Sunday October 17th

The Maltings - Ely.  I was at the wedding fayre today.  Busy all day and well worth missing my sunday roast for! The fayre was well attended and I had a good chat with several brides to be.

Saturday October 16th

Todays wedding was for Tracey & Paul at Bedford Lodge - Newmarket.  I was with Tracey throughout the preps and stayed until first dance.  The sun was shining for most of the photos and we had some fun.  As always though, the day went so quickly.  Thank you to everyone that helped me during the day.

Saturday October 9th

What a dull day!  Never mind.  Today I'm doing a lifestyle photo session with Charlotte and James.  I had hoped for some sunshine, but at least it's dry.  We had a great time in a little used parkland area on the outskirts of Ely.  It didn't take Charlotte and James long to relax and get used to being the centre of attention. I think we have some amazing images.

Saturday September 25th

Todays wedding of Claire & Mark and took place at St Mary's Church in Ely.  A lovely church.  My day started with Claire in the morning for the brides preps. Claire arrived at St Mary's in an old Bently.  After the ceremony and photos we headed off to the Brooke House in Soham for the wedding breakfast, to be followed by the first dance after which my day ended.

Saturday September 18th

Yvonne and Ian were married at All Saints Church, Stradbroke in the heart of Norfolk.  From brides preps to the start of the wedding breakfast seemed to go by so quickly. Yvonne arrived in a stretched limo.  After a lovely ceremony and photos outside the church, the limo departed to the reception in a little place called Syleham.

Saturday September 11th

Claire & Justin were married at St Leonard's Church - Lt Downham, nr Ely.  It was a mixed bag of weather for us today but sunny when we needed it to be.  Following the ceremony and some photos we were off to the Maltings in Ely for the reception.  More photos and some fun, a cake cut and it was time for me to leave.

Thursday September 9th

The wedding of Mary & James was held in the lovely little church of St Margrets in Upton nr Huntingdon. A real village! With a duck pond! Mary and James held a very personal ceremony with close family in attendance.   James and the Vicar both had their guitars and sang. The surprise to me was that Mary, James and their children are on holiday in the UK from Australia and decided to get married whilst everyone was together.  A really big thank you to everyone for making me feel so welcome.

Saturday September 4th

Sarah & Joe's wedding was held at the Gonville Hotel in Cambridge.  From brides preps to start of the wedding breakfast, the time went so quickly.  A lovely ceremony followed by the photos outside and then it was time for me to leave.

Friday September 3rd

Todays wedding of Cynthia and David was held at the lovely Wimpole Hall, nr Cambridge.  I was with Cynthia during her preps and she looked lovely.  I met with men for a few photos before the ceremony and then awaited for the bride to arrive.  With the ceremony over it was outside in the sunshine for the photos.  Bright blue skies and lovely gardens always make for great photos.  The marquee looked good as always and the staff were exceptionally helpful.  A venue to be recommended.

Sunday 29th August

A Sunday wedding! The wedding of Rachel and Steven was held at the Haycock, Wansford nr Peterborough.  From brides preps to the start of the wedding breakfast the day went so fast again.  The sun was shining and we had some fun during the photos.

Saturday August 28th

Sophie & Dan's wedding was held today in the beautiful Ely Cathedral followed by a reception at the Maltings in Ely.  From brides preps to first dance, the whole day was amazing.  Beautiful images inside the cathedral, the Maltings looked really good and the weather was fairly kind to us!  The first dance started off slowly and then a 40's band played, which was a surprise to everyone.  Many thanks to Sophie & Dan for a great day.

Saturday August 21st

Vicky and Dave were married at the lovely church of All Saints in Cottenham, nr Cambridge.  I was with Vicky in the morning for the preps, which was a very busy time! After the ceremony and photos at the church Vicky and Dave left for the reception at Quy Mill in a soft top Morris 1000 car.  Some great photos at Quy Mill and through the wedding breakfast and onto the first dance.  Just before the first dance we did a garter throw which the men enjoyed very much!

Friday August 20th

Jessica and Simon were married today at the fabulous Magdalene College, Cambridge. I was with Jessica in the morning for the prep photos which all went really well.  The three bridesmaids looked stunning but were easily outshone by the bride!  The ceremony was held outside and the weather behaved. After the ceremony and a few photos Jess and Simon went for a drive the lovely old car. The wedding breakfast was held in the amazing dining hall and all too soon the first dance was finished and it was off home for me to prepare to tomorrows wedding.

Monday August 16th

A Monday wedding is a little unusual for me.  David and Hazel were married at Trinity Hall College in Cambridge.  A beautiful setting where the warm afternoon sun was just perfect.  After the ceremony we all moved outside for the photos and a cream tea in the gardens followed by the cake cut, also outside!

Saturday August 14th

The lovely church of St James in Thorley, nr Bishops Storford was the setting for the marriage of Sarah & Tony.  I was with Sarah in the morning for the brides prep photos, which all went well.  After the photos at the church we set off to Blake Hall just outside Bishops Stortford.  The old barn is a lovely setting for a wedding breakfast and the grounds provided some really great photo opportunities.

Friday 13th August

Who's superstitious! Certainly not Jade and Scott.  They were married today at Theobolds Park, Cheshunt.  A great setting.  It was also Jades birthday so a double celebration.  It rained most of the day so we had to do all the group shots inside although we did get the opportunity to do the bride and groom photos outside.  I was with Jade in the morning for brides preps and she looked lovely.  The formals were followed by loads of candid images, the speeches, the cake cut and then the first dance.  Thanks to all those that helped out getting the guests together for the photos.

Tuesday August 10th

Ahhhh little Henry is lovely.  He's six months old today and mum and dad wanted another photo session to celebrate.  I took some images of him at three months old as well, so we are building a lovely record of him at key stages in his little life.

Saturday August 7th

I was with Henny in the morning for the preps photos then off to Selwyn College where Henny & Jon were married in the gorgeous chapel. Selwyn was also the setting for some of the photos. Although it did rain there was enough bright spells for us to take the photos and then make our way around to Newnham College for the wedding breakfast.  At Newnham we did the formals etc and the rain kept away.  As always the evening first dance came around all too soon.

Saturday July 31st

Todays ceremony of Catherine & Tom took place at the aptly named No Hurry Inn (5 Miles from anywhere) nr Ely.  Although the weather was suppose to rain we didn't have any!  A great ceremony and lot of fun.  The setting for the photos down by the river was gorgeous.

Saturday July 24th

Todays wedding was that of Louise & Paul.  My day started with Louise at the hairdressers in Longstanton, then back to Kirsty's house for the preps. The ceremony took place at St John's Church in Waterbeach, nr Cambridge.  After a few photos and confetti through at the church we were off to Denny Abbey for the wedding breakfast.  A lovely old venue and the marquee looked great. Loads more photos and a fabulous hog roast.

Friday July 23rd

Simone & Edd were married at the lovely church of St Giles at Great Hallingbury nr Stansted, with the wedding breakfast at Gt Hallingbury Manor.  From preps to first dance made a very long day but a very enjoyable one. They had a very large cake with incredible Brazilian sweets that Simone made herself! I would happily put loads of weight on eating those :-).  James the videographer and I work well together and we both got some really great images.  The venue was an amazing place to work with some really great lighting effects.   The happy couple used an 18x12 inch photo in a mount from the pre-day photo shoot as a signing board.

Saturday July 17th

Zoe & Martin were married at Hinchingbrooke House, Huntingdon.  From brides preps to first dance meant another full day for me, which I love! Fabulous sunshine (with a few light showers).  A great venue and lots of photo opportunities.  The magician Dean was great, a very funny man and very talented.  Thanks to everyone and John the toastmaster for all his assistance.

Saturday July 10th

Todays wedding of Wendy & Gary was held at the ancient church St Mary's in Houghton, nr St Ives.

I was with Wendy from early on for the preps. Wendy looked really lovely in her self designed dress and Jimmy Choo shoes etc.  After the ceremony and a few group photos we walked to Houghton Mill for a few more photos and then boarded the old 1940's bus that took the guests to the reception venue in Brampton. The marque and gardens looked immaculate.  More photos before the wedding breakfast.  Chimneys of Long Melford handle the catering superbly. Very professional indeed.  A surprise to all the guests were two singing waiters and a singing chef! Only these 'singers' did actually do a lot of serving/clearing etc.  They were incredible, three singers from the West End! The string quartet played beautifully and for a long time in the blazing heat.  A good time was had by all.

Saturday June 26th

Michelle and Ash were married at Sheene Mill nr Royston.  Another great venue where Emma and her team always work hard to ensure you enjoy your day.  From the brides preps to the first dance, so it was another full day for me.  A very hot day and plenty of time for the photos meant a bag full of great images. The coloured lighting around the river is spectacular after dark and so we just had to have a photo session then, with amazing results.  Thanks to everyone for helping me throughout the day.

Saturday June 19th

Denise & Lester were married at Swynford Paddocks where Lisa and her team always do a great job for everyone.  The children had a large sweets table that also kept a lot of the adults happy as well! Glen the toastmaster did a great job as always.  The whole day from brides preps to first dance was very relaxed.  The caricaturist raised quite a few laughs from those brave enough to have one done.  I kept my distance!

Even though it did rain quite a lot we captured some great photos throughout the day.

Saturday June 12th

What a lovely sunny day for the wedding of Joanne & Guy.  Their venue was Quy Mill nr Cambridge.  From brides preps to first dance Joanne barely stopped smiling!, and Guy looked as if he was the cat that got the cream.  Quy Mill is a lovely venue and the whole day went by so quickly.  The football was on TV for those who wanted to watch it and all to soon it was time for me to head for home.

Sunday May 30th

I was in Witham, Essex for the wedding of Marie & Justin.  Although a bit windy the sun was shining and we had a great day together.  Marie arrived in style in a lovely old Rolls Royce.  Justin and the grooms men all looked 'the business' and everything went very smoothly.

Saturday May 29th

Today Rachel & Chris were married at Fulbourn Church with the reception at Ansty Hall, Trumpington.  It rained for most of the day but we still captured some great images.  Ansty Hall is a fabulous venue. I was with Rachel & Chris from brides preps to the start of the wedding breakfast.

Friday May 28th

Michelle & Kevin were married at Ely Registry Office with a reception at the Boat House restaurant also in Ely.  The sun welcomed us all and the laughter echoed throughout the whole time I was with them.  Thank you both for your hospitality.

Saturday May 22nd

Louise & Neil were married at the lovely St Mary's church in Trumpington on the outskirts of Cambridge.  There reception being held at the Double Tree Hilton hotel in Cambridge.  I was with Louise and Neil from brides preps through to the first dance.  A very enjoyable day.  The sun was shining and the whole day went by so quickly.

Sunday May 2nd

Sheri & Nick were married at St Andrews' church in Cambridge and held their reception at the Cambridge University Arms.  Very lucky with the weather as it looked very suspect a few times.  We got loads of photos and did a bit of an 'urban' thing by walking Sheri and Nick down the middle of the road in Cambridge city centre for some very different photos.  Thank you to you both.

Saturday May 1st

Today's wedding I'm covering is for Rachel & Andy at Wood Green near Huntingdon.  The weather was a bit overcast at the beginning of the day with dramatic thundery looking skies.  Then the sun came out! I was with Rachel and Andy from preps to first dance.  A really great day which I enjoyed very much.  The day was quite a special one for me as I have known Andy's family for  quite a few years.

Friday April 16th

Todays wedding is Claire and Ian's at Theobalds Park, Cheshunt.  The hotel is a great blend of old and new. The day went quickly as usual and we had plenty of time for photos throughout the day and into the evening. A big thank you to Claire and Ian for their hospitality and to the Best Man + Ushers for all their help. Photos to be added.

Friday April 9th

Tonight I photographed 'The one and Only' Chesney Hawkes in concert.  I've been looking forward to this event and it was a great night.  I came away with some brilliant images (even if I do say so myself!) which can be viewed on my website very soon.  The support band was very good as well.  My ears finally stopped ringing in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Saturday April 10th

Another amazing sunny day.  I'm off into the depths of Essex for the brides preps and onto Woolston Manor in Chigwell for the wedding of Bonnie and Jeremy.  Once again a big thank you to everyone for their hospitality and friendliness towards me.  We captured some great photos, which I'll post as soon as I can.  It was really strange to see a helicopter very nearly land on an unsuspecting golfer!!

Thursday April 8th

What a lovely sunny day!  Perfect for the wedding of Gemma and Kahled.  A big thank you to them both for their hospitality. South Farm is always a great place for a wedding, so many photo opportunities.  My day started with the preps and ended with the first dance. It was a very enjoyable day for all concerned.  It was also good to meet Emma again, whose wedding I photographed back in 2007 at Parklands.  I'll post a photo very soon.

Where do the months go!

Another very busy couple of month for me.   The launch of my eNews letter has been very successful and goes out to over 1700 readers every month.  Each month we have a featured wedding and a featured supplier.  Tips on how to look your best in the photographs and what to avoid doing in the 'Tell It How It Is' columb!   I've been busy with changes to the web site and also a brand new web site for launch of a new business! MyeMarketing.  MyeMarketing is new concept in electronic marketing for the many individuals and small businesses that don't have the time or the knowledge to take advantage of electronic marketing.  MyeMarketing does all the hard work for you and is very cost effective.  I've covered four weddings during February and the 'wedding season' gets underway in April with 35 weddings booked by the end of Feb!  I'll start posting each wedding again as I know from your emails that you like to read about them.
Look after yourselves and roll on the summer sunshine.

Another Fab year

Hi to everyone that I have had the pleasure of meeting throughout 2009.  Fifty three weddings in total plus a large amount of other work made 2009 another very successful year.  So a big thank you.  2010 is already well on it's way to being a busy year too.  I've updated my web site and added an album proofing section which should make it a breeze for you when you come to proof your album design.  Also, Shelly has joined Proimage Photography as Sales & Marketing Manager and I know she will have a very positive influence on our marketing campaigns.  Shelly joins Linda who is Financial Director.  We now have a monthly eNews letter that will be emailed out to you, full of useful info and a 'Tell it how it is' article!  I'll be strengthening some existing ties with a very good videographer and a local portrait studio and we'll be letting you know about some joint promotions we'll be offering. On that note, I think that's enough from me for now.  Many thanks once again.
Terry, Linda & Shelly