Rowan and George

Ooh the weddings have been coming thick and fast for me and I found myself back at the very stylish House for an Art Lover for another wonderful wedding...this time it was Rowan marrying George!

Picture the weather from hell - well luckily that was the day before and it did not stop raining for one minute! I think everyone was slightly concerned that Saturday would dawn wet,dark and quite miserable but by the time I'd caught up with George at his flat, the sun was breaking through and things were drying out!!! Phew - so George and his best man Dustin (and his lovely wife Sarah) had a very relaxed morning getting ready and just hanging out. There were little glimpses of nervousness but nothing too severe! George was his usual happy, sparkly self!
I left them to it and met up with Rowan and her girls at Hotel Du Vin. Denise from A la Mode Hair and Make Up was busy perfecting Rowan's hair. It looked amazing and Rowan had bought a beautiful hair clasp which just finished the style off perfectly. It looked very intricate but Denise assured me it was very simply done - good job! I did my usual nosey and found all sorts of exquisite girly things. Shoes made just for Rowan, the most delicate lilac coloured bridesmaid's dresses and Rowan's gown! If I had had to guess which dress she would have chosen, I think I might have guessed correctly. It was so Rowan...willowy, elegant, simple yet stunning. I hung it up in the doorway in their suite and it just looked amazing!

Anyway, enough of the details. We arrived at The House and everything was in full swing -the guests were all there and ready for Rowan's arrival. I'm not sure if Rowan was very nervous but she arrived looking very happy and calm. She glided up to the house and silenced everyone when her Mum, Lorna, walked her down the aisle! Mandy Evans Ewing, the celebrant, gave a lovely service with some really nice touches courtesy of Rowan and George. It was all just perfect.

While the guests quaffed bubbly, I got down to business and got some lovely candids of all the guests. Once everyone was settled, I sneaked off with Rowan and George to the gardens for some time on our own. It was so nice to see them enjoying themselves as I know Rowan had been working very hard in the run up to the wedding.

Speeches were before dinner and they were superb. George's speech was so nice and he must have thanked everyone about a hundred times! After dinner there was a ceilidh downstairs and the band were amazing! I'm sure I've heard them before but they were called The Picts for your info. When I left the dance floor was full and everyone was happy!

Fxxx

Claire and Michael!!!

So...I would have blogged sooner about Claire and Michael's wedding as I do like them to have a sneak peak at their photographs while they're away on honeymoon but I was struck down with a really nasty sickness bug and have not been in any fit state to log on anywhere over the last few days! I hope you two were able to contain yourselves but here goes!

It was a sunny and hot summer's day and Claire got ready with her gorgeous bridesmaids at her Mum and Dad's house in Dumbarton. It was all very chilled in the house even although there was plenty of coming and going. Hair and make up were perfect and Claire had a bedroom full of goodies!! Stunning gown by Maggie Sotero, to die for shoes by Christian Louboutin (not my size unfortunately!!!), lingerie by Agent Provocateur - oh and not forgetting yummy cupcakes by her friend's Mum!!! Claire was calm on the surface but underneath bubbling away with a mixture of every emotion possible!

I caught up with Michael and the boys at the church in Dumbarton as he had been getting ready too far away for me to spend any time with him on the morning. He was in fine fettle as ever, flashing his amazing LA smile and just taking it all in really. Claire was a teeny bit late but when she arrived she was utterly radiant. She glided out of the car and up the steps on the church and just wowed!

The ceremony was lovely and afterwards we managed some quick shots in the gardens as they were just so pretty. meanwhile, the bus had broken down so some macho guys were drafted in to push the bus into a jump start. What heroes?!!! It didn't work mind you but was a bit of a giggle!

At Cameron House, there were canapes and bubbly on the lawn, some kissing and cuddling for the camera and lots of giggling with the bridesmaids!

Wendy from Utopia Wedding Planningkept everything running like clockwork and despite a bit of a late start, dinner and speeches were all on time! Michael said all the right things and his best man was hilarious!

I left after a few dances but I'm sure the whole night was just wonderful! Claire and Michael looked so pleased with everything and Claire was still looking beautiful after 9 hours of excitement!

I hope the honeymoon was gorgeous and can't wait to catch up for their viewing next week!

Fxxx

Ooh and I meant to say that the bridesmaid's dresses were the most gorgeous ever! I do love a bit of glamour!!!

Xx

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