SOOOOO SUPER Excited to share.....

On Friday June 15th in the middle of the gorgeous Kent countryside, Tori & James tied the knot! Such a gorgeous day, so many special moments and attention to detail and beautiful colour scheme that I am thrilled to share a sneak peek from their day!!

A stunning colour scheme included soft minty/pastel green of the bridesmaids dresses with hints of white and pink in the bouquets and looked striking amongst the amazing outdoor space created for this special day.

A super relaxed afternoon ceremony in front of the most spectacular tree I think I've seen! Both Tori & James are fitness guru's and LOVE the outdoors so it made sense to tie th knot outside with all their family and friends.

Roof Top drinks and canapés followed the ceremony with an array of delicious cocktails and tons of laughter filling the air.

Congratulations James & Tori xx

Two Years ago today...

2 Years ago today I photographed a gorgeous proposal in Holland Park and TODAY I photographed Rajan & Janaki's civil ceremony - Heart is FULL <3

Chelsea Flower Show...behind the scenes!!

It's not every day I get to don neon and roll around amongst flowers and plants photographing on a glorious Saturday afternoon waiting for 'golden hour' to appear! Yet Saturday April 19th a few days before Chelsea officially opened I was lucky enough to do just that in order to capture images for Alitex of their display!!

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Garden Designer, Jake

It was AMAZING to get access to the show and see the final designs on Main Avenue and all the hard work going on in the pavilion to build and finish the displays ready for judging!! LOVED IT!!

Gorgeous Brighton & Hove

So this week saw me head down to Hove to photograph the amazing Mary + Caroline of Skinirvana and spend a couple days creating their new brand portfolio. I LOVED every second AND working outside got a little bit of sunshine and the start of a tan, so excited and MORE than delighted to share these gorgeous pics....more to follow :-) 

Last weekend was FULL of LOVE

A gorgeous Venue Visit with undulating views and the feel of nature was super fun with these two lovebirds!!!

TONS of laughter and awesome chatter - fitness tips (James was doing 2 mega spartan races over the weekend!!!) So I was gaining lots of amazing insight into nutrition and performance as they are both fitness pro's :-) I cannot wait for June + their wedding day!!!! xx

The struggle is real....

This morning just before finishing up on a photo session THIS NUTTER ran up my leg - NO EXAGGERATION!

It (gender not confirmed as to a he or she, hence the 'it') had been scuttling around and I had already told it I wasn't a tree, nor was I hiding nuts....undeterred....whosh up my calf muscle it began to climb...and when shhh'd away, bared it's teeth!! Feral Squirrels running Hyde Park..be alert lol x

#LoveInLondon Winner Announced

All week across London the winners of the PhotoVoice & CLiKD #LoveInLondon Photography competition will be showcased on billboards and underground stations (map where you can spot them below!)

Congratulating Scott!!!

Yesterday all the billboards went live with across London with the winners images!! So exciting! + Such an great honour to be part of the team!

London

Maya Angelou quote "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style"

Despite the snow which seemed to blanket us last night, I finally made it to London for my shoot this morning + caught this pop of colour on my way out. job done :-) 

#LOVELONDON

A Perfect Proposal!

New Year's Eve 2017.......Kew Gardens, London.

Love was in the air!!!

When Jay emailed me explaining he was planning to propose to his girlfriend Sheena, I was so thrilled! I'm always hugely delighted to receive an email or call along these lines and this was extra special because I had met Jay through photographing two of his cousins proposals and engagement parties.

We set about making a plan! This past New Year's Eve had an invigorating briskness to the air (or a chilliness depending upon your sensibility lol) + Sheena had NO CLUE what was about to unfold when she and Jay walked along by the Plant House.  I love the shock + delight in these images and afterwards we created some wonderful memories around the grounds...perfect overcast soft light mixed with a few sips of prosecco and fun + delight! xx

Lives Not Knives

March 8th, 2018 - International Women's Day 

The energy in the room at last nights event was exciting and inspired! At Lives Not Knives, Upper Mall, Centrale, Croydon we presented our ideas and advice. The vibe afterwards filled this amazing space with everyone mingling, laughing and chatting. This morning I've been wearing my 'Lives Not Knives' T-shirt with the broadest smile. It's great to have been part of such an amazing event!

March Deeeelights!

March 8th, 2018 - International Women's Day

Lives Not Knives would like to invite you to join us, at an evening, celebrating women and their many achievements. Tickets to the event can be obtained from EventBrite or names emailed directly to karen@livesnotknives.org. 

I am beyond excited to be participating in this event tomorrow night at 

Upper Mall Centrale Shopping Centre, Croydon, CR0 1TY

Sponsored by Whiston Solutions

New Postcard alert!!

VERY excited my new postcards have just dropped 

+ they are GORGEOUS...even if I do say so myself lol

and in other news......

Thrilled to share this.....

As part of the #LoveinLondon photography competition I was asked to answer 10 questions....here's what I had to say.....

PhotoVoice

©JackieKing2018

If you do just ONE THING this week, ENTER THIS!!

I am so thrilled to share that I've been asked to judge this awesome photography competition!

Entries close March 7th!! The winning images will be displayed across London stations + on digital signs + bus stops for a week spreading the love around our fabulous capital!

ENTER HERE

Lets Talk about LAST NIGHT!!

Last night saw the launch of the Southwark Business Awards in the Wren Room at The Shangri La Shard + WHAT a night!! The hum of chatter and networking from the packed room and speeches by Southwark Mayor, Katherine Glass, Seller, Southwark College was fantastic!

To enter go to Southwark Awards

International Women's Day 2018

I'm thrilled to share that I've been invited to speak at this event, hosted on March 8th by 'Lives Not Knives' empowering young women. I'll be one of 4 speakers on the night!!

Come along and book your ticket here

2018, marks 100 years since women in the UK won the right to vote, a victory that took 86 years from the start of the campaign and although an amazing accomplishment for all women, there was still discrimination against the type of women who could vote. 2018’s International Women’s Day theme is #Pressforprogress, which couldn’t be more fitting, in today’s society where inequality & discrimination towards women is still taking place, worldwide.

It will be held between 5:30 and 7:30 on Thursday 8th March at the LNK unit in Centrale Shopping Centre in Croydon Town Centre and will include guest speakers, entertainment, sparkling wine & cakes and the chance to network with and meet other inspirational women.

Lives Not Knives would like to invite you to join us, at an evening, celebrating women and their many achievements. Tickets to the event can be obtained from EventBrite or names emailed directly to karen@livesnotknives.org.

February - Month of LOVE

#Instagramtakeover 

I'm celebrating February and the month of love over on my Instagram page!!

I see so many forms of love every time I pick up my camera that I wanted to share this throughout February + each day I'm posting a new image + adding love to my 'instagram story'. From weddings across the spectrum to friendship - it's all pretty magical!

November was a busy baby month x

It was such a joy to meet so many new babies during November and my birthday month!! 

Baby Grace, gently holds her Dad's finger whilst gazing towards the camera and figuring out that 'clicking' noise came from me!!

She Said YES!!!

When you're one of the few to know a proposal is coming...(it's an amazing feeling!!)

Last February I ran a photography workshop + my student shared with me he was going to propose to his girlfriend. I was beyond excited!! I love the excitement and nerves of knowing a proposal is coming and the planning and the details and the ring and of course the "YES"!!

So fast forward many months from our conversation and knowing they are in New York City I smile wondering how things are going and IF anything has happen when I receive a photo and this message below!!!

I screen shot the message because I was smiling and beaming from ear to ear at the picture they sent me + the joy + excitement on their faces AND then because they asked if I would be their photographer right away!!

+ here I am writing this post to share with you just what that meant.

I see love in so many different ways every time I pick up my camera and photograph people, you can't not. Love varies day to day and person to person but it's there + it's magic + to be asked to be someones wedding photographer is pure brilliance. It's one of my most favourite things ever I LOVE WEDDINGS!!

To be asked to be their photographer right after their proposal is beyond memorable. Being in on a proposal plan is enchanting and thrilling all at the same time. To be trusted with that information on something so personal + something life changing always makes me tingle.

I've been writing 3 things I'm grateful for each night, not because I need to lift myself out of the January blues, although that would be an excellent way if I had them, but because it's important to remember and be appreciative of the people in our lives, the part we play in theirs + the footprints we leave as we go x

A chuckaliscious BABY Bump session!!

Super fun Sunday, this past weekend in Crystal Palace!!

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Amy & Lewis are expecting their first baby in a few weeks + we (as you can see) had so much fun capturing pictures on their maternity session. A lovely walk around Crystal Palace park and stopping in their favourite spots, we were lucky with the weather, a slight chill but light cloud and a sprinkling of sunshine!! Amazing xx