London & Home Counties - Regional Print Awards

Yesterday we won Certificates of Merit in both the wedding and portrait sections at the annual print awards. To quote the judge (Ray Lowe FBIPP) " the author is an exceptional wedding photographer"

http://www.bipp.com

The wedding of Clare & David 10 May 2008

Another visit to Spains Hall, this time for the wedding of Clare & David who enjoyed a fantastic and fun day with their families and friends in the glorious Essex sunshine. David made a 'big entry' by helicopter just before Clare's arrival by vintage Rolls Royce. We look forward to their return from Honeymoon (I bet Clare & David don't!) so we can show them the rest of their great photographs.

www.spainshall.co.ok
www.divineoccasions.co.uk

The Wedding of Nicola & Neil 4 May 2008

Sunday again took us to Crabbs Barn (www.crabbsbarn.co.uk) this time via St. Mary's Church, Great Leighs. Nicola & Neil have helped make themselves some great photographs to help them remember their big day. The day had a real Summer feeling at last.

The Wedding of Gemma & Dan 3rd May 2008

Gemma & Dan were married at Holy Family Church in Witham, followed by a Reception at Vaulty Manor (www.vaultymanor.co.uk). Gemma's sister & Chief Bridesmaid Nicola, said "you made the photography so much fun for us. I have been to so many wedding where it was boring". The day was helped along by Mervyn Rutter (http://www.institutetoastmastersgb.fsnet.co.uk/rutt.htm) who is one of our favourite Toastmasters to work with. We hope Gemma & Dan have a great time on Honeymoon however, we are looking forward to their return so we can show them how good they and their families looked.

The Wedding of Emma & Chris, 1st May 2008

Emma & Chris had a great fun day at Crabbs Barn near Kelvedon (www.crabbsbarn.co.uk). The rain & thunder in the morning was some cause for concern but it all was finished in time for the wedding. Having T-Rex played for the First Dance was definitely something different which really suited the happy couple.

The wedding of Julia & Tim 29 April 2008

Our second visit this year to Leez Priory followed on from Julia and Tim's wedding at St. Stevens, Great Wigborough, Essex. The weather was again a challenge with all four seasons in one day, but this worked well giving the happy couple time to relax with their guests in the beautiful rooms of Leez priory.

English Toastmasters

David & Sandra today attended the national conference of The English Toastmasters Association. David gave a talk about how Photographers and Toastmasters can work together to make a great day for Brides & Grooms. Other presentations included Linda Palmer on working with venues and a presentation by the Essex Registration Service. A very informative and educational day! Useful contacts; http://www.englishtoastmasters.co.uk;
http://www.celebrateinessex.co.uk