Viva Espana!

So...I have been so excited about blogging about the amazing wedding in Spain that I photographed but we had to wait until Ana and Luis had seen their official photographs first! They have so I can finally blog - yippee!

I helped out my lovely friend Elia (www.eliasills.com) who is based in Madrid and the number one wedding photographer in Spain. Her work is truly beautiful and I was honoured to fly out and support her at this huge society wedding!

It all happened at the end of May and we set off for the venue at first light. It took us almost two hours to drive up and into the mountainous region of Extremadura where Ana's parent's finca was situated. Neither of us had seen it before and we were not disappointed - it took our breaths away. The house and estate were simply stunning.

We didn't have much time to stand and stare as it was business as usual and all the excitement of the day was building. The hairdresser and make up artist had arrived and the decoration of the house and garden was well under way. There were people running about everywhere but we focused on getting amazing shots of Ana getting ready in her room and the preparations that were taking place all around us. Ana looked nothing short of breathtaking in her designer gown and her cousin, sister, best friend and little pooch Manolo were all there to help her get ready! Everything was so beautiful and the morning just flew past.

The weather was perfect...not too sunny with lots of big white clouds to offer some shade. The 400 guests drank vintage cava, nibbled tapas and later on had a huge seven course meal under candle light. The ladies looked so stylish and the hats and fascinators were....fascinating?!!!! The men wowed in typical Spanish style, looking super slick and puffing on huge Cuban cigars. I was in heaven!

Elia did an amazing job and between us we took hundreds of amazing photographs. I still can't believe I was there and can't wait for the next one she needs me to help her with!

It was a wonderful day and a wonderful wedding. I thought the Scottish knew how to party but this lot would have put anyone to shame; the music and dancing after dinner was brilliant. Everyone was on the dance floor moving and grooving like Shakira - honestly!

So, I've chosen a few of my favourite shots from the day and hope you enjoy them! There are quite a few!

Fxxx

Colette and Colin on the beach!

Two Blogs in as many weeks - what's going on? I must take a pill and lie down! Only kidding...it's been a pleasure to work on this last set of wedding photographs!

So..Colette married Colin in July at St Margaret's Church in Airdrie. It was a beautiful and moving service and despite the excitement of a couple of girls fainting, it was just perfect!

Colette got ready at her Mum and Dad's house in Airdrie and Colin did the same just along the road! Colette had her fab bridesmaids (Yvonne, Siobhan, Kerry and Akexandra) there to help her into her beautiful Augusta Jones gown and although Colin had about 15 groomsmen it was his brother Bryan and his cousin Ciaran who helped him get his kilt on! They both looked amazing, in fact everyone looked beautiful! Even Colette's Mum had a coordinating hot pink outfit which couldn't have looked better with the bridesmaid's dresses!

After the ceremony we all made the long journey to the beach at Seamill Hydro. For anyone who doesn't know this little piece of heaven, its worth seeking it out on a hot and sunny day. The views across to Arran are to die for and they have their own little private beach which is always our first port of call on arrival! Everyone loves kicking off their shoes, throwing their bouquets away and just having some fun.

After a bit of a rush to get all their 'must have' shots done, speeched preceded dinner and were an absolute scream! I think Bryan has found his niche in life - his speech was fantastic! In fact the whole day was wonderful and I know they had the best day!

I have enjoyed seeing all the shots I took again and have chosen just a very small selection of my favourites to post. I hope Colette and Colin manage to see these while they're away on honeymoon. If you are reading this then have an amazing holiday and I'll see you when you get back!

Fxxx

Emma and David got married!

I have been extremely rubbish at Blogging and also been on hols in Cornwall so its no wonder I'm chasing my tail! Anyway, my dear friend Emma Sanderson who is also a fabulous wedding photographer got married to the very lovely David on the 20th of June at Luss Parish Church and then afterwards at Ross Priory.
Emma had been planning her wedding for ages and being in the business knew exactly what she did and didn't want. She did want their day to be stunning and I'm happy to report that everything was! Emma looked divine in a Maggie Sottero gown with pale pink bow. Tucked away beneath the dress was the cutest Agent Provocateur garter I have ever seen! She wore a vintage veil, handed down to her from her Mum, Linda. Emma's little darling King Charles Spaniel, Ruby was in attendance too. She had a beautiful gold collar and lead hand decorated with fresh flowers for the big day! Everything was perfect!
The men wore their own tartan and David had a beautiful bespoke kilt pin made for him which looked really great.
Emma was the happiest bride I have ever worked with! She smiled all day, even when our photo shoot on Luss Pier had to be quickly called off due to a cloudburst! The guests tucked into champagne at Ross Priory and there was just a lovely, happy and relaxed atmosphere. I grabbed Emma and David for 15 minutes and we had some fun in the grounds taking gorgeous shots with and without Ruby! I've posted a handful below - there were too many to choose from but I especially liked these!
Emma and David are now home from New York, Hawaii and Las Vegas and I wish them all the love in the world for their future

Fxxx

I forgot to mention that Emma's Mum and Dad surprised her with a horse and carriage to take her to the church. The best man Andrew gave a wonderfully funny speech and the bridesmaids, Katy and Angela and ushers, Graham and Stewart were just fab! Oh and their first dance was a full on choreographed number! Amazing! Xx

Lynsey and Chris's Wedding at House for an Art Lover

Lynsey and Chris got married on Saturday the 2nd of May 2009 at House for an Art Lover www.houseforanartlover.co.uk/ in Glasgow. It is a wonderful venue and I absolutely love working there, especially in the spring and summer when the gardens are at their most beautiful!

Lynsey had the serious job of getting ready at her Mum and Dad's house with her three gorgeous bridesmaids helping her into her dress and putting her veil on. She looked very beautiful in a vintage style gown with lots of delicate beading. I love it when I have no idea what the dress will be like - it's always a lovely moment for me when I first see it hanging up! I do get a bit excited!

Chris and his groomsmen looked very handsome in their contemporary kilts and were all on good form in the run up to the ceremony.

After the lovely Humanist ceremony the guests tucked into yummy canapes and quaffed bubbly with hibiscus flowers! Lynsey was very excited about her hibiscus flowers before the big day so I made sure I got some nice pictures for her! After lots of time mingling with their guests we had some fun in the grounds of the House and got some gorgeous pictures too! After that, cake cutting, hilarious and heartfelt speeches and dancing to a Frank Sinatra style big band - just amazing!

Lynsey and Chris looked relaxed and happy - just as they always do and I know they had the most perfect day. They go on safari later in the year and are enjoying some time up north this week. I hope they love the next few pictures of their happy day!

F xxx

Emma and Neill's wedding - I'm back!

Well, it certainly has been a very very very long while since I've blogged but there's no time like the present to jump straight back in for the first of my 2009 weddings! I promise to blog again very soon about the new baby and all that has happened since way back...when was it??? Oh never mind!


So without further ado...the beautiful Emma and the very dashing Neill were married at Arley Hall, Cheshire www.arleyhallandgardens.com/hall.html on the 18th of April and it was just wonderful! I couldn't have asked for a more lovely couple to work with after such a long break and I couldn't have wished for a more amazing venue either! I know Cheshire seems a long way away but it was worth all the travelling to and fro for all of us! It is a most extraordinary place with grounds that go on forever and gardens to die for!

Neill and his groomsmen were smart in morning suits and Emma wowed everyone is a Sassi Holford www.sassiholford.co.uk/ gown and cathedral length veil which arrived just in the nick of time!!! Emma had the cutest entourage of attendants and the very lovely chief bridesmaid Kirsty made sure Emma stayed calm and the little ones stayed clean! The flowers were very elegant and Emma's fabulous taste and attention to detail made the day extremely lovely indeed! I thought every minute of the day was perfect and every time I saw the new Mr and Mrs Alexander they were laughing and smiling - success!

They are on honeymoon at the moment and I hope they are having the best time...!
Emma and Neill - if you do manage to log on, I hope you love this little glimpse of your wedding story!
Xx

Closed for a while!

hello!

Just to let you all know that the studio is now closed as we are having a baby in the summer! We will be checking emails every Saturday so if you wish to get in touch, please do!

The studio will re-open in January 2009 but we are still taking bookings for 2010 and beyond! 2009 is full up now but we look forward to hearing from you anyway!

Best wishes,

Fiona and all the team!

Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all. I hope 2008 is a happy and healthy one for us all. This is just to let you know that I have no availability for this year at all but I am taking bookings for 2009. The key dates are filling up fast so if you have booked your 2009 wedding, please don't hesitate to get in touch as soon as you can. Good photographers get booked up very quickly so don't delay!

I look forward to working with you in the future!

Fiona xxx