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MY 2016 AND A BIT – A LOOK BACK

“WHAT A YEAR IT HAS BEEN FOR ME !”

What an amazing year it has been for me! I’ve worked hard to learn and grow as a photographer and I’ve been blessed to make amazing new friends in the industry as well as having the best clients, many who have become friends along the way. I’ve been mentored by the amazing Jordanna Marston and spent invaluable learning time with photographers who inspire me so much, like Anna Hardy and Nicola Thompson. It’s been truly my favourite year ever in my working life, and I’ve loved every single wedding I’ve shot, every family I’ve spent time with and each couple that have trusted me enough to step in front if my camera. I feel blessed that most of my couples and families make me feel more like a friend than staff!

It has also been the year I fell in love with photographing families and I’ve had great fun with mums, dads and children of all ages. I’ve shot weddings, couples and families all across the country, Essex, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire, London, Wiltshire, Yorkshire….and love the travelling side. I get to meet new people, in new places and it’s a far cry from my previous career stuck behind a desk. I do have some gaps in my calendar for 2017 and 2018, but it’s filling up fast, so if you are getting married let me know so that we can chat about your plans! Thank you so much to all my 2016 couples – you’ve made me feel so welcome and like a friend and you’ve welcomed me into your lives for your special day. This has made me feel so happy and grateful for this job. I hope you enjoy looking through my review as much as I loved the past year and a bit.

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10 Comments

Anna on February, 2017 at 7:17 pm
What a wonderful year you’ve had, and it was such a pleasure to meet you in it! Your pictures are such a reflection of your personality, your warmth, humour and honesty – they are a total treat to look through. You should be so proud of these.
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- Paul Ward on February, 2017 at 7:20 pm
  Wow, thank you so much Anna. Meeting you was definitely a highlight. Onwards and upwards 😉
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Paul Mockford on January, 2017 at 5:33 pm
Lovely stuff Paul! A beautiful mix of tender and fun moments.
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- Paul Ward on January, 2017 at 11:53 am
  wow, thanks Paul, thats so kind.
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Jordanna Marston on January, 2017 at 5:30 pm
Bloody fantastic Paul – so many ace frames. I can’t wait to watch you grow even more in 2017 – I hope it will be a fantastic and fun filled year for you. It is a real pleasure to know you and your lovely family – All the best! x
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- Paul Ward on January, 2017 at 11:53 am
  Cheers Jordanna, really appreciate your support over the past year (and a bit!) xx
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Rob on January, 2017 at 5:26 pm
Awesome, Paul! You’ve clearly had busy year. Love the one of the little dude sticking out his tongue. ?
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- Paul Ward on January, 2017 at 11:54 am
  Cheers Rob, really appreciate the support. One day I’ll get to your level 😉
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Allison Dewey on January, 2017 at 5:09 pm
Fantastic photos Paul. Bravo ? x
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- Paul Ward on January, 2017 at 11:54 am
  Awww, thank you Allison. Thats so kind and very much appreciated x
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