Caught in Love - Rachael and James

So, I frequently get people telling me that they wish they were getting married or engaged so they could have photos taken.

I really love the work I do with wedding clients, from their engagement shoots to the day itself and taking pictures that show them and their personalities. I decided I wanted to have a go at applying what I've learnt from my wedding photography to a different kind of couple shoot. Something for those couples who aren't married, don't want to get married or have been married for years, but who might just enjoy some pictures that catch them and their love at a particular point in time.

So I put out a call for some couples to be guinea pigs for my brand new Caught in Love* shoots and on Sunday I had the pleasure of shooting my first attempt at this with James and Rachael. I was oddly, quite nervous about these pictures as they're two good friends of mine, but I'm really happy with how they turned out. And, most importantly, they are too.

I'm really looking forward to exploring this new venture more and look forward to sharing my next shoot with you!

* Those who know me, know I love music and especially Belle & Sebastian. This name is a nod to 'If You Find Yourself Caught in Love.' Obviously.

Nicola & Steve

The most terrifying part of my job is after I've edited all the photos and handed over the usb stick to the newly-weds and before they've looked at them and told me what they think. The photos are out of my hands and I panic, what if they don't like them? 

Here is a selection of pictures from Steve and Nicola's gorgeous wedding:

It was wonderful! Fun and moving and beautifully presented and once I handed over the photos I could only hope that I had done it justice.

I had an email from Nicola and Steve last night, they wrote

Can not thank you enough. Just perfect. Would recommend you and your photographic skills to anyone. Polite, understanding and very professional at all times.
Thanks again
Steve & Nicola x

What a great way to start a busy year of wedding photography!