Emma and Nick’s wedding was my first of 2012 and what a way to start the new year! Not only did they both look amazing and chose the perfect venue in Derby’s Cathedral Quarter Hotel, they even had snow to make their day even more magically romantic.

As you can see, Emma has an amazing sense of style. I LOVED her vintage gown and this was complemented perfectly by her hair and make up styling. The result was a real sense of classic Hollywood glamour. Luckily Emma also added a vintage inspired fur stole which was great for adding texture to her portraits but, more importantly, helped keep her warm when we ventured into the snow.

With “The Artist” about to win big at the Oscars I had lots of inspiration for ways to match this sense of old school movie magic in their photography. I was also gifted a gorgeous staircase and some funky lighting in the venue as well as some wonderful snow (the proper settling kind!) and some beautiful architecture - so there was no shortage of ways to add a touch of drama.

But wedding’s aren’t just about the photographs (so they tell me anyway!) Emma and Nick’s day was made the success it was by their wonderful guests who were all ready to party. Of course this meant I had lots of opportunity for natural, reportage photography too!

The Cathedral Quarter Hotel in Derby not only served as the perfect backdrop to Emma and Nick’s big day but everyone there worked their hardest to ensure the day was wonderful.

My only disappointment was that I missed the snowball fight that happened in the early hours - I honestly can’t think of a better way to end a wedding celebration!

S

xx