Celebrity Portrait Week!

It's been a busy week for me photographing amongst other things a host of celebrity portraits! The Cheltenham Literature Festival is always an event I look forward to shooting. During festival week a huge variety of well known faces descend on the city to promote their latest book and give interesting talks.

This week was no different as I had the opportunity to meet and photograph Formula One legend Damon Hill, YouTube sensation DanTDM, former Labour Shadow Chancellor and current Strictly Come Dancing star Ed Balls, Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman - the hosts of BBC TV show Pointless, Former Blue Pete presenter Janet Ellis MBE, English explorer and record holder Sir Ranulph Fiennes OBE, World renowned chef Raymond Blanc and interior designer Kelly Hoppen!

Amy & Roberts Delightful Derbyshire Wedding

This summer I photographed some amazing weddings and the wedding of Amy & Robert at the lovely Blackbrook House in Derbyshire was right up there!  I spent the majority of the morning shooting Amy getting ready in the bridal suite with her bridesmaids before focussing on Rob, the details and guests arriving. The wedding ceremony was outdoors in the hot summer sunshine. A nice touch from Amy & Rob was offering guests sun umbrellas to shield them from the scorching heat! The best mans speech was a classic with the arrival of a special guest! :-)  There were plenty of great photo opportunities to be had especially as Amy & Rob were so relaxed and happy to put their trust in me. Thanks for your warm hospitality and making me feel so welcome! All the best for the future Amy & Robert! :-)

David Hasselhoff in Cheltenham

Last week I couldn't believe my luck when I photographed The Hoff!! When I came face to face with the TV legend in Cheltenham I felt like I was transported back in time sitting on my parents sofa watching one of my favourite TV shows..Knight Rider!! To my surprise Michael Knight...sorry ..David was much taller than expected. I'm tall at 6'1 but he was waaaay taller...maybe 6'4! He was a friendly chap but slightly reluctant to be photographed. After a little persuasion by yours truly he whipped off his disguise...a beanie hat....gave me his Hollywood smile and struck a pose!! In that brief fleeting moment it felt like he had suddenly morphed into a super hero!! I only wish he had Kitt with him!

The Tipi Outdoor Wedding of Charlie & Ollie at Home Farm, Beachampton

I've shot a lot of weddings over the years but Charlie & Ollie must be two of the most happy and charming people I have met! I started the day at Charlies parents house to photograph the bridal prep. I was immediately struck how calm and relaxed it was, Charlie was sipping champagne, hair in rollers having a natter with her bridesmaids! :-) . I was made to feel incredibly welcome and part of the team! After drinking two cups of tea and capturing some great moments I headed over to Home Farm, Beachampton, near Milton Keynes where Ollie was getting ready.

The venue was amazing! I LOVE outdoor summer tipi weddings and this was right up there! The atmosphere was great, so chilled, relaxed and fun :-) The sun was shining and I got on doing what I do best..capturing all those fun candid moments. There were plenty of cool shots to be had around the venue with a lovely old barn and a huge willow tree to play with! A great day spent with great people! Congratulations Charlie & Ollie and thanks for letting me be a part of of it! :-)

- Nichola & Richard - Glorious Gloucestershire Wedding!

A few weeks back I had the pleasure photographing the amazing wedding of Nichola & Richard. The day was so much fun starting with Nichola getting ready at her home in Cheltenham and being interrupted by her Dad calling to ask for insurance advise! :-)..what better time to get your insurance sorted out!  The ceremony and reception was held at Hatherley Manor Hotel on the Cheltenham/Gloucester border. It was a fab day and even a little bit of rain didn't get in the way as we still managed to get outside to make the most of the great surroundings! Congratulations Nichola & Rich and all the best for the future!! :-)