July 31, 2010

Charlotte & Dave’s Wedding

The 24th of July provided a perfect, sunny day for Charlie and Dave’s wedding day. Gemma (the second Photographer) & Myself arrived bright and early at Charlie’s house to capture some shots of her and the bridesmaids getting ready and relaxing before the ceremony. Charlie was so relaxed and positively glowing when she bounded down the stairs to greet us!
After we had all of the shots we needed we headed off on the short drive the church of Corpus Christi in Boscombe to meet Dave and his ushers. They managed to arrive in style in a V.W split screen van, complete with Dave hanging out of the sunroof! We could already tell his was going to a very fun wedding to shoot!
A very moving ceremony followed and the Bride, Groom & myself headed down to Boscombe beach to get some shots with just the two of them.
Back at the reception venue at Iford Golf Club, Gemma was busy snapping away getting some candid shots of the guests as they mingled on the beautiful golf course.
We soon got to the point of the day the best man dreads – speeches! Short and sweet was the key to these speech’s and everyone in the room was either laughing or crying! The biggest surprise of the day occurred when the first dance was announced and Charlie’s Dad took to the mic and sang a beautiful version of a Phil Collins classic.
What an amazing day! Big congratulations to such a lovely couple and best wishes for the future!

Aimee & Gemma

Below are a few preview images. we expect the full gallery to be available for viewing on Monday 2nd of August.

We always welcome comments from the couples family & Friends so please feel free to leave any comments below.

July 2, 2010

Jo & Thiago’s Wedding

It was a hot and sunny Friday in June for Jo And Thiago — Just as well as Thiago is Brazilian and only sunshine will do!

I knew this couple were very much in love. I just didn’t know how in love they were until They saw each other for the first time today! The emotion in both of their eyes was overwhelming and I have to admit even I shed a tear at this one! After the emotional side of the day was finished we had a short walk down the street to continue the day at the amazing Hotel Du Vin In Poole quay! With such an amazing backdrop and a gorgeous couple my job was a breeze!

Congratulations and parabens to both of you and best wishes for the future!

Aimee

We always welcome comments from friends and family of the couple, so please feel free to leave your comments below.

Jacqui & Garfield’s Wedding

Bank holiday it was off to Sandbanks for Jacqui and Garfield’s wedding and the Harbor Heights Hotel. The girls had a busy morning at the hotel enjoying things like hair and make up, shoes and dresses. After a few shots of the Beautiful bride and her gorgeous maids getting ready I headed over to Winton to the Methodist church. A beautiful church with some amazing stained glass was the perfect backdrop for this special day.

After the ceremony we headed back to the Harbor Heights for plenty of food and merriment. It was moving to hear so many kind words and well wishes for the happy couple spoken by almost all of the wedding guests during the speeches. Before the evening party got into full swing we took a few moments out of a hectic, fun day and did some shots of Jacqui and Garfield in their bridal suite.

Sincerest congratulations to the happy couple and we have to thank them for bringing back the amazing weather we’ve been experiencing lately from their honeymoon in Jamaica!

Aimee

We always welcome comments from the couples’ friends and family so please feel free to add you thoughts.

Natalie & Nate’s Wedding

The 15th of May provided a beautiful spring day perfect for Natalie and Nate’s wedding. After a short and emotional ceremony at Bournemouth Town Hall & With Natalie and Nate officially Mr & Mrs Hylton, all their guests were on their way to the Gardens at the Russel Cotes Museum for some sunshine and photo’s. The wedding guests then made their way to the Marriott for the reception whilst Natalie, Nate and myself headed down to Bournemouth sea front to capture some fun images of the couple. Thanks to Natalie’s previous negotiating skills with the carousel owner we were allowed a few minutes to capture some shots on horse back!

I just had time to capture some candid shots of the guests before they sat down for the wedding breakfast and Natalie and Nate left the next day for another celebration in Natalie’s home land of Ukraine.

Congratulations to a lovely couple!

Aimee

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Alice & Andy’s Pre Wedding Shoot

I met up with Alice and Andy for their pre-wedding shoot at their home in Cranbourne. It was a temperamental day weather wise (we got a little bit wet!) but they were complete stars and we had a good laugh whilst taking some beautiful shots at some amazing places around the village. The colours of the fields made for a special backdrop to some of Alice and Andy’s favourite shots.

With the Wedding day creeping up in August I can’t wait to capture more special moments with a special couple.

Aimee

We always welcome comments from the couples’ friends and family so please feel free to add you thoughts.

LocalFoto Interview

Back in May I was approached by a stock image website called LocalFoto to be interviewed about what it’s like to be a Wedding Photographer. To say I was surprised would be an understatement but if you want to see what I had to say for myself follow the link below!

http://www.localfoto.co.uk/blog/interview-with-a-wedding-photographer

Aimee

We always welcome comments from the couples’ friends and family so please feel free to add you thoughts.

May 11, 2010

Professional Squash Shoot

Back in April I was approached by one of Britain’s top female squash players, Victoria Simmonds to shoot a promotional portfolio for her sponsors. When we began the shoot at The West Hants’ Club, Vicky and her coach asked how brave I was, I quickly found myself lying on the floor at the back of the court, being pelted by the occasional stray ball! The shoot was two hours of brilliant fun and we got some real action shots from the court. Check back soon for some more of Vicky’s off court, studio shoot.

Aimee

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March 28, 2010

All About Aimee

If you are looking for your Wedding Photographer or someone to capture your family in a beautiful, modern way, you may want to know a bit more about me!

Aimee Hurst: Owner/Photographer/Expert tea drinker

Right now, I can be found in my Bournemouth studio devoting my energy and passion into Wedding and Portrait Photography. My artistic and photo-journalistic style can be seen in several publications, including ‘DV8 Magazine’ and ‘Dream Weddings Magazine’. I have a distinctive eye for capturing the moment, and when combined with my innovative design skills, the result is a beautiful one-of-a-kind photo storybook that you will treasure forever.
Trained by top Photographer’s in the Wedding Photography field, I have covered an exciting and diverse range of Photography assignments in Bournemouth, Dorset and further a field. In 2008 I received my Diploma in Professional Photography, however I believe it’s the experience gained on the job that best qualifies me to shoot your wedding day.

So why not pop in for a chat and of course a cup of tea and see what we can do for you.

Aimee

Gemma Aiuto: Photographer/Expert chai latte drinker

I was one of those annoying children that always had a camera shoved in someone’s face. Since then my style (you wont even notice me now) and techniques have changed dramatically.
However my love of capturing the moment still has a tight grip. To me photography is about seeing that person smile, the twinkle in their eyes, and tears of joy rolling down their face. Capturing those critical moments that you want to remember and share forever.

I am just coming towards the end of a two-year Photography a level course and hope to take my photography to the next level.

Gemma

March 24, 2010

Cheryl & Paul

It was an unseasonably sunny day for Paul and Cheryl’s wedding up at Burley Manor this month and we even had a visit from the deer! Burley manor is a beautiful venue and I must say a huge thank you to the staff, who are very accommodating.
The day started off with the bride looking radiant as Cheryl and her witness, Dianne enjoyed a bottle of champagne before the ceremony. Downstairs everyone was in high spirits, awaiting the Bride’s entrance.
Paul was as cool as a cucumber as we took some shots of him and his best man in the stunning grounds of Burley Manor.
Finally the ceremony started and the bride entered to the Star Wars theme, much to the amusement of all of the guests! After a rather unusual yet amusing reading and a very emotional song performed by Paul’s goddaughters, we headed outside to take some group shots and were greeted by the Deer, who it appeared wanted to get in on the action!
The rest of the day was equally as special and the festivities continue well on into the evening with Musicology, a superb band keeping everyone on the dance floor! Even Cheryl’s Dad showed us what he had!
Congratulations to Paul and Cheryl – it was a long time coming but I’m sure you’ll agree it was well worth the wait!

March 23, 2010

Pat & Emma’s Wedding

When our good friends asked me to photograph their wedding in Thailand it didn’t take a lot of thinking about!

There’s always more emotion when you go to a wedding of someone you know well, and i’ve witnessed the day they got together, the day they moved in next door to us, the day their beautiful baby boy was born and now to witness them tying the knot was something very special.

The wedding took place in a stunning villa on the beach of Koh Samui. As Pat is Australian it was only right that the festivities began with free flowing champagne for the ladies and mojito’s for the manly. The ceremony began as the sun set and Emma walked down the sandy aisle with her Father to meet Pat. After a unique ceremony which included a traditional Thai sand ritual the new Mr & Mrs Doherty enjoyed a stunning Thai banquet and lots of dancing in to the early hours of the morning!

Big congratulations to Pat, Emma and baby Connor – the Doherty’s!