Black Tie Romance at Mount Juliet – Anita and David
I love the glitz of a black tie wedding and I just adore the walled gardens of Mount Juliet in Kilkenny, so I just knew Anita and David’s big day was going to be a little bit magical. And magical it was – magical and romantic, glamorous and yet wonderfully... read more
A Romantic Countryside Wedding at Borris House – Ciara and Todd
Ciara and Todd were married at Borris House, Carlow; a Tudor-style country house which provided an exquisite backdrop for their day. I loved how Ciara’s stunningly simple Provonias gown stood out against the the lavish red rugs and rich mahogany of the bedrooms, the... read more
Modern Romance at Castlemartyr Resort – Jennifer and Donncha
I love shooting weddings at the Castlemartyr Resort in Cork. I just adore the air of unpretentious, effortless elegance, the history, the gardens and the surrounding landscape. There’s also the small fact that it’s where Ted and I celebrated our wedding – but... read more
What’s Next? What To Expect From My Post-Wedding Service
I spend a lot of time here on the blog discussing what to anticipate on your wedding day – I guess that’s understandable as couples tend to be in ‘tunnel vision mode’ with their eyes on the prize i.e. the big day itself! But as any photographer will tell you,... read more
How to Choose the Location for your Couples Portraits
Lots of the brides I meet – and grooms too, actually – have planning down to a fine art. I’m consistently impressed by the foresight and the attention to detail they exhibit, balancing the pressure planning of their big day seemingly effortlessly alongside... read more
Why I Love Taking Family Photographs
When it comes to family photographs, my manifesto isn’t too dissimilar to my wedding business: I want to take photographs that are timeless, natural and beautiful. Often families contact me because they’re celebrating an important milestone – a birth, a ‘big’... read more
How to Prepare for your Engagement Session
So you’ve taken the plunge and decided to book an engagement session – hurray! You won’t regret it, I promise 😉 But as you’re required to confirm the details – when, where, what ‘look’ to go for, even what to wear or how to do your hair or makeup –... read more
Why I Don’t Want You To Think About Your Wedding Photography Before The Day
“I dread having my photograph taken.” “I’m not a natural in front of the camera.” “I don’t know how to pose.” In the run-up to your wedding you’ll have lots of things on your mind, and having your pictures taken is probably at the forefront – especially if any... read more
The Importance of a Wedding Album.
I’m always honoured – and flattered, truth be told – when a couple approach me to ask me to be their wedding photographer. It’s not a decision people make lightly – I don’t think I’m overstating the importance of a wedding photographer when I say... read more
Going Unplugged – is a social media ban on guests the way to go?
Like most wedding photographers, I lose many minutes – *cough* hours *cough* – each day ogling pretty square after pretty square on Instagram, soaking up inspiration and curating a feed that’s full of #wedspo for brides and grooms who want elegant,... read more 
