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Newborn: Isabella

Come and see little Isabella for her first photo shoot!

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The Follow Up Appointment

So we managed to get Christmas Day out of the way without letting slip that cancer decided to visit. There’s a time and a place for that kind of news, and Christmas is not it. I just wanted a day when things were happy, everyone was drinking and I wasn’t getting looked at like a […]

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Wedding

The Things You Need The Morning Of Your Wedding (That You Won’t Find On Every List!)

It’s happened at pretty much every wedding. Everyone’s getting ready, things are going along smoothly, and then suddenly you realise, there’s something you forgot to pack. It could be boob tape, face wipes, deodorant. The list goes on. This is my list of top things you’ll need the morning of your wedding. (Or at least […]

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Personal

Breast Cancer: How It All Started/ Diagnosis Day

December 19th 2022 was the day that I got diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Grade 2. 6.5cm tumour in my left breast. It was an aggressive one. Yes, I hear you asking, how could you not feel a lump that big? Because, like many other people out there, I wasn’t checking. I was 31, fit and […]

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Wedding

Emma & Bradley’s Wedding at Swynford Manor

When I tell you that this was my dream wedding, IT WAS MY DREAM WEDDING!! Why? Because not only were Emma & Bradley getting married at Swynford Manor, a venue that has been on my bucket list for a while now, but they brought their dog Daisy to the wedding!!! (And obviously she was the […]

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Wedding Etiquette 101

Here’s just a few things that I have noticed/ picked up on/ heard the couples complain about over the years at weddings. Please take note if you are either a guest at a wedding, or a couple planning one. For the guests: Don’t share any of the photos from the day before they have. Let […]

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Anastasia & Kenneth – when a Scottish Thistle marries an English Rose

So I’m going to start off with the venue. Down Hall is a venue that’s been on my bucket list for a while. It’s one of those venues that just screams elegance at every corner! I’ve seen so many lovely weddings take place there just waiting for the day that I get to capture one […]

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Moira & Joseph’s Wedding at Guildford Manor

My first time photographing at Guildford Manor, and I can only describe it as a dreamy little slice of luxury. I was in awe of the decor at this venue. Simple and elegant with a touch of Downton Abbey! Two Americans who only met once this side of the pond, sounds like something right out […]

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Emma & Aaron’s Wedding at Milling Barn

This was the pastel wedding of my dreams! I always love going back to Milling Barn as every wedding is so special and the team make such a fantastic job of making the day run smoothly. Also, I unlocked a new achievement level at this wedding. I can now officially sew a bridesmaid into a […]

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Gaia & Patrick’s Wedding at Milling barn

So I’m going to start off by saying that this one was a first for me. Not because of the venue. We all know that I’ve done many weddings at Milling Barn! No, this one was a special one for me because this was the first time that I had photographed the wedding of another […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT helen

First thing you need to know about me, I'm a hugger!

I know that this will sound so clichè to say, but I really do love my job. I live for it!! They say you should do things that make you happy, and honestly, knowing that the photos I capture can bring others such joy, that makes me complete.
If you're still here, continue reading to see how much we have in common!

Helen is exactly the kind of person you want around on such an                      day, calm, friendly, funny and helpful. Just perfect.

- gaia & Patrick

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Getting your big day in order is a must! If things are to run smoothly, you'll need to know what is happening, and when.
Take a look at a wedding day timeline that I've put together.

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Something Beautiful

At the end of the day, I'm here to solely serve my clients. I want nothing more than to deliver amazing photos that'll bring back beautiful memories of those perfect moments. 

© helen jane photography 2023