Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas to all David Burke Photography clients past, present and future. I'm looking forward to 2011 with some awesome weddings coming up!!

For all blog readers or prospective clients, here's a little thought to emphasise the power of good photography (and why it's worth paying for!)...

Recently I was out enjoying a drink with loved ones and friends in a fine old hotel in Tunbridge Wells. I must admit I was feeling the Christmas spirit in more ways than one (only slightly!) and noticed a fantastic picture of Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise. The look of camerarderie and joy on their faces, along with the Christmas mood (and I suppose memories from childhood) really got to me. It was just one picture that evoked those memories, so it shows you how powerful good photography can be, both at the time and for many years to come when cakes, cars and flowers are just distant memories.

Once again, happy Christmas and looking forward to a fantastic New Year!

Portfolio shoot with Naomi

If you're thinking of starting a modelling portfolio like Naomi, prices start from just £100 for a shoot with 8 fully retouched pictures on DVD. Locations and makeup artists can add the finishing touches to your shoot - contact me for further information david@davidburkephotography.co.uk or 07973 672912

Jennie & Andy's pre-wedding shoot

Last saturday I met up with Jennie and Andy in London for their pre-wedding shoot prior to their wedding early next year. As it was close to where they live, we explored the area around Shad Thames and Tower Bridge, which contains lots of examples of one of my favourite architectural features - railings!!! (not so many brick walls though, another favourite) Railings are one of my most used perspective devices - they draw your eye through the photo to the couple, providing a 3D quality to a 2D image. Here are some of my favourites from the day...

Remember, you don't actually have to be getting married to have a shoot like this - a portrait shoot with the two of you is a great way to get some lovely images of you both, and they make great presents when framed up! Contact me at info@davidburkephotography.co.uk for more information!

All photographs copyright David Burke Photography 2010

Portfolio shoot with Laura

Here are some images from a recent portfolio shoot with the lovely Laura, who braved the cold to get some great outdoor shots on a wetTunbridge Wells evening!

Sam & Dal's wedding - part 4

Here are a few favourites from the last part of Sam and Dal's day - their entrance to their wedding breakfast, speeches, the Bhangra dance troupe, the first dance, and the Bhangra dancing that everyone joined in on!!

The little girl below had to be persuaded that she could wear her witches outfit to the evening reception, but that it wasn't perhaps acceptable during the actual wedding!!

All photographs copyright David Burke Photography 2010