Me

I grew up in Southern England. My hobbies are all creative, outdoors, or 'hands-on'. I've got a young family (including a spaniel) - we love to walk for miles in the country spotting the wildlife. I consider my art style to be passionate, fun, and film-like.

• Photo by Louise

Work

I became interested in photography quite early, using film SLR cameras. In 2003 my artistic learning started when I studied Photography at Farnborough Sixth Form College, and then onto the Open College of the Arts (accredited by UCA) in 2011 in-between work experience and family life. Having children opened my eyes to life’s little moments, and how quickly they seem to pass by. I began photographing weddings for friends and family, and In 2015 (from rather humble beginnings) I opened my photography business after attending ‘Explore Enterprise’ with the Prince's Trust. My work has been featured & there are plenty of goals for future work too.

• Photo by Jessica Ren

Home

I moved to Norfolk in 2014 after many years of visiting. I love this place - It has the perfect balance of town convenience and wild countryside with an abundance of incredible creatures and stunning views, not to mention the spectacular view into the night sky with low 'light pollution'. The beaches are close by as well, and I love to use them for work (and play)! I've travelled up and down the UK for work, as well as people coming to me from overseas (WOW).

• Photo by Joshua Patrick

Expertise

I’d call myself a ‘wedding and portrait photographer’ first and foremost. I love working with people, and recording their days. The heart of my style is capturing the emotions and connections of people, and keeping it as real as I can by following the action or using simple tricks to encourage natural chemistry to shine through. Every event and every shoot is different, and that’s what I love most about my work. Whether you want a glamorous hotel marriage or an elopement on a windswept island - If you’ve got a dream, let’s make it happen! I’m here for it.

• Photo by Jessica Ren

Big or small, running a business creates emissions. But in our home and work life, we are working to reduce our impact as much as possible. I try to do most meetings via Zoom. As of 2022 we are digital-only delivery, with the optional delivery box entirely recyclable/compostable. As well as our suppliers planting trees for our orders, I also plant trees and clean the seas on your behalf when you book with me which helps offset my travel impact. The (eventual) goal is to change to an electric car. Baby steps!

I altered my terms in 2019, to include an Ethos section. This states that I will refuse to take part in anything directly harmful to the local environment, nearby farmland, the oceans and beyond - such as balloon or lantern releases, or throwing of plastic-based confetti.

I know there are many more things I can do to not only make this business carbon neutral but be carbon POSITIVE! So stay tuned…

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Living and working near farm land and the coast we also see more than our fair share of plastic waste being carelessly left behind. Not only do we personally remove harmful rubbish found on the beach in sessions or on family days out, but by supporting our small business, you also fund 4Ocean and the Ocean Cleanup project. You can also support these causes with wristbands for wedding favours (removing 1lb of rubbish from the sea for each bracelet), or making a regular / one off payment to help good people doing great work!

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