Long Family Portrait

Brought the white background out for these high-key shots.  Graham had contacted me just before Christmas for a voucher as a present for his wife Linda.  We did do a few shots outside in the garden, but we were loosing the light and the weather was turning for the worst.  So the background was set up and shots were taken inside.  Fun seemed to be had by all, even the kids enjoyed themselves, to say they do not like having their photograph taken.  One person who did seem to enjoy himself, was Graham.

Elizabeth Grace's Christening

Following on from my recent photo shoot with Elizabeth and Amy the other week.  I had the biggest pleasure in photographing Elizabeth's Christening last Sunday, at Hartshead Church where her Mum & Dad married almost 4 years to the day, in which I took the wedding photographs.  Elizabeth's Christening Gown, Bonnet & Bib were made from Amy's wedding dress and oh boy she look cute in it.  Elizabeth was very good and was extremely adorable as well, as her family all made a fuss of her on her special day.  Pity I was not allowed to take photographs of the actual christening as the vicar was on good form, as Amy, Matthew & Elizabeth acted as Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus, along with the congregation playing lambs, angels, shepherds and wise men, with the Vicar wearing a flat cap and brandishing a rake to "Clean the Stables out".  Afterwards it was up the the Black Horse Inn, where family group shots were taken, with plenty of mingling and children shots.  It was lovely afternoon and it was great to catch up with Amy & Matthew's family and friends again.

A Yorkshire Winter Wedding

Turner Family Portrait

It was lovely to catch up with the Turner family last weekend.   I had photographed Felicity & Andrew's wedding nearly 5 years ago and we had kept in touch.  Several years ago I photographed Felicity's family portrait, along with their cats, so this time it was Andrew's family, as  Felicity had bought Andrew's mum a portrait voucher for mothers day. We had good fun and got some great shoots, along with some cheeky ones.  I know that they are very pleased with the results and excited in getting

Claire & Michael at Healds Hall - Liversedge

On a very blustery Sunday I caught up with Claire & Michael at Healds Hall.  They are getting married early next year at the said venue.  I had only met them a few weeks ago on Claire's mum and dad's narrow boat (I don't do water very well), so this time we met on dry land.  Michael as a little apprehensive about having his photograph taken, but soon they were having a good time and giggling.  So fun was had by all and especially a very excited couple, who can not wait for their special day.

Max & Dan's 21st

On Saturday night it was Party time for Max & Daniel with a joint 21st.  This was held in a very large Marquee in the grounds of Rastrick Cricket Club.  There was a live band and Casino as well as a very large Ice Sculpture in a shape of a 21 which when fed shots you could drink from a tube.  Yours truly did not partake in this practice. It was a very lively party with loads of guests, who were all enjoying themselves. I managed to catch up with two or three people that I had not seen for a very long time, which was especially nice for me.  Dan & Max had a great time and partied until the early hours in the morning (a few sore heads - the next day).  My favourite shot is the dancing shot, wish I could remember what they were dancing too (Manic).

Emma & Ian - Devonshire Arms at Bolton Abbey

A very mild day for Emma & Ian's wedding last week, a contrast to last year when it snowed quite heavily.  As I arrived at the Devonshire Arms, Ian greeted me at the door with is best man.  Everybody seemed very relaxed and Emma was as very chilled out as well.  Emma looked beautiful in her dress which was absolutely stunning.  She was given away by her two sons, who looked very smart and did her proud.  I could tell that Ian was amazed by Emma as she approached him down the aisle and once they had completed their vows, their first kiss was followed by a sweeping gesture by Ian.  There was a slight hint of rain in the air, but held off while we did the formal shots and some fun shots as well.  I made most of the light and took some shots outside the venue and inside I used the video light which I thought had a great effect.  After the speeches more shots where taken on the way too and back from they honeymoon suite.  Emma & Ian had a great time and their love speaks volumes in their photographs.

Amy & Elizabeth

Amy was one of my brides from a few years back, she and her husband Matthew now have a beautiful little girl called Elizabeth Grace.  I will be photographing Elizabeth's Christening in a couple of weeks time and it will be at the same church her mum and dad got married, almost 4 years to the day. Elizabeth was a little star and with the help of Amy we managed to get some great shots.

Emma & Ian - Devonshire Arms

It was a lovely autumnal day yesterday, when I met up with Emma & Ian, who getting married at the lovely Devonshire Arms at Bolton Abbey in a couple of weeks time.

We had a very relaxed photo shoot by the stream across the road from the Venue, both Emma & Ian dressed in lovely bright colours which looked fantastic on the photographs.

Woodhouse Londis Halloween Pumpkin Competition

Halloween night and all the ghostly, ghouls and witches were out in force, along with their pumpkin lanterns.  Woodhouse Stores were holding a competition open to the local children who had purchased their pumpkin's in store.  There was 3 worthy winners in different age groups, with some very inventive pumpkins, they all won goody bags presented by the store owner.

Jacqui's 50th Party with "The Idle Elvis"

While I was sunning myself in Spain the other week, Jacqui rang to see if I could photograph her 50th Birthday party, which luckily was the day after my return to old Blighty.  It was going to be a fun do with Jacqui's family and friends, also with the entertainment from "The Idle Elvis", who I have seen before when I was photographing another party last year.  All the ladies love his act and soon got everyone up dancing, the atmosphere was superb, with good food and drink supplied by Heaton Tennis & Squash club.