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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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Chloe & Callum here’s your @shustokebarn sneak p Chloe & Callum here’s your @shustokebarn sneak peek!⚡️
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So let’s talk about yesterday… what an incredible day at one of my favourites! It also just happened to be the hottest day of the year, it was WARM! ☀️
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There’s so much I could say, but let me summarize! We had a chicken with us during bridal prep, I fell down a step and nearly dropped a camera! We had laughs for days, we had bubble guns for confetti, which turned into adults and us playing with them for photos! 🤣
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There was the entertainment, live music during cocktail hour, with a Latino feel, Balearic terrace vibes in the evening and to top it off we got the most insane sunset!
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You guys absolutely rocked it and in that heat too! Not forgetting the star of the show, your daughter ‘Lana’ who always had a smile on her face!
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Here’s a few of my faves, can’t wait to share more! 📸
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Supplier love - 
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Venue - @shustokebarn
Chain - @crippsandco 
Wedding gown - @elyseebridaldesign 
Bridal boutique - @tdrbridalbirmingham 
Venue decor - @foxandfauxstyling 
Hair - @sarahjayemua 
Mua - @makeupby_harper 
Bridesmaids outfits - @jacquelinelouisebridal 
Suits - @peterposhsuit 
Videographer - @imoshaweddings 
Content creator - @loveandcontent_uk 
Live band - @synergyliveband 
Illustrator - @whilehugosleepsco 
DJ - @bennysmythdj 
Cake - @staceys_cake_creations 
Car - @cvshire 
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Here’s some exciting news to share!!⚡️💯
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I’ve just become a recommended supplier for one of my favourite venues… the gorgeous @alrewashayes 🏛️
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To top it off, I’ll be at thier wedding showcase this Sunday from 12-3pm. Want to come and see this incredible venue? Or have a chat with me about your wedding plans? 💍
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Really hope to see you there!! Here’s a few from Emma & Matt’s wedding last year, I honestly don’t think I’ll ever get over this one, pure vibes!! 🔥
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Venue - @alrewashayes 
Gown - @willowandwinterbridal 
Bridal Boutique - theknotbridal
Mua - @ohsomakeup_ 
Hair - @styledbyamberrose 
Venue stylist - @thetwohummingbirds 
Videographer - @luke_houghton_films 
Photobooth Camper Van - @birdie_photobooth 
Band - @thecollective.live.band 
Cake - @bbakery__ 
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Shustoke Barn sunsets just hit differently!⚡️ Shustoke Barn sunsets just hit differently!⚡️
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I never get tried of photographing this beautiful venue, so here’s a few more sneak peeks from M & B’s wedding! I’ll be back here again on Saturday, I can’t wait!! ❤️
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Venue - @shustokebarn 
Chain - @crippsandco 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography 
Bridal boutique - @weddingbelles_4oaks 
Mua - @sophie_essex_makeup 
Hair - @hairbysev_ 
Wedding gown - @missstellayork 
Jacket - @mossbros 
Suits - @hawesandcurtisglobal 
Bouquet & Button holes - @boho_backdrops 
Shoes - @lipsylondon 
DJ - @proweddingdjs 
Cake - @dreamcakestudiobirmingham 
360 photobooth - @aura_eventsuk 
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L & J here is your @foxtailbarnsvenue sneak peek!⚡️
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WOW…… I don’t even know what to say about this wedding!! I’m still buzzing as I type this, the morning after. Honestly you guys were the best and it was amazing to be back at the stunning Foxtail Barns! Seriously the grounds of the @thetawnyhotel ❤️
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We started off with a yellow weather warning, heavy storms predicted and rain all day, it’s safe to say that didn’t happen and we had the most incredible sunny day!! I’ve never been so happy the forecast got it wrong! 
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Thank you for embracing everything me and the team suggested, honestly girls you smashed it!!! I pulled a late night when I got back, to get these pics done for you, I really hope you love them! Have the best time in Ibiza! ✈️
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There will be more to follow soon! 📸
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Supplier love - 
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Venue - @foxtailbarnsvenue 
Bridal boutiques - @serendipitybrides & @butterflybridalboutique 
Wedding gowns - @dama_couture & @madilanebridal 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Mua - @charlottebradleymakeup 
Hair - @bridalhairbymichellejewess 
Florist - @the_lanes_ 
Videographers - @toptablefilms 
Second photographer - @eddyhighton 
Acoustic duo - @beckyandjoshduo 
Catering - @jenkinsonscaterers 
DJ - @weddingsounds 
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L + S here is your @moxhullhall sneak peek!⚡️ L + S here is your @moxhullhall sneak peek!⚡️
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It was so good to be back at this stunning local venue and what a day we had!! I think we had almost every season in one day, however when the sun finally came out, it stayed out!! ☀️
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Laura & Sean you both absolutely smashed it and your kids have such little personalities! 
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Here’s a few of my favourites, I really can’t wait for you to see the full gallery! 📸
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Supplier love - 
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Venue - @moxhullhall 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography
Bridal boutique - @tdrbridalbirmingham 
Mua - @byhelen.makeup 
Hair - @emmavictoriapaynebridal 
Videographer - @upcloseweddings 
Suits - @peterposhsuit 
Venue dressing - @olivelaneweddings 
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L + J here are a few more frames! I’m still not L + J here are a few more frames! I’m still not over this one!⚡️
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The @theashesbarns really does have it all, it was so good to be back! 🏛️
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Hope you had an amazing mini moon and here’s a few more pics to see on your last night! 📸
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Venue - @theashesbarns 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography 
Bridal boutique - @emmalouisebridal 
Wedding gown - @kittychencouture 
Bridesmaids - @sixstories 
Suits - @jon_paul_menswear 
Mua - @chelseamakeupartist 
Hair - @bridalhairbymichellejewess 
Florist - @thetopiarytreefloristhanford 
Videographer - @tellthestoryfilms 
Piano - @jamesroscoepiano 
Selfie mirror - @thatpropguyltd 
DJ - @proweddingdjs 
Driving Simulator - @lichfieldentertainments 
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Z + S your @colshaw_hall_cheshire sneak peek is re Z + S your @colshaw_hall_cheshire sneak peek is ready!⚡️
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It was so good to be back at one of my favourite venues  in Cheshire yesterday! Not only that but the weather held and we got the sun! I know you were both worried about it, so WAS I! I love it when it all comes together! 
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You two absolutely smashed it and I loved being a part of your day! Here’s a few sneak peeks to keep that wedding bubble going! Enjoy your honeymoon and I’ll get working on your gallery soon! 📸
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Supplier love - 
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Venue - @colshaw_hall_cheshire 
Photography - @philipjamesphotography
Wedding gown - @wed2b 
Hair - @klsbridal 
Makeup - @sb.bridalmakeup 
Venue decor - @floraldecoratcolshawhall 
Suits - @slatermenswear 
Videographer - @danieljohnsonweddings 
Toastmaster - @thetalltoastmaster 
Bridesmaids - @azaziebridal 
Florist - @country_flowers_florist 
Rings - @austenandblake 
Cake - @cheshireweddingcakes 
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How I capture photos with the squad! 👰‍♀️ How I capture photos with the squad! 👰‍♀️

Venue - @davenporthouse 
Photographer - @philipjamesphotography 
Bridal boutique - @dollybluebridalshrewsbury 
Mua - @bridalbyartists & @lian.young.mua 
Hair - @darceymariahair 
Florist - @aprilandbloomfloral 
Venue decor - @feather.and.fox 
Shoes - @jimmychoo 
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