02/01/2012

2011... blimey!

So.... in 2011 we....
Photographed 40 weddings,
Shot and exhibited at both the Designer Vintage Bridal Fairs,
Went on two 'From Our Hearts' trips,
Shot Rachel Simpson's new collection,
Spoke alongside Noa (Featherlove), my all time favourite photographer at her London Workshop,
Won Best Regional Wedding Photographer for the Midlands and have been nominated for Best Newcomer in the Wedding Industry Awards (find out in Jan!),
Nominated for Best Wedding Photographer at the Wedding Ideas Awards (also find out in Jan!!)
Performed a five week run of 'The Lost Happy Endings' at the MAC in Birmingham,
Pete joined the business full time,
Moved house... aaaaaaaaand....
GOT MARRIED!!!!!

Shit me.


(Diana image by Joanna Brown)

We've also made the best friends anyone could ever make. A bunch of photographers, bloggers, designers, artists who have all come together because we love what we do and what each other does too. The support is incredible and I laugh, cry, learn and am constantly inspired by you all every day. We love you dearly and are so happy that you are a part of our lives.

I honestly thought our first year was pretty overwhelming but this second year has totally floored me in every. single. way. We've crammed a lot in but taking stock and seeing it all in front of you.. I can't really put it in to words. I'm looking up at my wallplanner at all our couples, thinking back to each of their wedding days. You guys mean the absolute world to me and Pete, we love being a part of your wedding.. we love watching you get married, we love seeing your nerves in the morning, we love our little walk in the afternoon to get some couple shots.. we love your families and we absolutely love that we get to give you memories of your day that you'll keep forever.. what a bloody amazing job and what a bloody amazing year.






























































































24 comments:

  1. gorgeous Emma!! Here's to 2012 being as good x

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  2. You are amazing!!!! Congrats on one hell of ya year :)

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  3. stumbld across ur blog earlier this yr, love it and looking forward to reading more in 2012

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  4. Gorgeous collection of images you guys have had a huge year, congrats on getting married and having your hubby with you full time x

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  5. Wow - what an amazing year and a beautiful set of images, totally unique. Look forward to seeing the stories you tell in 2012.

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  6. Is it sad that we still squeal when we see our photos on your blog? We feel like celebrities!

    Thanks for the memories - we hope you and Pete make some great ones in 2012.

    Kirsty and Rob

    X

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  7. woo there i am! so proud of you guys. miss you. damn it come visit us soon

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  8. Emma and Pete, you guys are 'simply the best'. Everything you do and say is with love and that's what makes you pair so beautiful. Can't wait for the pics :)

    Mr and mrs robins
    Xxx

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  9. Lots of love to you both for achieving a beautiful year for you and so many couples. Excited to see what you make of 2012.
    Love me and the gang xxxxx

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  10. What an amazing year you've had lovely! Hope 2012 is just as good for you :)

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  11. Wow Emma, what a spectacular selection of images and how very far you have come in 2011. With some people, you just know they are going to be a success in whatever they turn their hand to. You are one of them :)
    Sending you so much love,
    xXx

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  12. Oh My Mrs Smyth, One of my highlights of 2011 was meeting you and Pete. No more words other than your own "Epic...That is all" xxx

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  13. Simply gorgeous, love love love these!

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  14. Beautiful, beautiful images! Have a fabulous 2012. x

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  15. Woah wild times you've defo been busy! You are a superstar xxx

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  16. Wow Emma- what beautiful photos! Happy new year to you & Pete! Romanaxx

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  17. You're amazing Emma! So happy to have met you in 2011 and hope our paths cross again in 2012! Here's to another fab year!

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  18. KAPOW x
    Please rest more this year that is an ORDER!!!! and have a honeymoon x

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  19. Bloody amazing work. You guys constantly blow us away! Its an absolute pleasure knowing your faces.

    Muchos love, Lee & Dawn x

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  20. some amazing images here emma, you must be really pleased.

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  21. Bloody hell Emma, these are monumentally amazing!!! Such a wonderful set of pictures, totally incredible. So proud to have you as my friend x

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  22. Wow, what variety! Looks like you've had a hell of a year! Congrats on a gorgeous collection! All the best for 2012. xx

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  23. Anonymous as I simply cannot get any comment profile to work otherwise! Sending huge congratulations to you on your awesome year. What an amazing set of images, love each and every one :) Bryonyxx

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