New shoes

Here is a different take on the shoes shot during the bridal preparation. I happily hold my hands up to admit that I did see the idea done by someone else and decided to try it at my next wedding. It has been said that there is nothing original in the world. Not that I totally agree with that, but there is a certain element of truth in it. Anyway, it has not been done with those shoes, in that bedroom, on that day, etc.
I like it, and will probably use it again, and maybe even develop it a little further...

Wedding at Oaks Hotel, Burnley

On Saturday I had the pleasure of covering a wedding for a fellow photographer, who was unable to make it due to other commitments.
Phil & Gail were married at St Mary's Catholic Church in Littleborough, followed by a reception at The Oaks Hotel in Burnley.

The weather was rather changeable, but managed to behave at the right moments to get a lovely set of photo's.
The hotel is well suited to wet weather weddings though, having a lovely staircase in the entrance which can be used for group shots and couple shots.
Here are a selection of the images produced.

Toy Story

Ever heard the phrase "like a kid in a toyshop"?

I spent a full day photographing the whole of a new toy store in Royton recently for Smyths Toys. The photo's are to provide a model for how the company's other stores should be laid out, so we had to pay particular attention to detail to comply with their merchandising guidelines, making sure the right numbers of each product were displayed and all items were priced.

The store is now open and I have already been back in to spend some money (I could spend a fortune in there, just on me!).

Here's a selection fo the pictures taken (out of approximately 400).

Maternity Photo Shoot

On Tuesday I had the pleasure of doing a maternity photo shoot for a lovely young couple. As a bit of a teaser for them, and a chance to share just a few of the pictures I am now working on, here is a small selection.
This is the first portrait shoot where my wife has come along and she enjoyed helping me with posing and maintaining the modesty of the young lady. Can't wait to show them the full set when they're finished.