WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
I love capturing the little moments that often go unnoticed – the cheeky grins, the teary-eyed hugs, and the wild shapes on the dance floor. It’s about freezing the love and joy of a couple’s day into photos they’ll treasure forever. Plus, I get to meet the loveliest people and be surrounded by happy vibes – it’s impossible not to love it!
WHAT IS THE MOST MEMORABLE WEDDING YOU HAVE EVER WORKED ON, & WHAT MADE IT SO SPECIAL?
There was this one wedding where the couple swapped confetti for bubbles and during their first dance – it was magical! Everyone got involved, and the dancefloor looked like something out of a fairy tale. It stood out because it felt so them – quirky, fun, and all about celebrating their way.
It was also at this wedding that the father of the groom was in charge of the bubbles for the walk-through after the ceremony, as confetti wasn’t allowed. He was so keen that as the bride and groom walked out (it was an outdoor ceremony), he started blowing bubbles (it was a machine) a bit early and had to be quickly told, “Not yet!” It had us all laughing and made it a first for me – and one I’ll never forget!
IF YOU COULD BE A PART OF A CELEBRITY WEDDING, WHO WOULD IT BE & WHY?
Ooh, probably Adele. Can you imagine the emotion, the laughs, and, let’s be honest, the soundtrack?
Her vibe is so down-to-earth but glam at the same time, and I’d love to capture those heartfelt moments between her and her family.
WHAT UNUSUAL OR UNIQUE REQUESTS HAVE YOU RECEIVED FROM COUPLES, AND HOW DID YOU MAKE THEM HAPPEN?
One couple asked me to capture their dog walking down the aisle with the rings. It was absolute chaos in the best way, but I loved every second of it! I spent some time before the ceremony getting the pup comfortable with me, and the photos turned out chef’s kiss perfect – messy, fun, and full of personality!
I also had the honour of doing a gender reveal in front of all the guests at another wedding. The only people who knew were me and the mother-in-law, and I loved being in on the secret.
Trust me – your secrets are always safe with me, and it’s such a privilege to be part of those unforgettable surprises!
WHICH WEDDING TREND ARE YOU ABSOLUTELY LOVING RIGHT NOW, & WHY DO YOU THINK IT IS SO POPULAR?
Right now, I’m loving seeing couples use neon signs in their decor. It’s a fab way to add a personal, modern touch to the venue and looks amazing in photos, especially for evening shots. Plus, it’s something they can keep and use at home – talk about a keepsake!
I also love a good girl squad vibe – those group shots with your besties are always full of energy and laughs. Smoke bombs seem to be a big hit with my couples too – they add such a fun and dramatic touch to the photos, and let’s be honest, they look awesome!
QUICK FIRE ROUND WITH RACHAEL
- TEA
- COFFEE
- EVENING IN
- PUB
- OUT OUT
- HARRY POTTER
- LORD OF THE RINGS
- STAR WARS
- STAR TREK
FAVOURITE BISCUIT?
I’m a sucker for anything I can dunk in my tea. A custard cream? Perfect. A choccy digestive? Even better. Dunk, sip, repeat – it’s the dream!
TOP TIP
Have a go-to person who isn’t in the wedding party to handle little things like gathering guests for photos or checking timings. It takes the stress off you and means I can crack on with getting those epic shots without interruptions.
Bonus: give them a whistle or clipboard—they’ll love it!
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