Natalie & Mark's Engagement Shoot, Stanton Park at Stanton Fitzwarren nr Swindon

Last week I posted a feature on Spittlebrough Wedding Fayre and announced the winners of the engagement shoot competition - Natalie and Mark.  We arranged their shoot at Stanton Park close to the Stanton House Hotel (handy for lunch afterwards!) in Stanton Fitzwarren just north of Swindon on what turned out to be one of the hottest days of the year this summer.  Fortunately there was plenty of shade where we could cool off and we got some great shots of the two of them.  I'm hugely excited to announce that following their shoot they have booked me for their wedding next year - I can't wait!

New look to Judi Checketts Photography website

The eagle eyed amongst you will have noticed a new look to our branding here at Judi Checketts Photography.  I felt it was time for an update - but rest assured its still the same high quality imagery and service you know from me.  I love the new look and hope you do to - its been the culmination of many months hard work to bring it all together.  The logo was designed by my nephew Nick Gledhill and the website design has all been done by yours truly!

I feel it really reflects who I am as a photographer and the services I can provide for clients.  If you haven't had a look yet, the please visit http://www.judicheckettsphotography.com and take a look around the site.  Feel free to let me know what you think and I'm available to book via email or telephone so do get in touch.


Judi x

Judi is a fine art lifestyle and wedding photographer based near Oxford and working mainly in Oxfordshire,  Wiltshire, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds but will consider comissions throughout the UK.  Working on location using natural light Judi focuses on capturing beautiful relaxed images of you and your family. Using an artistic eye Judi will not just capture your memories but create a work of art which can be presented in luxury fine art albums or as framed art or canvases to hang in your homes. 

Judi also provides services for commercial businesses including headshots, nursery and pre-school portraits as well as special events such as birthdays and christenings etc.

Maternity shoot in Swindon, Wiltshire

Earlier this year I decided to expand my portfolio of work to include maternity and newborn shoots, or "Bump & Baby" as they are often referred to.  A call went out to find some willing models who would be happy to let me shoot them through maternity, newborn and 6 months.  My old school chum Diane who just happens to now live a few miles from me put me in touch with Sheena who was expecting her first baby last April.  Here is the first of her three shoots - the maternity session.  I especially love the ones where Sheena is wearing her saree.

Sheena gave birth to baby Aman in April last year and I'll have the shots from his newborn shoot coming up on the blog soon. They really are gorgeous so be sure to check back to see them!

If you are expecting a baby and are looking for a photographer to capture this special time please contact me or visit my website www.judicheckettsphotography.com for further information.  Parents can book individual sessions for their baby or  I have packages that cover maternity through to baby's first birthday.

Judi x

Judi is a fine art lifestyle and wedding photographer based in Oxfordshire working mainly in Oxfordshire,  Wiltshire, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds but will consider comissions throughout the UK.  Working on location using natural light Judi focuses on capturing beautiful relaxed images of you and your family. Using an artistic eye Judi will not just capture your memories but create a work of art which can be presented in luxury fine art albums or as framed art or canvases to hang in your homes. 

Judi also provides services for commercial businesses including headshots, nursery and pre-school portraits as well as special events such as birthdays and christenings etc.

Matt & Ang's Vegas-themed wedding reception at the Lambert Arms, Oxfordshire

Ang & Matt got married earlier this year in Las Vegas - by Darth Vader!  It was a fun Star Wars themed wedding and they followed it up with an equally fun Vegas-styled wedding reception in the UK on their return.  The Lambert Arms was their chosen venue and the room was decorated to give it the full Vegas feel and completed with a fantastic cake made by Matt's sister.  I especially loved the novel guest book idea - an illuminated tree with each guest writing their own personal message for the Bride & Groom.

 If you are getting married and are looking for a wedding photographer please contact me or visit my website www.judicheckettsphotography.com for further information.

Judi x

Judi is a fine art lifestyle and wedding photographer based in Oxfordshire working mainly in Oxfordshire,  Wiltshire, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds but will consider comissions throughout the UK.  Working on location using natural light Judi focuses on capturing beautiful relaxed images of you and your family. Using an artistic eye Judi will not just capture your memories but create a work of art which can be presented in luxury fine art albums or as framed art or canvases to hang in your homes. 

Judi also provides services for commercial businesses including headshots, nursery and pre-school portraits as well as special events such as birthdays and christenings etc.

Spittleborough Farmhouse Wedding Fayre, Swindon, Wiltshire

Organised by Natalie Lovett at Love to Plan, this was a lovely wedding fayre to be a part of.  A constant stream of future brides came into the marquee and I was able to chat with many couples about their wedding photography and plans for their big day.  Durin the day I ran a little competition for a Bride & Groom to win an engagement shoot with me - the winners were Natalie & Mark and you can read more about their shoot  on the blog very soon!

There was also time between chats to get to know a few of the other suppliers exhibiting that day.  Here are a few images from the event and details of the suppliers are listed where available.  (NB: Not every supplier on the day was captured).  If you are planning on getting married at Spittleborough Farmhouse or any other location near Swindon then please do give me a call to discuss your photography requirements and I'd be happy to provide a quote to you.

My stall for brides to see albums, Wall art products as well as digital slideshow of recent weddings

Sugar delights from Sweet 'n' Tempting

A range of bridal wear, designer rings and accessories

Cakes, pops & treats from Bake A Smile

Fizzy Wizzy Sweet Cart filled with traditional sweets

Robins Flowers: pretty floral displays

Wedding cakes from Aunty Joy's Cakes

Liam from Ecstatic Entertainment, the lovely ladies from Serisa with their handbags and wedding accessories and White Gems unique & decorative items for hire

You can catch me later this month at St Mary's Wedding Fair & Expo, Witney on Sunday September 22nd and Sudbury House Hotel, Faringdon  on Sunday September 29th 2013. Do pop along and say hello - I'd love to see you!

Judi x

Supplier details:

Wedding Planner and organiser of the wedding fayre:  Natalie Lovett of Love to Plan (www.lovetoplan.co.uk)
Wedding Photography : Judi Checketts Photography (www.judicheckettsphotography.com)
Florist:  Robbins Flowers (www.robbinsflowers.co.uk)
Cakes, pops & treats from Bake A Smile (www.bakeasmile.co.uk)
Weddings Cakes: Aunty Joys Cakes (auntyjoyscakes.co.uk)
Sweet Buffets:  Sweet "n" Tempting (enquiries@sweetntempting.co.uk)
Sweet Cart: Fizzy Wizzy Sweet Cart (www.fizzywizzysweetcart.com)
Jewelry, Handbags and Accessories:  Serisa (www.serisa.co.uk)
Unique & Decorative Items for Hire: White Gems (www.whitegems-hire.co.uk)
Entertainment:  Liam at Ecstatic Entertainment (01793 671293 or slim@dj.nu.fm)
Wedding Videography: James Fisher at 88 Films (james@88-films.co.uk)