The Royston Club Live at Omeara, London – Gig Photography & Review

What a treat to photograph such a brilliant indie band in one of London’s most intimate live music venues. Omeara played host to The Royston Club this week, and the atmosphere was electric from the moment they stepped on stage.

I first discovered The Royston Club at Glastonbury Festival a few years ago, and they’ve only got better since. Their energy, connection with the crowd, and faultless performance made this London gig one to remember – and from a photographer’s point of view, they’re a dream to capture.

If you haven’t experienced them live yet, you’re missing out. Keep an eye out for The Royston Club tour dates and get in quick – tickets don’t hang around for long.

An English Country Wedding

Before this year’s summer break, I had the pleasure of photographing a truly beautiful country wedding. A complete contrast to the fast-paced city wedding venues I’m used to, this celebration took place in a stunning countryside setting, the perfect backdrop for such a special day.

Weddings aren’t something I shoot every weekend, but when I do, I’m reminded why I love them. From the emotional moments to the little in-between glances, I’m always tempted to add more weddings to my calendar. This one certainly has me considering it!

Rebecca and Jonathan’s day was filled with love, laughter, and heartfelt moments shared with their closest family and friends. Even on the hottest day of the year, everything flowed perfectly. Every detail, from the rustic outdoor ceremony to the relaxed reception, reflected their personalities and love story.

Congratulations to Rebecca and Jonathan on such a beautiful day. It was an honour to capture every moment for you both.

Unicorn-Themed Birthday Photography – Family Celebration at Home

Eden’s birthday was a truly special occasion, a cosy family gathering at home filled with laughter, love, and a little magic. Her mum invited me to capture the day, which made it even more memorable as her grandparents were visiting from abroad.

From the joyful moments between family members to the show-stopping unicorn birthday cake, there was plenty to photograph and plenty to smile about. Here’s a small selection of images from this beautiful at-home birthday celebration.

Women in Business Supper Club Photography – Kindred Hammersmith

Tamu and Nicola are champions of women in business, and their passion is reflected in the warm, welcoming atmosphere they create. I had the pleasure of photographing their inspiring women’s supper club, hosted at Kindred in Hammersmith, London.

The event was a supportive, uplifting space for women to connect, share ideas, and enjoy delicious food. From candid conversations to joyful moments, these photos capture the spirit of community and empowerment that Tamu and Nicola foster at every gathering.

Bindmans 45th Anniversary Photography – London Law Firm Event

Bindmans LLP, a world-renowned law firm and home to some of the UK’s top human rights lawyers, celebrated their 45th anniversary in January. I was delighted to be invited to document the milestone event in London, capturing the atmosphere, networking, and lively mingling throughout the evening.

Here’s a selection of photos highlighting the memorable moments from this prestigious law firm celebration.

Cool Britannia Festival 2019 Photography – Knebworth Park 90s Nostalgia

Last weekend, we headed to Knebworth Park for the Cool Britannia Festival, a celebration of 90s music and nostalgia. Normally a family affair, this time we left the kids at home and fully embraced the retro vibes. With line-ups packed with iconic 90s bands, it was the perfect festival for anyone wanting a trip down memory lane.

After we pitched our tent and got comfortable, we cracked out the boxed wine and went to explore. First on the list, food. Setting up camp gives you an appetite! Although it’s a small festival, Cool Britannia had one of everything. From Burritos to Indian street food, pizzas to gourmet burgers - everyone was catered for.

Next up, a few bands. Friday was a warm up day but top of the bill was someone I was so excited to see - Baby D! I remember going to see her at the Subterranea in Ladbroke Grove before I was probably enough to drink and she was amazing! Unfortunately, she only belted out a couple of songs (Including Let Me Be Your Fantasy - classic!) before leaving the stage at Cool Britannia. A little disappointing but the DJ’s made up for it.

Over the course of the weekend we managed to see plenty of great bands including James, Sleeper, Embrace, Dodgy, Babybird and The Farm. Most of them stuck to the tried and tested method of rocking out the old favourites with the odd new one thrown in and that seemed to work well. Having seen last year’s line up, I think this year there were some noticeable gaps. They was definitely room for a few more massive bands from the 90’s. We mentioned to each other a few times during the weekend that some of the bands being played by the DJs inbetween live sets would have been great booking for the festival (Think Ocean Colour Scene / Lightning Seeds / Cast) and although I’m a massive Basement Jaxx fan, they did feel a little out of place on the line up but everyone seemed to have a great time including us.

Aside from the main stage, there was a Ministry of Sound Dance Tent and a smaller stage for new and smaller bands. They stand outs for us were The Britpop Collective (a super talented covers band) and Emily Cappell (A ska singer from NW London). Emily had humour and wit in between each song and it was funny to hear the little story behind them.

Even though the music was mostly 90’s the audience varied in age much more than I thought it would, from infants in buggies all the way up to pensioners. Granted, it wasn’t a teenage festival like Reading or Leeds but it didn’t feel like it was totally restricted to people in their thirties and forties. There were clearly lots of lucky young people there being schooled in the golden indie era by eager Mums and Dads! There was a dedicated Circus skills area for children and a small selection of funfair rides too.

What a luxury it was for us to go to a festival without the kids though. The last festival we had been to before this one was Camp Bestival in Dorset which is really big and basically built for little ones. Cool Britannia is very small and a perfect size for us old codgers - my hips still hurt from dancing and did I mention clean showers with no queues?! Until the next time….

Family Festival Photography – Camp Bestival 2019

Looking for the perfect family-friendly festival? Camp Bestival ticks all the boxes for toddlers, teenagers, and adults alike. This multi-generational festival is packed with fun activities, live music, and entertainment for all ages, making it a must-visit summer event for families. Whether you’re exploring the kids’ zones, enjoying performances, or soaking up the festival atmosphere, there’s something for everyone at Camp Bestival.

Over the weekend, we enjoyed live music performances, explored a quirky flea circus, tried our hand at slacklining, discovered a newfound love for the ukulele, and indulged in delicious pizza. We danced, practised unicycling (almost perfect!), played in the mud garden, blew bubbles, enjoyed funfair rides, sipped cold beer, built dens, made new friends, and camped in a tent. From family-friendly activities to outdoor adventures, this festival weekend had something for everyone!

This was our second time at CB, the first being a few years ago when our children were very little. Back then, it was easier in many ways; they napped and didn’t get as grumpy in the evenings. This year, now that they’re older and no longer in a buggy or trolley, it was a bit more challenging, but still an amazing experience. If you’re worried about taking little ones to a festival, don’t be. Camp Bestival is family-friendly and welcoming for kids of all ages.

Everyone is super friendly and in the same boat. It has a lovely atmosphere and we absolutely love it there. So much to do and explore. We hope to be back again next year!

The Perfect Wedding Day at The Barbican Centre, London

I was recently contacted by Caroline and Chris to photograph their wedding, and I couldn’t have been more excited, especially because their special day was held at the iconic Conservatory at The Barbican, London. For couples searching for a unique wedding venue, the Barbican offers a striking blend of modernist and brutalist architecture that makes for unforgettable wedding photography.

Their brief was simple but inspired. They wanted beautiful, natural photos capturing the joy and emotion of the day, with the Brutalist architecture of the Barbican as a dramatic and stylish backdrop. With Chris being an architect himself, I knew the architectural details would be extra important, and they didn’t disappoint!

As a London photographer, my aim is always the same: to capture authentic moments and the overall atmosphere of the wedding day. From candid smiles and laughter to the emotional moments between family and friends, I strive to document each wedding in a way that tells a genuine story.

The day at the Barbican was filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Caroline and Chris’s wedding was a perfect example of how wedding photography in unique London venues can combine emotional storytelling with visually striking architectural backdrops.

Here’s a small selection of photographs from Caroline and Chris’s Barbican wedding in London, showcasing the beauty of the venue, the joy of the couple, and the timeless elegance of their celebration.

London Mini Sessions - Winter →

As Christmas loomed last year and everyone was preoccupied with preparations for the festivities to begin, I was planning how to get 2019 off to a cracking start. January is, to me, the most depressing month of the year. Its cold, mostly grey and dark by 4pm. I needed something on a personal and professional level to give me a shake up and get me through the month so I launched the London mini shoot sessions for bloggers and small business owners.

I figured the market was already saturated with the usual children’s offers at that time of year and of course, everyone loves a cute baby in a Santa hat but I thought to would be good to shine the spotlight on the grown ups for a change and it was a massive success! Many people contacted me to shoot for various different reasons - from new business ventures and side hustles to fashion shoots, social media content and even a yoga shoot.

As a London based photographer, it was great to shoot at locations I have loved since childhood. Many people came to me with an idea of location and we managed to give all the shoots what I like to call the “London for Londoners feel”. Not obvious tourist trap locations but simple spots that Londoners recognise like the beautiful florist at Westbourne Grove or the skate park on the Southbank. Not a Big Ben or Buckingham Palace in sight!

More than anything else, I have met some fabulous people. I’m a natural introvert but absolutely love getting to know people and what better way to do that then walking and talking our way around London. I’ve discovered parts of the this city I call home that I never knew existed but also discovered that so many of these wonderful people live locally to me in NW London!

These are just a selection of photos taken from a handful of sessions. I plan to run this offer again in the springtime so don’t worry if you missed out this time. Keep an eye on my social media platforms for the next one. Roll on springtime!

Candice Brathwaite for Tu at Sainsbury's

It’s nothing new to people who have been following me on social media for some time. I work closely with Candice Brathwaite and her family after she gave me the final push to get my business off the ground. If you haven’t already discovered her she is a presenter, writer and founder of Make Motherhood Diverse. She’s one of my favourite people to shoot - a complete natural in front of the camera who barely needs any direction at all!

She was asked to collaborate with Sainsbury’s for their Tu range when they launched their new denim line and, in turn, asked me to shoot it for her. Without hesitation, I was in Milton Keynes, asking the lady who runs the local launderette if we could use it for our pictures. She thought we were mad but let us regardless. The results from the launderette and some other locations in Milton Keynes were my favourite photos of Candice to date….J-Lo eat your heart out!

Ed Sheeran – Charity concert in aid of The London Irish Centre, Camden

Any Ed Sheeran fans out there?  Thought so.  It’s unlikely most of us can make it though the day without hearing a song by Ed Sheeran on the radio.  He sells out stadiums around the world and it feels like he has got there in the blink of an eye.  He’s a superstar now, mixing with the movers and shakers of Hollywood so when I was asked to photograph him in a 300-capacity venue in Camden Town, I jumped at the chance!

I have been helping at the Irish Centre in Camden for a year or so now, doing their headshots and images for their brochures.  It’s a wonderful organisation full of the traditional Irish welcome and spirit.  I’m a born and bred Londoner of Irish descent so understand the importance of a place such as the LIC to bring together and help a community of Irish in London that still exists, albeit in smaller numbers now.  They have a fantastic team there, ready to help with anything and they hold lovely events open to everyone.  The Ed Sheeran event was one of them but this time it was exclusively to raise much needed funds to keep the charity going.

An email dropped into my inbox a few weeks before the event.  It was an exclusive ticket only gig and with only a few hundred available, they were like gold dust.  I figured the photography would be all sewn up what with Ed Sheeran having his own special team, so you can imagine how delighted I was when they asked little old me to come and take some pictures for the centre.

It was really good fun.  I got to say a quick hello to both him and Dermot O’Leary (swoon!) who is also a patron of the charity and from there on in it was a who’s who with comedians, politicians, presenters and actors including a very last-minute entrance from Courtney Cox.

After an audience with competition winners, there was an interview and a live set from both Ed Sheeran and special guests he had invited along followed by some DJ sets from Annie Mac and Sara Cox.

All in all, it was a brilliant event raising £250,000 for a wonderful charity.  Cheers Ed!