Happy New Year! It’s that time of year again when we look back and reflect on the past 12 months, make resolution (only to be broken) and wish everyone we know a very happy and healthy year ahead.

2015 saw me, my family and my business relocate back to the UK from Dubai. We moved to Northumberland, which I am now sad to say I had never visited before the move. It is home to a million castles (ok, I am exaggerating but it is over 70), it’s stunning countryside is scattered with roman forts, churchs and market towns. Not only that, it boasts a coastline like no other. I have barely scratched the surface here, but it is safe to say I am in love and look forward to exploring more in 2016.

The main challenge for 2015 has been building up my brand in a new place. I won’t lie, it has hard work. Getting yourself noticed amongst so many already talented established photographers takes time and it is still a work in progress. However, I am happy to say I am getting there and 2016 is looking extremely promising. I have booked what I know are going to be some incredible weddings and look forward to sharing some fun times with all these couples. It also gave me the opportunity to met and work with some of the wedding industries finest. It has been an inspiring journey to date and I am excited to see what the next 12 months brings.

I will leave you now with a selection of my favourite images from this year and wish you all a very happy and very healthy new year.

Mel x

p.s Oh, my resolution is to get out running … to see Northumberland at a faster pace.

Some of the wonderful suppliers I had the privilege of working with in 2015. Planning a wedding then please go check them out…

Styling
Louise Beukes
Nina Marika
Lace in the Desert
Tebbey & Co.
Rosy Apple Creations

Florists
Made in Flowers
Forage and Blossom
Springbank UK

Stationary and Calligraphy
Ever After Press
Gemma Milly
Calligraphy for Weddings

Bridal Boutiques
Jean Jackson Couture
Luellas Boutique
The Bridal Collection Harrogate
One Fine Day Bridal
House of Moirai

Shoes
Emmy London

Hair
Steph O’Neill
Vicky M
Aqua
Heather Lawson

Make-up
Maxine Smith
Lucy Pearson
Aimee Chorley

Hand Printed Silk Ribbons
Kate Cullen
Lancaster and Cornish
Frou Frou Chic

Cakes
The Master Cakesmith
Sugar Ruffles
Amy Swann
Bird Bakes

Venues and Tipis
Healey Barn
Brinkburn Priory
Priory Cottages
Askham Hall
Lowther Castle and Gardens
Big Chief Tipis