asked me to update his portfolio as he said everyone was copying the images I did for him last time so he needed to stay one step ahead.
Read MoreVoted one of the top 10 best new wedding photographers!
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I'm beaming with pride at being chosen by Hitched and Photo Professional Magazine as one of the UK's top 10 wedding photographers.
Read MoreManKIND Project - America
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I’ve gone international! I was honoured to be asked by 'The College of Dupage Photography Group' in Chicago to present a Webinar about how to run a professional portrait and wedding photography business.
I gave a little lecture and did a Q&A session about what it takes to be a full time photographer. I promise you it takes a whole lot more than just pressing the shutter button - honest!!
Read MoreMy first book cover for one of my travel photos
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I'm delighted and proud to have supplied the cover photo for Hike Griffith Park and Hollywood Hills by John McKinney - The Trailmaster
Read MoreMy tricks for photographing children
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When I first started out I used to see a lot of tears and tantrums – and that was just the parents…!!
As time went past I quickly realised I’d need to learn some tricks for photographing children if I was going to get beautiful, natural images.
So, I started studying and today I’m going to reveal some of my secrets.
Read More5 tips for a happy wedding
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The only thing that really matters is that you and those close to you have a wonderful day.
And you know what…? The only thing that is likely to jeopardise your wonderful day is if YOU sabotage it by fretting over things that don’t really matter.
Read MoreHelping the residence of Avery House Care home
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I'm proud to say that Avery Care Home in Hampton have agreed to exhibit my work in their reception area.
Helping the care home
The care home is at the end of my road and I walk past it almost every day. I often wondered how I might be able to help the residents with my photography.
