Brian Harte the photographer

For all you couples out there who want to be a bit different, or just think you are super cool, take inspiration from these guys.

Getting on down to Thriller by Michael Jackson with the whole bridal party involved is the most original first dance I have seen. If any of you are planning to do something like this remember to tell me so I can make sure I am ready with the camera!

It looks like one or two of them had a little less practice (or more alcohol) than the rest.

I recently had some fun taking photos of Rosie & Jason for their engagement photoshoot.

The day was a clear sky, low full on sunny day. With no foliage on the trees I was going to have to be inventive to get some relaxed fun shots without all the strong dramatic shadows that come with strong sunlight. They are very much in love and it seemed easy for them to get intimate in front of the camera.

I can’t wait for the wedding day…apparently they have booked the sun!

Well here are the portrait photographs as promised. I have given the girls aliases because of their age.

The weather forecast for the day was good…intermittent sun and dry all day. The previous day it had snowed quite a bit and the temperature had not risen above -1c (with wind chill about -4c). I got up early for a recce and decided the best place for some photos was on top of a hill with a large rocky outcrop. At this time of year there is not much foliage and the snow had covered a large part of the rocks making them fairly abstract.

The morning started well, and I managed to convince Nikki (the younger) to wear a sleeveless T-shirt (to be fair I had asked for a long sleeve but she didn’t have any in colour that would match the places). It was a great sign of trust from her and I knew the day was going to be great!

We began with the coldest location, on the top of the hill open to the full chill of the wind.

After about 20 minutes I could feel that the girls need to warm up so we jumped in the car, put the heaters on and drove to another location that had more shelter.

Here is a photo of Nikki with my fleece and leather jacket on while we are getting the shot ready. I just had to take it and I am glad I did as it is one of my favorite images so far this year.

We played around taking photos until our bellies started to tell us that we needed some warm soup and a crusty roll. So we headed back home. Just as we were finishing lunch it started to rain. It wasn’t forecast but it didn’t matter I had already scouted around the house and found a few places that provided perfect lighting and a simple background.

Becky had been a little reserved in the morning (probably because she was trying to forget being cold) but she really flowered later on and we got some great fashion style photos.

And thats where we stayed taking photos until the memory cards were full and the girls flagging.

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From time to time I do PR photography usually for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Last week I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing Haroon a young film producer from Yorkshire. His film “Life without you” is due for a private screening at the National Media Museum in Bradford, England and he asked me if we could get some fun shots which he could use to get some PR with.

We started the photoshoot in the famous Pictureville cinema.

During the film festivals they project cinerama films on to a curved widescreen which is an experience. A few years ago I managed to get tickets for one of my favorite films Stanley Kubrick’s 2001 A Space Odyssey and I was blown away. It was on 70mm twice as big as standard 35mm, not only is the resolution much greater but you get 10mm of sound instead of the regular 5mm….it’s like having a full orchestra in the cinema with you. Trust me, if you get the chance to experience it, take it.

After doing a few shots in the cinema using the red curtains, the rows of seats, spot lights and shooting up in to the house lights we moved out in to the main part of the museum. It has changed a lot recently for the better and provided a wealth of opportunities for Haroon’s photos.

You can see the trailer for Life Without You on youtube and if you like the look of it can register you interest in the film on Finisher Productions website www.finisherfilms.com

I must have made an impression with him as he asked if we could meet up to talk about me photographing his up-coming wedding!

I found a funny video on the internet today which shows destiny at work. Its about 2 streakers who are destined to meet and fall in love. The video is censored (no bits showing) so don’t be shy have a look for yourself. I’m pretty sure its a viral advert but even so it almost brought a tear to my eye. It’s only 2 days before valentines day!

www.lovestory07.com