2016 has been a super tough year out in the big wide world.
2016 HAS BEEN FILLED WITH THE MOST EPIC WEDDINGS!
Seriously folks, on many levels 2016 has been a stinker, with some personal hurdles and wider world problems, but on the flip side I have met some of the most incredible, dynamic, beautiful, soulful, and laugh out loud close the the bone funny people EVER this year.
I have literally had my breath taken away by moments, and left weddings with my heart swelling with joy.
The messages you guys have sent me have had me laughing, crying and feeling immensely humbled. They have literally had me grinning like a fool all day. My job is actually really personal, people bare their souls right in front of you, emotion is often palpable and it's impossible not to feel a connection.
You have all ROCKED! I have had not one word of complaint as you have braved the most horrific weather in your finery, donned your wellingtons, got soaked to the skin, endured hurricanes and blistering hot afternoons. You're awesome and I thank you for your fearlessness.
There is one photo in this collection that really outlines how I feel about photography. Shortly after the image was edited I got an email from the bride. Her grandfather had passed away. It makes that single image the most important I have shot this year. Photographs that mean something now become more important as time time goes on. Capturing the moment that tell's a story is what it's all about for me.
To have people build there whole wedding around your involvement is incredible and very sobering when you think of the expectations. But everything I have shot this year is all you, whether shy or outgoing, romantic or giggly I am just there to record and observe and I have had a blast.
I have to give a humongous shout out to the other suppliers who also help bring all this together. The dress makers, cake makers, florists, venue's, caterers (this years food has been exceptional, I've been spoilt rotten and had to go on a pre -Christmas diet!) Among the highlights was my very own picnic hamper that I enjoyed on the Cornwall Coast, the Curry from the award winning restaurant and the food from a local supplier who always keeps me full to the brim! Magicians, pizza makers, bands, DJ's, MUA and hairdressers have all played a part and make the wedding community one of the best things to be involved in. I also have a big network of Photographer friend's and to have all that talent to bounce idea's off and overcome problems with at your fingertips is brilliant.
With a grand total of 58 weddings (three more to go!) I can't possibly include everyone but I can assure you I enjoyed shooting every single one. Here are a few moments that I love from this year.
Thank's for being brilliant.
Wishing you all a peaceful and happy Christmas. 2017 I'm ready for you!!!
Happy New year, here's to a fab 2017.
