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Rachel and Nick – Birmingham Engagement Photography

by Phil | Nov 3, 2020 | Engagement

Rachel and Nick Birmingham Engagement Photography UK Destination Wedding Photograher Philip James Photography  of

“Hi Phil,

Oh Phil I’m in tears looking at the pictures. My mum – who is not one to show emotions (unlike me) has also shed a tear too. I can’t wait for nick to see when he finishes tonight at 10. Thank you so so much”

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Rachel & Nick – Birmingham Engagement Photography

Rachel and Nick first got in touch earlier this year and I was delighted to hear about their plans. There is something so magical about a traditional Greek wedding! Not to mention you get to photograph loads of plates getting smashed 🙂 At the time Rachel mentioned that she would be really interested in an engagement shoot, which I always recommend! They really do help break the ice and get you mastering some nice poses ahead of the wedding day!

As I do most of my shoots locally, we all agreed ‘Sutton Park’ would be the best location for their engagement wedding photography. Rachel and Nick liked the fact I have also done many shoots in the Park over the years and know it well. The time of year they had chosen for the shoot was one of my favourites.. summer! For me, Birmingham wedding photography is about making the most of the surroundings and available light. For this reason, I always encourage my clients to do the shoot around sunset, to get that gorgeous golden light! We certainly did get that and I’m so happy for them the sun was shining brightly!

ARE ENGAGEMENT SHOOTS IMPORTANT?

Nearly all of my couples I meet for engagement shoots, have never had any professional images before. When booking your Birmingham wedding photographer, I usually recommend an engagement shoot and there are a few reasons why. First off becoming comfortable with your wedding photographer is key to getting great images on your wedding day.

The engagement shoot is the perfect chance to get prepared for the big day! Having a great connection with your photographer can really make or break it when it comes to getting genuinely beautiful photos! Secondly learning some great poses ahead of the wedding will make the day so much more fun and much less stressful for you. Having that extra confidence on your wedding day will really show in your finished photographs. I don’t envisage any problems with Rachel and Nick as they were so easy to get along with and such naturals in front of camera!

As a Birmingham wedding photographer nearly all of my shoots start in a similar way. In the beginning I always give you some space, this lets you be yourselves and enjoy the whole experience. If you’re happy, relaxed and comfortable with me the camera doesn’t lie! Capturing your ever lasting memories is what I love to do and this should be an exciting part of your wedding journey!

Rachel and Nick really let me lead with their Birmingham engagement photography. I really do love it when I can just express myself creatively and my couples place their trust in me. We got so many wonderful images and I was able to fully flex that creative muscle! That in part is down to these two being so easy going and a joy to work with!

MEMORABLE MOMENTS FROM RACHEL AND NICKS SHOOT

Upon arrival the sun was shinning and I was so so happy for them. Rachel and Nick had driven all the way down from Liverpool for the session, so I would of been devastated if it had poured it down! In the good old UK you never can predict it. Another thing I remember clearly was the amazing prop they brought down with them. Rachel had been planning to do the save the dates and one of these photo’s was going to be used for that. That is one of the other perks of an engagement shoot 🙂

LOOKING FOR A BIRMINGHAM WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER TO CAPTURE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES?

I really cannot wait for Rachel & Nick’s wedding in 2022 at the gorgeous Thornton Hall.

Thank you so much for reading my engagement wedding photography blog post. I hope my passion for UK & Destination wedding photography is coming through and you can see how much it means to me. This is what I love to do and I’d be very humbled to work with you. Being a part of your big day and helping document your special moments, is what I love to do. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch as I’d love to be your wedding photographer and I can’t wait to hear from you.

My aim is to reply to all enquires within hours not days as I want this experience to be amazing from the start. From your first e-mail to receiving your final album, this should be the most memorable experience.

With my Birmingham wedding photography I don’t just work around the Midlands, I shoot weddings all over the UK and abroad. I absolutely love travelling, so please don’t think I wouldn’t want to shoot your Destination wedding wherever you’re based.

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Here’s a few more frames from Polly & Josh’s d Here’s a few more frames from Polly & Josh’s day!⚡️
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This is one of those weddings that will stick with me for a very long time, just incredible! 
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Supplier love -
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Wedding gown - @marylise_bridal 
Bridal boutique - @angelicabridal 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Mua - @lc.2.makeup 
Hair - @_hair_by_jack__ 
Florist - @bride_and_bloom 
Videographer - @sinclairweddingfilms 
Suit - @palmer.sw11 
Marquee - @themarqueecompanyofworcester 
Catering - @flyingpigcatering 
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S E R I O U S L Y.. this wedding was off the chart S E R I O U S L Y.. this wedding was off the charts!⚡️
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Tiffany & Tom here is your sneak peek from the gorgeous @moathouseweddings you two absolutely smashed it! 🔥
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Can we all just take a moment to appreciate this was a Monday!! You would never of known, you’ll have to take my word for that! The energy levels were sky high and these guys knew how to party!
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Thank you for trusting me to capture your wedding, I honestly loved it! Also for being brave enough to get into the rowing boat! I know it’s a big deal to do that on your wedding day.. I mean what could have possibly gone wrong? 
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Here’s a few of my favourites, I can’t wait for you to see the full gallery! 
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Venue - @moathouseweddings 
Wedding gown - @sophiatolli 
Bridal boutique - @avamaybridal_ 
Florist & Stylist - @sorella_florist_event_stylist 
Mua - @makeupbytg & @_glambybecky 
Hair - @platinum__hair__ 
Bridesmaids - @azaziebridal 
Sax - @benjaminsax 
DJ - @weddingsounds 
Cake - @sweetcupcakescakery 
Dessert table - @lovelanebrownies 
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This wedding was just giving iconic all day at @pr This wedding was just giving iconic all day at @primrosehillfarm 
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How could I not post a few more from this one, honestly I don’t think I’ll be over it anytime soon! 🔥
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Mary & Dan take a bow, you smashed it! 📸
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Venue - @primrosehillfarm 
Wedding gown - @ellisbridals 
Dress - @tdrbridalbirmingham 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography 
Make up - @lookbydanielleguiden 
Hair - @hairbyemerthompson 
Video - @brsweddingfilms 
Musician - @jackgaylermusic 
Suit - @mossbros 
Disco ball - @harrysound_s 
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Paige & Luke here is your @thorpegarden sneak peek Paige & Luke here is your @thorpegarden sneak peek!⚡️

It was so good to be back at this stunning venue yesterday, it had been too long! Paige buried two sausages, so of course it was sunny and hot all day! 
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From the moment I arrived the energy was insane, I knew it was going to be a great day! These lot certainly knew how to have a good time! From stunning decor to garden games, smoke flares and lots of pornstar martini’s, this really was an amazing wedding!
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You two absolutely smashed it, I honestly can’t wait to get to work on your full gallery! I feel like you’re so spoiled at Thorpe Garden, it really is a photographers dream! 📸
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Venue - @thorpegarden 
Chain - @crippsandco 
Wedding gown - @wed2b 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Mua & hair - @no1bridalstyling 
Videographers - @whosimtiaz & @itsmrabd 
Suits - @peterposhsuit 
DJ - @roblawesentertainments 
Sax - @jamesburwellmusic 
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A few more frames from this epic @hazelgapbarn wed A few more frames from this epic @hazelgapbarn wedding!⚡️
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Venue - @hazelgapbarn 
Chain - @crippsandco 
Wedding gown - @savannahmillerbridal 
Bridal boutique - @chloejanebridalwear 
Florist - @mariasflowers__ 
Venue decor - savethedate
Mua - @beautybyemilymaex 
Hair - @perfectsilhouettehairdressing 
Kilt - @clankilts 
Videographer - @cspaldingcamera 
Cake - @bettys 
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The most iconic English wedding - honestly just wo The most iconic English wedding - honestly just wow!!⚡️
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Polly & Josh here is your sneak peek! I’m not even sure where to begin, this was one of my favourite weddings for so many reasons! 
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Firstly these two held the wedding at her grandparents stunning home, where Polly’s parents also had their celebrations. They had the same 96 year old car too and tied the knot in the very same church! I just love things like that and felt very privileged to be a part of it!
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When I entered the house, I could feel the history in every room, we even recreated one of her mums candid photographs while getting ready! In the garden they have a gorgeous walled archway, with all the names of everyone in the family who’s been married there! I really did feel the importance of the job I do, which is to capture memories for a lifetime and for the next generations to come! It’s one of the many reasons I love doing, what I do!
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Polly & Josh, you were a real vibe and thank you for trusting me to be a part of your day! I just loved everything about your wedding and you’re both awesome! 
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Here’s a few sneak peeks, I really can’t wait to show you the full gallery! 
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Have a fab honeymoon! ✈️
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Wedding gown - @marylise_bridal 
Bridal boutique - @angelicabridal 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Mua - @lc.2.makeup 
Hair - @_hair_by_jack__ 
Florist - @bride_and_bloom 
Videographer - @sinclairweddingfilms 
Suit - @palmer.sw11 
Marquee - @themarqueecompanyofworcester 
Catering - @flyingpigcatering 
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A gorgeous C O T S W O L D S wedding!⚡️ ⠀⠀ A gorgeous C O T S W O L D S wedding!⚡️
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Jenna & Sam here is your sneak peek from the stunning @blackwellgrange it was so good to be back, I’ve missed this place!! 
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You two were amazing and so much fun to be around! Honestly the whole vibe of the day was just perfect! I really loved that you made it your own and embraced literally anything I suggested… apart from cheesy photos! For reference here, Jenna had sent me a “Like & don’t like” Pinterest board! 🤣
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On the “don’t like” were mega cheesy photos, which I’d never take lol and on the “like”‘ were pics we ended up using as a theme! I thought that was an awesome idea! 💯
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Guys have an amazing honeymoon, you deserve it! I literally can’t wait to show you the full gallery, there’s so many moments! 
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For now here’s a few previews! 📸
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Venue - @blackwellgrange
Bridal boutique - @thewhiteoutlet 
Alterations - @abigailwestrupbridal 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Mua & hair - @frweddings 
Florist - @greenandwildflowers 
Groomswear - @dyfedmenswear 
Band - @thevanquishband 
Cake - @cake_by_rachel 
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The most colourful wedding I’ve ever photographe The most colourful wedding I’ve ever photographed!⚡️🌈
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Laura & Kerri you were a dream to work with and I just love how you made it your own!! A 1000 pom-poms hand made, not to mention more ribbons than I could count! Seriously the decor was incredible, I’ll never forget it!! 💯
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The atmosphere and energy of the day was amazing, everywhere I looked people were just having a great time! AND… we got the sun!! I know how much you both wanted it to happen,to really make those colours pop! The sunsets at @hanburybarnsvenue are something else, it was a great feeling to be back! 🏛️
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Have an amazing time on your mini moon, here’s a few photos to keep you in the wedding bubble! 
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Venue - @hanburybarnsvenue 
Bridal boutique - @yes_bridal_studio 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography 
Venue decor - @theweddinghouse_droitwich 
Florist - @fancythatofashby 
Lawn games - @rusticandvintagecartsandprops 
Band - @smoothie__band 
360 photobooth - @imoshaevents 
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