2013 starts with an award

At the start of a new year I like to take time to evaluate my business and make those big grown up decisions about where everything is going and how its going to flow for the next 12 months.

Following 6 very succesful years in the business of weddings, I have decided that 2013 is going to be a bit different. I have decided to make this a development year; an interesting, experimental time with lots of variation to extend my skills as a photographer and also the portfolio of my business. 

I am still going to take on a few weddings - I think I would miss those special days too much to give them up completely - but not as many as in the past years, giving myself time to create beautiful things, look after my special customers and to grow as a person and as a business.

Developing art images featuring my clients is something that I love doing and I am certainly going to do more of this, and starting this year with an award is an absoulute bonus for me. This art image, based on a well known Banksy mural, won me a Highly Commended award - the second highest award in the monthly competition. To see more of my Digital Art images for my clients go to Sandra Keddie Photography and if you want some of these great pieces of wall art, featuring You, then hurry along and give me a call...now is your opportunity!

 

Sandra Keddie xx

www.sandrakeddiephotography

Event photography

I love it when I get asked to do some event photography and my client is looking for something different! Each year I photograph Riccardo Scala's Christmas party for fitbodybootcamp Glasgow and this year we were at the Hummingbird - what fabulous premises to photograph at, the options for arty photographs are endless. I took both flash lit formal photographs and also some photojournalistic type photos, both very complimentary to each other and gives the client a wide range of images to choose from.

Riccardo chose a fixed price package, where we take photographs and then publish them on our Facebook site, giving everyone the opportunity to share or tag their low resolution images; Clients always have the option to purchase further high resolution images afterwards.

Packages can be tailored, for example where a client can purchase the reproduction rights on disc giving them access to all the high resolution images for use in company magazines or other print media. It's a great idea for businesses!

See more of this events images here: FBBC pics

Happy New Year!

So the new year has gone past with a flash and we are into February already. My studio has been so busy over the last 2 months and  with many of my brides only choosing their wedding album pictures in December I have been run off my feet designing albums and with processing studio shoots.Not that I am complaining about being busy!  The studio is a refreshing change especially at this time of year when the light is so low outside. I have been doing family sessions, new born baby sessions, product photography and some Fine Art Shoots. It has been so varied, I have just loved it!

My studio was properly completed last year and its taken a while for me to have time to promote it, but its working so well now. It's great to come out of the studio with perfectly lit (award winning!) photos. I have had many comments on how personal and relaxed it feels for clients to be welcomed into a warm and cozy studio . . . I feel it's just how a photographic studio session should be. The great thing about my studio is that it's local to Paisley centre but also only 15 minutes by car from Glasgow city centre or 10 mins by train. We offer a personal pick up service from either Gilmour Street or Hawkhead train station, then 5 minutes to our door where a lovely cup of coffee or a glass of bubbly will be waiting for you. If you come by car, easy parking is available right opposite.

 

When it comes to your shoot, this is only limited by your imagination (or mine if you like), from simple portrait sessions in the studio starting from £25, family sessions indoors or out, newborn baby, children, pets, boudoir  and fine art.

 

Here are 2 newborn baby photos from my studio sessions, but you can see more photos and keep in touch on my facebook page too, where I regularly run special offers.

Denise & Gavin - Moorpark House

Its always a pleasure to be invited back to photograph brides from the same family, not only to be able to see friendly faces, but also it is a great compliment to me and one which I take quite seriously.  While Denise and Gavin chose to get married at Moorpark House in a warm winter festive atmosphere, Denise's sister and bridesmaid, Lynn was married to Graham on a very wet summers' day in 2010. Two  quite different days, especially from a photography perspective, the dark winter days give photographers quite a challenge, but not one that I don't enjoy rising to, especially with an adventurous bride & groom like Denise & Gavin! 

Denise & Gavin were fabulous, relaxed from the start and full of fun. They really pushed the boundaries, going outside for late evening photos despite the wet and freezing conditions. This 10 minute venture gave us the opportunity to capture some really magical images reflecting the atmosphere of their special day. 

Denise looked beautiful and, like her sister, had a wonderful  playful way about her. The two girls were great together while getting ready, joking and laughing just like you imagine sisters should be, and so it was no surprise to us when we captured this portrait of Denise, showing just a hint of her wonderful mischievousness.

We have to give a special thanks to Jackie & Graham from Moorpark House who went out of their way to help us and to make sure that we could do our job swiftly and easily - thank you!

What a lovely wedding day to end our year! Denise and Gavin, I hope that you enjoyed your wedding day and these taster images.

Sandy
www.sandrakeddiephotography.co.uk
www.specialdaymemories.co.uk
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Emma & Gordon -The Caledonian, Edinburgh

Emma and Gordon had a wonderful celebration at The Caledonian in Edinburgh and we just loved being part of their special day. This grand old hotel is luxurious inside and the distinguished oak panelled ceremony room was no exception, with its distinguished feel it was just perfect to show off the beautiful rich colours of the bridal party. Emma looked stunning in her soft flowing wedding gown, and together with Gordon they made a gorgeous couple, blending into the magnificent Victorian surroundings with ease.  

As expected on a wintry December day, we spent a lot of time photographing indoors, but this former Railway Hotel nestles in the shadow of the historic Edinburgh Castle and so we felt it was absolutely necessary to brave the wet and cold to get this magical photograph of the Castle lighting up the skyline behind the couple. Well worth the 5 minute session outside.

Emma and Gordon, I hope that you enjoyed the rest of your evening in these wonderful surroundings and in the mean time also, these taster images.

Sandy
www.sandrakeddiephotography.co.uk
www.specialdaymemories.co.uk

Donna & Steven - Moorpark House Hotel

Donna and Steven got married on a very cold and wet day but this was definitely not going to dampen the spirits of this lovely couple. After a last minute whirlwind of hair, make-up and bridesmaids getting ready, Donna finally had her dress on and we were struck by how beautiful she looked, just like a princess! I left her in the capable hands of her bridesmaids and Bob from Ivory Choice Bridal Cars Ltd who transported her in proper Beauford style, getting her to the church relaxed and on time. 

Steven who was already waiting at the church, looked very smart in his full highland dress and with his boys in matching attire, they definitely looked the part..

At Moorpark House Hotel, we managed to get a few photos outside but the weather did force us to be a little more inventive and to use the wonderful stained glass windows and mirrors inside this wonderful cozy old house. 

Donna and Steven, I hope that you enjoy these few taster images while you wait for the rest.

Sandy x

www.specialdaymemories.co.uk

www.sandrakeddiephotography.co.uk

Sheena and Dennis, Dalmeny Park Hotel

We had a lovely time at Dennis and Sheena's wedding at Dalmeny Park Country House Hotel. The reds, yellows and greens of the autumn ivy covering the wall of the Dalmeny Park hotel were a wonderful contrast to the purple of the bridesmaids and the day felt bright and colourful.  

Its lovely when you get to know the families and guests from previous weddings and this was one of those weddings. Dennis's son Jon got married to Karen  in 2011 and we were delighted when Dennis and Sheena decided to book us for their wedding day too. How lovely it was to see all the familiar faces again! 

Sheena looked very elegant in her classic wedding gown and together, her and Dennis made a very handsome couple. Although the weather was dry, it was bitterly cold and Sheena did extremely well to get many of her photographs outside where we could take advantage of the autumn colours, but eventually, we had to go inside to keep warm! So we finished with the bridal party on the staircase inside the hotel.

The last I saw of Sheena, she was playing a tune on the Pipers pipes!! What a pity I had already put my camera away! 

Dennis and Sheena, I hope that you enjoyed the rest of your wonderful day. Here are 2 taster images for you to enjoy while you wait for the rest of your images. 

Sandy

www.specialdaymemories.co.uk

www.sandrakeddiephotography.co.uk