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About
On Hitched.co.uk since 2020
Last update: December 2025
Photographer. Wife. Mother. Friend. Creative.
The Woman Behind the Lens
To me, photography isn't just a career. Sure, you can make a living from it, but for those who truly love it, it’s never just about the money. It’s about passion, the ability to freeze priceless moments in time.
That passion began for me when I was just six years old. A curious little girl with a dream to capture everything she saw. My dad’s Zenit film camera became my first creative tool, I would roam around taking photos, then disappear into the darkroom for hours. There was something magical about it. That connection with the camera only deepened over time.
While most kids saved up for toys or gadgets, I saved every penny to buy my very first Canon film camera. Before photography ever became a profession for me, I had already captured countless “official” events for family and friends more than I can even remember.
Why Weddings?
Photography is an endless field, full of niches and specialties. I experimented a lot before discovering where my heart truly lies, weddings.
Why weddings? Because of the thrill. Weddings are beautiful, emotional, nerve-wracking, chaotic, and heartwarming—all at once. It brings me such joy to see a couple in love, and I feel a deep responsibility to preserve their moments. These moments pass in the blink of an eye, and then they’re gone. Capturing them is my calling.
Career Highlights
This journey has taken me around the world to capture the most important days of people’s lives. I treat every client like royalty, but I’d be lying if I didn’t proudly mention the royal weddings I captured in Qatar over 10 years they were unforgettable!
My camera has taken me to magical celebrations in France, the UAE, Mexico, Lithuania, Greece, Italy and many other incredible destinations. My love of travel makes every wedding an adventure, and I’m always just as excited as my couples are!
Getting to Know Me
When I work with a couple, I make it a point to understand them deeply, so your photos reflect you. Since you open up to me, it’s only fair I share a few things about myself too:
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I’m obsessed with travel
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I speak three languages
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Coffee is my love language
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I can be a bit of a chatterbox
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I adore animals (I once wanted to be a vet!)
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I danced for 15 years—discipline and grace are in my bones
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I love disconnecting from the world on family getaways
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I have a Multimedia degree
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Did I mention dark chocolate? Yeah… it’s a problem.
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But spiders and snakes? No thank you! So if you're getting married in Australia… we might need to chat! 😂
Part Photographer, Part Friend
As a wife and mother, I know the emotional weight that weddings carry—especially for brides. I was one too, and I get it.
I’m proud to say that beyond photography, I’ve become a behind-the-scenes hero for many of my couples. From calming nerves and entertaining kids, to fixing hair and makeup, or helping with last-minute directions—I’ve done it all. Clients often tell me I was like their personal Swiss Army knife on the day, and that means the world to me.
At the end of it all, I want you to remember me not just as your photographer, but as a friend who had your back on one of the most important days of your life.
A Small Price for Priceless Memories
After the vows have been made, the cake devoured, and the last dance danced, you’ll step into a brand new chapter of life. And as the years go by, you’ll find yourself looking back at the day it all began—with a smile, a laugh, maybe even a few happy tears.
Your wedding photos are like a time machine. They bring those once-in-a-lifetime moments right back—those quiet glances, wild dance moves, unexpected hugs, and all the in-between magic you didn’t even realise happened.
That’s why I pour my heart into every single frame. Because it’s not just about pretty pictures—it’s about emotion, connection, and creating something that will still make your heart skip a beat decades from now.
So, let’s chat! I’d love to hear your story and help you plan how I can capture your wedding day in a way that feels true to you. Real, joyful, beautiful—and full of heart.
- Woman-owned
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