Louise Holgate Photography: Blog https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog en-us (C) Louise Holgate Photography (Louise Holgate Photography) Thu, 08 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT Thu, 08 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT https://www.louiseholgate.com/img/s/v-12/u787118527-o203123038-50.jpg Louise Holgate Photography: Blog https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog 90 120 Autumn Album Offer https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2020/10/autumn-album-offer A few years ago my in-laws celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, and there at the party was their wedding album.  It was a bit tatty round the edges, but fifty years on, the pictures were there for everyone to enjoy.  This is one of my favourites.

Then last year it was my mum and dad’s turn to celebrate 50 years of marriage.  They never got round to putting their photos in an album, so I don’t remember seeing them as I was growing up.  With the big celebration approaching they decided it was finally time to put them in a book so that everyone could look at them and it was lovely to see them.

The digital age of photography is a marvellous thing, but please, I implore you, PRINT YOUR PHOTOS!  Whether you frame them and display them, or put them in an album, just make sure you print them!  Digital files are great, but how future-proof are they?  Just over the last few years we’ve seen cassette tapes, floppy discs and CDs falling out of favour.  They also have a limited life span and can get lost.  Who knows what file formats we’ll be using in fifty years when you’ll hopefully be celebrating your golden wedding anniversary?  Will you be able to show your grandchildren your wedding photos?

One of the best things about my job is when the hard work is finished, and I hand over the link to the finished gallery.  It’s wonderful to see the story of the day come together and be able to share that with my couples.  I love hearing how happy it makes them to re-live their day and see all the little moments and details which they either didn’t notice at the time or they’ve forgotten. 

But one thing I’ve always wondered about is what happens to those pictures after the wedding?  Some couples order a wedding album, either in advance or once they’ve seen their pictures, and I know that they get them out every year on their anniversary.  I’ve worked with some really creative couples who want to make their own and I’d love to know if they actually did and how it turned out. 

There’s no getting away from it, weddings are expensive, and an album is an additional cost at a time when budgets are already stretched.  The most important thing while you’re planning is to secure the right person to document your day, but how about later, once you’ve seen your pictures?  There’s no time limit on when you can order an album.  The first anniversary is a great time as it’s paper, but I’ve done them several years down the line. 

2020 has been a difficult year for all of us, and it’s certainly brought home the important of those closest to us.  A professionally designed and bound wedding album is a wonderful way to remember and share that most special day you spent with your nearest and dearest.

If you always wanted to get an album, but the time wasn’t quite right, or you never got round to it, now’s a great time as I’m offering 20% off all orders placed in October, but you’ll need to get your skates on as it takes a bit of time to get the design perfected once you’ve chosen your pictures.  If you need a little bit longer there’s 10% off in November, and you can still get it in time for Christmas.  If you’d like more details, please get in touch!

And if you need more convincing, here are 5 jolly good reasons to invest in a professional wedding album…

1.      DIGITAL ISN’T INDESTRUCTIBLE!    You’re planning on being married for the rest of your life, so you’ll have to keep those digital images safe for a long while. Technology moves on so quickly and files are easy to lose, either due to hard drive issues, the limited lifespan of the storage media or just not being able to find your disc/USB stick in the back of whichever drawer you saw it last!  Digital images are brilliant, but a photo album is a real life physical back up. 

2.      A professionally designed and printed album will be gorgeous quality and made to last.  You want an album made from the best, professional grade, quality materials that won’t fall apart after a few years from regular wear and tear.  There’s also a lot of skill in arranging your photos so that they flow and tell the story of the day.  I’m a real perfectionist so I literally go over every page with a magnifying glass before I send it to print to ensure that everything is absolutely spot on.  Your album will be PICTURE PERFECT and it will become an HEIRLOOM to pass onto future generations. 

3.      It’s an amazing SHARED EXPERIENCE with each other, and with family and friends.  You want something tangible from your big day, and clicking through images on screen just isn’t the same.  Much as your friends and family love you, they may not want to sit through a slideshow of hundreds and hundreds of photos.  It’s so much easier to look through a carefully curated book of your very favourite images and you’ll look at it far more often.  With a physical object within reach on a shelf or a coffee table, it’s so much easier to pick it up and relive those memories.  You’ll also know that it’ll be there for many years to come.

4.      LIFE TAKES OVER and you may not get round to doing it yourself! Have you got the time to pick out the best shots and organise them in a chronological order that also expertly tells the story of your day, then choose the right place to print it?  When you’re planning your wedding and straight afterwards it’s often all you can think about, but then life moves on and before you know it months or even years have gone by and you just haven’t got round to it.  Especially if you’re like me and you want it to be perfect!  I can help you with that.  Simply pick out your favourite pictures and let me do the rest.  In a few weeks you’ll have a beautifully designed and bound album to show off to your family and friends.

5.      YOU WONT REGRET IT!   Whether it’s right after your wedding, when you’re keen to show off your pictures to your family/friends/work colleagues/the delivery driver, each year on your anniversary, or many years down the line, you’ll never regret investing in presenting your precious memories in a professional quality album.

So, tell me what you think.  If you bought a wedding album, what does it mean to you several years on?  How often do you look at it?  If you planned to make your own, did you do it?  If you did, how did it turn out?  Do you regret not getting an album?

And if an album is something you've been meaning to get round to, get in touch if you'd like to take advantage of my Autumn offer!

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) album Birmingham offer photographer photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2020/10/autumn-album-offer Thu, 08 Oct 2020 16:00:12 GMT
Autumn Family Shoots https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2020/10/autumn-family-shoots Autumn family photo shoot Birmingham midlands outdoors natural relaxedAutumn Family photo shoot

Ah Autumn, probably my favourite time of the year.  The falling leaves, great for kicking up and throwing, shiny conkers, golden light, colourful hats, gloves and wellies.  It’s the perfect time to get out and capture some memories to last a lifetime! 

Your pictures also make fantastic Christmas gifts as you get your full gallery on USB to print and share as you wish.  You can source prints, gifts or photobooks yourselves, or I can organise them for you.  Just ask for details.

Shoots are for up to 6 people from the same household/support bubble and are generally outdoors in a location of your choosing.  They’re very relaxed and natural as I capture you all interacting and having fun, as well as some lightly posed shots in your choice of groupings.

If you’d like to secure a slot, please call or email.  There’s £25 off if you book before 9th Oct so what are you waiting for, get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2020/10/autumn-family-shoots Thu, 01 Oct 2020 09:41:05 GMT
Valentine's Album Offer https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2019/2/valentines-album-offer A couple of years ago my in-laws celebrated their golden wedding anniversary, and there at the party was their wedding album.  It was a bit tatty round the edges, but fifty years on, the pictures were there for everyone to enjoy.  This is one of my favourites.

The digital age of photography is a marvellous thing, but please, I implore you, PRINT YOUR PHOTOS!  Whether you frame them and display them, or put them in an album, just make sure you print them!  Digital files are great, but how future-proof are they?  Just over the last few years we’ve seen cassette tapes, floppy discs and CDs falling out of favour.  They also have a limited life span and can get lost.  Who knows what file formats we’ll be using in fifty years when you’ll hopefully be celebrating your golden wedding anniversary?  Will you be able to show your grandchildren your wedding photos?

One of the best things about my job is when the hard work is finished, and I hand over the link to the finished gallery.  It’s wonderful to see the story of the day come together and be able to share that with my couples.  I love hearing how happy it makes them to re-live their day and see all the little moments and details which they either didn’t notice at the time or they’ve forgotten. 

But one thing I’ve always wondered about is what happens to those pictures after the wedding?  Some couples order a wedding album, either in advance or once they’ve seen their pictures, and I know that they get them out every year on their anniversary.  I’ve worked with some really creative couples who want to make their own and I’d love to know if they actually did and how it turned out. 

There’s no getting away from it, weddings are expensive, and an album is an additional cost at a time when budgets are already stretched.  The most important thing while you’re planning is to secure the right person to document your day, but how about later, once you’ve seen your pictures?  There’s no time limit on when you can order an album.  The first anniversary is a great time as it’s paper, but I’ve done them several years down the line. 

If you always wanted to get an album, but the time wasn’t quite right, or you never got round to it, now’s a great time as I’m offering 20% off all orders placed in February 2019.  If you’d like more details, please get in touch!

And if you need more convincing, here are 5 jolly good reasons to invest in a professional wedding album…

1.      DIGITAL ISN’T INDESTRUCTIBLE!    You’re planning on being married for the rest of your life, so you’ll have to keep those digital images safe for a long while. Technology moves on so quickly and files are easy to lose, either due to hard drive issues, the limited lifespan of the storage media or just not being able to find your disc/USB stick in the back of whichever drawer you saw it last!  Digital images are brilliant, but a photo album is a real life physical back up. 

2.      A professionally designed and printed album will be gorgeous quality and made to last.  You want an album made from the best, professional grade, quality materials that won’t fall apart after a few years from regular wear and tear.  There’s also a lot of skill in arranging your photos so that they flow and tell the story of the day.  I’m a real perfectionist so I literally go over every page with a magnifying glass before I send it to print to ensure that everything is absolutely spot on.  Your album will be PICTURE PERFECT and it will become an HEIRLOOM to pass onto future generations. 

3.      It’s an amazing SHARED EXPERIENCE with each other, and with family and friends.  You want something tangible from your big day, and clicking through images on screen just isn’t the same.  Much as your friends and family love you, they may not want to sit through a slideshow of hundreds and hundreds of photos.  It’s so much easier to look through a carefully curated book of your very favourite images and you’ll look at it far more often.  With a physical object within reach on a shelf or a coffee table, it’s so much easier to pick it up and relive those memories.  You’ll also know that it’ll be there for many years to come.

4.      LIFE TAKES OVER and you may not get round to doing it yourself! Have you got the time to pick out the best shots and organise them in a chronological order that also expertly tells the story of your day, then choose the right place to print it?  When you’re planning your wedding and straight afterwards it’s often all you can think about, but then life moves on and before you know it months or even years have gone by and you just haven’t got round to it.  Especially if you’re like me and you want it to be perfect!  I can help you with that.  Simply pick out your favourite pictures and let me do the rest.  In a few weeks you’ll have a beautifully designed and bound album to show off to your family and friends.

5.      YOU WONT REGRET IT!   Whether it’s right after your wedding, when you’re keen to show off your pictures to your family/friends/work colleagues/the delivery driver, each year on your anniversary, or many years down the line, you’ll never regret investing in presenting your precious memories in a professional quality album.

So, tell me what you think.  If you bought a wedding album, what does it mean to you several years on?  How often do you look at it?  If you planned to make your own, did you do it?  If you did, how did it turn out?  Do you regret not getting an album?

And if an album is something you've been meaning to get round to, get in touch if you'd like to take advantage of my Valentine's offer!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) album Birmingham offer photography Valentine's wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2019/2/valentines-album-offer Thu, 07 Feb 2019 10:39:37 GMT
Old Library Wedding Photography: Maria & Mathew https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/7/old-library-wedding-photography-maria-mathew In complete contrast to my last post, Maria and Mathew chose the vibrant urban setting of Digbeth (or should I say Eastside?) in Birmingham for their wedding.  While I love shooting in the countryside, it’s great to be back in the city every so often as it’s such a contrast and there are so many interesting photo opportunities to be had.

Maria got ready at Hotel LaTour with its striking black and white exterior.  Inside was rather busy, with quite a few bridesmaids and page boys to get ready (including the couple’s 18 month old son) as well as all the adults!  Maria dealt with it all really calmly and emerged looking stunning.

When we arrived at The Old Library at the Custard Factory, I was really pleased to see Steve was their registrar as he’s always really relaxed and puts everyone at their ease.  There were certainly lots of laughs during the ceremony!

After the ceremony we did confetti and a few group shots before the guests went over to Nomad for the drinks reception.  After Maria and Mathew had had some time to mingle with their guests, I took them off for a walk to get some portraits using the interesting backdrops in and around the Custard Factory, then it was back over to the Old Library which had been turned around ready for the meal.  It’s such a stunning space with the high ceiling and arched windows and the delicate peaches and cream, green and gold green colour scheme looked beautiful.

The kids enjoyed themselves and gave me lots of great photo opportunities throughout the day, which was was rounded off with a great disco and some photo props.  I'll leave you to enjoy some pictures which give a flavour of the day!

 

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I’m very happy to be a recommended supplier at The Old Library (and Fazeley Studios), so if you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding there, please get in touch as 2018 is filling up fast!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) birmingham city centre custard factory digbeth documentary eastside midlands old library photographer photography relaxed urban wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/7/old-library-wedding-photography-maria-mathew Thu, 13 Jul 2017 15:50:12 GMT
A Relaxed Tipi Wedding in Worcestershire: Rhiannon & James https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/7/a-relaxed-tipi-wedding-in-worcestershire-rhiannon-james If you follow my work, you’ll know that I’m a big fan of outdoors weddings, so I was delighted when Rhiannon and James booked me for their chilled out tipi wedding in Worcestershire, especially after I’d been to visit the farm where they were having their reception.  The combination of the beautiful farmhouse and garden, interesting backdrops provided by the farmyard and the lake set against a backdrop of rolling fields, was absolutely perfect.

After a ceremony just up the road at St Peter’s Church in Astley, the guests headed down the country lane to the farm, followed by Rhiannon and James in their vintage Beetle.  Their two dogs made a star appearance, and even posed for a few pictures J

The tipi was beautifully styled, with wild flowers, fairy lights, and a vintage cup and saucer for each guest.  The tables were named after local pubs and the meal was a huge ploughmans selection.  Rather than a cake, they had a cheese tower which was decorated with a mouthwatering array of fruit. 

Guests were able to spread out and enjoy the beautiful summer evening.  It’s a good job there was plenty of room as the guys playing with a rugby ball and golf clubs featured heavily!

The day was rounded off with a brilliant set from the band Mansfield Avenue who really got the guests dancing.

Thank you so much to Rhiannon and Jamie for trusting me to capture their day, and for being so lovely to work with.  I know they love their preview pictures, as they’ve already had a peek, but here they are for everyone else to enjoy.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) astley documentary farm female midlands photographer photography relaxed tipi wedding worcestershire https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/7/a-relaxed-tipi-wedding-in-worcestershire-rhiannon-james Tue, 11 Jul 2017 17:12:34 GMT
Wethele Manor Wedding Photography: Alison & Ian https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/6/wethele-manor-wedding-photography-alison-ian Last week I was back at one of my favourite venues, Wethele Manor.  It’s always a pleasure working there as it’s such a beautiful place, with wonderful grounds, and the staff are amazing, making sure the day runs efficiently but in a really relaxed manner which suits my couples, and me too!

My good friend Sarah Russell was working her magic on Alison and her bridesmaids in the hut by the lake, although I’m not sure Ian was keen on the lipstick as you’ll see from some of the pictures!  There was a strong nature theme to the day, starting with the beautifully unusual chameleon necklaces that Alison gave to her bridesmaids.  The cake was decorated with a pair of albatross as they mate for life, and each guest had a mini terrarium with a miniature toadstool and/or snake.  The lovely wild flowers were provided by Honey Pot Flowers and they looked great with the vintage book/fairy light centrepieces.

Wethele is a great venue for a summer wedding as the grounds are perfect for guests to spread out and enjoy themselves, but sadly the weather had other ideas on this occasion.  Alison and Ian had already chosen to have their ceremony in the oak beamed conservatory and the rain did at least hold off long enough for us to spend some time outside.  It also didn’t stop the spacehopper races later in the evening!

Thank you so much to Alison and Ian for sharing your day with me.  It was an honour to capture it for you.  I hope you enjoy your preview pictures!

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If you’re looking for a photographer for your Wethele Manor wedding, please get in touch as I’d love to hear more about your plans!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Midlands Warwickshire Wethele Manor photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/6/wethele-manor-wedding-photography-alison-ian Thu, 15 Jun 2017 17:06:10 GMT
Shustoke Farm Barns Wedding Photography: Steph & Rik https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/6/shustoke-farm-barns-wedding-photography-steph-rik Last Friday I was back at Shustoke Farm Barns in Warwickshire for Steph and Rik’s wedding.  After rain in the morning, the weather improved so the guests were able to enjoy the lovely courtyard for most of the day, although we did have to dodge the showers at times!

The venue was beautifully styled with a travel theme, reflecting Steph and Rik’s love of globetrotting.  Shustoke is such a gorgeous venue and the flowers from Appleblossomwhite fitted perfectly – the sunflowers looked amazing!

Steph looked amazing in her Benjamin Roberts dress - the sparkly belt set it off perfectly.  Her hair was beautifully styled by Jessica Jordan of Mode Bridal Hair and her make up was expertly done by Rachael Claire Bridal.

One of the best parts of my job is capturing the range of emotions during the day and there was certainly no shortage of laughter or tears.  The tissues came out several times as Steph got ready and they were needed again during the ceremony and the speeches! 

The day was rounded off with a brilliant set from Apollo Soul, which really got everyone up and dancing. 

Thanks to Steph and Rik for trusting me to capture their day and thanks also to my lovely friend and awesome second shooter Amy for covering the guys in the morning.

I'll leave you with some highlights from the day, and if you’re looking for a photographer for your Shustoke Farm Barns wedding, get in touch as 2018 is filling up fast!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) documentary female photographer photography relaxed shustoke farm barns sunflowers warwickshire wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/6/shustoke-farm-barns-wedding-photography-steph-rik Fri, 09 Jun 2017 11:02:19 GMT
Crown & Sandy's Wedding Photograpy: Susie & Ben (Preview) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/5/crown-sandys-wedding-photograpy-susie-ben-preview So here we are in May which is such a wonderful time of year to get married.  Last Friday the sun shone and I was in Worcestershire, at St Mary's Church in Stone, near Kidderminster, for Susie and Ben’s big day.  Susie got ready at her parents’ house nearby.  I always love doing prep shots in the bride’s family home as there’s so many little details around the house to photograph and it was great seeing Susie’s beautiful dress hung up next to her daughter’s little white dress too.   Once everyone was ready, Susie and her bridesmaids made the short journey to the church in matching vintage Roll’s Royces, where one of the loveliest vicars I’ve had the pleasure of working with was waiting, along with a very nervous Ben!

It was a lovely ceremony, and after the confetti and a few group shots we made our way to Ombersley for the reception at the Crown and Sandy’s.  This is a very striking pub with its black and white façade and the conservatory was beautifully decorated by The Wedding House.  The flowers in particular were absolutely stunning!  After the meal we took advantage of the beautiful evening to wander down the road to the woods for a few relaxed portraits before Susie and Ben greeted their evening guests and danced the night away.

Thank you so much to Susie and Ben for sharing their special day with me.  It was an honour to capture your wedding and I hope you like your preview pictures!

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If you're looking for a photographer to cover your Worcestershire wedding in a relaxed and natural style, please get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Crown & Sandy's May St Mary's Church Stone Worcestershire documentary female natural photographer photography pub reception relaxed spring summer wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/5/crown-sandys-wedding-photograpy-susie-ben-preview Thu, 11 May 2017 10:30:11 GMT
Fazeley Studios Wedding Photography: Nicola and Damon https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/5/fazeley-studios-wedding-photography-nicola-and-damon I'm starting May with a blast from the past.  Three years ago on this very day, Nicola and Damon tied the knot at my favourite local urban venue, Fazeley Studios in Birmingham.  It was such an emotional day, and Nicola punching the air with her bouquet as she walked back down the aisle is one of my favourite shots from 2014.  Happy anniversary Nicola and Damon - I hope you'll be leafing through your lovely wedding album and that you have a wonderful day!

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If you're looking for a photographer for your wedding at Fazeley Studios, please get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Digbeth Eastside Fazeley Studios Midlands female photographer photography relaxed urban wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/5/fazeley-studios-wedding-photography-nicola-and-damon Wed, 03 May 2017 06:30:00 GMT
Old Thorns Wedding Photography - Natalie & Joe (Preview) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/old-thorns-wedding-photography---natalie-joe-preview My 2017 season started in style last weekend with a trip down to Hampshire for Natalie and Joe's wedding.  They chose Old Thorns near Liphook and were keen to have natural documentary coverage so they could focus on enjoying the day with their family and friends.

Natalie looked absolutely stunning and the aisle in the Champagne Bar was strewn with feathers to match the bodice of her dress.  Joe’s mum Julie did an amazing job with the flowers which was no mean feat.  There were rather a lot of bouquets and buttonholes to make as Natalie and Joe don’t do things by halves – they had seven bridesmaids, eight ushers and two best men!   

The reception was held in the Gatsby ballroom which is the most incredible room – absolutely huge and decorated in full on art deco style - a perfect fit for Natalie and Joe’s wedding theme.    The cake table was also a sight to behold, with four different cakes, all amazingly decorated by Loaded Cakes. 

After some very emotional speeches, there were some pretty epic shapes being pulled on the dance floor at the end of the day.

Thank you Natalie and Joe for choosing me to capture your special day – I hope you like your preview pictures.  The full gallery will be ready in a few weeks.

If you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding, get in touch as I have very limited availability for 2017 and 2018 is filling up fast!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Gatsby Hampshire Old Thorns deco photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/old-thorns-wedding-photography---natalie-joe-preview Fri, 17 Mar 2017 17:56:58 GMT
Wootton Park Wedding Photography: Rachel and Rob https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/wootton-park-wedding-photography-rachel-and-rob It’s not often you turn up to a wedding to find the bride’s mum blowing up a spacehopper, especially whilst looking exceedingly glam!  It set the tone for a very relaxed and fun filled day at one of my favourite local venues, Wootton Park near Stratford upon Avon.

Rachel and Rob are a chilled out couple and chose a relaxed One Life ceremony outdoors on the island, surrounded by the lake and hundreds of teeny tiny froglets.  We had to be very careful not to tread on them!

Rachel was a vision of vintage glamour in her fifties style dress and Rob looked very cool in his three piece suit with pocket watch.  After the ceremony there was ice cream provided by Abigail’s Vintage Scoop and afternoon tea served in the barn which was beautifully styled with a rustic vintage theme.

The sun shone so the guests were able to take full advantage of the extensive grounds and range of garden games.  The space hoppers proved popular with the children (as well as the bride!) and there was a spot of welly wanging too.  In the evening Penny Lane Vintage brought their vintage caravan photo booth which was a big hit with the guests.

Rachel and Rob freely admit that they’re not the smoochy type, which wasn’t a problem as my way of working is to capture my couples interacting naturally.  I wasn’t quite prepared for Rob’s ‘look at my bogey’ moment during their portraits, but it did make for a fabulous series of photos as I captured Rachel‘s reactions.  Rachel tells me she has the bogey shot in pride of place in her living room :)  You can see them below!

The day was rounded off with fantastic music provided by singer Andy Flynn and delicious pizza from Gourmet Alfresco.

It was a magical day and it was an absolute pleasure to be there to capture it for Rachel and Rob to remember forever.  (Thank you so much for the very thoughtful owl themed pressies too!)

If you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding at Wootton Park, get in touch as I have very limited availability for 2017 and 2018 is filling up fast!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Midlands One Life Stratford Warwickshire Wootton Park ceremony female outdoor photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/wootton-park-wedding-photography-rachel-and-rob Fri, 17 Mar 2017 12:55:47 GMT
Gorcott Hall Wedding Photography - Katie & James https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/gorcott-hall-wedding-photography---katie-james It’s been a long time since I’ve blogged – it’s one of those things which gets pushed to the bottom of the to do list once wedding season gets into full swing, but I’m determined to turn over a new leaf in 2017 as I have so many fabulous weddings to share!

I started my wedding year down in Hampshire last weekend and I’ll be posting some pictures from that very soon.  In the meantime, I’ll kick off with one of my favourite weddings from last year. 

Katie and James got married in May and the day started at Katie’s mum and dad’s house where the bride and bridesmaids were getting ready.  Katie’s Jenny Packham dress was exquisite and it suited her perfectly - such a gorgeous bride!  A Routemaster bus took the bridesmaids to St Leonard’s Church in Beoley for the ceremony, while Katie travelled in a vintage Aston Martin.  The journey along the country lanes after the ceremony was a treat for James as he used to work for Aston Martin and he loves the 1960s.

The reception was at Gorcott Hall which is a beautiful venue, tucked away off the A435 on the way to Redditch.  It was perfect for their May wedding.  The house has so much history, the converted barn is perfect for eating and dancing, and the gardens are amazing, especially in early summer.  There’s also a lake where the bride and groom can have portraits taken.  We wandered down there after dinner when the light was golden and the results were bloomin’ gorgeous!

Katie spent a lot of time styling the barn and it looked amazing!  The day was rounded off with a brilliant disco provided by The Best Men.  If you’re looking for DJs who will tailor the playlist to your requirements and guarantee no cheese, look them up!

Thank you so much to Katie and James for choosing me to capture their wedding – it was such a wonderful day.  If you’d like me to capture your wedding at Gorcott Hall, please get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Beoley Birmingham Gorcott Hall Jenny Packham Midlands Redditch church female photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2017/3/gorcott-hall-wedding-photography---katie-james Thu, 16 Mar 2017 15:38:20 GMT
North Wales Pre-Wedding Shoot: Sophie & Geraint https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/7/north-wales-pre-wedding-shoot-sophie-geraint While I was up in North Wales over half term I met up with another couple who've chosen Portmeirion for their wedding.  Sophie and Geraint will be tying the knot there very soon, but they wanted to do their pre-wedding photos somewhere different.  They both grew up in Llanbedr-Dyffryn-Clwyd in Denbighshire and the surrounding hills are very special to them athey spent lots of time together there when they growing up.  We faced a few challenges on our way to the tree where Geraint proposed (how romantic?!!), such as some rather less than amiable cows, but with a detour to the top of the hill and an alternative route, we made it!  We also went to their favourite lake and found some beautiful bluebells.  It was lovely to be able to capture them in this special location and I can't wait to go back up to Wales for their wedding.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Moel Famau North Wales engagement hills photographer photography pre-wedding relaxed https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/7/north-wales-pre-wedding-shoot-sophie-geraint Wed, 06 Jul 2016 21:04:00 GMT
Portmeirion Pre-Wedding Shoot: Alice & Ryan https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/6/portmeirion-pre-wedding-shoot-alice-ryan Alice and Ryan have chosen the most wonderful spot to get married - the amazing Italianate village of Portmeirion in North Wales.  Those of you who follow my blog/Facebook page will know that it's very close to my heart as it's where I got married :)  Their wedding isn't until 2018 but they wanted to explore the village and get some beautiful engagement photographs now.  We met up at the beginning of June and had a lovely time exploring the many different areas of this very special place.  I hope you enjoy looking at them and if you're planning a wedding at Portmeirion, please get in touch!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) North Wales Portmeirion natural photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/6/portmeirion-pre-wedding-shoot-alice-ryan Thu, 30 Jun 2016 09:09:50 GMT
Hidcote Manor Wedding Photography - Roanna & Martin https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/3/hidcote-manor-wedding-photography---roanna-martin The snow may be falling but Spring is definitely on its way.  I love to see the daffodils starting to pop up so I thought I’d share this flower filled wedding from last July.

Roanna and Martin are both keen gardeners and they chose the beautiful setting of Hidcote Manor, a National Trust garden near Chipping Campden in Gloucestershire, for their relaxed summer wedding.  The ceremony was in the Plant House next to the pond which was full of the most out-going newts I’ve ever seen.  The ones in my pond pop up and back down so quickly you blink and you miss them.  These were sunbathing!  This was followed by prosecco and canapés on the Plant House lawn, then we were able to take advantage of the gorgeous summer evening to explore the gardens for some chilled out portraits.  The day ended with a meal and speeches at nearby Threeways House Hotel, home of the Pudding Club.  

Roanna looked absolutely stunning – her dress was so pretty and suited her perfectly.  The flowers were also gorgeous and included my favourite Scabious – such a pretty flower despite the name!  I have to mention the cake as one of the things I like to do is to help my couples whilst they’re planning.  When we met up in June, Roanna and Martin told me they were struggling to find someone to make them the kind of cake they wanted.  I was able to put them in touch with Charlotte at www.buttercreamanddreams.com/ who had made a naked cake for one of my weddings the previous year.  Luckily she was able to help and the finished cake was looked amazing.

Thank you so much to Roanna and Martin for asking me to capture their wedding – it all came together beautifully and it was such a pleasure to shoot, especially as in addition to the beautiful setting and relaxed vibe it was great to catch up with Holly (Roanna’s sister) & Neil, whose wedding I shot a couple of years before, and the rest of the family. 

I’ll leave you to have a look at some of my favourite shots, and if you’re looking for a photographer for a wedding at Hidcote, or any other flower filled venue, please get in touch as I’d love to hear from you!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Hidcote Manor National Trust garden photographer photography relaxed summer wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/3/hidcote-manor-wedding-photography---roanna-martin Fri, 04 Mar 2016 17:08:26 GMT
Portmeirion Wedding Photography - Lucia and Leighton https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/1/portmeirion-wedding-photography---lucia-and-leighton Ever since I became a wedding photographer, it’s been my dream to photograph a wedding at Portmeirion as it’s one of my favourite ever places.  The quirky Italianate features combined with the stunning coastal location in North Wales put it on a lot of photographer’s bucket lists!  I had an extra special reason though as I got married there myself.

I was able to get shots of both bride and groom preparations as Lucia and Leighton were both getting ready at Castle Deudraeth before moving onto the village for the ceremony in the Hercules Hall. Olwen the registrar conducted my wedding and she was just as lovely as I remembered.  After taking some group shots and portraits in the centre of the village, we went back up to the more private setting of Castle Deudraeth where the gardens provided a beautiful backdrop to the drinks reception.

After the pretty epic speeches, including Leighton’s own ‘This is Your Life’ red book moment, I took the happy couple back down into the village for some relaxed portraits.  Most of the day visitors had gone home by then so we were able to make the most of the huge range of photo opportunities the village provides.  Then it was back up to the Castle, where Lucia’s sister entertained the guests with her singing before the DJ took over for the evening.

Thank you so much to Lucia and Leighton for asking me to capture their day.  I have to also say a HUGE thank you to all the staff at Portmeirion and Castle Deudraeth who were absolutely fabulous.  Despite being very tired (having had a wedding the day before in North Yorkshire) I grinned the whole way home as it was such a magical day.  I can’t wait to go back this year for more amazing weddings. 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Castle Deudraeth North Wales Portmeirion documentary photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2016/1/portmeirion-wedding-photography---lucia-and-leighton Thu, 14 Jan 2016 13:47:12 GMT
Hazlewood Castle Wedding Photography - Laetitia and Kate https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/12/hazlewood-castle-wedding-photography---laetitia-and-kate Back in July I had a pretty epic weekend which saw me shooting weddings in North Yorkshire and North Wales in the same weekend.  Both featured castles and both were rather special.

On the Saturday I went up to Yorkshire, where Laetitia and Kate were getting married at Hazlewood Castle.  They chose to get ready together, which made a lovely informal start to the day, before gathering all their closest family and friends together before the ceremony for a glass or two of champagne.

The flowers were like nothing I’d ever seen before.  Firenza Floral Design combined gorgeous cottage garden blooms with herbs and even blackberries.  They looked amazing in Laetitia and Kate’s bouquets and decorating Hazlewood’s Great Hall.  I also loved the lego people – all individually made by the couple – and home-made raspberry gin favours.

Laetitia and Kate went for cupcakes rather than a traditional wedding cake, and the sight of them feeding each other was a lot of fun, especially as Kate ended up with icing on her nose!  I also admired Kate's practicality in having a dress with pockets :)

Laeti and Kate are such a lovely couple and it was a pleasure to capture the love and laughter (of which there was much!) for them to remember forever.  I think it’s the only wedding I’ve been to where the couple has had a standing ovation after the marriage has been announced!  I'll leave you with some highlights of their day.  Part two of my weekend will be coming up early next week - be sure to check back as it's one you won't want to miss!

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If you’re looking for a photographer for your Hazlewood Castle wedding, please get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Hazlewood Castle Yorkshire documentary female photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/12/hazlewood-castle-wedding-photography---laetitia-and-kate Fri, 11 Dec 2015 13:25:10 GMT
Childerley Hall Wedding Photography - Catriona & Chris https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/12/childerley-hall-wedding-photography---catriona-chris So the editing is all up to date, album designs are all off to print ready for Christmas delivery.  Time to get blogging!  I’ve had an amazing 2015 and it’s been such an honour and a privilege to capture so many wonderful weddings over the year.  There will be lots coming up on the blog over the coming months, and here to start things off is Catriona and Chris’ beautiful May wedding which was full of very personal details and connections. 

Catriona got ready at her childhood home, and the willow tree you see in the pictures of her amazing Jenny Packham dress (so so gorgeous!!!) has particular significance.  I knew her dress was going to be spectactular as Catriona was very good at keeping me up to date with developments as the planning progressed and I was very excited when she told me what she’d bought as Jenny Packham is one of my favourite designers.  I wasn’t prepared for the vintage style veil though which was so pretty and suited her perfectly.

From there we travelled to Hadstock in Essex to the Anglo Saxon church of St Botolph, for the ceremony.  Catriona is a historian and the church has a strong family connection going back many years.  Her parents married there and her mum sings in the choir.  The oak door is one of Catriona’s favourite features – it’s the oldest door still in use in Great Britain - so it had to be part of their photographs, including one of my favourites from the whole day.  It’s amazing to think how many people have passed through that door over the last 1000 years.  Chris looked very handsome in his kilt, and his Scottish heritage was also reflected in the spiky Eryngium used in the buttonholes and bouquets.

May/June is my favourite time of the year in the garden and Catriona and Chris timed their day perfectly to take advantage of the beautiful gardens at their reception venue, Childerley Hall near Cambridge.  It truly is a photographer’s dream!  After enjoying the sunshine it was into the barn which had been beautifully decorated for afternoon tea with vintage china and an assortment of tasty treats.  Following the speeches there was a quiz, based on their time theme (history again!), then the evening got going with a ceilidh. 

It really was a fabulous day and I loved being able to share in it.  I’ll leave you with Catriona and Chris’ reaction to seeing their pictures, as well as some highlights:

‘I don't think either of us really know what to say. I guess the main reaction, second to a general astonishment that those are actual photos of us and not people in a catalogue, is that this is exactly why couples should ALWAYS book a professional photographer! We've loved seeing the photos from friends with their lovely cameras but yours are in another league.’

If you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding, please get in touch sooner rather than later.  2016 is now pretty much fully booked!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Cambridge Childerley Hall Essex Hadstock photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/12/childerley-hall-wedding-photography---catriona-chris Wed, 09 Dec 2015 16:40:09 GMT
Elmore Court Wedding Photography - Claire & Stephen's Spring Wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/6/elmore-court-wedding-photography---claire-stephens-spring-wedding Elmore Court is an absolutely stunning venue in the Gloucestershire countryside - you get the benefit of a impressive historic building with rooms where you can stay the night, beautiful gardens and the custom built 'Gillyflower', an amazing space which combines traditional and modern to create the perfect space for a wedding reception.  You can get married in the house, but Claire and Stephen chose to wed in the local church, just down the lane, where the vicar was very relaxed about photography, allowing me to get a great range of shots from different angles, all whilst maintaining a low profile of course!

Claire and Stephen styled the venue beautifully using the services of Sorori Design Florist and Lauren Grey Wedding Stylist.  My breath was taken away when I saw the combination of their decorations with the already stunning setting!  

I also have to mention their guinea pigs, who sadly weren't actually at the wedding but they did play a part, dressed up in mini bride and groom outfits!  You'll have to check out the pictures below to see them.  I also have to mention the amazing speech given by Steve's two best men and the fantastic dancefloor action which rounded off the day.  It's also worth checking out the photos of those!

Thank you so much to Claire and Stephen for choosing me to capture their special day at Elmore Court.  If you're looking for a photographer for your Gloucestershire wedding, please get in touch and I'd be delighted to send you some more information.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Elmore Court Gloucestershire photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/6/elmore-court-wedding-photography---claire-stephens-spring-wedding Fri, 19 Jun 2015 15:40:04 GMT
Elmore Court Pre-Wedding Shoot: Claire & Stephen https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/5/elmore-court-pre-wedding-shoot-claire-stephen This weekend I'll be travelling down to Gloucestershire for Claire and Stephen's wedding at the beautiful Elmore Court.  A couple of weeks ago we met up to go over all their final plans and took some time to explore the extensive grounds whilst taking some pre-wedding pictures.  A pre-wedding shoot is a great way to get used to being in front of the camera whilst getting some lovely pictures of the two of you before the wedding.  May is such a lovely time of year - hopefully the wisteria will still be in full bloom on Saturday!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Elmore Court Gloucestershire engagement photographer photography pre-wedding relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/5/elmore-court-pre-wedding-shoot-claire-stephen Thu, 14 May 2015 14:28:13 GMT
Shustoke Farm Barns: Jenny & Joe's Vintage Summer Wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/5/shustoke-farm-barns-jenny-joes-vintage-summer-wedding I’ve got an absolute stunner of a wedding to share with you today.  Jenny and Joe tied the knot last August at Shustoke Farm Barns near Coleshill in Warwickshire.

Jenny oozed vintage glamour in a silk dress from talented designer Julie Dutton and her hair and make up was expertly done by my good friend Sarah Russell of SGR Vintage Hair and Make Up.  The bridesmaids dresses were also vintage inspired and wonderfully flattering.  They were from 20th Century Foxy.

This wedding gave me one of my favourite shots from last year.  The registrar was lovely and let me stand in her spot so I could capture both Jenny and her dad as they walked in, as well as Joe waiting.  As Jenny neared the front I waited to capture the moment when they looked at each other for the first time but it just didn’t happen.  In the end I had to move back to let the ceremony start and later found out that Joe had been overcome by emotion and just couldn’t look for fear of bursting into tears - awwww!

After drinks outside in the sunshine the guests enjoyed a delicious meal in the barn which was beautifully styled to fit the rustic setting with purple and yellow flowers and buckets of lavender.  The staff at Shustoke are exceedingly efficient and turned the room round in double quick time!

The evening entertainment went with a swing – they had a ceildh which got the guests up on the dancefloor and I was able to get some great action shots!  They also used the upstairs room at Shustoke for a vintage themed photobooth, using a photowall provided by Penny Lane Vintage.

It was a day full of emotion and I was privileged to be able to be there to capture all the wonderful moments for Jenny and Joe to remember forever.  If you’d like me to do the same for you, get in touch as 2016 is filling up fast!

I’ll leave you to look at the pictures.  See if you can spot Jenny’s treasured childhood bear which came to Lea Marston hotel where she was getting ready as well as the funny shot of the guests as the happy couple cut the cake.  I’m so glad that one made it into the album! 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Shustoke Farm Barns Warwickshire documentary female photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/5/shustoke-farm-barns-jenny-joes-vintage-summer-wedding Fri, 08 May 2015 15:43:51 GMT
Worcester Vintage Wedding Fayre - A date for your diary https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/worcester-vintage-wedding-fayre---a-date-for-your-diary glamorous vintage bride laughing at Mythe Barn in WarwickshireVintage Wedding Photography Worcestershire

Vintage is as popular as ever, whether it's a full on theme, or just some retro touches as part of your wedding styling.  A lot of my brides love vintage, such as Jen seen here rocking her 50s glamour model look, so the Worcester Vintage Wedding Fayre at the beautiful Guildhall in the city centre is well worth a visit.  It'll be full of fabulous suppliers, all offering something a bit different to the mainstream, and I'll be there with a full range of sample albums.  It's on the 5th April, from 11-3pm.  Hope to see you there!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) The Vintage Wedding Fayre Worcester photographer relaxed vintage wedding wedding fair https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/worcester-vintage-wedding-fayre---a-date-for-your-diary Wed, 25 Mar 2015 17:16:03 GMT
Fazeley Studios Wedding Photography: Louise & Dave https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/fazeley-studios-wedding-photography-louise-dave On Sunday I’ll be back at one of my favourite venues, Fazeley Studios in Birmingham City Centre, for their wedding fair.  I always love working there as it’s a great place for weddings, whatever the time of year, as you have the use of several different rooms, all of which are stunning, as well as the courtyard, plus the streets around the venue provide some fantastic urban backdrops for your portraits.  The staff are brilliant and it’s perfect for couples looking for a venue with a difference where you can do your own thing in a relaxed way.

Louise and Dave got married there last summer and it was a day filled with laughter, tears and whisky!  They’re such a lovely couple and as you’ll see from the pictures, it was a beautifully styled wedding, full of hand-made details.

I first met Louise when she was buying her seventies vintage dress, which she named Florence (after Florence and the Machine) due to its floaty ethereal quality.  In a nice twist of fate, it was originally made in Italy where Louise and Dave got engaged.  It was absolutely stunning and suited Louise perfectly.   She was such a radiant bride, and Dave looked pretty dapper in his blue suit and bow-tie!  The bridesmaids’ unusual dresses came from ASOS and Louise added the lace trimmings herself.

Louise’s family are Scottish so the male members of the bridal party wore kilts hired from Kiltpin in Scotland and the kids looked really cute in mini-kilts, Scotland rugby tops and matching Converse.  You’ll have to look at the pictures to see if it’s true what they say about Scotsmen and their kilts…

There was hilarity during the ceremony as Louise and Dave’s young son Toby spotted the large wooden elephant which stands behind the registrars’ table and had great fun pointing and making elephant noises during one of the readings! 

I’ll leave you to enjoy the pictures, but if you’re looking for a photographer to capture your wedding at Fazeley Studios, come along for a chat on Sunday, or get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Digbeth Fazeley Studios photographer photography relaxed urban vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/fazeley-studios-wedding-photography-louise-dave Thu, 19 Mar 2015 13:48:18 GMT
Wootton Park Wedding Photography: Rachel & Andy https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/wootton-park-wedding-photography-rachel-andy I’ve got an absolute cracker of a wedding to share with you today and it’s at one of my favourite local venues, Wootton Park, near Stratford Upon Avon, where I'm a recommended supplier.  The combination of beautiful early May weather, fantastic locations, a laid-back fun loving couple and a wealth of fabulous vintage inspired details made it a joy to photograph from start to finish.  Everything was beautifully styled using the striking orange and blue colour scheme – a nod to Rachel’s Dutch heritage. 

The day started in Inkberrow in Worcestershire, where Rachel got ready at her childhood home before walking to the church with her dad and sister/chief bridesmaid.  I went over to Inkberrow the week before the wedding to check out the church and was struck by what a beautiful countryside location it is and the amazing sense of tranquility. 

Andy arrived in a vintage VW Camper Van, bright orange to match the colour scheme, parking up outside The Old Bull, of Archers fame, for a quick pint before the ceremony at St Peter’s Church.

Rachel’s hair and make up was expertly done by the very lovely Sarah Russell of SGR Vintage Hair and Make Up and I absolutely loved her 50s style custom made dress with pockets – what a great idea!  Rachel’s mum made the bridesmaids’ dresses from some gorgeous Liberty print fabric, as well as matching pocket squares for the guys and bow ties for the page boys and mini-best man.

Highlights have to be the rather unreliable orange camper van – watch out for it being pushed up the hill outside the church – and the outdoor speeches which ended with Andy wearing a curly orange wig, one lime green leg-warmer, a football scarf and holding an LP and a light sabre!  Fortunately the camper van started after the ceremony and Rachel was able to drive them off in style, but they didn’t manage to take it on honeymoon as originally planned.  I also loved Rachel’s bouquet of sweet peas – which smelt heavenly – and the cow parsley in and around the church.

The day ended with pizza and sparklers – it doesn’t get much better than that!

I’ll be at the Wootton Park Wedding Open Day this Sunday, from 12-4, so if you’d like to have a chat and look at my sample albums, it would be great to see you.  There’s more information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1537661613138298

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Inkberrow Warwickshire Wootton Park Worcestershire church orange photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/3/wootton-park-wedding-photography-rachel-andy Wed, 04 Mar 2015 14:45:37 GMT
Hotel du Vin Birmingham Wedding Photography: Teresa & Joe https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/2/hotel-du-vin-birmingham-wedding-photography-teresa-joe The first of my 2015 weddings was at the beginning of January at Hotel du Vin in Birmingham city centre.  It was an intimate affair, with Teresa and Joe celebrating with close family and friends.  I offer shorter coverage on certain dates, and my three hour package was perfect for their needs.

 

Teresa looked absolutely stunning in her strapless dress and her bouquet of cream roses and freesias with aspidistra leaves complemented it perfectly.  One of my favourite touches was how each guest had a personal gift, matched to their personality and interests.  Certainly something to consider if you’re having a smaller wedding!  I also loved the reason why they chose early January for their wedding – Tess said it was to give people something to look forward to after Christmas.  January can be a dreary prospect after the festive period, so I thought this was lovely.  Plus it means they have their anniversary to look forward to every year.

 

Winter weddings can be tough to shoot, with natural light in short supply, and all the portraits for this one were inside at the couple’s request.  They were particularly keen to get a shot on the stairs, which isn’t an easy one to get right, especially when you’ve only got a short amount of time.  Luckily just before Christmas I went on a course to further develop my flash skills and I was able to get some advice on the stair shot.  Even the tutor said it was a particularly tricky one to do and we were all delighted with the results! 

 

Thanks to Teresa and Joseph for being wonderful to work with, as well as for the lovely testimonial which you can see here: Rave Reviews

 

I’ll leave you to enjoy the pictures, and if you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding at Hotel du Vin, please get in touch!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Hotel du Vin Midlands city centre photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/2/hotel-du-vin-birmingham-wedding-photography-teresa-joe Thu, 26 Feb 2015 11:55:47 GMT
Compton Verney Wedding Photography: Anne & Paul https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/2/compton-verney-wedding-photography-anne-paul On Sunday I had the pleasure of exhibiting at one of my favourite venues, Compton Verney in Warwickshire.  I’m delighted to have been chosen as one of their recommended suppliers after shooting a wedding there last summer.  It’s such a great venue for a wedding at any time of the year, with the extensive and very beautiful grounds combined with the stunning architecture of the Georgian Manor House and the paintings and sculptures in the art gallery.  It’s definitely a venue with a difference!

 

The other reason why I love Compton Verney is that the staff are fantastic.  They are incredibly friendly and efficient so your day will run beautifully.  They are so good that they won the award for Best Events Team in the West Midlands at the 2015 Wedding Industry Awards.

 

Anne and Paul chose July for their wedding and they had a lovely sunny day, enabling them and their guests to enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds.  It also meant we could make full use of the many opportunities Compton Verney offers for interesting portrait shots.  I’m very much led by my clients when it comes to couple shots.  Most people spend around 20-30 minutes on these, but if you want to spend more or less time on them that’s fine.  With an early ceremony we were able to go for a stroll at three different points in the day to get a variety of relaxed, romantic pictures which look amazing in Anne and Paul’s album.

 

It was a wonderful day, full of love and laughter, and I’m very grateful to Anne and Paul for asking me to capture it for them.  Thanks also to Frank Wood who did a fabulous job of assisting me on the day.

 

I’ll leave you to enjoy the pictures, and if you’re looking for a photographer for your Compton Verney wedding, please get in touch!

 

(Can you guess the song everyone is dancing to after the first dance?  It was a great way to get people up on the dancefloor and made for fantastic pictures.  Leave a comment if you can!)

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Compton Verney Summer Warwickshire documentary photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2015/2/compton-verney-wedding-photography-anne-paul Tue, 24 Feb 2015 15:53:43 GMT
Hatton Village Hall Wedding Photography: Sally & John https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/hatton-village-hall-wedding-photography-sally-john Sally and John got married on midsummer’s day at St Mary’s Church in Hatton, just a short walk from their reception venue, Hatton Village Hall in Warwickshire.  They’re both really laid back and they were lucky to have a vicar to match.  Keith gave a very entertaining sermon and they chose the most wonderful Sanskrit poem as part of their ceremony.  I’m going to print this out to display at home as they are very wise words:

‘For yesterday is but a memory and tomorrow is only a vision. But today well lived makes every yesterday a memory of happiness and tomorrow a vision of hope, Look well, therefore, to this day.’

The reception started with tea and scones, served on vintage crockery, accompanied by a fiddler, before everyone sat down to a three course meal in the main hall, which Sally and John had decorated beautifully.  The English country garden/vintage theme fitted perfectly with the style of Hatton Village Hall.  Sally and her mum made over 50 metres of bunting, and the tables were laden with vintage enamel jugs, glass bottles and china tea cups that she collected from ebay and charity shops.  The vintage school desk with postcards for guests to write and hang up was a lovely touch and I absolutely loved the embroidered tablecloths – I have fond memories of making one of these myself many years ago. 

Sally wanted organic, natural flowers and was thrilled when she found Honey Pot Flowers just round the corner from the venue.  The mix of cottage garden flowers was just stunning, and included one of my favourite flowers, Scabious. 

I have to mention Sally’s dress – it was absolutely exquisite and perfectly her.  She found it at Minna in London and she paired it with the most beautiful veil.  I’ve never seen one like it before.  John scrubbed up pretty well too and their little boy looked adorable with his bow tie, braces and Converse. 

After popping out for a few sunset pictures and a walk along the lane, Sally and John ended the day with a ceilidh to get everyone up on the dance floor. 

Thank you to Sally and John for asking me to document their day - one of my favourite things about the day was the absolutely huge grin on Sally’s face for the whole day! 

Hatton is the perfect venue for a couple who want a laid back reception and who want to add their own creative touches.  I’m looking forward to being back there in April for Holly and Jim’s Spring wedding.  If you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding at Hatton, get in touch!

If you’d like to read more about Sally and John’s wedding at Hatton, check out the fabulous feature on Love My Dress for lots more details and a supplier list:

http://www.lovemydress.net/blog/2014/11/midsummer-nights-dream-village-hall-minna-wedding.html

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Hatton Village Hall Warwickshire photography pre-wedding relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/hatton-village-hall-wedding-photography-sally-john Fri, 19 Dec 2014 15:00:15 GMT
West Midlands Best Wedding Photographer Regional Finalist https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/west-midlands-best-wedding-photographer-regional-finalist Earlier this year I was delighted to be nominated in the Wedding Industry Awards, in the Best Wedding Photographer in the West Midlands category.  It's a great one to be involved with as only your past clients can vote for you, scoring you on various criteria and leaving comments relating to their experience with you.  I'm very grateful to all my clients from 2013/4 who took the time to vote and leave some comments.

Having a job where I get to share in one of the most important and exciting days of people's lives is absolutely amazing and I never lose sight of the trust my couples have placed in me.  I aim to give each of my couples a fantastic experience, right from when they first get in touch, during the planning process and the day itself and right through to when their pictures are delivered.  Reading the comments makes me so happy as they show that I achieved what I set out to do.

Thank you so so much to all the lovely couples who invited me to be a part of their special day.  I'm so glad that you love your pictures and that they're everything you wished for and more.  I have one more wedding to photograph in 2014, then I can't wait to get started in January with the first my 2015 weddings! 

I'll leave you with the comments and if you're looking for a photographer for your 2015 wedding, don't delay -  get in touch! - as I have very limited availability.  I'm also now taking bookings for 2016.

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands awards client feedback photographer photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/west-midlands-best-wedding-photographer-regional-finalist Tue, 09 Dec 2014 21:57:19 GMT
An Autumn Wedding at Hampton Manor https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/an-autumn-wedding-at-hampton-manor I've got an absolute cracker for you today with two gorgeous venues and the most exquisite dress from one of my favourite designers!

Charlotte and Andreas chose Hampton Manor near Solihull for their Autumn wedding as it's possible to walk from the venue to the church in Hampton in Arden.  I've had a few weddings this year where the bride has been able to stroll to the church and it's such a lovely relaxed way to arrive.  It was a beautiful Autumn day and I was able to get some fantastic photos of Charlotte chatting and laughing with her dad and bridesmaids as they walked to the church.

It's always a pleasure to work at St Mary & St Bartholomew's as it's a beautiful church and Duncan is one of the nicest vicars I've had the fortune of working with.  It was a lovely service and featured all the guests joining in with "Sto lat", a traditional Polish song that is sung to express good wishes, good health and long life along with a toast of a specially brewed beverage made by a family member!  After one of the most epic confetti walk-throughs I've photographed the newlyweds were able to lead their guests back to Hampton Manor in the Autumn sunshine.

Charlotte chose a Jenny Packham dress from Quello Bridal in Kenilworth and she looked absolutely amazing.  Hampton Manor was the perfect setting for her glamorous vintage look and elegant blush colour scheme.    

Thank you to Charlotte and Andreas for asking me to capture your wedding day - it was an absolute pleasure!

If you're looking for a photographer for your Hampton Manor wedding and would like relaxed, natural coverage, capturing all the little moments, get in touch - I have very limited availability for 2015 and I'm now taking bookings for 2016.

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Hampton Manor Jenny Packham Midlands Solihull photographer photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/12/an-autumn-wedding-at-hampton-manor Thu, 04 Dec 2014 12:31:35 GMT
Cripps Barn Wedding Photography: Nikki & Dom https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/cripps-barn-wedding-photography I first met Nikki and Dom at a wedding I shot last year where Nikki was a bridesmaid.  It turned out they live just round the corner from me and I was delighted when they chose me to photograph their big day at Cripps Barn in the Cotswolds.  Nikki is very artistic and the day featured a wealth of hand-made details she'd lovingly crafted.  She'd also had help from some equally talented friends, one of whom made the gorgeous cake and another who made the beautiful bouquet, plus Nikki's mum made the bridesmaids' dresses.

I loved the bird theme - a play on the couple's surname - and the delicate peach colour scheme.  Nikki's dress was custom designed and made by the amazing Couture Company in Birmingham - it was truly spectacular!  Her Irregular Choice shoes were pretty special too, and the gorgeous rural barn where Nikki got ready provided the perfect backdrop to photograph them in advance of the outdoor ceremony.

I'll leave you to have a look at the pictures - watch out for the flower girl and page boy who joined in with the first dance!

If you're looking for a photographer for your Cripps Barn wedding, get in touch!  I'm already booked for some more weddings there next year and I can't wait to go back!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Bibury Cotswolds Cripps Barn outdoor photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/cripps-barn-wedding-photography Tue, 25 Nov 2014 12:46:30 GMT
Ardencote Manor Wedding Photography - Kat & Matt https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/ardencote-manor-wedding-photography Back in April, Kat and Matt (who you may remember from their Lickey Hills pre-wedding shoot with their adorable puppy) chose Ardencote Manor for their wedding reception, after an emotional ceremony at St Nicholas Beaudesert Church in Henley in Arden.  The daffodils were still in full bloom and it was a wonderful day.  Kat looked stunning in her Ian Stuart dress and they travelled in style with a vintage VW convertible Beetle for the happy couple, and a vintage camper van for the bridal party.

 

I think Kat has to win the prize for my most emotional bride this year - she dissolved into tears as her hair and make up were being finished and she was still crying after the half hour journey to the church!  However, it meant so much to capture the transition from tears to laughter as the day went on and the images of Kat outside the church and during the ceremony are some of my favourites from the year, because of the real emotion captured.

 

Look out for the amazing table plan, created by Kat's chief bridesmaid, which fitted perfectly with the English garden theme.  The Palm Conservatory at Ardencote was the perfect setting and I have to thank the staff there for being so helpful and welcoming.  They really went above and beyond.  I must also thank Frank Wood for his assistance in capturing the day.

 

I'll leave you to enjoy the pictures and it would be great if you could leave Kat and Matt a comment.  If you're looking for a photographer for your Ardencote Manor wedding, get in touch as dates are filling fast for 2015 and 2016!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Ardencote Manor Henley in Arden Spring Warwickshire photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/ardencote-manor-wedding-photography Mon, 24 Nov 2014 15:31:33 GMT
Exciting News! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/exciting-news The 2015 Wedding Industry Awards REGIONAL FINALIST<br />West MidThe 2015 Wedding Industry Awards REGIONAL FINALIST<br />West MidThe 2015 Wedding Industry Awards REGIONAL FINALIST<br />West Midlands Certificate

I have some very exciting news - I've been short-listed in The Wedding Industry Awards!!! Thank you so much to all my lovely couples who voted for me.

I'm so grateful to you all for trusting me to capture your wedding day and then for you taking the time to cast your votes and add your comments.

I'll be biting my nails on the 19th at the Regional Final so watch this space!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Awards Birmingham photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/11/exciting-news Wed, 05 Nov 2014 16:06:44 GMT
Why should you book me? https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/10/kind-words I love my couples and there's nothing better than hearing how happy their wedding pictures have made them. Check out the new feedback section on the website to see what they said after viewing their galleries for the first time and after receiving their special parcel of loveliness a little later!

http://www.louiseholgate.com/rave-reviews

(PS Over the last few months I've lost count of the number of lovely couples I've had to turn away for 2015 as I'm already booked. If you are interested in securing my services to capture your wedding, don't leave it too late!)

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands female photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/10/kind-words Wed, 15 Oct 2014 12:20:40 GMT
A quick update! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/8/a-quick-summer-update Crikey, I can't believe we're nearly at the end of August and I haven't updated my blog in ages *hangs head in shame*.  I've been so busy with meetings, enquiries, shooting lots and lots of lovely weddings and then editing them, plus generally looking after my clients in the manner to which they've become accustomed.  In amongst all that I've tried to find some time to spend with my family as it's the summer holidays after all, so the blog is feeling rather unloved (and as for housework - don't even go there!)

 

I have so much stuff to show you, but it's going to have to wait a little longer until the August rush has finished and school have gone back.  The best place to see what I've been up to recently is to follow my Facebook page as I post previews and news on there regularly.   Come on over and give me a like and see what I've been up to recently!

 

I'll also mention while I'm here that I'm getting very booked up for next year and have had to turn away lots of enquiries recently.  To ensure that I can maintain the high quality service I pride myself on, and in an attempt to achieve some kind of work/life balance, I'm only taking on a limited number of bookings for 2015 and there aren't many spots left.  If you are interested in securing my services for your wedding, please get in touch sooner rather than later! 

 

I'll leave you with a few quick pictures from Ellie and Mark's fantastic tipi wedding in Solihull, just because I love a good confetti shot and the last couple of weeks have been all about tipis :)  Hope to see you over on Facebook and the blog will be back in action soon!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands Our Lady of the Wayside Solihull female photographer photography relaxed tipi wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/8/a-quick-summer-update Wed, 20 Aug 2014 15:24:44 GMT
Wootton Park Wedding Photography: Emily & Tommy https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/6/wootton-park-wedding-photography September last year saw me back in Stratford Upon Avon for Emily & Tommy’s gorgeous autumn day wedding. It was great to be back at the Holy Trinity Church in Stratford Upon Avon.

After a beautiful ceremony we were off to Wootton Park in Wootton Wawen near Stratford; This is a great venue where I'm a recommended wedding photography supplier and I always love working there.   It’s one of my favourite local venues with their beautiful buildings and lots of outdoor space plus the very cool glamping pods and accommodation in the stylishly decorated Farmhouse.

The wedding reception contained lots of hand made items – Emily, along with the help of family and friends made lots of things for the wedding - and it really had that personal touch.

The couple wanted to spend plenty of time on their wedding portraits - some at the church, some before the meal and some in the evening - and the relaxed timings that the couple had chosen for the day allowed this. This was great as it allowed me to get full coverage of everything else in a very flexible way.

Check out their photos and watch out for the photo of Tommy from the stag do during the speeches!

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I also have to share the lovely testimonial Emily & Tommy sent me after they saw their pictures:


'Louise provided a very personal, friendly, passionate and reliable service for our wedding. Right from the start she offered her support whenever we needed it and various ideas for differing shots, as well as listening to what we wanted. We were incredibly pleased on the day as Louise was really professional and calm, but also very organised which we wanted.
 
When we saw many of the photos, we weren't quite sure how she managed to capture the moment without us realising!  All of the photos were captured in a beautiful and natural way and we felt completely comfortable throughout the experience.
 
Louise is very talented and her attention to detail is second to none! We were very pleased with our wedding photos and had lots of fun looking at the pictures with our family and friends who were just as impressed - our wishes were catered for beyond our expectations. We are still looking at them frequently four months down the line and would definitely recommend Louise’s services! Thank you Louise xXx'

 

Thank you Emily and Tommy - you were a delight to work with and I'm so glad your pictures are bringing you so much happiness.

If you're looking for a photographer for your Wootton Park wedding, please get in touch.  I have very limited availability for the rest of 2014 and 2015 is filling up fast!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Midlands Stratford Upon Avon Wootton Park female photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/6/wootton-park-wedding-photography Tue, 10 Jun 2014 16:05:53 GMT
Pre-Wedding Photography: Kat & Matt in the Lickey Hills https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/6/kat-matt-pre-wedding-photoshoot I had the pleasure of meeting Kat and Matt recently for their pre-wedding photoshoot at the Lickey Hills Country Park near Birmingham, which is a very special location for the couple. It was a gorgeous sunny day and as we shot late into the afternoon we were able to make the most of the beautiful golden light.
 
The couple bought their puppy, which enabled us to get some playful shots, but Mum and Dad were also on hand for a spot of dog sitting for when the couple wanted some alone time photos.
 
I’ve found that it is a good idea to schedule a shoot such as this for early evening during the summer months to catch the golden hour  and It is also good to consider the time of sunset during your wedding if you'd like to get some sunset shots.
 
Engagement or pre-wedding shoots are a great way to get comfortable with being in front of the camera on your big day and for us to get to know each other better.   They also let you express your personality as a couple and give you some great pictures of the two of you, which you can use for a signing book or photo frame at your wedding, or just to print, frame and then display around the house.
 
The beautiful couple got married over the Easter weekend, with a lovely reception at Ardencote Manor Hotel in Warwick.  Watch out for some of their wedding pictures coming up on the blog soon!
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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Lickey Hills Midlands dog engagement female photographer photography pre-wedding relaxed https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/6/kat-matt-pre-wedding-photoshoot Fri, 06 Jun 2014 10:09:54 GMT
Bank Holiday Wedding Photography sneak peek - Fazeley Studios & Wootton Park https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/5/bank-holiday-wedding-photography-sneak-peek---fazeley-studios-wootton-park Bank holidays mean one thing when you're a wedding photographer - lots of weddings!  Fortunately the weather was very kind last weekend and the sun shone on both my weddings which were at venues where I'm a recommended supplier.

 

On Saturday I was back at Fazeley Studios in Birmingham City Centre for Nicola & Damon's wedding, then on Sunday I was at Wootton Park near Stratford Upon Avon for Rachel & Andy's reception, following a lovely service at St Peter's Church in Inkberrow. 

 

The locations are quite a contrast - one being very urban and the other rural - but my relaxed style of photography works equally well in both. 


Here's just a very quick peek at both weddings.  Watch this space for more pictures soon!

 

First up - here's Nicola & Damon at Fazeley Studios:

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And here's Rachel & Andy at Wootton Park:

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If you're looking for a photographer for your Fazeley Studios or Wootton Park wedding, get in touch.  I have very limited availability for the rest of 2015 and 2015 is filling up fast!

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios Wootton Park photographer photography relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/5/bank-holiday-wedding-photography-sneak-peek---fazeley-studios-wootton-park Thu, 08 May 2014 12:25:19 GMT
Mythe Barn Wedding Photography - Jen & Chris https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/4/mythe-barn-wedding-photography---jen-chris Things have been rather quiet on the blog front here so far this year, but I've been very busy behind the scenes, shooting weddings, engagement and portrait shoots as well as designing albums, meeting clients and talking to couples at wedding fairs and venue open evenings.  It's about time I shared some of the loveliness I've already been fortunate enough to have photographed in 2014 so here to start us off is Jen & Chris' beautiful March wedding.

Jen & Chris chose Mythe Barn in Atherstone, Warwickshire as their venue.  I hadn't worked there before but I knew it was a lovely venue.  We met up a couple of weeks beforehand to go through all their final plans and to have a look around, as I do with all my couples prior to the big day.  It certainly didn't disappoint!    On the day it proved to be the perfect location, with the barn's fusion of rustic and modern design providing the perfect backdrop to their vintage theme.  The staff were very efficient but also relaxed and friendly which is the perfect combination!

Jen absolutely rocked her vintage style dress with pink and red petticoats and Vivienne Westwood shoes.  She even had matching flats which she wore for walking round during the couple portraits and in the evening.  There were so many wonderful handmade touches, such as the lovely bead, button and feather bouquets and buttonholes and Jen even made little replicas of their outfits to dress the hippos on top of the beautiful naked cake!

Thanks to Jen and Chris for choosing me to capture their special day.  If you like the pictures, please leave a comment and if you're looking for a photographer for your Mythe Barn wedding, get in touch!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Mythe Barn Warwickshire female photographer photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/4/mythe-barn-wedding-photography---jen-chris Thu, 10 Apr 2014 10:25:20 GMT
Spring Wedding Fair dates https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/2/spring-wedding-fair-dates Spring must be on its way as wedding fair season is starting (I'm ignoring the snow that's just fallen)!  

If you'd like to come and have a look at my sample albums and have a chat about your wedding photography, these are the fairs I'll be exhibiting at over the next couple of months:

 

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16th Feb:  The Vintage Wedding Fayre at Cheltenham Pump Rooms

2nd March: Avoncroft Museum near Bromsgrove

16th March: Wootton Park near Stratford Upon Avon

6th April:  The Tie the Knot Unique & Eclectic Wedding Carnival at Elmore Court in Gloucestershire


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I still have a few dates for this year available and next year is starting to fill up so don't wait too long to

get in touch!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Gloucestershire Midlands Spring Warwickshire Worcestershire fair fayre photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/2/spring-wedding-fair-dates Tue, 11 Feb 2014 12:14:50 GMT
Wethele Manor Wedding Photography - Claire & Stuart's outdoor wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/1/wethele-manor-wedding-photography---claire-stuarts-outdoor-wedding Claire and Stuart got married in an outdoor ceremony at Wethele Manor in Warwickshire last summer on a beautiful summer's day.  Wethele is a wonderful venue set in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside.  There are beautiful gardens for guests to relax and mingle and plenty of room for the kids to run round as well as lots of scope for creative couple portraits.  The staff are fantastic, making sure everyone feels welcome and making sure the day runs smoothly.  Here's a few of my favourite images.  See if you can spot the very cute little piggies!

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Thanks to my good friend Ruth Goalby for inviting me along to assist.   If you're planning your wedding at Wethele Manor I'd love to find out more about your plans so get in touch!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Warwickshire Wethele Manor outdoor photography relaxed summer wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/1/wethele-manor-wedding-photography---claire-stuarts-outdoor-wedding Thu, 09 Jan 2014 11:45:02 GMT
A Christmas Wedding at the Old Library in Birmingham https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/1/a-christmas-wedding-at-the-old-library Amy and Neil planned and organised their big day in just over four weeks, coming over from their home in Shanghai to get married at the Old Library at the Custard Factory in Birmingham city centre on the Saturday after Christmas.  It's a stunning venue which you can really make your own mark on.  They chose a red theme with Chinese pandas on the tables which were very popular with the kids.  There were many flying pandas on the dancefloor in the evening!

 

It was obvious how much in love they are - Amy didn't stop smiling all day and she just couldn't wait for the moment when they could kiss for the first time as husband and wife.  I loved how she kept whispering to Neil, "Can we kiss yet?" all through the ceremony :)

 

The Custard Factory offers so many great opportunities for photos and they were keen to make the most of them, despite the cold and Amy's very high (& very sparkly) shoes, which meant we captured a wonderful range of portraits.  They even fitted in a game of table tennis as you'll see from the pictures below. 

 

Congratulations Amy and Neil and thanks again for trusting me to capture your special day.  I know that you're going to be very happy together :)

 

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Thanks to Lee and everyone at Fazeley Events for another wonderful day.  I love how everything always runs so smoothly but is managed in a very relaxed way.  If you're planning a wedding at the Old Library or Fazeley Studios, I'd love to have a chat about your plans so get in touch!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Custard Factory Digbeth Old Library photography relaxed urban wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2014/1/a-christmas-wedding-at-the-old-library Tue, 07 Jan 2014 11:10:47 GMT
Happy New Year! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/happy-new-year So here we are at the end of 2013.  It's been an amazing year for my photography business and I'd like to say a huge thank you to all my amazing clients who entrusted me with capturing their memories this year.  It's been an absolute pleasure and I can't wait to see what 2014 brings. 

 

A 'highlights' post is in the pipeline, but I'd like to end my blogging year by sharing some feedback and a testimonial which popped into my inbox yesterday, bringing a big smile to my face as it really summed up what I set out to achieve with each and every wedding.  Thank you Emily and Tommy!

 

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"We wanted a really relaxed country style wedding and we wanted our photos to reflect not only our wedding day, but also our personalities. When we were researching photographers, your natural shots each told a story and this was something that drew us to your work. Our wedding venue had beautiful grounds and a lot of the wedding was designed and created by ourselves, and from looking at your attention to detail from previous weddings we knew that you would cater for our wishes - and beyond!

 

The overall experience on the day was amazing! We had a lot of shots to get through however you were incredibly calm but also incredibly organised. Looking through the shots we weren’t quite sure how you managed to capture some amazing natural shots - specifically in the speeches.

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I would describe our photos as being beautifully natural, relaxed and had just enough quirkiness! I loved the shots of me and my husband in our wellies, outside chatting to friends with shots of the tranquil grounds behind us. I personally, also liked the way that you took extra time to take shots that were especially important to me.

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Louise provided a very personal, friendly, passionate and reliable service for our wedding. Right from the start she offered her support whenever we needed it and various ideas for differing shots, as well as listening to what we wanted. We were incredibly pleased on the day as Louise was really professional and calm, but also very organised which we wanted.

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When we saw many of the photos, we weren't quite sure how she managed to capture the moment without us realising!  All of the photos were captured in a beautiful and natural way and we felt completely comfortable throughout the experience.

Louise is very talented and her attention to detail is second to none! We were very pleased with our wedding photos and had lots of fun looking at the pictures with our family and friends who were just as impressed - our wishes were catered for beyond our expectations. We are still looking at them frequently four months down the line and would definitely recommend Louise’s services! Thank you Louise xXx"

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If that sounds like the kind of experience you're looking for, whether it's for a wedding or to capture your family, please get in touch.  In the meantime, have a very...

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Holy Trinity Stratford Upon Avon Wootton Park church feedback natural photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/happy-new-year Tue, 31 Dec 2013 14:49:27 GMT
A Christmas Wedding at Hampton Manor - Preview https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/a-christmas-wedding-at-hampton-manor---preview I hope you've all had a very Merry Christmas with your family and friends.  I've enjoyed a bit of a break but it's time to fire up the cameras ready for my last wedding of the year tomorrow.  Amy & Neil have come over from Shanghai to get married at the Old Library in the Custard Factory in Birmingham so it's going to be a very special one to end 2013.

Here's a quick preview of Laura & Spen beautiful Christmas wedding at Hampton Manor in Solihull last Saturday. 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Christmas Hampton Manor Solihull photography relaxed stylish vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/a-christmas-wedding-at-hampton-manor---preview Fri, 27 Dec 2013 19:42:34 GMT
Merry Christmas! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/merry-christmas Well here we are - the day my 6 year old thought would never get here - it's Christmas Eve!  In between the Christmas weddings, I'm taking a few days off to spend with family.  I'm off now to dig out the stocking and pour a glass of mulled wine but here's a quick picture from Saturday's wedding at Hampton Manor in Solihull to wish you a very Merry Christmas!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Christmas Hampton Manor Solihull photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/merry-christmas Tue, 24 Dec 2013 16:27:31 GMT
Midlands Newborn Baby Photography - Emily Grace https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/midlands-newborn-baby-photography---emily-grace A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of photographing a beautiful newborn baby girl with the beautiful name of Emily Grace.  My Emily is nearly seven but I still remember those first few weeks when they just want to be close to mum and dad and will literally sleep in the palm of your hand, as you'll see below!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands Redditch baby female newborn photographer photography https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/12/midlands-newborn-baby-photography---emily-grace Mon, 16 Dec 2013 11:18:32 GMT
Published: Beccy & Tom's Quirky Autumn Wedding at New Hall in Sutton Coldfield https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/published-beccy-toms-quirky-autumn-wedding-at-new-hall-in-sutton-coldfield Hot off the press is my second magazine feature this week :)  Beccy & Tom had a very quirky, colourful Autumn wedding last October with a fairy/pagan/Hallowe'en theme.  I'm not surprised it was chosen for a feature in Wedding Ideas magazine.   Doesn't it look great?

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(Louise Holgate Photography) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/published-beccy-toms-quirky-autumn-wedding-at-new-hall-in-sutton-coldfield Thu, 28 Nov 2013 12:50:17 GMT
Cover Stars! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/cover-stars I'm delighted to be able to share the first of two magazine features I've had published this week.  Amy and John's beautiful vintage wedding at Fazeley Studios in Birmingham is featured in the new issue of Your West Midlands Wedding and they were chosen to grace the cover :)  It hits the shops on Friday if you'd like a copy.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios photography quirky relaxed vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/cover-stars Tue, 26 Nov 2013 13:08:36 GMT
An Autumn Wedding at Curradine Barns https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/an-autumn-wedding-at-curradine-barns Twinkling fairy lights, hanging hops, candles and an open fire - Curradine Barns in Worcestershire was the perfect venue for Kate and John's Autumn wedding as it's so cosy and atmospheric.  Luckily the weather was kind and we dodged the showers to get outside for photos in the lovely grounds but we were very happy to return to the warmth of indoors afterwards!

 

The couple made pretty much everything themselves - check out what an amazing job Kate did on the cake!  Their names made out of lego (by John), the lollipop trees on the sweet table and the table names drawn by the young bridesmaids and pageboys are personal favourites.  (And how cute are those pageboys???)

 

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It's clear to see how much in love Kate and John are and I really enjoyed documenting their wedding.  They opted for a shorter package so I left them after the speeches, but not before sneaking in a few pictures of the sweetie table and the pumpkins lit up when it got dark.  This is a great way to make your budget go further but still get high quality coverage of your day.

 

Thanks to the staff as well for being so warm and welcoming.  If you're planning your wedding at Curradine Barns, get in touch as I'd love to work with you!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Autumn Curradine Barns Worcestershire hand-made photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/11/an-autumn-wedding-at-curradine-barns Tue, 05 Nov 2013 12:05:16 GMT
Holly & Neil's Superhero Wedding at Highbury Hall - Preview https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/holly-neils-superhero-wedding-at-highbury-hall---preview I first met Holly and Neil at the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair last year and I was so excited to see how their plans for a vintage, superhero themed wedding, complete with masqued ball would turn out.  The wedding was held at Highbury Hall in Birmingham, which is just down the road from me, on a lovely Autumn day and it certainly didn't disappoint.  You can see from the pictures how perfect Holly and Neil are for each other and check out all the fantastic hand-made details. 

Congratulations Holly and Neil and thank you for choosing me to capture your wedding.  The full gallery will be ready soon!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Hall Highbury Midlands fun photography relaxed silly superhero vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/holly-neils-superhero-wedding-at-highbury-hall---preview Thu, 31 Oct 2013 12:03:52 GMT
Brown Paper Packages Tied Up With Strings https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/brown-paper-packages-tied-up-with-strings One of the things I love about being a wedding photographer is seeing the things my couples make for their weddings.  It really brings that personal touch and I love a bit of crafting myself.  I feel so privileged to have a creative job and I like to bring that creativity and attention to detail right through to the delivery of your images.

 

Editing your wedding photographs is a real labour of love, whether you've chosen a digital collection or an album, and I believe they should be beautifully presented so I spent some time last week updating my packaging. I sent my first parcels off on Friday and I've had some wonderful feedback already from my brides which has really brought a smile to my face.

 

"Sooo happy to see our fabulous photos have been delivered on disc by the wonderful Louise Holgate i felt like a kid in a sweet shop... literally... as when i opened the box there was a lovely surprise little treat in there. Its those little details and personal touches that make Louise such a fabulous photographer. Would recommend her to anyone. Thanks so much Louise.. You've made my day today! xxx" Ami & Dave

 

"The gift arrived yesterday thank you and is amazing!  You put so much thought into everything you do :) The card is lovely and it was amazing having you be our photographer :) Everyone has commented on the tasters saying how wonderful they are and the album captures the day beautifully!" Emily & Tommy

 

Client satisfaction is so important to me so it's wonderful to get such glowing feedback!

 

Being eco-friendly is also important to me so I use recycled packaging wherever possible and it's all put together by hand.  I was lucky enough to win a hand-carved rubber stamp from the lovely Fran at Little Stamp Store and it's absolutely perfect for customising my packaging.  I don't want to give too much away as it would take away part of the surprise when your photographs are delivered, but here's a sneak peek!

 

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If you're looking for a rubber stamp to use as part of your wedding preparations, get in touch with Fran as her stamps are a world apart from the standard machine made ones, as you can see from the amazing job she did with my rather detailed logo.  And if you'd like your own parcel of lovely treats, along with some wonderful photographs to remember your wedding day, get in touch with me!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) crafty hand-made packaging photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/brown-paper-packages-tied-up-with-strings Wed, 23 Oct 2013 09:29:36 GMT
An engagement shoot at Avoncroft Museum https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/an-engagement-shoot-at-avoncroft-museum Back in the Summer (remember Summer?  Seems so long ago!), I met up with Hannah and Gareth, and their gorgeous little boy, for  an engagement shoot at Avoncroft Museum near Bromsgrove in Worcestershire where they're getting married next year.  We spent the first part of the shoot taking some pictures with the whole family, then Hannah's mum stepped in to give them some couple time.  It's a great idea to bring an extra adult along to your engagement or pre-wedding shoot if you've got kids so you can get a mixture of family and couple shots!

Avoncroft is a wonderful venue for a wedding.  Guesten Hall is a beautiful setting for your ceremony and/or reception and the grounds are amazing.  The huge range of historic buildings and open spaces provide so many opportunities for beautiful and quirky wedding photographs and there's plenty of space for kids to run round.  You can even arrange for the mini-train to give rides to your guests.

They also offer a vintage wedding package which is well worth a look if that's your style. 

I'll be exhibiting at the wedding fair there on this Sunday so if you're planning your wedding why not pop along for a chat?  It's a lovely place for a day out too.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Avoncroft Bromsgrove Museum Worcestershire engagement family photography quirky venue https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/an-engagement-shoot-at-avoncroft-museum Fri, 18 Oct 2013 12:59:27 GMT
Emma & Gareth's vintage wedding at Fazeley Studios - Preview https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/emma-gareths-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios---preview Emma and Gareth got married at one of my favourite local venues, Fazeley Studios in Digbeth, Birmingham.  It's such a great space and perfect for their relaxed vintage themed wedding.  The guests really got in the spirit of things by dressing up in 1920s and 1930s outfits and one of the highlights of the day was the groom's surprise musical number at the end of his speech.  These are just a few highlights from their day.  A full post will follow soon!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) 1920s Birmingham Digbeth Fazeley Studios relaxed twenties vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/emma-gareths-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios---preview Thu, 17 Oct 2013 09:26:36 GMT
Laura & Spen's Urban Pre-Wedding Shoot https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/laura-spens-urban-pre-wedding-shoot Laura and Spen are having a Christmas wedding at Hampton Manor near Solihull.  I'm so excited about Laura's plans and it's a venue I've been looking forward to working at for some time so it's safe to say I can't wait! 

A couple of weeks ago we headed into Birmingham city centre, where they first met on the steps of the Mailbox.  That was back when the sun shone and we took full advantage of the golden hour to get some beautiful shots.  Here are some of my favourites!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Mailbox canals photo photography pre-wedding shoot urban https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/10/laura-spens-urban-pre-wedding-shoot Mon, 14 Oct 2013 14:46:15 GMT
Vanessa & Rob's Weston Hall Wedding - Preview https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/vanessa-robs-weston-hall-wedding---preview Today I'm editing these lovely people's wedding.  It was a very relaxed affair, with Vanessa and Rob driving themselves to Stafford Registry Office, then afterwards to the beautiful setting of Weston Hall in Staffordshire.  Here are just a few images.  Coming soon - some full wedding blog posts!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Stafford Staffordshire Weston Hall natural relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/vanessa-robs-weston-hall-wedding---preview Fri, 27 Sep 2013 10:55:51 GMT
Emily & Tommy's Stratford Upon Avon Wedding - Preview https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/emily-tommys-stratford-upon-avon-wedding---preview Emily and Tommy got married a couple of weeks ago at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford Upon Avon, then travelled to Wootton Park in Wootten Wawen for their reception, both venues I know well.  We were blessed with a beautiful September day and they were really keen to make the most of the great locations for their photos.  Here's a quick preview.

 

If you're looking for a photographer for a Stratford Upon Avon, Wootton Park or Warwickshire wedding, please get in touch for a chat!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Stratford Upon Avon Warwickshire Wootton Park photographer photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/emily-tommys-stratford-upon-avon-wedding---preview Tue, 24 Sep 2013 13:53:49 GMT
Ami & Dave's Shropshire Wedding (Preview) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/ami-daves-shropshire-wedding-preview Ami and Dave got married in the beautiful Shropshire village of Ditton Priors in August, then travelled in vintage style to Hadley Park House Hotel in Telford for their reception.  Geoffrey their dog came to the whole day, including the church service, and he was wonderfully behaved, not to mention exceedingly cute.  Check out the confetti pics!

Ami and Dave are such lovely people and it really was a wonderful day.  Here's just a taster.


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Ditton Hadley Hotel House Park Priors Shropshire photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/9/ami-daves-shropshire-wedding-preview Thu, 12 Sep 2013 20:10:52 GMT
Danielle & George's festival wedding - sneak peek! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/8/danielle-georges-festival-wedding-sneak-peek The second of the weekend's sneak peeks comes from yesterday, when I travelled back down to Gloucestershire for Danielle and George's festival themed wedding at Down Hatherley Church.  Their reception was at a place I visited earlier this year for the Wedding Yurts open day and photo shoot, the lovely lakeside setting of Maisemore Court.   Luckily the sun shone all day and the guests were able to take full advantage of the beautiful outdoor location.  Even the speeches were held outside! 

 

The wedding yurts looked absolutely amazing with all the beautiful styling Danielle had put together and it was an amazing day.  Here's just a small selection of images to whet your appetite.  I can't wait to share the rest!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Gloucestershire festival photographer wedding yurt https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/8/danielle-georges-festival-wedding-sneak-peek Sun, 04 Aug 2013 19:40:09 GMT
Katherine & Craig's Mallory Court wedding - sneak peek! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/8/katherine-craigs-mallory-court-wedding---sneak-peek It's been a busy weekend with two lovely weddings.  Thankfully we managed to dodge the showers at both :)

 

On Friday Katherine and Craig got married at St Augustine's Church in Kenilworth, Warwickshire, then held their reception at Mallory Court near Leamington Spa.  It was a lovely day, full of fun and laughter, and it was clear how much in love they are.  I had to smile when I looked through all their pictures as Craig is looking over at Katherine with the same big grin for ages - thanks to the Roman Catholic tradition of making the bride and groom stand separately for the first part of the service - and she did indeed look amazing!

 

Thank you for choosing me to capture your day - I got a little carried away with the sneak peek, but there are lots more lovely pictures to come!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Court Mallory Warwickshire documentary photographer relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/8/katherine-craigs-mallory-court-wedding---sneak-peek Sun, 04 Aug 2013 19:30:29 GMT
Caroline & Ben - sneak peek! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/7/caroline-ben---sneak-peek Caroline and Ben got married yesterday at Hellidon Lakes and held their reception at the Hollybush Inn in the very picturesque village of Priors Marsden near Daventry.  It was a lovely relaxed day and the torrential rain luckily held off until the evening (although it didn't make the journey home very easy!)

 

Congratulations Caroline and Ben - you really are a lovely couple.  Here's just a few images for you before you go on your honeymoon.  Have a wonderful time!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Daventry Midlands Warwickshire photographer photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/7/caroline-ben---sneak-peek Sun, 28 Jul 2013 21:23:03 GMT
Tracy & Chris' surprise wedding at Manor Hill House https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/tracy-chris-surprise-wedding-at-manor-hill-house Tracy booked me to photograph her baby's naming ceremony, then casually dropped into the conversation that she was planning a surprise wedding at the same time!  It was great fun being part of the secret, which took place at Manor Hill House near Bromsgrove this afternoon, and it was lovely to see the delight on their friends and family's faces when all was revealed.  Here's a quick sneak peek of the happy couple and the lovely Martha, whose naming day it was.  After experiencing my first humanist wedding a few weeks ago, it was a real pleasure to be present at humanist baby naming ceremony :)

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Bromsgrove Manor Hill House Worcestershire photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/tracy-chris-surprise-wedding-at-manor-hill-house Sun, 30 Jun 2013 20:08:00 GMT
Ellie & Ste's green wedding at Redhouse Barn in Worcestershire https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/ellie-stes-green-wedding-at-redhouse-barn-in-worcestershire Last month I had the pleasure of photographing Ellie and Ste's wedding at Redhouse Barn, a stunning venue in Stoke Prior, near Bromsgrove in Worcestershire.  This is just down the road from Ellie's family home where she got ready.  I always love it when the prep shots take place somewhere with such personal meaning and history as I can incorporate lots of personal elements into the photos.  It also meant that Tess, the family's golden retriever, could pop down after the ceremony to join in with the fun!  Ste got ready at Chateau Impney, where they were spending their wedding night - what a spectactular location!

 

I absolutely loved Ellie's choice of colour for her bridesmaids' dresses, but the green theme went much deeper.  Ellie and her bridesmaids all wore jewellery made from recycled silver by Jenny, one of the bridesmaids, and Ellie and Ste's rings were from a supplier of bespoke ethical jewellery.  Ellie's dress was designed by Julie Dutton who promotes eco couture and it was made from sustainable bamboo silk.  The venue was also chosen partly for it's environmentally friendly credentials.

 

Thanks to Ellie and Ste for choosing me to capture their wedding day and also to the fabulous Andy Pickard of Peacock Obscura Photography for assisting me.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Barn Redhouse Worcestershire eco environmentally friendly green photographer wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/ellie-stes-green-wedding-at-redhouse-barn-in-worcestershire Tue, 25 Jun 2013 10:44:35 GMT
Natalie & Ian's Hanbury wedding - sneak peek! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/natalie-ians-hanbury-wedding---sneak-peek It's been rather quiet on the blog recently but be assured - I've been very busy shooting some wonderful weddings which I'll soon be posting some highlights of!

 

Yesterday was the turn of Natalie and Ian who got married at Hanbury Church which is in a wonderful setting on the top of a hill surrounded by the beautiful Worcestershire countryside.  This was followed by a reception in the loveliest marquee I've ever seen (and the poshest portaloos EVER!) at Ian's family home, just down the road.  The weather couldn't have been more perfect and I had a fantastic day, surrounded by a lovely group of their friends and family. 

 

These are just a few pictures from key parts of the day, although I have to confess to including quite a few bridal preparation pictures.  One of the things I love about weddings, and the prep shots in particular, is capturing the emotions of the day.  Natalie's excitement as she finally got to wear her dream dress - 'The Wang' :) - was wonderful to see, as well as the more contemplative moments. 

 

Thank you for a wonderful day Mr and Mrs Maye.  I hope you have a wonderful honeymoon and there will be lots more pictures when you get back :)

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Church Hanbury Vera Wang Worcestershire dress photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/6/natalie-ians-hanbury-wedding---sneak-peek Sun, 09 Jun 2013 16:33:39 GMT
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I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who voted for me in the Wedding Industry Experts 2013 Awards last month. 

 

I was entered into the Best New Photographer category which is for photographers with up to three years experience.  I'm delighted to announce that I won Best New Photographer in Birmingham and came 14th out of the whole of the UK :) Thank you to everyone who voted!

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham award photographer photography wedding winning https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/5/wedding-awards-2013 Wed, 08 May 2013 10:14:28 GMT
Ellie & Ste's pre-wedding shoot at Redhouse Barn in Worcestershire https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/5/ellie-stes-pre-wedding-shoot-at-redhouse-barn-in-worcestershire The Sunday before last I had the pleasure of visiting a venue I'd not been to before, Redhouse Barn in Stoke Prior, near Bromsgrove.  I'd heard it was a fabulous venue and it certainly didn't disappoint.  Ellie and Ste are getting married there later this month so we met up to go over their final plans and have a good look round.  They were also keen have a pre-wedding photo shoot. Ste is very tall and Ellie is petite so they thought it would be a good idea to try out some posing ideas to prepare them for their couple shots on the big day.  Here are some of our favourite images.  I can't wait to go back for the wedding!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Barn Redhouse Worcestershire photo photography pre-wedding shoot wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/5/ellie-stes-pre-wedding-shoot-at-redhouse-barn-in-worcestershire Tue, 07 May 2013 09:58:20 GMT
Amy & John's vintage wedding at Fazeley Studios Birmingham (Part 2) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/amy-johns-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios-birmingham-part-2 So after a busy few days, here's part two of Amy and John's snowy Spring wedding at Fazeley Studios in Birmingham, but first a bit of back story.

The very first wedding I shot, assisting the wonderful Eliza Claire, was Lucy & John’s vintage themed wedding at Highbury Hall (now featured in Annabel from Love My Dress's 'Style Me Vintage' book) and ever since then it's been an ambition to shoot a wedding of my own with a bride in a beautiful vintage dress.  Amy's dress certainly didn't disappoint and it was great to have a play with lighting later in the evening to show off the gorgeous styling.

It was snowing for most of the day but Amy and John braved the cold for a few pictures outside before we took our icy fingers and toes back inside for some more portraits inside.  There's such a variety of locations both in and around Fazeley that whatever the weather, there's plenty of places to choose from for your group and couple shots. 

Thanks again to Andy Pickard of Peacock Obscura Photography for his awesome assistance and to Amy, John and their friends and family for being such fun to work with. 

So here goes part two...

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios documentary quirky snow vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/amy-johns-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios-birmingham-part-2 Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:11:07 GMT
Amy & John's vintage wedding at Fazeley Studios https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/amy-johns-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios It's taken me a little while to put this post together as there were so many wonderful pictures to choose from!  Amy and John got married in March at Fazeley Studios in Digbeth, Birmingham.  It wasn't quite the beautiful Spring day Amy had in mind when she booked the date as there was heavy snow before and during the day.  However, the venue is ideally suited to dealing with an indoor wedding/reception and it was a fabulous day full of love and laughter. 

 

There were lots of beautiful elements to the wedding, many of them hand-made.  Some of my favourites were the paper cranes Amy had made and hung in the ceremony room, the bowties made by Amy's mum and the framed photographs of family members' weddings from years gone by dotted around the reception room.  Sadly the tandem which starred in their engagement shoot couldn't make it in the end due to logistical problems but its spirit was there in the detailing on the table plan, place cards and fingerprint tree for the guest to leave their mark.   I also have to mention Amy's stunning 1970s vintage dress from the lovely ladies at Luxe Bridal.

 

Thanks to Amy and John for sharing their day with me.  Huge thanks must also go to the wonderful Andy Pickard of Peacock Obscura Photography who was my brilliant second photographer.  It's rather an epic post so I've split it into two halves - here is part one!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios documentary quirky snow vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/amy-johns-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:32:16 GMT
Watch this space! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/please-vote-for-me It's always great to get feedback from clients.  I was impatiently waiting for Amy and John to get back from their honeymoon so I could show them their gallery.  This was Amy's reaction:

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"We LOVE them! They're great. Amazeballs!

Thank you so much, both of you,

everyone has commented on how easy you

both were! Can't thank you enough! xx"

 

 

 

I've posted a couple of sneak peeks and the full blog post will be up soon so watch this space.  It's a real treat!

 

Also, I've been nominated for an award so if you like my pictures, it would be great if you could vote for me.  It only takes a moment and you can vote once a day :)

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios client feedback photographer vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/4/please-vote-for-me Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:47:03 GMT
Amy & John's Snowy Vintage Wedding at Fazeley Studios - a sneak peek https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/3/amy-johns-snowy-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios---a-sneak-peek You may remember my lovely competition winners, Amy and John's fun engagement shoot on a tandem around the streets of Digbeth.  On Saturday the day of their wedding finally arrived, although it wasn't quite the lovely spring weather they had hoped for when they started planning. 

 

Everyone braved the snow and they had an amazing day.  Fazeley is an absolutely wonderful venue, especially when it's too snowy to go outside.  Here's just a couple of shots to whet your appetite.  Watch out for the full post in a couple of weeks, once Amy and John have seen their full gallery.

Update - here are the links to the full post:  

Part One

Part Two

 

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/3/amy-johns-snowy-vintage-wedding-at-fazeley-studios---a-sneak-peek Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:34:55 GMT
Amy & John on Alice in Weddingland https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/3/amy-john-on-alice-in-weddingland Do you remember Amy & John's fun engagement shoot on a tandem around the streets of Digbeth?  It's just been featured on the fabulous Alice in Weddingland blog and there's also details of how you could win your own engagement shoot.

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If you'd like the chance to win a shoot of your own, head on over there for the full details but hurry, there's only a couple of days left to enter!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/3/amy-john-on-alice-in-weddingland Tue, 26 Mar 2013 09:34:25 GMT
Beccy & Tom's colourful Autumn wedding at New Hall in Sutton Coldfield https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/beccy-toms-quirky-autumn-wedding-at-new-hall-in-sutton-coldfield Have I got a treat for you today!  Beccy and Tom got married last October at New Hall in Sutton Coldfield, near Birmingham.    I love anything a bit different and I knew Beccy and Tom’s wedding was going to be special.  However I was beyond excited when she told me she was planning to wear purple fairy wings!  She’d been having trouble finding exactly what she wanted to I pointed her in the direction of etsy where she found exactly what she wanted.  The bridesmaids also had miniature versions which made for 4 very excitable little girls and a lively ceremony with small fairies running around!  I have a great network of alternative wedding suppliers and love a shopping challenge so am always happy to help my brides source interesting items!

 

The theme, in Beccy's words, was Hallowe'en/Autumn/Harvest/pagan/purple/fairy and the rich colours worked so well with the beautiful Autumn light.  However, the day was ultimately about the people there and having fun.  Beccy's dad was a photographer who sadly passed away three years ago so her mum walked her down the aisle.  Her ring is made from her dad's ring so he would be there with her and she was very keen for the photos to be natural and capture everyone having fun, rather than posed, as this was the kind of photography her dad loved.    This was one of the reasons she chose me as her photographer – my passion is documentary wedding photography – capturing the day as it happens to tell the story, and noticing all the little moments throughout the day, leaving everyone to enjoy themselves.

 

Beccy had her dress and purple velvet jacket especially made in a Jane Austen style and her purple Irregular Choice shoes were another special touch.  Like me she’s purple mad!

 

They have two gorgeous young daughters and there were lots of kids at the wedding so they had children's stories for their readings.  They also had a kid's disco, which started immediately after the speeches so the dancing started right away and didn't stop until the end of the night.

 

I had an absolutely brilliant day - here are some of my favourite moments:

 

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Thanks to Beccy and Tom for sharing their day with me, and for the delicious dinner.  That creme brulee was one of the loveliest things I've ever eaten!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Autumn Birmingham Hallowe'en alternative documentary fairy pagan photography purple wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/beccy-toms-quirky-autumn-wedding-at-new-hall-in-sutton-coldfield Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:15:03 GMT
A Photo a Day - January Highlights https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/a-photo-a-day---january-highlights Back in 2007 I started a photo a day project after buying my first DSLR. I was soon hooked on photography and spent the next few years taking thousands and thousands of photos, and developing my skills.

With my Masters Degree and busy with weddings, my personal photography took a back seat last year - a common occurrence with professional photographers - but this year I'm determined to spend more time documenting my family and exploring my own projects.  You can see that I love taking photos of plants and I hope to spend more time in the garden this year.

Here are a few of my favourites from January.  My daughter turned six and I had fun making her a retro hedgehog cake - anyone else have one of these when they were a kid?  There was lots of ice and snow, I had pictures featured in two national magazines and I finally got my tax return submitted!

I'm looking forward to a few more flowers featuring over the next couple of months.

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham family personal photo a day photography https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/a-photo-a-day---january-highlights Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:06:24 GMT
2012 - A Year in Review (Part 2) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/2012-a-year-in-review-part-2 It's been a busy couple of weeks but here at last is part 2 of my review of last year.  This time it's all about what the main event - the ceremony!

Whether you're having a religious or civil ceremony, it's always a good idea to check in advance on what the rules on photography during the ceremony are.  Often they're quite strict, but with careful negotiation I can usually capture everything that happens.

So without further ado, here are some of my favourite shots from 2012.

 

Thanks again to all the couples who shared their special days with me, and to the photographers I've worked with: Kari Bellamy, Ruth Goalby, Anna Clarke and Jeff Land.

Watch out for Part 3 which will be coming soon.  In the meantime, if you're looking for a documentary wedding photographer for your wedding in the Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, the Cotswolds or further afield, please get in touch.  2013 is filling up fast!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands ceremony documentary photography relaxed wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/2/2012-a-year-in-review-part-2 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 08:54:49 GMT
2012 - A Year in Review (Part 1) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/2012---a-year-in-review-part-1 After a welcome break with the family over Christmas and New year, I'm finally putting together my review of the year.  2012 was a fantastic year for Louise Holgate Photography.  I travelled up and down the country, shooting a huge variety of weddings and loved every minute of it!  I also managed to squeeze in a Masters Degree in Freelance Photography at Birmingham City University, which I passed with a distinction.  As a key part of my style is telling the story of each wedding day, from the bride (and groom) preparations, through to the dancing in the evening, I decided to split it into sections.  So here goes with Part One - the getting ready shots.

 

Not everyone wants these, but as a documentary wedding photographer, it's one of my favourite parts of the day.  I love capturing the excitement and anticipation, the transformation of the bride and bridesmaids, the shoes, the jewellery, personal details around the house which are often so important to the couple and their families, the moment mum/dad/bridesmaids see the bride in her dress for the first time, the list goes on!  It also allows everyone to relax into the process of having their photo taken and they often forget I'm even there.   Here are some of my favourite shots from some of my favourite weddings of 2012.

 

And not forgetting the guys!

 

Thank you to the couples who booked me, and the photographers I've worked with: Kari Bellamy, Ruth Goalby, Anna Clarke and especially to Jeff Land who I've worked with regularly over the last two years. 

 

Part 2 will be coming soon.  In the meantime, if you're looking for a wedding photographer with a relaxed, natural, documentary approach who can capture the emotions and details of your day, please get in touch.  2013 is shaping up to be an even more exciting year and I have a limited number of dates left.  I've a special offer running for weddings in 2013 booked before the end of January.  Contact me for details.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Midlands documentary photographer photography relaxed reportage https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/2012---a-year-in-review-part-1 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 11:16:55 GMT
It's All About EWE! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/its-all-about-ewe While on the subject of wedding fairs, another fair that's well worth visiting if you're on the look out for something a bit different, is The Eclectic Wedding Extravaganza, otherwise known as It's All About Ewe!  I went along to their debut fair at Fazeley Studios in Birmingham last November to catch up with some friends and have a browse.  I also wanted to check out the venue as it's the venue for my competition winners, Amy and John, who are getting married in a couple of months. 

The stands were a little different to your standard wedding fair.  Here are some of my highlights, starting with one of my favourite displays as so much work had gone into it, Restoration Cake.

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Little Ruby Red alternative cake toppers I was keen to catch up with the lovely ladies from Ava Event Styling.  They'd done an amazing job with their stand and decorating the cafe too, including superheroes, Alice in Wonderland and live goldfish.  Check out those gorgeous colours!Ava Event Styling wedding flowers Ava Event styling wedding &quot;Alice in Wonderland&quot; superheroes Retro entertainment from The Pin Ups.alternative glamorous wedding singers Customised vintage accessories from Revive Me Boutique. Jenny Revive Batman bag shoes I really loved Devlin Photos’ quirky stand!quirky wedding photography Incredible cakes from Black Cherry Cake Company.alternative wedding cake skull My favourite discovery was the fabulous felt and button creations by Jamball.  How amazing are these?  They're very lovely people too.  If I was getting married again, I'd certainly commission a bouquet and buttonholes.  Jamball felt button bouquets buttonholes wedding quirky handmade Jamball felt button bouquets buttonholes wedding quirky handmade Jamball felt button bouquets buttonholes wedding quirky handmade And finally, my old friends Luxe Bridal were there with their stunning range of vintage dresses and accessories.Luxe Bridal vintage wedding dresses Birmingham

 

They've just released tickets for their Spring Show on the 24th March and it'll certainly be worth a visit!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Fazeley Studios Midlands alternative fair wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/its-all-about-ewe Mon, 14 Jan 2013 13:06:41 GMT
Some dates for your diary https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/spring-wedding-fairs Birmingham Botanical Gardens Avoncroft Museum wedding fair Vintage Chic

It's the New Year and I know there's lots of newly engaged couples out there, starting to plan their weddings.   I'm really excited about 2013 - I've lots of lovely weddings booked and some exciting plans!  Before the wedding season starts, I'm looking forward to exhibiting at several wedding fairs in some beautiful locations.  If you're looking for a wedding photographer with a relaxed, documentary approach and that personal touch, why not come along for a chat?

First I'm travelling to the Cotswolds to the very picturesque village of Sapperton for the Love & Lace Vintage Wedding Fair on Sunday 17th February.  The venue is Sapperton village hall (a beautiful Arts & Crafts listed building) which can be hired for wedding receptions and is perfect if you want a venue where you can do your own thing. For more information, visit the website or see the image below.

On the 24th February I'm looking forward to exhibiting at the Botanical Gardens in Birmingham.  I love bringing nature and the seasons into my photography so this is a wonderful venue within easy reach of Birmingham city centre.

Then on 3rd March I'll be at Avoncroft Museum's wedding fair.  This is a unique venue for couples planning a vintage wedding, or who just want something a bit different.  The many historical buildings provide a unique backdrop for wedding photographs and they now offer a special vintage wedding package.

Finally on 14th April, I'm really looking forward to exhibiting again at the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair, which this time is being held at the very stylish Malmaison in Birmingham City Centre.  It's a fabulous fair and well worth a visit.

Wedding fairs are a great place to meet lots of different suppliers, examine their wares and gather ideas, as well as checking out venues.  The fairs I've chosen are all ones where the venue and suppliers cater for couples who like to do things their own way so they'll be well worth a visit.  I'll also have some special offers available.  Hope to see you there!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Cotswolds Midlands vintage wedding fair https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/spring-wedding-fairs Mon, 14 Jan 2013 12:03:57 GMT
Happy New Year! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/happy-new-year I'd like to wish all my customers - past, present and future - a very Happy New Year! 

Things have been quiet on the blog for a few weeks as I've been enjoying a well earned break and spending time with family and friends over the Christmas period.  I'm also having a major clear out at home to make the space for a new home office - last year was so busy I never quite got round to it! 

2012 was an amazing year for Louise Holgate Photography and my review post is coming soon.  2013 has started well with the new issues of two of my favourite magazines - Unique Bride and Vintage Life.  I'm delighted to have my second feature in Unique Bride - in conjunction with the amazing Wedding Yurts - and I also have two pictures in Vintage Life from a shoot I did with Sarah Russell of SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup.  I'm looking forward to sharing more of the images from these two shoots very soon so watch this space!

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I'd also like to announce that I have a special offer for 2013 weddings booked before the end of January - please contact me for further details.  2013 is filling up fast, particularly over the popular summer months, so if you're getting married this year, don't delay! 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Bride Life Unique Vintage magazine published shoot styled vintage wedding yurts https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2013/1/happy-new-year Fri, 04 Jan 2013 12:01:59 GMT
Last chance to book for 2013 at 2012 prices! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/last-chance-to-book-for-2013-at-2012-prices Just a quick post to say that as of tomorrow, I will be revising my pricing ready for 2013.  If you've talked to me at a wedding fair and have my show offer leaflet, today is the last chance to take advantage of my special offers.  From tomorrow, 2013 prices will apply for bookings for next year.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/last-chance-to-book-for-2013-at-2012-prices Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:44:46 GMT
Lorraine & Martin's Stratford Upon Avon wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/lorraine-martins-stratford-upon-avon-wedding I'm just been putting the finishing touches to Lorraine and Martin's album so I thought I ought to share some of my favourite images from their August wedding in Stratford Upon Avon.  The weather forecast was for torrential rain and storms all day but we were lucky as the rain held off until midway through the drinks reception and we managed to get plenty of shots outside the church. 

One of the things I love about documentary wedding photography is capturing the anticipation, the excitement and all the special details, especially during the bridal preparations.  Lorraine had lots of eager bridesmaids and it was great to capture their reactions, particularly Martin's daughter Sophie who was captivated by Lorraine's transformation into a beautiful bride. 

After a service at Holy Trinity Church, where Shakespeare is believed to be buried, the guests travelled by boat to the Swan's Nest Hotel for the reception.  Thanks to my brilliant second shooter Ruth Goalby and to Lorraine and Martin for making us feel so welcome.

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Holy Trinity Stratford Upon Avon Swan's Nest church hotel photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/lorraine-martins-stratford-upon-avon-wedding Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:50:56 GMT
A Blast from the Past - Lucy & John's Vintage Wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/lucy-johns-vintage-wedding I'm very excited to be exhibiting at the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair in Birmingham this weekend.  It's a lovely fair, packed full of amazing suppliers of vintage loveliness and is well worth a visit if you're planning a vintage themed wedding, or are just looking for bespoke suppliers and some quirky finishing touches for your big day.

It also inspired me to look back at the very first wedding I shot.  I fell in love with photography for the second time when I bought a DSLR after the birth of my daughter five years ago but I originally said I wouldn't do weddings as the responsibility was just too great.  You only get one chance to get it right!  However, the opportunity arose to second shoot a vintage themed wedding at Highbury Hall in Moseley, alongside the amazing photographer Eliza Claire.  That was it - I was hooked. 

Lucy and John's wedding was an absolute treat.  Lucy's family were great collectors and she spent a long time collecting the many vintage items for her wedding, many of which were family items and had special meaning.  Here are some of my favourites (and check out Lucy's amazing vintage dress)!

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If you're going to the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair, please come and say hi.  I'll have some special offers for 2013 weddings at the show!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham fair photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/lucy-johns-vintage-wedding Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:35:59 GMT
A family wedding at the Shakespeare Hotel https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/a-family-wedding-at-the-shakespeare-hotel Today I'd like to share Jenny and Martyn's wedding at the Shakespeare Hotel in Stratford Upon Avon.  The day was a time for close family and they were lucky enough to enjoy one of the rare sunny Saturdays this summer.  Here are some of my favourite images.

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This is one my favourite images from the day.  I love it because there is so much going on in the picture and for me is what documentary wedding photography is all about.

&quot;Shakespeare Hotel&quot; &quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding photography exchange rings documentary &quot;Shakespeare Hotel&quot; &quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding photography confetti After the meal we had time to take a stroll for some couple portraits in the area around the hotel.&quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding  photographer couple portraits arch church &quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding  photographer couple portraits arch bunting jubilee &quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding photography couple portraits wall rings romantic &quot;Stratford Upon Avon&quot; wedding  photography couple portraits wall fun laugh Congratulations to Jenny and Martyn and thanks for sharing your special day with me.  Thanks also to the Shakespeare Hotel who really looked after me!

 

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Louise Holgate Photography Stratford documentary photography wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/10/a-family-wedding-at-the-shakespeare-hotel Tue, 09 Oct 2012 10:16:22 GMT
Summer of Love https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/summer-of-love At long last I can share the results of my Summer of Love shoot from the beginning of July.  The shoot was the result of a collaboration with Luxe Bridal, who wanted to showcase some of their 1970s vintage dresses and we asked Sarah Russell of SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup to join us. The pictures had to be kept under wraps as they'd been promised to Unique Bride magazine for a feature.  We were over the moon when we discovered that we not only had a four page feature but were also gracing the front cover and Editor's page of the current issue!  The images made their online debut on Boho Weddings yesterday so I thought now was a good time to share them on my own blog.

vintage wedding VW camper van 70s The idea was to capture the bohemian vibe  of the late 60s/early 70s, showing a newly married couple  relaxing in the countryside, away from the constraints of a traditional wedding.  Peace and love!

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The inspiration was  the late ‘60s/early 70s  with a Woodstock festival feel.  Natural light was really important to capture a hazy summer feel.  It rained solidly in the days leading up to the shoot and afterwards, so we were lucky to enjoy a rare sunny day!  The styling was relaxed, with a vintage crocheted rug made by my beloved Grandma many years ago, a guitar and an Olympus Trip 35 camera.  This was my first ever camera but unfortunately my dad had donated mine to charity so ebay came to the rescue. An original VW campervan provided a great backdrop and splash of colour, as well as a handy changing room!

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I love to work with natural light, especially  in the late afternoon/early evening when the golden hour adds extra magic and I enhanced the hazy summer feel with a touch of vintage processing.   If you’re planning your wedding timetable it’s worth considering the sunset time as it can make for some memorable couple portraits.  I’ve even been known to ask a bride and groom to pop out from their meal to take advantage of the light.  (They came willingly and still got their dessert, and the results were well worth it I have to add!)

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Luxe Bridal SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup styled shoot vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/summer-of-love Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:27:49 GMT
Autumn Wedding Fairs https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/wedding-fairs September has been a really busy month, hence the lack of recent posts.  My major task was to finish my Masters Degree which involved rather a lot of work.  I finally handed it in, breathed a huge sigh of relief and rewarded myself with a weekend away at Festival Number 6 at one of my favourite places, Portmeirion.  We were lucky enough to get married there (a few years ago - not at the festival!) so it holds a very special place in my heart.  We couldn't miss their debut as a festival venue and it certainly didn't disappoint!  Since then I've been catching up on editing - watch out for Lorraine and Martin's beautiful Stratford wedding coming up very soon.

 

I'm also preparing for the Autumn wedding fair season.  I'll be exhibiting at a vintage themed fair at Harborne Golf Course this Sunday.  More details can be found here: Harborne Vintage Wedding Fair.  If you pre-register, you'll be entered into the prize drawer.

 

Then on October 14th I'll be at Wootton Park, an amazing venue in Wootton Wawen, near Stratford.  It's situated in beautiful countryside and has wonderful facilities, including a stylishly decorated farmhouse for overnight stays and glamping pods for the less conventional!  See this post for more details of the venue. 

 

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On the 21st October I'll be at the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair at the Centennial Centre in Birmingham.  I blogged about their Spring Fair earlier this year and it was a feast of inspiration.  Well worth a visit as there are lots of amazing exhibitors, including Luxe Bridal, SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup, Fusion Flowers and yours truly!  There may even be a special competition to celebrate our recent collaboration, featured on the cover of Unique Bride magazine.

 

If you're planning your wedding, a wedding fair is well worth a visit - hope to see you at one of them!

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Autumn Birmingham fair photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/wedding-fairs Fri, 28 Sep 2012 09:48:22 GMT
Emily & Matthew's Vintage Wedding at Scraptoft Hill Farm https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/emily-matthews-vintage-wedding-in-a-meadow This wedding is a real visual treat so you might want to put the kettle on and settle down with a cup of tea and a biscuit!  I was in absolute awe of the amount of detail and effort Emily and Matthew put into their vintage meets rock n roll wedding, especially given the horrendous weather conditions they faced in the week leading up to their big day.  Read on to find out more!

 

I was second shooting for the amazing Kari Bellamy so my day started with the guys as they made their preparations.  I loved the tweed suit with bright pink lining Matthew had custom made and the flowery shirts all the groomsmen wore.  There was also an interesting choice of underpants but to save the guy's blushes I won't post them here!

 

We moved on to the ceremony at St Mary's Church in Barkby (via the local pub)  where I got to see Emily's gorgeous custom made vintage style dress and beautiful bouquet for the first time.  As you'll see both are absolutely stunning. After the service it was off to Scraptoft Hill Farm in Leicestershire for the reception.  I'd been warned that I'd need my wellies as the terrible weather this summer meant that the marquee had flooded days before the wedding.  After much hard work from Emily, Matthew and their friends and families, they were able to go ahead with their plans, but all the guests brought their wellies to change into. 

 

The marquee was decorated beautifully with natural flowers, vintage china and an amazing amount of personal touches.  It really was a labour of love and a reflection of Emily and Matthew's personalities.  The evening ended with a rock band and Matthew's own rock band played some songs too.

 

It was an absolutely brilliant day.  Thanks to Emily and Matthew, and to Kari for inviting me along.  And here are the pictures!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Kari Bellamy Scraptoft Hill Farm marquee meadow photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/9/emily-matthews-vintage-wedding-in-a-meadow Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:38:46 GMT
1940s Vintage Shoot at Avoncroft Museum https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/1940s-vintage-shoot-at-avoncroft-museum Yesterday I had the pleasure of spending the afternoon at Avoncroft Museum near Bromsgrove with the very lovely Sarah Russell of

SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup.  Helena was our amazing model and Sarah had certainly worked her vintage magic on her.  Here's just a quick taster of some of the fabulous images we created.

 

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Thank you to Simon and everyone at Avoncroft for letting us shoot at your venue.  It was the perfect location and the tea and cakes in the Edwardian tea room were scrumptious!  All served in beautiful vintage china too. 

 

You're also able to get married at Avoncroft so if you're planning something a bit different for your wedding, especially if you're a vintage fan, it's certainly worth a visit.

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Avoncroft Museum SGR Russell Vintage Hair & Makeup photo shoot vintage https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/1940s-vintage-shoot-at-avoncroft-museum Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:07:36 GMT
1940s shoot at Avoncroft Museum https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/40s-shoot 1940s photo shoot &quot;SGR Vintage Hair &amp; Makeup&quot;

This morning I've been collecting ideas for my 40s shoot with Sarah Russell from SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup at Avoncroft Museum and I'll be taking one of my vintage cameras along.  Watch this space for the results!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Avoncroft Birmingham Museum SGR Vintage hair and makeup photo shoot photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/40s-shoot Thu, 30 Aug 2012 10:46:48 GMT
Vintage Shoot in Unique Bride https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/vintage-shoot-in-unique-bride Over the summer I've been involved in a couple of fabulous styled shoots.  The first was a 70s Summer of Love shoot with the lovely ladies from Luxe Bridal and Sarah Russell from SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup.  A full blog post will follow but I'm delighted to announce that we're featured on the front cover of the latest issue of Unique Bride magazine - out tomorrow.

Unique Bride magazine front cover It's a great magazine, aimed at brides who want to do something different, so if you're planning a more alternative wedding and want some inspiration, get your copy at WHSmith!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Luxe Bridal Unique Bride VW camper van front cover magazine photo shoot published vintage https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/vintage-shoot-in-unique-bride Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:09:53 GMT
Lorraine and Martin's pre-wedding shoot in Stratford Upon Avon https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/lorraine-and-martins-pre-wedding-shoot-in-stratford-upon-avon Lorraine and Martin are getting married in just a few weeks at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford Upon Avon.  We met up the other evening at the Swan's Nest Hotel where they're having their reception, then went for a stroll along the river to take some relaxed pre-wedding pictures.  Late afternoon/early evening is my favourite time to shoot as the light is at its best and we were fortunate that the sun did put in an appearance!

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Thanks for a great evening Lorraine and Martin - I'm really looking forward to your wedding in a few weeks!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Stratford Upon Avon pre-wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/lorraine-and-martins-pre-wedding-shoot-in-stratford-upon-avon Wed, 08 Aug 2012 09:52:46 GMT
Sneak Peek - Lorraine & Martin's Stratford Upon Avon Pre-Wedding Shoot https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/sneak-peek---lorraine-martins-stratford-upon-avon-pre-wedding-shoot Lorraine and Martin are getting married in just a few weeks at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford Upon Avon.  We had a lovely stroll along the river and even enjoyed some evening sunshine.  Full post to come next week.Stratford Upon Avon relaxed pre-wedding photography I'm off to Wales tomorrow for an exciting festival themed photoshoot involving a massive wedding yurt - fingers crossed for more sun.  Have a fabulous weekend!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Avon Holy Hotel Nest Stratford Swan's Trinity Upon Warwickshire photography pre-wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/sneak-peek---lorraine-martins-stratford-upon-avon-pre-wedding-shoot Fri, 03 Aug 2012 11:21:59 GMT
Amy & John's Custard Factory engagement shoot - on a tandem! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/amy-johns-custard-factory-engagement-shoot---on-a-tandem Last week I announced that the lucky winners of my wedding photography competition were Amy and John and gave you a sneak peek of their fun engagement shoot on the streets of Digbeth in Birmingham.  Here as promised is the full post!

 

Amy's competition entry wowed me with the quirky details they have planned for their special day and her gorgeous vintage dress from Luxe Bridal (which I've seen a photo of - shhhh!).  However, her main message was that the day would be relaxed, fun and all about enjoying themselves in the company of family and friends.   Sounds like my kind of a wedding!

 

Amy and John are getting married at Fazeley Studios in Digbeth so the streets around the Custard Factory seemed to be the perfect place for their pre-wedding shoot, especially as they've just bought themselves a beautiful tandem bicycle which will be at the wedding.  The sun shone and we had great fun exploring the area.  I couldn't have chosen a nicer couple!

 

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They both admitted that they were a little nervous before the shoot but soon relaxed and had a great time.  A pre-wedding shoot is a great way to get used to being in front of the camera before the wedding.  Thank you for the wine and I can't wait for your wedding next Spring!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Custard Digbeth Factory alternative photography pre-wedding urban https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/amy-johns-custard-factory-engagement-shoot---on-a-tandem Thu, 02 Aug 2012 11:10:37 GMT
Lea & Martin's mid-week Stratford Wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/lea-martins-mid-week-stratford-wedding This week I've been designing an album for Lea and Martin who got married a couple of weeks ago at Holy Trinity Church in Stratford so I thought I'd share some images from their wedding.  The Church is a popular tourist attraction as it's where William Shakespeare is buried.  The weather was rather challenging, with strong midday sun combined with heavy showers, but we managed to dodge the rain and the tourists to take some lovely pictures.  Lea and Martin are such a fun couple and I don't think Martin stopped smiling the whole time I was there!

 

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Lea and Martin just wanted pictures at the ceremony with a few couple portraits afterwards.  I'm happy to offer special packages for short coverage, particularly mid-week.  Just ask for details!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Holy Trinity Stratford Upon Avon ceremony church short coverage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/8/lea-martins-mid-week-stratford-wedding Thu, 02 Aug 2012 10:43:55 GMT
Introducing my competition winners - Amy and John https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/introducing-my-competition-winners---amy-and-john You may remember that earlier this year I ran a competition to find a couple planning something a bit different for their wedding.  It was a very difficult decision, but at long last, may I introduce my lovely winners, Amy and John.

Amy sent me a fabulous moodboard of ideas for their wedding at the Fazeley Studios next spring and I was won over by their emphasis on family, friends and fun, as well as all the gorgeous details, which for me is what weddings should be all about. 

I had great fun on Sunday, exploring the streets of Digbeth with Amy, John and their tandem for their engagement shoot.  Here's just a sneak peek - more to follow soon!

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham e-shoot engagement photography pre-wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/introducing-my-competition-winners---amy-and-john Tue, 24 Jul 2012 11:25:27 GMT
Wootton Park Warwickshire Wedding Venue https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/wootton-park-warwickshire-wedding-venue Last week I went out to visit an exciting new venue in Warwickshire – Wootton Park in Wootton Wawen near Stratford.  I’m doing a wedding fair there later this year and Mark, the manager, invited me along for a look.

Well, what can I say?  I was amazed by the place.  The setting is idyllic, in the middle of rolling countryside with an impressive long drive in.  There’s a purpose built barn for wedding receptions and masses of beautiful outdoor space.  You also have the option of staying in the 500 year old farmhouse which has four luxurious bedrooms, all individually designed and sumptuously decorated.  There’s also a lounge, large dining room for breakfast together the morning after your wedding and a beautiful garden.  However, my favourite part had to be the glamping pods in the grounds.  They’re very cosy and must be a great place to hang out and continue the party late into the night.  They also have space for guests to camp.

Wootton Park is also an approved venue for One Life Weddings where you can have a completely individualized ceremony outdoors.

If you’re looking for somewhere a bit less conventional, where you can really do exactly what you want for your wedding, Wootton Park would be a perfect choice. 

Here’s just a few pictures.  I can’t wait to go back!

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If you'd like to find out more, visit their website:  Wootton Park

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Warwickshire alternative venue wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/wootton-park-warwickshire-wedding-venue Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:30:00 GMT
A Summer of Love Vintage Wedding Shoot Sneak Peek! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/a-summer-of-love-vintage-bridal-sneak-peek vintage camper van wedding photography

Over the last few weeks I've had great fun planning a themed photoshoot in conjunction with the lovely ladies at Luxe Bridal.  They wanted to showcase some of their gorgeous seventies vintage wedding dresses, so with the help of Sarah Russell from SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup  and Fusion Flowers, along with a range of accessories, the most notable of which is pictured above - Pumpkin the camper van courtesy of my good friend Kathryn Marsh - we set off into the countryside.   


Luckily the sun decided to shine for us (a small miracle at the moment) and we got some fabulous pictures.  Most of them are under wraps at the moment but I couldn't resist a sneak peek.  Watch this space for the full story in the coming weeks!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) LuxeBridal bridal photoshoot seventies vintage https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/7/a-summer-of-love-vintage-bridal-sneak-peek Tue, 03 Jul 2012 13:52:40 GMT
Rhiannon and Scott's stylish wedding at Warwick House https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/6/rhiannon-and-scotts-stylish-wedding-at-warwick-house Things have been quiet on the blog again but I've been very busy behind the scenes and there's exciting things afoot!  I thought it was time to post some pictures however, so here to start us off is the very gorgeous Rhiannon and Scott who got married recently at  Warwick House in Southam.  I had the pleasure of second shooting for Ruth Goalby Photography at this very stylish venue.  Here are some of my favourites.

 

Thank you to Rhiannon and Scott for sharing their day with us.  We had a wonderful time - right through to the fantastic disco dancing in the evening!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Southam Warwick House stylish wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/6/rhiannon-and-scotts-stylish-wedding-at-warwick-house Wed, 20 Jun 2012 10:29:34 GMT
{The Classic Album} https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/5/-the-classic-album I was very excited this morning as I was awaiting delivery of my second 'Classic' sample album.  Since the weather was so gorgeous I took them into the garden to take some pictures.

Having your images on disc is a great idea, but it’s so easy for that disc to gather dust in a drawer, despite the best of intentions.  There’s nothing like having your wedding photos printed in a beautiful, professionally designed album that you can show to family and friends, preserving your memories for future generations.

 

I’ve spent a long time researching album companies - and I mean a really really long time – I’m a perfectionist!  Your album needs to be perfect so I only use the best suppliers who hand make their products in the UK.

 

The Classic is a contemporary flushmount album, meaning the images can flow across a double page spread for maximum impact. Your pictures are printed on Fuji Crystal Archive paper, designed to last a lifetime, and they lay flat for easy viewing.  It’s square and comes in a range of sizes, from 5”x5” to 12”x12”, all arriving in a presentation box.  The 5”x5” and 8”x8” make excellent gifts for parents.

Various cover options are available.  My favourites are the black and ivory faux leather (seen here) and the lace effect cover which comes in a choice of black, white or purple. If you prefer real leather that’s available for an additional cost, or you can have an image wrap cover.  After taking these outside to photograph, I can confirm that the faux leather is very easy to wipe clean if necessary!

My £1250 album package includes a 10”x10” 30 page Classic album with up to 60 images (although you can add more if you wish for an additional charge).  I will design your album, selecting the very best pictures and arranging them to tell the story of the day.  You then view the proofs and can make changes if you wish.

If you’d like to find out more about my wedding packages for 2012 or 2013, or you’d like to see a sample in the flesh, please get in touch!

[email protected]

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Luxe Bridal Open Day https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/5/luxe-bridal On Sunday I went along to Luxe Bridal's Open Day.  We're going to be working together on an exciting project in the near future so it was a good opportunity to have a look at their studios and see more of their gorgeous vintage dresses.   Sarah Russell from SGR Vintage Hair and Makeup was there to offer advice on vintage hair and makeup styles  and there was tea, cake and champagne.  It was wonderful to see the range of dresses from different eras, and to see the excitement of brides trying them on.  There were also some beautiful vintage hair accessories from Cherished Vintage to try.  It (almost) made me wish I was getting married again!  Here are a few pictures.

 

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If you're on the look out for a dress that's a bit different, get yourself down to Luxe's studio at the Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham, where Shelley and Becci will take good care of you!

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Luxe Bridal dress vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/5/luxe-bridal Tue, 08 May 2012 10:22:21 GMT
Magic moments https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/magic-moments I'm so excited to share this with you today.  It's been a while in the planning and I'm finally ready to share it with the world!  As part of my Masters Degree in photography, in the spirit of being innovative, I decided to test out a new idea.  

As the mum of a gorgeous little girl, I'm always conscious of how fast she's growing up and changing.  I often wish I could freeze time and capture the essence of her, just as she is at that moment.  I also absolutely love collecting her drawings and the funny little things that she says.  The things that make her who she is at that particular age, and the things that define us as a family. 

This inspired me to create my new memory book.  I love taking photos of children being themselves - running around, having fun, pulling faces and interacting with the rest of their family.  I decided to combine this with a collection of mementoes - drawings, quotes, writing, handprints. 

Last week I shared the fabulous day out I had with two gorgeous children and their parents at Coughton court.  They weren't keen on standing still for any posed shots, but that meant we got lots of natural, fun-filled images which really captured their personalities.  The video below shows the beautiful memory book that I created by combining the pictures with their mementoes.  Have a look - I'd love to know what you think!

 

(It has music but you can turn it off using the volume slider to the right.  I'm not a fan of music on websites but I felt that this needed a little!)

 

If you like the idea and would like to create your own book of memories, please get in touch.  I'm offering discounts for an initial period.

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Midlands family fun photography portrait https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/magic-moments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:30:00 GMT
Vintage Chic Wedding Fair https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/vintage-chic-wedding-fair Yesterday I popped down to the Vintage Chic Wedding Fair at the Centennial Centre in Birmingham.  I went to meet up with the lovely ladies from Luxe Bridal as we have exciting plans afoot and I wanted to look at their gorgeous vintage dresses.  I also had a quick mooch round the other stalls.  The stands were absolutely stunning - such creativity and attention to detail!  Everyone was so friendly and it was lovely to meet old friends and make new ones.  I just had to take a few pictures.

To start us off here's some of Luxe Bridal's lovely vintage accessories. 

These cake pops from Miss Lola's Bakehouse looked too good to eat!

In Bloom's display was just incredible - they had a gorgeous gazebo which was really eye-catching.

Pretty china from Darby and Joan

I loved this stationery from Perched Bird!

The Wedding of my Dreams' flowers were so delicate and pretty.  I adore astrantias and have never seen them in a bouquet before.  I think you'll agree they work really well.
More gorgeous flowers but made of sugar this time by Cotton & Crumbs.

I love buttons so I loved Beaubuttons bespoke vintage button bouquets!

These hair accessories are a real labour of love and totally gorgeous - by Bella Rox.

And last but certainly not least is the very lovely Emily's Best.  I really enjoyed my lemon sherberts and rhubarb and custards - mmmmm! 

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Miss Lola’s Bakehouse

In Bloom

Darby and Joan

Perched Bird

The Wedding of my Dreams

Cotton & Crumbs

Beaubuttons

Bella Rox

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham fair vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/vintage-chic-wedding-fair Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:32:40 GMT
Spring at Coughton Court https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/spring-at-coughton-court I'm starting the week with a fabulous family location shoot at Coughton Court.  It's a lovely place for a day out and the spring flowers were in full bloom.  The kids were reluctant to stand still for more than a few seconds so my list of planned shots didn't get many ticked off!  However, one of the great things about location shoots is that I can stand back and watch the children having fun and being themselves - or rather run along behind!  I think the resulting shots really capture their personalities, grubby knees and all.

 

This shoot was part of an exciting new product I'm about to launch - watch this space for more details later this week!

 

 

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(Louise Holgate Photography) Coughton Court family photo shoot spring https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/spring-at-coughton-court Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:20:47 GMT
Competition time! https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/competition-time

 

I'm really excited to announce details of the competition I'm running to celebrate the official launch of my new branding.

I’m looking for couples who like to be different and are planning something really special.   I’m all about the detail so I’d love to hear about everything you’ve got planned!

The winner will receive an engagement shoot, plus wedding day photography for up to 10 hours from Louise Holgate Photography and a disc of 250+ high resolution, fully edited images.   One runner up will receive an engagement shoot.

To enter, create a mood board online via Pinterest and email me the link at [email protected].  Alternatively you can email a photo of a hand-made one, or even send one in the post (contact me for address details).  Please also include details of your wedding date and location, a description of your plans (up to 250 words) and a recent photograph of yourself and your fiancé.

Closing date for receipt of entries is 7th May 2012.

See below for terms and conditions.  Please contact me if you'd like any more information - good luck!

 

Terms and conditions

  • Your wedding must take place before 30th September 2013.
  • The runner up will receive a free engagement shoot with 15 images on disc.
  • Only 1 entry per couple.
  • Open to UK residents only.
  • Travel expenses for locations over 30 miles from B13 must be covered at cost by the winning couple.
  • The winning couple/s cannot exchange dates.
  • Winners must be willing to be featured online on wedding blogs and Louise Holgate Photography’s website/blog.
  • Entries close on Monday 7th May, 2012.  Entries that arrive after this date will not be considered.
  • If you would like a postal entry returned, please included a stamped addressed envelope.
  • Entries will be judged on style, passion, detail and creativity.   The judge’s decision is final.
  • Louise Holgate Photography reserves the rights to use all material from the engagement shoots/wedding for promotional purpose.
  • No purchase necessary.
  • None of the prizes may be exchanged or transferred and no cash alternative will be offered.
  • The winning couples will be notified via email by 14th May 2012 and will be announced at louiseholgate.com/blog.
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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Louise Holgate Photography Weddings alternative quirky https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/4/competition-time Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:10:11 GMT
Custard Factory shoot https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/1/Custard-Factory-shoot Confession time – I’ve been a very bad blogger! I have loads of shoots from last year stored up on my hard drive, which really need to see the light of day.

So, in the hope of turning over a new leaf for the new year (a little late but hey, better late than never), here are some of my favourite shots from a shoot at the Custard Factory last November. Thanks to talented designer Diana Ardelean for loaning us some fabulous dresses. Also thanks to our fab models who braved the cold and to Steve Philips for his assistance with OCF. Last but certainly not least, Mr Jeff Land for organising the event.


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Custard Factory Diana Ardelean Louise Holgate Photography Weddings fashion portrait wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2012/1/Custard-Factory-shoot Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:25:30 GMT
Autumn Fun https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/12/Autumn-Fun A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of spending an Autumn afternoon with this gorgeous family. We started at the Martineau Gardens, a hidden treasure not far from the City Centre, then moved onto Cannon Hill Park. The girls had great fun exploring and playing with the leaves in the sunshine.

It’s lovely to be able to capture children having fun and enjoying nature. If you would like to book a session for the new year, please get in touch!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Cannon Hill Children Louise Holgate Photography Martineau Gardens Solihull family fun location natural park https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/12/Autumn-Fun Mon, 12 Dec 2011 02:40:26 GMT
Sneak Peek – Amy & Alex https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/10/Sneak-Peek-Amy-Alex

More coming soon!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Weddings https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/10/Sneak-Peek-Amy-Alex Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:35:04 GMT
Lavender farm photo shoot https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/7/Lavender-farm-photo-shoot Things have been rather quiet on my blog of late – I’m really busy with my house extension which is nearing completion so the photography has had to go on the back burner for a while. However, I escaped the noise and dust today (another wall being knocked through) and had a fabulous day out in Worcestershire with a group of photographers and models. I have so many wonderful pictures – I started to do a sneak peek but couldn’t stop at just a couple. I still have more to show so watch this space!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Weddings https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/7/Lavender-farm-photo-shoot Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:38:20 GMT
Lucy and John’s vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/6/Lucy-and-John-s-vintage-wedding I was really excited when the fabulous Eliza-Claire asked me to shoot a wedding at Highbury Hall with her. It was even more special because of all the amazing vintage details that Lucy and John incorporated into their day. They are two lovely people and I’m sure they will have a very happy life together.

It’s a real privilege to be able to share such a special day and to try to capture the emotion and detail for them to remember for the rest of their lives. I loved every minute and I think I may have caught the wedding bug!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Bournville Eliza Claire Highbury Hall Louise Holgate St Francis Weddings church photography vintage wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/6/Lucy-and-John-s-vintage-wedding Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:15:58 GMT
Martineau Gardens https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Martineau-Gardens

On Sunday we went to the Martineau Gardens Open Day. I had no idea it existed, despite having driven past many times. What a wonderful place! It’s two and a half acres of organic community garden in Edgbaston, Birmingham, not too far from the city centre. You can find out more about it here: Martineau Gardens. Their next Open Day is on the 25th September, but it’s free to go in every Mon – Sat 10-4.

There was lots for both kids and grown ups to do. There was a bug hunt, plant sales, yummy refreshments and an earth oven for baking pizzas and bread. Our children particularly liked the pirate ship. Entertainment was provided by the fabulous ukelele sounds of the Second City Strummers and there was morris dancing too. There’s also a pottery studio, nature trail and pond.

I’m looking forward to going back and exploring some more. The woods are calling!


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Events Louise Holgate Photography Martineau Gardens Second City Strummers community event garden morris dancing ukelele https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Martineau-Gardens Tue, 17 May 2011 12:22:05 GMT
Lucy & John’s pre-wedding shoot https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Lucy-John-s-pre-wedding-shoot

I’m excited this week as on Saturday I’m assisting the lovely and very talented photographer Eliza Claire at a vintage themed wedding at Highbury Hall.  We met up with the bride Lucy a few weeks ago and the plans sound amazing – I can’t wait to see how it’s all come together.  Fingers crossed that the weather is kind!

Back in March Eliza did a pre-wedding shoot with the happy couple and I went along too.  It was great fun shooting in and around town, dodging the St Patrick’s Day revellers.  Here are some of my favourite shots.


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Couples Digbeth Eliza Claire Louise Holgate Portraits St Patrick's Day canals couple love photography pre-wedding romantic wedding https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Lucy-John-s-pre-wedding-shoot Tue, 10 May 2011 13:25:27 GMT
Best friends https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Best-friends We spent the day in the Lickey Hills yesterday.  The bluebells were out and my daughter had a great time with her best friend.  How lovely to be four!  Sticks were a feature, just like when I went with the dogs a couple of weeks ago.  Unlike the dogs, my daughter insisted on bringing hers home with her to add to the collection in the car.  Fortunately we didn’t see any bears or gruffalos.


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Birmingham Children Lickey Hills Louise Holgate Photography Midlands Spring bluebells children portraits woods https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Best-friends Fri, 06 May 2011 12:51:11 GMT
Guardian- Spring assignment https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Guardian--Spring-assignment The Guardian have featured one of my spring shots as part of their announcement of the new assignment.  This month’s theme is commuters – a bit different but one which I’d love to tackle.


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(Louise Holgate Photography) Guardian Camera Club assignment Camera Club flickr Guardian Louise Holgate Photography Spring https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/5/Guardian--Spring-assignment Wed, 04 May 2011 09:14:47 GMT
Chillin’ out https://www.louiseholgate.com/blog/2011/4/Chillin-out The second part of my doggy photoshoot – relaxing at home after a long walk in the woods.  There was lots of running, jumping and chasing after sticks so they were very chilled out.

I aim to capture a pet’s personality and relationship with their owner(s).  I hope I’ve done that here!

 

 

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