Hertfordshire portrait photography | A walk in the woods | Anna & Peter

With their wedding day fast approaching there was still time to squeeze a pre-wedding shoot in for Anna and Peter.

Location: Check
Weather: Check
Outfits: Check
My wellies: Errr...No!

My trainers took a battering from the mud, but it was worth it in the end because we made some cool photographs...despite almost getting lost in the woods. I was so sure I knew where I was going !! I absolutely love the brown tones that come through in this woodland and I must take my family to this spot for our annual mugshot! Anna and Peter looked rather stylish (Peter like he's just taking a break from his band) but I can take no credit for their dress sense. It was all them. Looking forward to photographing your wedding at Offley Place in a few weeks. But for now, enjoy our brief ramble in the woods.

Wedding at Tewinbury Farm - Hertfordshire wedding photography | Sally and James

My last wedding of 2011 took place at the fabulous Tewinbury Farm on a very pleasant day in December. The photography at Tewinbury Farm is always rewarding as there are many places to capture something a little different, and the light for the time of year was exceptional.

Sally and James looked great on the day and were really up for the photography, even making me have pictures with one of their guests in a look-a-likee competition.

I hope you enjoy this handful of images guys and feel free to leave any comments at the bottom.
Regards, Phil.






There was even time for one of my 'famous' sunset silhouette images.

Maternity portrait in Hertfordshire | Helen and bump

With only a few weeks to go, Helen popped into the studio for a mother and bump shoot. She looked radiant and is eagerly awaiting baby number two to go with her little boy, Oliver, who I photographed a couple of years ago. All things going smoothly we have earmarked some time for a newborn portrait shoot in February. I wonder if Oliver will have a new baby sister or brother? I guess all will be revealed in a few weeks time.

Wedding at the Reid Rooms-Essex wedding photography | Johanna and Nicholas

On a chilly winter morning I could be found making my way to The Reid Rooms in deepest darkest Essex for the very Christmassy wedding of Johanna and Nick. A clear sky and a nip in the air were all good omens for a bright, crisp winter event with the potential of decent light till at least 3.30pm.

I was not disappointed either! Although cold by most standards Johanna and Nick gritted their teeth and got on with the picture taking, not complaining once. In fact I think I shivered more than they did, even with all the flying around that I tend to do. There was a distinct vintage feel to some of the events....from big red balloons, old fashioned sweetie stall and even a change of dress for Johanna later in the evening to something that paid homage to the 50's.

This was my first visit in years to shoot some wedding photography at The Reid Rooms and I enjoyed it immensely. You two were stars on the day and I hope you enjoy this little selection of images. It was a real pleasure to be a part of your day! Feel free to post a link to your friends and add any comments at the bottom. Bets wishes, Phil.

   Vintage essence with balloons and my post production.

   A little photobooth action in the evening. Some guests really went for it...or it could have just been the drink :-)