Pre-Wedding Photography Shoot for Andrea & Tony at SouthSea Rose Garden by Wedding Photographer Sam Carter

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In true British Summer time tradition, the weather has been very changeable. It can be sunny in the morning and pouring with rain in the afternoon. Last Sunday I woke up to find it tipping down outside and my heart sank. I was due to photograph a pre-wedding shoot for a great couple, Andrea and Tony, that afternoon at the Southsea Rose Garden, but if this rain kept up we would have to re-think the shoot. Fortunately a few hours later the Sun burnt away the clouds and chased away the rain.

Southsea Rose Garden is a real hidden gem. tucked away along the sea front in Southsea near Portsmouth, it is housed in the remains of Lumps Fort which dates back to the 1860's. It is a sanctuary of peace and tranquility just metres from the popular Southsea sea front.

Andrea and Tony were a dream to photograph. They are very comfortable with each other in front of the camera and happy to play with the camera and have some fun. We took several shots around the rose garden and also in the Japanese garden next door. Here are a few of the images from the shoot.

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Pre-Wedding Photo Shoot in Dorking for Natalie & David by Hampshire & Surrey Wedding Photographer, Sam Carter

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Last Saturday I carried out a pre-wedding shoot for Natalie and David whose wedding I am photographing in September.

They chose to have the shoot at David's parents house and garden in Dorking, giving a wonderful, natural backdrop and relaxed feel to the images.

Here are a few of the images from the day.

Pre-wedding or engagement shoots are a great way to get used to having your photograph taken before your wedding day. You get to see how your photographer works and your photographer gets to know what you do and don't like so they can get the very best shots for you on your wedding day - almost like a photographic rehearsal.

We offer our clients the option of having one of their pre-wedding shoot images turned into a wonderful dedication board for their guests to sign at the wedding. It makes a great keepsake from your wedding day and a wonderful piece of wall art to hang in your home.

If you would like information on our photography services then visit our website at www.samcarterphotography.com or contact us for more details on 07943 953009.

Portrait & Wedding Photographer - A Dream Job

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In a previous life my job involved sitting behind a desk, inside all year round, with all of the stress and grief which goes with such an environment, people I met used to ask me what I did for a living. I would tell them and then get all of the ' wow, that sounds so interesting' or 'you must really love your job' type comments. I would nod and agree not wishing to unload my lack of satisfaction and misery onto others but the truth was, I didn't like my job, even though I worked for an organisation which a lot of people would really like to work for. I was well paid and had security but something was missing. Flash forward to the present and now when people say 'wow that sounds interesting' or 'you must really love your job' I can say with all sincerity that I absolutely do love my job!

Being a photographer isn't easy or a walk in the park - its hard work, very hard work, but it is also a lot of fun. There is something very special about being asked to capture special moments in peoples lives. In essence you are being asked to help enhance peoples memories of events and occasions, to freeze time on a point in their lives, and that is a real honour.

When I carry out someones portrait photography my aim is to capture their spirit, personality, passion and soul in a wonderful image which they will be proud to show off to everyone they know. Its not just about getting someone to pose in a certain way, its about finding out about the person, what they like and don't like, what makes them tick, and then transferring that into their images so they get a portrait which is truly them.

Photographing a wedding is more than just capturing specific events during the day. When I photograph a wedding I am looking to also capture the emotion and atmosphere of the day, and the spirit and love between the bride and groom, the look of pride on the bride's Mum and Dad's faces when they see their little girl in her wedding dress, the look of anticipation on the groom's face while he is waiting for his bride to arrive, the first kiss, the first dance, the happiness, the emotion, the love....

I love taking the bride and groom off for a little while to get some images of just the two of them. This is usually the only time during the wedding day that they get to be alone, away from their guests and is a perfect opportunity to photograph the two of them together as the love and feeling for each other really shines through, capturing the little loving glances, the unsaid words, the secret smiles and the unique beauty and soul of their relationship. It is about capturing the love they have for each other and their bond and their happiness.

Being a photographer is hard work. But you get to meet some amazing people, see some wonderful occasions, be a part of the most important day of peoples lives, and that is a privilege.

If you would like more information about our portrait of wedding photography, please visit our website at www.samcarterphotography.com/

Wanted: Deserving Couple for Free Wedding Photography in Hampshire. Surrey or West Sussex - by Sam Carter Photography

Hampshire, Surrey & Sussex Wedding & Portrait Photographer, Sam Carter Photography. Specialising in wedding photography, portrait photography, special occasion & event photography. Wedding photographer, wedding photography in Hampshire, Surrey & Sussex.

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Are you getting married this year or do you know a couple who are planning on tying the knot? We are looking for a deserving couple to receive an amazing offer of FREE wedding photography!



Maybe you know a couple who have been through some tough times recently, or who give a lot of their time to help a good cause. Maybe you are part of a couple planning on getting married and feel that you deserve a break. Whether its yourself, friends or family, if you know a couple who you feel deserve this extra special treat then let us know.


The couple who we feel are most deserving will receive wedding photography from bridal prep right through to the first dance absolutely free.


All you need to do is email us at enquiries@samcarterphotography.com with details of the couple you nominate and why you feel they deserve this offer. Include details of when and where they are getting married. We must receive you email by 15th March 2010 and the successful couple will be notified by 31st March. They must be getting married this year and in Hampshire, Surrey or West Sussex.

Make someones special day even more special and nominate them now.