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.