Engagement photo shoots.

With Spring officially started, the wedding season will be kicking into action very soon. This week we wanted to focus on an increasing trend we are seeing in our weddings and that is our newly engaged couples are marking the occasion with an photo shoot.

All this beautiful weather provides photographers with fantastic light and spring flowers to make the shoot even more spectular. We caught up with Greg from Just Imagine Photography for his expert experience as to the benefits of an engagement shoot...

"An engagement shoot is a win win situation.  Whether you feel comfortable in front of the camera or not, you will get something out of it.  For those who are nervous about being the focus of attention it is an assurance that it is not as frightening or awkward as they thought it would be and for everyone else it's still a good opportunity to get to know your photographer a bit more.  Explore ideas with him/her in an environment which is safe and friendly and not time restricted.   There is no better way to help make you feel more comfortable with and engaged in your wedding photography and it will help you to relax on your wedding day ensuring you get the most out of the experience." Greg - Just Imagine Photography

If you are interested in a engagement shoot we're sure Greg at Just Imagine Photography would be happy to discuss your requirements further.

Also if you are in the throws of organising your wedding and need alittle help then please do take a look at our wedding planning packages. Our dedicated wedding planning team will be more than happy to discuss how we can help.

Best wishes,

Gilly, Romilly, Sindy and the team

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EXCLUSIVE: Win the chance to come talk all things weddings with our experts!

Are you getting married in the next 12 months and live or work in around Godalming/Guildford? 

If the answer is YES then we are giving two lucky brides the chance to talk exclusively to our top wedding team; Gilly from the The Great Big Event Co., David from David Wickham Photography and hair and make up artist Gemma Sutton. 

We are really excited to be working with David & Gemma on Tuesday 18th October on a modern vintage styled photo shoot in Godalming. We would like to invite two brides (or couples) to come watch the photo shoot and then sit down with all three of our wedding specialist for lots of free advice and tips for your big day. 

To enter just leave a comment below or click here to email us your name, date and location of wedding (if decided) and we will pick two lucky winners out on Friday 14th October and contact you with further details. 


You will need to be available 11.30am - 2.30pm on 18th October and be able to met us in Godalming, Surrey - Good Luck!

We are thrilled to be working with David & Gemma next week on the modern vintage wedding shoot. Godalming will be a beautiful backdrop and we can't wait to see the results. We caught up with David over the weekend and here's what he had to say...

'Over the last few weeks I have been working on a series of romantic, wedding style photoshoots with vintage bridal boutiques and lovely wedding venues around Surrey and the South East, to tie in with the launch of my new vintage style wedding photography website. Modern Vintage Weddings, launching 1st November has been a natural union of my Fine Art collection 'Modern Vintage', which are romantic scenes of London and Paris, and my 'Beloved' portrait service. I have been looking for a while for a great vintage events company and contacted Gilly at The Great Big Event Company with the hope that we could work together on some really special, memorable images, that would really make both our websites stand out and highlight what we both can offer fellow vintage lovers. What we decided upon is a vintage bridal picnic photo shoot. I'm passionate about creating fresh, vintage styled photography that suits those that are looking for something special in their wedding photographs, something classic but with a contemporary feel.'




If you would like any more information on any of the companies involved please take a look at our websites and feel free to give us a call.

www.thegreatbigeventcompany.co.uk - wedding venues, catering, marquees, entertainment, styling and wedding planning services.

www.davidwickhamphotography.com - wedding photography in a modern vintage style.

www.gemmasutton.com - bridal hair & makeup.

www.vintagedays.co.uk - Vintage crockery, glassware and tableware hire.