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6 Ways To Personalise Your Wedding Day

Remembering your pets To kick off my 6 ways to personalise your wedding day, we’ll start with my all time favourite! I know a lot of wedding venues might now allow pets at your wedding, or if they do, some couples choose not to have them there as it can be a manic day for […]

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Tips For Bridesmaids on Their Besties Wedding Day

Being a bridesmaid is so much more than wearing a dress and having your 15 seconds walking down an aisle. Your friend has picked you because she trusts you and wants you there with her every step of the way on her biggest day. Here’s some helpful tips that every bridesmaid should know to help […]

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Top 5 Wedding Venues in Hertfordshire

As a Hertfordshire based photographer, I’ve had my fair share of weddings in the area. So here’s my list of my top five venues that I personally love to work at and that my couples love even more to get married at! Milling Barn I’m going to start off with one of my favourites! A […]

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Donna & Adrian’s Wedding at Down Hall

What an amazing day to be back at Down Hall for Donna & Adrian’s wedding! When these two booked with me, I did that little happy dance that all small business owners do when no one’s looking. This is a venue that I absolutely adore as every inch of it is gorgeous! One highlight from […]

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Charlie & Joe’s Essex Wedding at The Barns at Lodge Farm

The high pitched scream that came out of my mouth when Charlie & Joe enquired with me about their wedding at The Barns at Lodge Farm could’ve broken windows!! I had been dying to photograph a wedding at this venue for years, and my first time there could not have been for a more perfect […]

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Kelsie & Luke’s Wedding at Gaynes Park

Another dream venue ticked off the bucket list thanks to Kelsie & Luke!! When these two enquired with me about their wedding, I did the happy dance that all small business owners do. After years of being a wedding photographer, I can now finally say that I’ve done a wedding at Gaynes Park!! Not only […]

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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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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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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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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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