What is your most memorable wedding?
All weddings have something unique about them that makes them memorable. If I had to pick one, I'd choose a recent wedding that took place at Christ Church in Brentwood. The couple included a few hymns during the ceremony. Typically, there are a few singers while everyone else quietly follows along, but this wedding was different! All the guests enthusiastically joined in, belting out the hymns with gusto. It was a beautiful and fantastic experience, and it was a pleasure to be a part of it.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Candid
Easy-going
Creative
Professional
Personable
What about your business are you most proud of?
I'm proud to have been trusted with so many weddings, intimate behind-the-scenes moments, and the fact that I'm genuinely creating a family heirloom for someone! It's a bit crazy when I dwell on it for too long, to be honest. I'm also proud of my longevity. Not many small businesses last a year or two, and here I am over 12 years later, still loving what I do.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
It's a bit of a clichΓ©, but it's your day, so do it your way! Let go of the small things. Your day will be perfectly imperfect. Embrace whatever comes your way and enjoy it! x
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
I love hearing about the personal touches on a wedding day, and this is one of the sweetest stories Iβve encountered. The bride, a school teacher, had her classroom assistant secretly have the children pen messages of love and congratulations, which were then attached to a bridal veil. It was a surprise gift in the lead-up to the wedding, one that was warmly received. On the day, the bride asked if we could use the veil with the attached messages in the photos. Yes! Of course! I couldn't pass up the opportunity to incorporate such a loving and thoughtful gift into the photos and jumped at the chance.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
I like to chat on the phone or via Zoom before booking. It's nice to have a chat about what you have planned. I get to find out a little bit more about you, and you get to determine if I'm the right photographer for you.
What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?
I like photos of the grandparents, so if you're lucky enough to still have them with you, get them involved and have a lovely portrait photo with your grandparents.
What is the most original photo youβve been asked to take at a wedding?
I don't get asked to stage photos, I'm very fortunate my couples trust me to do what I do, and they love my approach to the day.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Smiles, a great attitude, and umbrellas.
Describe how you got into photography.
I've always been creative and love art and design. Photography is an outlet that I've pursued as an occupation. I got my start in wedding photography through my dad. Before retiring, my dad was a wedding photographer, and I had assisted and carried his bags at a few weddings before going it alone.