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We only had two weeks notice with Joanne and James’s wedding. Sadly they had been let down by their photographer, but happily we were available to step in.

It was great news for us as we had three great venues to work with – Jonannes folks house, Park Circus and Oran Mor.

We got some stunning picture from the couple despite the awful cold conditons and the incoming darkeness. Joanne and James were an absolute delight to work with and I am very pleased with the shots (the last of the set above is actually shot by candle-light in Oran Mor).

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The final wedding we shot in 2008 and what a smashing day it was too.

Things could have got off to a smoother start right enough….. both bride and groom committed the cardinal sin of arriving late at Park Circus. As you can see the only ‘before’ shots of the bride and groom are slightly rushed !! After the ceremony however the rest of the day was excellent with the wedding party heading to One Devonshire Gardens for the reception. I have to say I am always impressed with the service and attention you get from this venue – simply outstanding. Less outstanding was the photographers request to get everyone outside for a mass group photo – this went down like a lead balloon as everyone knew how cold it was. But fair play to the guests, they all made the effort to get the shot for Bryan and Morven.

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All in all with the excellent venue, great crowd of people and just a lovely couple – it was the ideal way to top off 2008 for 1500 Photography !!

This was a very special wedding for me.

Amanda, Paul and I hit it off right from the start. They were among the first people to book me and put their faith in 1500 Photography. Amanda had some brilliant ideas for how her wedding was going to look and feel, different to most weddings with an ‘Urban Chic’ vibe. We were going to start off at the house first, then onto Park Circus for the ceremony, Botanic Gardens for pictures and then The Universal in Sauchiehall Lane, for the reception.

I have been trying to write this blog entry for a while now, but I keep getting caught up in superlatives and mush when I talk about these guys. So I thought instead of me trying to put into words how great this day was for me – I would post Amandas perspective on her wedding pictures.

Paul and I are so lucky, we have the most glorious, unique and beautifully shot photographs of our special day, add to that two new treasured friends in Stuart and Gillian. From our first appointment we knew instantly that we could put our hopes and trust in Stuart and his creative ideas were just sublime.

His direction gave Paul and I endless confidence, his repoire with our guests was so wonderful, with everyone at great ease and big smiles. His interpersonal skills and friendly while responsive nature was fantastic, even when coordinating our party in their high spirits. (Yes champagne was involved!)

We especially enjoyed the picture that arrived as a screensaver on our phones to the next day, that we showed off with pride, while on honeymoon.

I can’t thank you enough, for the fantastic memories you have helped make for my husband and I. With great warmth, respect and gratitude always, Amanda.

Not bad, eh ? I have never had such a wonderful thank you in all my life. This was a wedding where I felt a real part of the day rather than an observer. To be caught up emotionally in their wedding was a very special exprience and perhaps that shows in the pictures too. I am immensely proud of these shots and am delighted to now have two great friends in Paul and Amanda.

A terrific couple who are just the best. Thanks Guys

Taken at Bill and Joanne’s wedding below, by one of their guests….

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What can I say about Bill and the beautiful Joanne ? I am really lucky in this job in that I get to meet so many really nice people from all over the world. These guys, for instance, came all the way over from Canada to get married in Scotland . I was fortunate enough to be chosen as their photographer at a small but intimate wedding at Park Circus . They had a very moving personal ceremony (which almost got me teary !!!) before a stroll around the marriage rooms and a wee bit of Kelvingrove Park.

I felt truly honored to be a part of their wedding.*

A memorable day and a real joy. My best wishes to you both.

I am a very lucky chap.

*Less honored to be present at Bill’s ‘Braveheart’ photo, but there you go. I guess you can take the boy out of Carmyle, but……!