Archive for March, 2010
Wedding Photography at Tithe Barn – Sarah and Simon
Posted by: | CommentsNumero Uno at Tithe Barn for 2010 and as usual I left with a sense of satisfaction. Its a difficult venue to work in as a photographer but people keep getting in touch so something is working. Its great going to a place where you feel at home. There’s never a question where things are (ok, except the light switches…must find those) or what to do in any situation. I’m pleased to be able to offer clients extensive experience in what makes the place work (at least photographically). Long may it continue.
Sarah and Simon were good fun…always happy, up for most things and planned everything wonderfully…although I’m guessing I might be dishing a bit of extra credit in the wrong direction Simon? Don’t worry…its a divine right! Thanks for having me (and Darren) along. It was a great to be back. A bit hey ho to Dennys Catering who, once again, did an amazing job of not only sorting the guests but being extra special nice to us as well. Liss United!
STS-203 Ready for Liftoff on Pad 1B
NOT Sarah….IS Mum
“Um dude….like where’s the rest of the dress?” Well she DID mention she loved the ceilings in their flat
If only I was a foot taller!
Ms Austen would be very proud
Milky Buttons
I can honestly say that I don’t think that smile left his face the entire day
The unmistakable figure in the doorway…no, not the Bride, but Rev Dave. David is retiring soon and this is my last wedding with the good Vicar. I will miss him!
Inside one of my favourite churches…St Mary’s Buriton
A wee adventure into Jurassic Park (only 129 people will get that)
Travis said ‘Sing’…so she did
The best vestry shot I’ve ever got at St Mary’s — only appreciated if you’ve ever been in it…think of a box for a fridge…then add 10 people
Inside Tithe
I do miss the REAL blue doors…their peeling paint and distressed wood. Them were the good ol’days
My Just One — go on…click on the link…you know you wanna — become a fan…what’s the worst that could happen (cue Vincent Price style laugh)
Something new at TB
Follow the (not so) yellow brick road
Bling
I get by with a little help from my voice activated boom
Sarah’s Mum did the flowers….
Pappa don’t preach – and he didn’t…that’s a good thing
Happy Simon — again
Just when you thought UK Gold had gone and cancelled it, ‘The Golden Girls’ make a triumphant return
Stonewalled by the Best Men
Another unsuspecting fan is sold a questionable ticket by a tout only to learn the seats were, quite literally, rubbish (OK, not really, but quite how he managed that one is beyond me!)
Judging by the air guitar action I’m guessing….Paul rather than John?
Whoooooaaaaah…Livin’ on a Prayer
Bon Jovi has a unique effect of on us all
And Now a Few From the Infamous Darren
It was swell (yes, swell) to be back at it with Darren, Dazza, The Tenacious D…once again. Whenever we have brief spells apart I’m always remind of the opening scenes of Lethal Weapon 2 when Riggs says “We’re back, we’re bad. You’re black, I’m mad. Let’s go!” Of course Darren isn’t and I’m not but the sentiment is there. Time to play SatNav bingo and iPod roulette (please God…no more of my wife’s Lady GaGa) and stop off at Costco for a case or 4 of Red Bull. On with the show.
Five Bells…but only 1 window…coincidence?
Who knew Darren could shoot weddings and do Parkour at the same time
Nice on Mr D
Still no bricks
So begins the argument over who would do the deed knowing now its actually a criminal offense to attempt to revive road kill
A slant (literally) on an old idea
Sometimes Darren…I really hate you (in a good way)
Lend a guy your camera and he does this…have you no shame!
Wedding Photography at Cain Manor – Claire and Michael
Posted by: | CommentsThe time has come to rock on in to 2010 and what better way to do than a double header weekend with two venues I know intimately…well, not THAT intimately. I will never rap “I once got busy in a Cain Manor bathroom” or anything but I know my way around the place pretty well — and Tithe Barn too. Claire and Michael were great clients…easy going, nice to know and generally free from preservatives. A great combination leading to organic imagery at no additional cost. You know, that no one really EVER reads the blurb above the images so I have to ask…why are you. I mean what could possibly learn from anything I would have to say. Go look at the images….forget about this waffle!
Another worried victim of the old ‘I gave my mate my mobile and it had pics of me in my pants on it’ OR just a nervous FOB….
Michael gets comfortable with his two up two down tee-pee complete with double glazing
It took time to convince him it wasn’t called a buttonhold
The dress is from Scotland and a whole lot tastier than Haggis
Da boys….and look close and you can find ‘Ashley’ larging it up on the right
Why its flowers….in the bath…naturally!
Surely you can’t be serious…(sorry, only Simon will get that)
Oh dear…the men from the traditional photography police are rocking up outside my house now — these guys are worse than the phone cops
Texture…like a fine mousse
Cat in the Hat
Shortly before Bing revealed himself as the surprise guest
For the record….NOT Bing
“No, I’m from Iowa…I only work in outer space” — Captain James T Kirk, Driver
The debate rages…is it an awning or a vestibule?
Thriller!
Claire and Michael found the hypnotic flowers more than a little helpful with attaining the ‘aspirational’ items on the gift list
“Hold your breath…make a wish….count to three. Come with me, and you’ll be, in a world of pure imagination” — Willy Wonka!
“I make this suit look goooooood”
Ode to Paranormal Activity
CLSCLSCLSCLSCLSCLSCLSCLSCLS
Why yes Mr K….it DOES work!
When life gives you lemons, make a meringue
Hunk of burnin’ love
Tithe Barn Wedding Photographer – Sarah and Simon – Just One
Posted by: | CommentsSometimes things just fall in your lap…and when it does its never a bad thing to learn its at a venue where you’ve been many times and where you’re always looking for something new. Sarah and Simon made a brief visit to the Bride’s room shortly before some photos of the 2 of them. That sounds like a cue to me!
Cain Manor Wedding Photographer – Claire and Michael – Just One
Posted by: | CommentsOnce said by a flying man-boy in a green suit … “Here we go!” (that’s Peter Pan in case you were wondering)…today really kicks off the 2010 wedding season. Yes I realise I had weddings in January and yes, technically those were 2010 weddings. But there’s something more resolute about the coming year when the shift changes, the weather starts to warm, the daffodils come out and the new F1 season begins. So before my blog gets impounded by the Aussie police for improper use let’s get on with the first Just One of the cup campaign.
Ironically I’m sure I had other worthy JO candidates. But this happened so early in the day that it stuck with me and sentiment never hurts an argument.
Michael gets ready in a room I’ve never even seen at Cain Manor
Engagement Photography – Mills and Ben
Posted by: | CommentsYou knew it would happen. After nearly two weeks of sunshine and warm weather, the day of my latest (pr)e-shoot and it rains….A LOT! Nevermind, when life deals you a lemon, make lemonade…then add a bit of Southern Comfort to it and you’re mint. It seemed to do little damped the spirits (geddit) of Mills and Ben. Here are few of me faves.
All in all its just another brick in the wall
OAP Friday
Crown and Anchor
‘B’
Sliding Doors
Scully and Mulder
Strip (light)
Secret snog
CEO
Upstairs, Downstairs
OAP Friday (revisited)
Hallway du Vin
The Barn at Bury Court Wedding Extravaganza
Posted by: | CommentsYou know, when you stare at the word ‘extravaganza’ long enough you become convinced it was only invented by someone playing Scrabble with an exceedingly naive opponent. Nevermind about that, but do mind about popping over to The Bary at Bury Court (or as I like to call it Bury Court Barn) on Sunday March 21 between the hours of 11am and 4pm. In their words it will have “an excellent selection of exhibitors covering a wide range of professional wedding services”. I start to twitch at being referred to as professional….but then I suppose, if the shoe fits.
I’ll be there (and Nicola too)….so come on down (Price is Right stylee) and let’s talk shop.
For more information (well, not really, but you can get a map etc) go to Bury Court Barn’s website.
Rachel at Bury Court back in May
