Emma / St Peter's Church / The Bingham / Wedding Photographer / Aug

Emma was married to her husband Paul in August this year at St Peter's Church in Petersham. I felt so honoured to be their wedding photographer, it was such an amazing outdoor wedding. I love this portrait as it shows Emma, at ease and looking straight into the camera. Emma wore a gorgeous Jenny Packham wedding dress complimenting her natural style and beauty perfectly.

Mikey + Sonya / Special Moments / London / Wedding Photographer / July

Parents play a special part on any wedding day, it's always how it goes. The above photo shows a moment between Sonya and her parents whilst getting ready, the care and intrigue in this picture makes me feel love. The photo below is one I took later on that day, as Sonya approaches the wedding ceremony to meet her man Mikey. That staircase, that girl, that moment.. weddings are made of these x

Erik & Clare / Loft Studios / London / Wedding Photographer / July

When I think of Erik and Clare I think energy! These two have such an open and infectious energy, it was a pleasure to be their wedding photographer in July this year. Their Industrial Wedding at loft studios was amazing! After being together for many years travelling around the globe, they decided it was time… Erik wore a blue suit and Clare a white dress and together they turned to a new page in their lives. With their special family and friends watching on, they declared their love for
each other and were married x

Andy + Heather / Pembroke Lodge / Wedding Photographer / 18th July

When I met Andy and Heather (and their little dog Billie!) earlier this year, I realised straight away how cool they were. Following we took a day out to explore Richmond Park for their engagement photography shoot. It can be viewed on the blog here. A few months passed and before we knew it, wedding day had arrived! What a day it was. Both Andy's family (English/Australian) and Heather's crew (Canadian) we're a delight to be surrounded by whilst I did my job as the wedding photographer for their special day. Anyone who knows me, knows how much I love nature, so the wedding portraits high on love in the fields of Richmond park was a pure blessing. So, I present to you the wedding day of
Andy and Heather at Pembroke Lodge...

Dan + Jen / Century Club / London / Wedding Photographer / 31st May 2014

When I think of Dan and Jen, a smile instantly appears on my face, these two are such a cute, sweet and fun couple, hence their wedding day being awesome! I really like this photo I took with them during our wedding portrait time. Jenny said "Wow, I really like this bike" Snap! went my camera shutter…such candid fun moments, creating memories forever x

Adam + Mary / pre wedding photography / London / uk / 8th May 2014

The day of this pre wedding photography shoot it was really windy! I met Adam and Mary all dressed and ready to go. These two are seriously cute! I loved their outfits (perfectly matched) and Mary's shoes amazed me! But the thing that I adore the most about this couple is their dedication, love and respect towards each other. After meeting at university here in London, Adam and Mary became a couple. The deal was sealed one night when Adam took Mary on a date to the blind restaurant, Dans Le Noir…
the rest is history! I'm looking forward to photographing their wedding day later on this year!

Andy + Heather / Richmond / London / 19th April 2014

Andy, Heather (and Billy the dog!) are an awesome little family :) I feel privileged to be their wedding photographer for the big day in Richmond Park later this year. In preparation for the wedding, we took some time out for a very relaxed pre wedding shoot. We met one lovely afternoon in April, the sun shone softly in the afternoon sky.. pure bliss! Billy the dog sat next to the cows in the paddock before joining us for some special photos towards the end of the shoot :) We had so much fun, I’m looking forward to photographing their wedding in July!

Matthew + Eva / Battersea Park / London / 7th April 2014

Earlier this year I met Matthew & Eva for a coffee in Chelsea, as they were looking for a wedding photographer for their big day. Their intimate wedding was on a Monday, which I found refreshingly different, as did their guests. Whilst walking along the busy street to the evening venue, I was able to capture these special moments with the bride and groom x

Jono + Kirsty / HTB Brompton / Barns Cricket Pitch / London / 28th Sept 2013

Jono + Kirsty's wedding celebration was held at Jono's sports club in Barns where he plays cricket and tennis. Because Jono + Kirsty wanted an outdoor wedding, the sports fields at the club was the perfect location for their wedding day reception. These two love birds met on the District Line tube, so there was a "London Tube" theme throughout all the details worked tirelessly on by Kirsty and her family. Kirsty is a talented Graphic Designer who currently works with Innocent Smoothies, check out the "Kirsty and Jono" labels on the bottles! Love it! Kirsty and Jono were amazing on the day and will continue to be in their future together. Here is there wedding day story...

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Excited to bring you next on the blog... Andy & Heather's sun drenched London pre wedding shoot,
oh and I can't forget their treasure, Billy the dog! So much fun, love, energy and light. Loved this
pre wedding shoot!

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The Big Shots & Moments of 2013 / Reportage Wedding Photography

What a year it's been. I may have said this before but I'll say it again. I do feel SO privileged to do what I do for a job, being a wedding photographer is simply awesome! Photographing people on one of the biggest days of their lives is nothing but a gift every time. 2013 was another great year, meeting many people in love and I wanted to thank all my couples for being so wonderful. Being a part of so many beautiful wedding days has honestly been a pleasure! And now to celebrate, I present to you a collection of photographs, each captured and crafted by myself. What a wonderfully reflective and heart warming experience it was putting this blog post together. Enjoy perusing and best wishes for 2014! x

James + Justine / Bethnal Green Hall / Royal Inn On The Park / 5th Oct

James & Justine met at art school and after some time decided that each other was "the one". I was super excited after meeting this cool couple as I knew their big day would be great - and it was! Family and friends celebrated after the ceremony at the ever faithful Royal Inn on the Park pub. Evening celebrations included a very talented pianist belting out many favourite tunes ranging from 80's hits to big Broadway ballads. Oh what a couple, oh what a night!

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With my last wedding of 2013 only yesterday I feel pretty lucky and very proud. It's been a big year, photographing many a gorgeous wedding here and there and I want to thank all my lovely couples for being so great throughout the year. I will not lie to you, running a photography business in London has been a massive challenge for one little lass from regional Queensland but hey, I got there and after 5 years of business under my belt I'm feeling as strong and creatively energised as ever! 2014 has many big changes in store I can't wait to reveal! I will also be posting some of my favourite shots from 2013 in a blog post soon, so watch this space! Until then, thank you again to all my couples and supporters
and a massively happy new year!

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Hamish + Amy / St Marys Church / Old Malton / York / 7th September 2013

Hamish and Amy were married at St Mary the Virgin Church in Old Malton. They had a lovely wedding ceremony with their closet family and friends. Afterwards, celebrations continued on in the gorgeous gardens at Amy's family home, Whitenell House. This wedding was nothing short of a fairytale… including much love, a vintage tiara and a custom made vodka luge crafted by the bride herself! Hamish and Amy, both dark haired, both london lovers and both simply just cool. Here is their
wedding day as I saw it…

Chris + Anjana / Tower Bridge / HMS Belfast / London / 24th August 2013

I took this photograph at the very top of London's magnificent Tower Bridge with Chris & Anjana on there wedding day. We had to climb many narrow stairs to get to this small room that overlooked the river. After the ceremony everyone jumped on board the legendary HMS Belfast for a night of drinking, dancing and celebrations on the high seas of the London Thames!

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John and Monika live in Twickenham in London which was where their wedding day journey began. Monika's family from Poland were there with her, helping her get ready full of love and excited energy. After the ceremony at St Nicholas Church we all jumped on a big red bus to whiz us over to Hampton Court House where the evening proceedings began.... Food, photos, speeches and dancing followed - everyone had such a fun time! Congratulations John & Monika on being "newlyweds" and many warm wishes for
your future together x

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I came across this gorgeous old vineyard when exploring the grounds at Daniel and Nadia's Wedding
at the Priory Hall in Hadleigh. I love beautiful gardens and this spot took my breath away.. a little
withered from the winter but I knew it would make a great shot. I look forward to blogging
Daniel and Nadia's full Wedding soon! x

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Daniel + Nadia / The Priory, Hadleigh / Uk / 11th May 2013

I met Daniel and Nadia in a coffee shop in central London to hear all about the plans for their wedding day, we had a great time. Nadia is a member of a Steam Punk band called Pocket Watch which I thought was really cool. Daniel is English born and bread whilst Nadia is Australian. They had a gorgeous wedding at The Priory in Hadleigh, surrounded by their special family and friends from all over the world. It was such a fun yet heartfelt affair, set in the beautiful Suffolk countryside.
Here is how I captured it...

grant + me / self portrait of a couple / london / uk / may 15th 2013

Today I’m celebrating my 3 year anniversary with my man Grant! x Using the timer on my camera I took these fun photos of us - standing as we are, two human beings choosing to spend their lives, together. The wall we are positioned near I pass most days and is just down the road from our flat in London. After taking these photos we walked home and ate apple crumble. Tonight we’re going out to dinner :)

New York Street Photography / Manhattan Island / East Village / 9th March

Spirituality and love is present in New York, just like any other city or part of the world. Everyone is busy, scuttling around in the cold from place to place with their mind a humming with life and love in their hearts. My husband Grant and I along with some of our friends took a trip to New York early in March. I enjoyed taking Photographs on the streets of Manhattan especially the East Village area. Below is what I saw, the soul of the city of dreams in the year 2013..

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Earlier this year, it was time. It was time to update and re-discover the wedding albums that I offer to my clients. So, below I have some photos of a new sample album, from the gorgeous Queensberry Wedding Abum range. I go foward with confidence offering these albums exclusively to my couples. After all the album's I have tried and tested over the years, these truly are the best. www.queensberry.com

Ali + Jess / the kingscote barn / tetbury / uk / 5th Jan 2013

The cold temperatures of the uk winter didn't stop these two love birds! Ali and Jess we're joined by their friends and family at Kingscote Barn in January this year for their gorgeous barn style wedding. Jess is Australian and met English born and bread Ali not too long after setting up her base in London. Such a gorgeous couple sharing a deep and understanding love, thank you for having me as part of your day x

andrew + steph / fernhurst / west sussex / uk / september 29th 2012

Words cannot express the love I witnessed on the Day of Andrew and Steph Bell's Wedding. This special couple I met years ago, so photographing their wedding in Fernhurst, West Sussex was truly a blessing. It was pretty hard not to shed a tear as Andrew and Evie (their little girl) stood waiting for Mummy (Steph) to arrive.. in all her festival vintage grace and glory... on a tractor! :) Guests were also impressed with Andrew's homemade brew he called Buttbells. So here it is, their special day as I saw it...x

Mike + Kellie / Tenuta di Canonca hotel / Todi / Umbria / Italy / 19th Sept

Mike and Kellie were married in Italy, and I was asked to go along to photograph the big day. This was a destination wedding, all was organised from London. When the day came around it was all systems go. Kellie's smile rules the world, she was an amazing bride. Mike standing tall in his kilt and tie :) At the house, everyone celebrated into the night after the ceremony which was held in an old town situated high on a hill.. here's their story... x

Tom + Jaia / Century Club / Soho London / UK / 13th October 2012

Tom and Jaia met a few years ago when their paths crossed whilst working in the design industry in Central London. Perfectly fitting their personalities and creative style, these two love birds found sanctuary and tied the knot at the Century Club in the centre of Soho. Loved ones travelled from afar to celebrate the occasion. I watched in delight, snapping away and here's their story...

Steve + Louise / Kettlesing Village Hall / Harrogate / UK / 25th August

One of the things that I love seeing when taking photos is how on a wedding day, everyone pitches in. Friends, best mates, sisters brothers.. every one's there for the same reason, the common good - for the wedding celebrating of the special couple. This wedding is no exception. Steven and Louise were married in the softly lit surrounds of the Yorkshire Dales, in Kettlesing Town Hall. Louise being a fashion student designed her own dresses (for herself and her girls). Their group of creative and heartfelt friends & family made it all so special in so many ways.. I saw gorgeous cakes, a lively Kaylee and a beautiful rendition of "Your Love Keeps Lifting Me". There's nothing like a reason to celebrate and to feel good... enjoy! x

Anwar + Rebecca / Kew Gardens / London / UK / 16th June 2012

Rebecca and Anwar were married at Kew Gardens (London) in the Nash Conservatory, with Celebrations in the Orangery. I met Rebecca over a year before her and Anwar's big day and we formed a relationship via email, talking about the day ahead and the plans she had made. So, when the day arrived, I felt like I had a good idea of what lay ahead. As expected the decorations and flowers were lovely, Rebecca looked amazing in her Claire Pettibone gown and Anwar was very calm and sure in stride. I absolutely adore Kew gardens as a venue! This wedding day was a pleasure to photograph and I feel so honored to have been a part of it. I wish Anwar and Rebecca all the best for their future :) x

Jolyon + Kate / Littlecott Farm / Wiltshire / UK / 2nd June 2012

There was something special about Jolyon and Kate's wedding day - maybe because Kate an Australian was marrying Jolyon who is English born and bred and like me and my man this newly wed couple choose the mother land, away from the sunny shores of Australia to commence their married lives... such a gorgeous wedding, amongst special family and friends at Littlecott Farm - all enjoying the beautiful scenery of the English countryside...Thank you Kate and Jolyon for having me as part of your day and I wish you all the best for the future!

Henry + Sue / Cork / Ireland / 19th May 2012

After flying into Ireland and seeing the lush green surrounds - I knew this Wedding was going to be amazing.. I was excited and set to go! As everyone was getting ready in the morning, I could feel the love and genuine friendship which was present for Henry & Sue's special day. With family and friends a plenty, this couple celebrated their union in a relaxed manor with snip-its creating a slight bohemian feel to the day. Ballyvolane House in the lovely area of Castlelyons was were it all happened..

Tom + Jenny / ICA / Central London / UK / 10th September 2011

“A gorgeous couple with so many wonderful friends and family. Tom and Jen were amazing and when I think of them.. big smiles appear on my face! Long blonde hair and a contour cut dress being just some of the visuals.. a bright and vibrant love was shared between these two - plus they had a mega cool bridal party and lots of limoncello to boot!xx”

Oscar + Aries / Central London / UK / October 12th 2011

“I was truly honoured to meet this lovely couple who flew all the way from Hong Kong - Oscar and Aries. We had a full days shoot and covered some of the iconic places around London. Fun was had getting amongst Autumn leaves and the crisp morning air - love it! Both Oscar and Aries handled the shoot with grace and style.. exuding the essence of their sweet love along the way.."