Capture your leap year moment with an engagement shoot

Tradition states that, every four years, women can grab the chance to propose to their partners on February 29th, that oddity in the calendar which marks 2012 as a Leap Year. 

Of course, there's no reason that women can't propose marriage on any day of any year. But Leap Years and the traditions which come along with them endure, and there's no denying that they do raise a smile. Are you planning on popping the question this Leap Year? You can tell me.... I won't spill the beans. 

What better way to remember such a special occasion than with an engagement shoot? Let me tell you why engagement photography is a great idea, no matter who got down on one knee!

- Remember the moment. Engagements can go by in a flash. The focus often shifts quickly to the wedding, and planning can take over. The excitement and exhilaration of being newly-engaged can get forgotten, and this is a shame. Engagement photo shoots capture this special time, which does after all deserve to be remembered!

- Something different. Your wedding photos will be very distinctive, after all, there's no denying a wedding photo (the white dress and flowers usually give it away... )! Engagement photographs are something a little different. Not everyone will have them, and they sit beautifully between the photos you'll have in your own collection and your wedding photos.

- Your first official couples photos. Leading on from the previous point, engagement photography is important because it's often the first official, professional set of photos you'll have done as a couple. No matter how long you've been together, or how you met, chances are the only photos you have of you both together are from parties or special events, usually taken by a camera phone. Many people don't have any photos with both of them in, simply because one of the couple was always taking the photo!

- Meet your wedding photographer. This is one of the most important aspects of engagement photo shoots. They enable you to meet your wedding photographer, and for the photographer to meet both of you, too. You can get to know each other, feel relaxed around each other and understand what's required during a shoot to get the very best images. Then, on your wedding day, you'll feel like old friends and the resulting wedding pictures will be that much better.

- Lovely gifts - or wedding invitations. Many of my clients choose a favourite image from their engagement photo shoot as wedding invitations. What a lovely idea!

Whether you get engaged on February 29th or on another day in this Leap Year, have a think about the benefits of an engagement photo shoot, and give me a call to discuss your ideal images. Together we will make them happen!

Romantic photography shoots for couples - special offer below!

Are you looking for an unusual Valentine's Day gift? Or perhaps you've recently got engaged, married or moved in with your partner and want something truly special by which you can both remember this happy time? Why not consider a romantic photography shoot? As a photographer, let me explain why couples photo shoots are such a wonderful way to capture a special time.

- Special to you. Your romantic photo shoot will capture and reflect your mood and the joy you shared as a couple on that particular day. Like any experienced, professional portrait photographer, I work with you to put you at ease before expertly capturing the character of your partnership.

- Images which last. Whether you choose final images which can go in a traditional photo book or be wall mounted on canvas or in a frame, your couples photo shoot images will always be a really unique and truly special set of images which you can keep to yourselves or share with friends and family.

- A unique idea. Almost every married couple will have wedding photos, and many parents will have professional photographs capturing their early days as a family unit. How many people do you know who have chosen to get beautiful portrait shots done against a lovely landscape, simply because they can? Couple photo shoots open that possibility up to you and your significant other.

- Capture a moment. You don't need to have announced your engagement to book a special couples photo shoot. How about a new pregnancy? First anniversary? Or just... because! That's the lovely thing about couples photo shoots, they really are designed to capture your happiness as a couple. It doesn't matter whether there's an occasion to mark or not.

I will meet with you both prior to the shoot, to get to know you and to discuss any ideas you've got for single images or the entire shoot. I'll then help find the ideal location for the shoot, sourcing beautiful outdoor settings or the perfect studio backdrop. I prefer to work outdoors, but will happily create your ideal shoot in a studio if this is your preference. There will always be a backup plan, should the weather conspire against us on the day of the shoot. You'll find the shoot relaxing, exhilarating and plenty of fun! I am an absolute professional, but this doesn't mean my shoots aren't laid-back and a good laugh. Ultimately, I am there to draw out the best of both of you and to capture that in iconic images you'll love, forever.


Who do you know who wants to celebrate their relationship with a bespoke romantic couples photo shoot?


It doesn't have to cost the earth with the shoot only costing £250 (including £150 print credit). Prints start from only £30 - book by 31st March 2012 to receive a 5x7.5" print for free!