Whats been happening? | Karen Simpson Photography - Part 3

Lyn and Mark

Lyn and Marks Wedding day had been postponed three times I think! So when the day finally came everyone was relieved.  I already knew them as Mark's sisters wedding was my third ever wedding (I think) and we all stay in the same area so there was lots of faces...

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A wee bit different!

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. As a photographer who covers mainly weddings and children’s photoshoots, I’m no stranger to divas. Normally it’s me acting the diva when the rain gets in the way of my shoot. So when I heard these two little words I...

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Hannah and Paul // The Fenwick Hotel

Its always quite handy for me being at the Fenwick Hotel when its just five minutes away from Kilmarnock. Hannah and Paul finally had their day on the 14th May after having to reschedule due to the blasted covid!  Hannah and Paul had new each other for years since Hannah's...

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Debbie and Andrew

Debbie and Andrew

Debbie and Andrews wedding was supposed to be on the 8th August 2020, but because of covid it was delayed so they finally got their big day on the 4th March 2022.  I was really looking forward to their wedding as it was my first time photographing in Trump Turnberry and love a wee change of venue.  Andrew had surprised Debbie with the booking of the Norman suite for a few days and it was a great place to get wedding ready with a lot of space for her three bridesmaids and flower girl . Debbie had Claire Montgomery for hair and Kymm Lacrombe for makeup, always a pleasure to work with these two and felt great to be back doing what I love (first all day wedding of 2022). We had a very relaxed morning getting ready and everyone was rather chilled, Andrew arrived with his boys in a Phantom Rolls Royce. The ceremony was in the Crystal Ballroom and conducted by Jennifer Lawrie. After the ceremony we popped out for a group photo and then went to the lighthouse for photos. Although we were lucky with the dry weather which certainly isn’t guaranteed in Scotland, it was rather windy at the lighthouse so much so Debbie’s veil blew off and was caught by the chauffeur which gave us all a laugh. 

After photos, it was time to head back and get some group photos which we did in the ceremony room due to it being rather cold and windy. We then moved to the Caledonia Ballroom for the meal, where the speeches were a great laugh and the grooms father even got a wee birthday cake. I also had my meal with the guest and wow it was just fantastic. Once the meal was finished it was time to go next door for some drinks and laughs.  At this point I usually mingle about getting candids and asking if any one wants any photos.  The room was turned around and it was time for the cake cutting and first dance. We had such a brilliant day and I really enjoyed being at Turnberry, staff and service was fantastic.

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Bonnie and Alan

Bonnie and Alan's friend Michelle posted on Blushing Brides (a brilliant facebook group full of knowledgeable people) towards the end of last year looking for vendors to help as she was arranging a wedding for her friends due to Alan terminal diagnosis. I saw the post and volunteered my services ...

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Outdoor Photography

As a lot of you may know, for children and families Outdoor Photography is my favourite. Why you ask? Because over my years working with children have come to realise that they just love getting outdoors (well most of them). Once the are outside they relax a lot quicker and...

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What a 2021!

Well it has been another hard year for out industry. I am still working in Morrisons to what was supposed to be a 6 week job for it coming up to 2 years in March. However this year I have my positive pants on and I am sure it cant...

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2020!

Well I can't quite believe that is another year finished and I am now going into my fourth year of weddings.  Time has just flown by and part of me still feels like I am new to weddings as there is always so much to learn and improve on. Im...

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Spring has sprung

  Here's to the lighter nights! I actually feel so much happier lately and its down to the better weather and lighter nights. I don't know about you but even though I was born in Bonny Scotland I really struggle over the winter. Its to wet, cold and dark, Goodness...

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