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Joanne & Alex’s Dudley Wedding

My first ever wedding in Dudley and the venue couldn’t have been in a more beautiful area. (Seriously, more registry offices should be in the middle of parks. Instant backdrop!) Now before you say anything, yes, I travelled all the way up North to capture their ceremony and portraits and then came home again. I […]

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Janet & Peter: Letchworth Hall Hotel

Janet & Peter’s Spring wedding at Letchworth Hall Hotel in Letchworth Garden City.

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Emma & John’s Intimate Wedding in Hertford 

Emma & John came in to see me at the studio a couple of weeks before their wedding day. Straight away I knew I was about to work with the most laid back couple I’ve met. These two decided that they wanted an intimate wedding. Just a ceremony and a pub meal afterwards. (They’ve decided […]

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Saskia & Jason’s Wedding: Tewinbury Farm

First wedding of 2024 at Tewinbury Farm in Hertford with the beautiful Saskia and Jason.

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Newborn: Isabella

Come and see little Isabella for her first photo shoot!

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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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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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Bobbie & Rob’s Wedding at Oaks Farm

Now when I tell you that you couldn’t find a cuter couple than Bobbie & Rob, I’m really not lying! From the moment that I met these two, I totally felt that I was in the presence of a couple truly in love. I know I know, total cheesy comment from me, but it’s true! […]

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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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Timeline guide

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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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. 

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