'all occasions' Photography Blog

Teenage Urban Portrait Shoot!

Steven & Karen — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:51:00 GMT

We don't often post much here related to our on-location shoot's but I thought I would share with you a few frames from our recent Urban Portrait shoot in Hedge End, Southampton. We have currently got dates available this autumn for one2one or group photography sessions. Why not get in-touch to find out more about our on-location shoots.

Let me introduce you to Rebecca (16). Our secret Hedge End location provided the perfect backdrop for these gritty underground style photographs. A mixture of coloured lighting and bright clothes really made these images pop. Rebecca did her own makeup and hair for this shoot.

Upgraded Online Client Area Launched!

Steven & Karen — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:07:17 GMT

We are pleased to announce the launch of our brand new, squeaky clean, fresh new look exclusive client area. The great benefit of being an 'all occasions' customer is that we really look after our customers in this digital age. We know everyone has busy lives so to help with everything related to their wedding photography we have the online tools available 24 hours to help our customers both pre and post wedding. We are of course always available person to person but feedback shows over the last couple of years our previous customers absolutely love it. Here are some of the real time saving features:

1. Manage your personal details including all of your booking details.

2. Print off your paperwork at a touch of a button.

3. Complete your wedding day itinerary and shot list.

4. View your pictures within your very own personal photo gallery.

5. Perform your picture rating to assist in your album design process.

6. Comment and approve your album spread designs.

7. Select your music and pick the pictures for your slideshow.

8. Make contact with us at anytime using our messenger feature.

9. Receive free text messages to keep you updated on important stages of your booking.

10. Keep track of your album/service progress.

These are just some of the features every one of our customers enjoy. Here are some screen shots of our new client area.

Above: Home page of our client area

Above: Keep your personal details updated.

Above: Prepare your itinerary for your day to assist your photography timings.

Above: Build your list of group/specific photographs from our suggestions or add your own.

Above: Our unique photo gallery is ideal for previewing your photos.

Above: Picture rating is breeze to do when flicking through photos. No paper forms to complete.

Above: Our brilliant album spread approval screen is a real time saver from the comfort of your armchair.

Feedback from Aspen & Chris...

Steven & Karen — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:32:52 GMT

A few weeks back we photographed the brilliant wedding of Aspen & Chris. Prior to their wedding they opted for one of our new landscape Occasions Three albums. Well it's just been collected and they are 'over the moon' with the results.

They have kindly allowed us to show you a few images from their wedding album but before you do here are some kind words we have just received from them.

"Steven and Karen, we just wanted to say the hugest thank you for all your hard work and professionalism when providing us with our perfect wedding photography package. There is so much to think about organising a wedding but after booking your services we were rest assured that you knew what we wanted and didnt have to worry about the photography aspect at all. On the day you made us feel so comfortable and at ease and the superb photos really reflect this. Your organisation and experience really helped the day run smoothly and the resulting photographs and more than we could have hoped for.

Thank you for capturing the wonderful memories of our day so brilliantly. We will be sure to recommend your services to others.

All the very best,

Chris and Aspen"

We have just received a new sample Occasions Three album from a recent wedding we photographed at Chilworth Manor. This will be available to view at our upcoming wedding shows starting in September.

Feedback from Helen & Matt...

Steven & Karen — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 10:18:05 GMT

We have just received the following lovely kind words in our inbox from Helen & Matt who we photographed (in July, see post below) at Chilworth Manor.

"Without a doubt one of the best decisions we made regarding our wedding was picking you to photograph it. It was important to us we had a good rapport with our photographers & you made the whole experience an absolute pleasure. And when we saw the finished result we were blown away!

You worked so hard on the day & were friendly, enthusiastic & professional throughout. Many of our guests commented on what an amazing job you did & the engaged couples were all asking for you details. The photographs themselves are beautiful & have completely captured the feel of the day - the only hard bit has been choosing which photos won't go in the album!

Thanks once again for everything, we will be recommending you whenever & wherever possible."
Best wishes, Helen & Matt

The Wedding of Dawn & Steve

Steven & Karen — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 15:50:00 GMT

At the beginning of August we photographed the wedding of Dawn and Steve who married at the amazing Four Seasons Hotel which is situated in Hook, Hampshire. In all the many years of shooting weddings we have to put this hotel up there with the best wedding locations which we have attended. Everything about this hotel oozes quality and it was a privilege to work there. Just wish the weather was a little better so we could explore additional locations but I hope to have the opportunity again soon. Okay enough of the chit chat. Here are some previews from their big day.

The Wedding of Helen & Matt

Steven & Karen — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 15:37:00 GMT

A few weeks ago we photographed the wedding of Helen and Matt who married at St James Church in Hedge End and then held their wedding reception at the ever brilliant Chilworth Manor. Now that Helen & Matt have seen their wedding photographs here are a few from their day...

Wedding Shows Updated...

Steven & Karen — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 10:20:28 GMT

We have just updated our wedding exhibitions list to include 3 local wedding shows we will be attending during September and October. If you are still planning your big day for 2011 or 2012 why not pop in and have a chat. Click Here for further details

The Wedding of Aspen & Chris

Steven & Karen — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 18:00:00 GMT

On the 19th of June we photographed the wedding of Aspen & Chris who married at St Mary's Church in Warash and then held their wedding reception at the Warsash Maritime Academy. Aspen & Chris have opted for one of our 'Occasions Three' wedding storybook albums together with one of our personalised DVD's which will be jam packed with all their wedding images.

Their photo's are now available for friends and family to see but we have also included a few random previews below. Hope you like them.

The Wedding of Fiona & Andy

Steven & Karen — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:45:57 GMT

On June 12th we attended the wedding of Fiona & Andy who married at St James in Shirley Southampton and then held their wedding reception at the popular Chilworth Manor. We have now got over the sunburn and completed their initial picture selection. Fiona and Andy have opted for one of our fantastic 'Occasions Four' storybook albums together with a DVD Slideshow and full DVD Image set. Oh boy have they got plenty of choice for all products...

Here are a few from the day....

The Wedding of Anna & Keith

Steven & Karen — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:21:16 GMT

On June 5th we had a fantastic day with Anna & Keith who held their wedding at a very unique location called Minley Manor. The manor is a grade 2 listed country manor house situated on an MOD site very close to junction 4A of the M3. Surprising to find out but the manor was used as a location in the 2007 film Stardust. It's a superb location with so much variety...

I thought I would pick out some pictures from Anna & Keith's wedding which demonstrate a little about how myself(Steven) and Karen work together to capture some of our photographs. Our photography style has always been about capturing as much variety as possible in often typical UK wedding time constraints. As you will see in some of the latter shots one location can be used in a variety of ways...

The Wedding of Anna & Richard

Steven & Karen — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 19:31:00 GMT

A few weeks back we photographed the wedding of Anna & Richard who married at the amazing Romsey Abbey. Although the rain had a role to play on the day it was only short lived. Romsey Abbey is a fantastic location for a whole variety reasons including opportunity for vast interior shots to lovely green gardens.

We have selected a few shots from the day which are below. Enjoy!

Quote: "Me and Richard thought the both of you were fantastic, even though we didnt have the best weather you guys got on with it, got the photos we wanted and more. We thought you both were easy to get on with and well organised and equipped. We will be recommending you to anyone and everyone. Once again thankyou..."
Anna & Richard x

The Wedding of Sarah & Mike

Steven & Karen — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 09:31:00 GMT

On Saturday we enjoyed the fine wedding of Sarah & Mike who married at Newtown House which is situated on Hayling Island near Portsmouth. We enjoyed one of the best weather days so far this 2010.

For their main album Sarah & Mike have opted for one of our classic Occasions Three storybook wedding albums. They have now just returned from their honeymoon so all friends and family can now login and view their photographs.

Here are a few shots from the day...

Urban Shoot 2010

Steven & Karen — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 20:20:00 GMT

Okay it's not quite a wedding theme but here are a selection of photographs we took at a recent Urban Portrait session in Bristol. Hope you like them!

If you are a photographer or keen shooter and have your own Canon equipment why not join me on a power session in Southampton this summer. If you are interested in joining me on the next shoot why not drop us a line.

New Slideshow Selection tool for customers

Steven & Karen — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:42:48 GMT

Let's face it. Nobody enjoys paperwork and 'all occasions' for many years have focused on providing the right tools to manage all aspects of your wedding photography without the need to handle silly forms or run ragged in convoluted processes. In a busy time both before and after your wedding it's important that you get things done quick and efficiently. This is why our unique online management system is just one example of the many value added services we offer as standard to all our customers.

For 'DVD Slideshow' customers we are very pleased to announce that we have just rolled out our new slideshow picture selection tool to ease the pain of choosing your pictures which will make it into your presentation. Simply scan your pictures, click the tick box and when your done press the complete button. It's that easy! You can even click the little thumbnail to preview a larger version. If you are also a wedding album customer you can review all your picture rating's for quick reference!

Here's a preview of the new screen which will become active in your account area at the right time.

Feedback from Karen & Michael

Steven & Karen — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 21:46:20 GMT

In March we photographed the wedding of Karen & Michael at Rhinefield House. They have just seen their wedding photographs and were kind enough to send us this message...

WOW WOW WOW! What can we say? You both have totally exceeded our expectations in capturing our wedding day! From your relaxed, fun, imaginative and reassuringly professional approach on the day to the sheer excellence in your shot composition and speedy delivery of the final package. We are absolutely over the moon with the results and thank God that Helen recommended you!