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Milton Keynes School

Wonderful School shoot in Milton Keynes last week:"Hi Martin, 
I have just had a look through and they are amazing - thank you so much! 
It was lovely working with you, I am so happy with how...

GH Display at Event Sustainability Live

I was at The ExCel Centre yesterday, working for the wonderful people at GH Display Exhibition Stands & Displays #eventsustainability

Bishops Hatfield Girls School Photoshoot

Here are some shots from my shoot at Bishops Hatfield School last week."We are over the moon with the quality of this sample. They are simply beautiful! "

Wedding photoshoot at Redcoats Farm, Hitchin

Congratulations Kieran & Danielle. We had a great day yesterday.Love to my friend, Kayliegh Nimmo x

Hyper Japan Festival 2024 at Olympia London

Some great photo opportunities at Hyper Japan Festival 2024 at Olympia London

Back at Flitwick Manor

A beautiful sunny day wedding at Flitwick Manor.

Hyland software photoshoot

Excel Centre Banking Next show. Hyland software photoshoot.

TFO Event London Hilton Wembley photoshoot

TFO Event London Hilton Wembley photoshoot. Reportage shoot covering a huge conference.

Garage & Bodyshop NEC

Garage & Bodyshop at the NEC Birmingham. Event photoshoot

GEO Business Exhibition Excel Centre London

GEO Business Exhibition Excel Centre London photoshoot

St Michael's C of E Primary School promotional shoot Highgate

St Michael's C of E Primary School promotional shoot.

Parkex Exhibition Stand, Birmingham

Parkex Exhibition Stand, Birmingham, National Exhibition Centre.

Wedding at Tilsworth Golf Club

Great Wedding at Tilsworth Golf Club, there are some lovely photo opportunities. Congratulations to Nic & Lisa

NEC May shows

A busy day of Photography at the NEC

Wedding joy at Putteridge Bury

Wonderful, happy day yesterday at Putteridge Bury and St Mary The Virgin Church, Kensworth. Congratulations Chris & Gayle x

Homebuilding & Renovating Show NEC

I was shooting at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, NEC last week. It was an impressive show with some great photography opportunities. 

School promotional Photography

In the last few years I have been shooting more and more school brochure and website images. The feedback has been wonderful. Here's some school images to show some examples.

Spring Fair 2024 at the NEC

A photoshoot at the Spring Fair at the NEC, some really great stands.

Hendon Town Hall Wedding

A lovely wedding photoshoot at Hendon Town Hall, congratulations Sue & Keith.

Seasons Wilstead Photoshoot

"Hi Martin,

 

I have just had a quick look through and they are amazing photos! WOW


Really stunning, thank you so much!"

 

Band photo shoot STAR WARS poster tribute

I put together this STAR WARS tribute poster to advertise my cover band's gig in June. Obviously everyone was shot separately with the appropriate studio lighting and then the digital collage was...

Exhibition Photos NEC and Excel Centre

I've been busy shooting exhibitions the last couple of weeks, NEC, Birmingham and The Excel Centre. Great photo opportunites.

"We’re so impressed with these photos, thank you! I was expecting...

Exciting new in-house studio facilities!

Exciting new in-house studio facilities, get your product shots here!

Happy Clients

Happy Clients:

 

"Just a quick email to say the pictures are amazing! We all love them here and the clients and end users have fed back to us that the love them too!

Thanks again!"

 

Richard Tice in Bedfordshire

I was very pleased to be asked to cover Richard Tice's visit to Pulloxhill. He was without a doubt one of the sharpest politicians I've ever covered.

St Peter & Paul Church Flitwick Wedding

Lovely wedding at Flitwick Church this weekend. Congratulations Lynsey & Matthew. Thanks to Reverend Claire and Rodney and his team of drivers at Bubble Cars.

Sarah & Dave's Flitwick Wedding

I had a wonderful time at Flitwick Manor & Church this weekend. Congratulations Sarah & Dave!
Special thanks to Vicar Claire and Kim at the Manor

A Town Called... St Albans!


Congratulations Paul & Gina who tied the knot at St Albans Registry Office on Saturday. We took some really cool street photos with a nod to a certain rock band. The meal was at St Villas, the the...

Coltsfoot Country Retreat Wedding Stevenage

Sammie & Dave tied the knot at Coltsfoot Country Retreat in Stevenage.

Josh & Chrissie's wedding at Stanlake Vinyard

I had a double header weekend with weddings at Stanlake Park and St. Peter's in Benington. Here is a shot of Josh & Chrissie at Stanlake Vinyard. A beautiful venue for a wedding.

Another party with Karen, Tony & family at Flitwick Manor

I had the pleasure of working with this lovely family again just 3 years after our last shoot.

Info Security Show at the Excel Centre

Excel Centre yesterday...

CIPD Festival of Work

I was working at Olympia Grand Hall yesterday at the CIPD 'Festival of Work' exhibition.

Lucy & Billy in Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine

A nice spread in Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine for Lucy & Billy at The Barn at Brook End Green Farm.

Flitwick Wedding

Congratulations Andrew & Vanessa, the weather played it's part nicely. Vanessa got ready at Flitwick Manor, they tied the knot at Flitwick Church St. Peter & Paul. We celebrated at Eversholt Hall....

Elstow Abbey Wedding

Congratulations Martyn & Amanda, they tied the knot at Elstow Abbey on Saturday. The reception was at Stewartby Village Hall.

Vaper Expo UK 22

Last week I covered the Vaper Expo at the NEC on behalf of one of my Exhibition stand clients

Stacy & Tim Wedding

I had a last minute booking this weekend at the Forest of Marston Vale.  Special thanks to Helen & Hannah at the Forest Centre for all of their help and support in making everything come...

Marston Vale Forest Centre Wedding Fair

I will be exhibiting at the Marston Vale Forest Centre on Wednesday the 30th of March. It's a lovely venue to get married in or just to visit to come and have a chat about your wedding plans.

Merry Christmas x

Wishing you ALL a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Free New Year. May next year be one where we can all do the things we love as it should always be. Thank you for all of the love and support this...

Christmas Wedding - Putteridge Bury

A wonderful Christmas wedding at Putteridge Bury last night. Congratulations Mark & Lisa. Thank you to the guests for the lovely feedback. A huge thank you to Putteridge Bury, Kayleigh, Vincent,...

Golf Captain Portrait Dunstable Downs

Lovely golf captain portrait taken this weekend at Dunstable Downs Golf Club. Great club, great people.

Marston Forest Centre Wedding!

Congratulations Mr & Mrs. Gurney, married at last! xMarston Forest Centre played host to a wonderful wedding last night, a great time had by all.

Wonderful Indoor Wedding Shoot at Offley Place

Congratulations Tom & Pat who tied the knot at Offley Place yesterday. The weather wasn't playing ball, but I love a challenge.

Beautiful portrait shoot

Great Portrait shoot last Friday, here are a few that show off Edyta's infectious smile.Get in touch if you need portraits for business, as a gift, or just for fun.

Billy and Lucy's wedding at The Barn Barton-le-Clay

Here are some photos from Lucy & Billy's wedding last week at the Barn in Barton-le-Clay. A great new wedding venue.

Auction House Luton Wedding

Congratulations Joe & Michelle on their marriage at The Auction House in Luton. Check out these taxis from Occasion Car Hire.

Gareth & Laura's big day at Flitwick Manor!

Gareth & Laura's big day at Flitwick Manor! One of my favorite venues.

Graduation photos

Congratulations Emily on your graduation! Nice to meet you and your family. We shot Emily's graduation photo by setting up a mobile studio in the family home. Get in touch for graduation photos...

Lord of the Manor

Congratulations to Tony & Pauline for their Golden Anniversary Wedding at Flitwick Manor. We had enough nice weather to take some great shots outdoors along with a last-minute indoor group shot!...

Wedding in The Old Hunter's Lodge Whipsnade.

Beautiful weather shined on David & Roy's wedding this Saturday at The Old Hunters Lodge, Whipsnade. Special thanks to Rod of Bubblecar.

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year to all my friends, family & wonderful clients. Thank you for your continued support. Love Martin

Food Photography

Get in touch for all of your food photography needs. Here are some examples from a recent shoot for Richard & Nathan at the White Hart, Flitton...and yes it tastes as good as it looks.

Sally & Jim's Flitwick Wedding in Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine

Check out the latest 'Your Herts & Beds Wedding' Magazine (online only due to the current crisis)A lovely 4-page spread of Jim and Sally's wedding.

Another Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine Real Wedding Article

The latest issue of 'Your Herts & Beds Wedding' has another four-page article on one of my weddings, the rather lovely looking Natalie and Devon at Putteridge Bury. Due to the crisis that shall...

Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine Real Wedding Article

A lovely four-page article on one of my lovely couples weddings, Ian & Helen in the brand new Your Herts & Beds Wedding Magazine.I can't wait for this situation to pass to get back to shooting...

Front cover of Bedfordshire County Life Magazine

Nice to see my photo of Flitwick Manor on the front cover of the Winter Issue of Bedfordshire County Life Magazine.

Bett Show at the Excel Centre London commercial photography

Check out the results from my photoshoot at the Bett Show yesterday in the Excel Centre London.

Shooting at the TopDrawer Show Olymipa, London

I was working for DH Display this week at the Olympia in London. They loved the results.

Putteridge Bury Wedding Fayre

Come and see me at Putteridge Bury this Sunday

60th Wedding Anniversary Photoshoot Newport Pagnell

What a lovely occasion, Sandra & Micheal celebrated their 60th Anniversary in Newport Pagnell at the Holiday Inn today!

Lindy Hop Tea Dance in Hitchin

Here's a selection of the images I took for Lindy Buzz at their Tea Dance in Hitchin this weekend. I think they really capture the excitement of the dancing.

Boudoir Shoot Bedford

The lovely Kirsty posed for her boudoir shoot this month. She looks fantastic in all the poses we tried. Get in touch if you fancy of one these shoots for your partner. Makeup by Katy Angelidi

Portfolio Shoots

I have been working on several portfolio shoots this month. All shot using speedlights. These studio shoots can be done in the comfort of your own home.

A small Flitwick Manor wedding

I covered a lovely little wedding today at Flitwick Manor, only four guests! We had a great time and got some amazing images. Congratulations Barry & Sandra, special thanks to Louise, Jordan and...

Grand Designs and Fleet live shoots at the NEC Birmingham

I worked at the NEC this week at the Grand Designs exhibition and Fleet Live for GH Designs. They have kindly written a lovely review...

Sally & Jim's Flitwick Manor wedding

I was working at one of my favourite venues yesterday, Flitwick Manor.

The lovely Sally & Jim Kerr tied the knot, congratulations to you both!

Thanks for all of the kind words and welcoming from...

Tea Dance Photos

I worked at Bushey Hall Lincolnsfield Centre this weekend covering a Tea Dance event.

Lots of dance photography including ballroom, jive, swing and lindy hop.

International Shipping Week, Events photography London

Back at Marsh, my former employer's building last night for International shipping week for an event photography shoot. It was still the Bowring Tower when I worked there 20 years ago.

Millbrook LCV show

I got to shoot some amazing display at Millbrook LCV show yesterday.

Devon & Natalie Putteridge Bury Wedding

Another amazing Putteridge Bury wedding tonight. Congratulations Devon & Natalie!

Film & Comic Con Sheffield

22 years since working on Star Wars Episode I, this Saturday I had a great time signing & meeting Star Wars fans at Film & Comic Con-Sheffield. The fan's knowledge of the films was incredible and...

Beautiful Putteridge Bury Wedding

Thank you Ian & Helen for having me play a part in your fantastic wedding, and what a wedding!

I'd also like to thank all of the guests for making me feel so welcome and to Jan and Kayleigh at...

Stunning New Framing Product

Check out these beautiful mahogany finish box frames. Get in touch if you want this product for your wedding or portrait photos.

Old Palace Lodge Walled Garden Launch Party

Last night I went to The Old Palace Lodge Walled Garden Launch Party in Dunstable. Thank you Vivienne for a lovely evening. The new garden looks wonderful, making The Old Palace Lodge an even...

Wedding Fair at the Rufus Centre Flitwick 17th March 2019

Come and say hello at the Rufus Centre in Flitwick this Sunday 17th March 2019 from 11.30am to 2pm. #weddingphotographerflitwick #weddingfairflitwick #weddingideas #weddingphotographerbedfordshire...

Newport Pagnell Holiday Inn Wedding Fair 10th March 2019

Come and see me at Newport Pagnell Holiday Inn Wedding Fair on the 10th of March 2019.

Forest Centre of Marston Vale Wedding Fair

Happy Valentine's Day, everyone! For those just engaged, congratulations, come and see me at the Forest Centre of Marston Vale Wedding Fair next Thursday evening x

Great New Canvas Pricing With Fast Turnaround!

All new prices for canvas of all sizes from 10x8 inches to 60x40 inches. Get in touch for an instant quote, they only take about two weeks to be ready. Ideal anniversary gifts.

Wedding Images on USB

Get in touch if you want your wedding images at high resolution on USB. If you have your images on CD and want them more accessible, I can send them to you on a new, durable USB stick for safekeeping.

Putteridge Bury Wedding Exhibition

Come and see me at Putteridge Bury Wedding Exhibition in Luton next Sunday the 20th January

Merry Christmas Everyone

Merry Christmas to all of my clients and friends, new and old. Thank you for your support this and every year.

Love Martin x

Great portfolio shoot this weekend

I photographed Ian for his model / film extra portfolio, we had a good shoot producing excellent results.

Christmas lights Riverside Bedford

Last night I photographed the Christmas lights at Riverside Bedford the lights officially go on tomorrow. Thank you to my excellent models. #commercialphotographerbedford

Another great wedding day at Flitwick Manor

We mananaged to dodge the rain for Abi & Jake's wedding at Flitwick Manor. We got some really lovely wedding photos outside and on the stairwell. I'm so pleased for them that the weather held out...

Colin & Christine's Wedding at Flitwick Manor

Beautiful weather for Colin & Christine's wedding yesterday at Flitwick Manor. We had a great time taking photos outdoors in the sun.

Old Palace Lodge, Dunstable Wedding

This weekend I covered a fun wedding at the Old Palace Lodge in Dunstable. The wedding service was at St. Thomas' in Stopsley, Luton. A great time had by all. Congratulations, Vince & Tracy.

My Grandfather, Carl Fischer's photographic studio Bewdley

I have this wonderful historic photo of my Grandfather's photographic studio on Load Street, Bewdley. It was taken by him in the early sixties. The shop next door was my Grandma's grocers shop. My...

Beautiful farm wedding !

I shot a great wedding this weekend on the bride's own farm! check out some of these images.

Mobile studio website portrait shoot

I did a new self-portrait shoot for my websites, I'm not sure but I think this is the best one. It was shot using three off camera flashheads. 

Huge Wedding Canvas

Someone's in for a treat this weekend! Check out this massive 40 x 30 inch canvas. Get in touch if you're interested in your wedding images on a large canvas format.

Great Wedding today at Crabtree Church, Harpenden and Putteridge Bury, Luton

I shot a great wedding today at Crabtree Church, Harpenden and Putteridge Bury, Luton. The weather was perfect for photography, we had a lot of fun.

Heineken Moor Hall Hotel & Spa Photo Shoot

Had a great day working for the lovely people at Heineken in the Moor Hall Hotel & Spa in Sutton Coldfield today. What a great venue for photography!

Summer Weddings in the sizzling heat!

It was a lot of fun shooting this overhead heart-shaped wedding photo taken in Eggington, Buckinghamshire last weekend. Congratulations Steve & Gemma.

Cool band shoot!

Shot the band Code Breakers today. I really like this style of studio shoot, the backlighting against black looks really dramatic.

Dating Profile Portfolios for Tinder, POF etc.

I've been asked to shoot a few dating profile portfolios in the last few months and I'm told the results have been overwhelming. (glad I could help) I charge £150 for a location shoot the shoot...

New 'uniform' and car magnets campaign.

Look out for the Boumobile, with it's new magnets and registration. Don't forget, I don't just cover weddings in Herts, Beds and Bucks, but nationwide and over-seas.

Come and meet me at The Old Palace Lodge in Dunstable at their wedding fair this Sunday.

Come and have a chat with me about your big day at the Old Palace Lodge Wedding fair in Dunstable this Sunday.

Large format wedding photography ad in Luton!

We're famous! Here is the new window display on Kimpton Road, Luton. Thank you Plumbs DIY, you are awesome!

Come and meet me at Marston Forest Centre

I'm exhibiting at the Forest Centre Wedding Fair in Marston on the 22nd February at 6.30 - 9pm.

Come and say hello.

https://www.marstonvale.org/Event/wedding-fair-2018

See you there.

FANTASTIC SUMMER WEDDINGS!

I'm having such a great summer with wedddings this year. The weather has turned up most weekends and the feedback has been wonderful, thank you x

" Martin, I can't say it enough. You are truly...

Creative photoshoot at The Linden Academy yesterday

Great creative photoshoot shot in Luton.

Nice double page spread in 'Bride' magazine

One of my lovely brides from last year has written a nice article for 'Bride' Magazine... good photographer!!! ;0)

The wedding was at Luton Hoo Walled Garden, great summer venue.

New product!

A recent wedding client from Flitwick wanted to provide special wedding albums for the bridesmaids.

I usually provide parent albums, but had never thought about bridesmaid books before. Ask about...

The wedding season has kicked off at Flitwick Manor.

The first two weddings of the year, both at Flitwick Manor. Great venue with great people.

Beautiful wedding at Mayfair Library Westminster

I had a great day in Mayfair on Monday 29th, check out the photos. 

50 reviews on Free Index !!!

A huge thank you to all of my clients that have written reviews of my wedding photography on Free Index. I am delighted to have reached the big 50! and to know that I have made you all happy.x

Shane & Nadia's Wedding at Our Lady Help Of Christians Church, Luton

Wonderful to work with this family again! The wedding was at Our Lady Help Of Christians in Luton and then on to Putterage Bury.

Jump Joint

Fun shooting at the Jump joint event in Bletchley.

Flitwick Manor Wedding

A great day at Flitwick Manor with Steven and Angela.

Beautiful local wedding in Maulden

Very happy clients Benn & Sarah came to view their images last night.

Orchestra Shoot

I had an incredible experience working with the Hertfordshire Youth Orchestra. I'd never been in the middle of an orchestra before, the sound was incredible.

Chef photo shoot

Wonderful shoot of certain Manor house's new chef, details to follow, when announced. I am really happy with the shoot. I love clients that let me express myself. Here are a sample handful that...

Busy , Busy Summer

SO busy this year, loved this review...

Choosing my wedding photographer was one of the most daunting aspects of our wedding planing. I had been to countless wedding fairs and felt completely...

Holiday Inn Sandy

Nice work done at the Holiday Inn in Sandy:

It was lovely meeting you and great to know that you made the facility look like a 5 star property! 

They are fantastic, thank you so much for taking...

SHINEY NEW DYE - SUB PRINTER !

I have invested in a shiny new dye sub printer, ideal for event photography and onsite printing. 

I love this photo, taken today at Coltsfoot County Retreat. Shame the gorgeous Betty (left) was freezing, and you can tell. But still.Coltsfoot Country Retreat.

 I love this photo, taken today at Coltsfoot County Retreat. Shame the gorgeous Betty (left) was freezing, and you can tell. But still...

Letchworth Hall Hotel wedding

Another wonderful day out shooting a wedding in Letchworth.

Another Ginfizz Extravaganza in Milton Keynes!

Another Ginfizz Extravaganza in Milton Keynes!  With an amazing band, casino and stripper!

Couple Portrait Ampthill

Friend and long term client, Jean popped in this morning for a formal business portrait, but afterwards we did some couple portraits. I think they look great.

My photo turns up on official Star Wars magazine cover!

Well this was an unexpected and cool surprise. The actor concerned just sent me this cover which includes a photo I took of him in an unofficial capacity on set of Star Wars back in 1997!

Ginfizz 1920's event

This weekend I covered a fantastic night of burlesque and music at the Milton Keynes Stadium for Ginfizz. These are images of Missy Fatales amazing act.

Flitwick Band Gemini

Cool photo shoot last night with Flitwick based band Gemini 

The Rufus Centre, Flitwick

Took on some work for The Rufus Centre today, good venue with attentive staff. 

Dean & Charlotte married in Flitwick at St. Peter & Paul's Church.

Dean & Charlotte married in Flitwick at St. Peter & Paul's Church, then went on the Rufus Centre.

Charlotte looked stunning, and made my job very easy.

London International Shipping Week

The 1st London International Shipping Week was a huge success, I was there to cover many of the events. Notable guests, included, Borris Johnson, John Presscott, Stephen Hammond, the 1st Sea Lord...

Beautiful Wedding at Pennyhill Park Hotel

We were so lucky with the weather this weekend, rain Thursday, rain Saturday, but Friday was perfect. 

Great wedding at St. Swithun's Church in Sandy, Bedfordshire

In spite of the mixed weather, we managed to get everything done and have a great day.

"Thank you for a wonderful day yesterday you made everyone feel at ease like I knew you would. I had such...

Mr & Mrs Smith married this weekend in Kensworth

Lovely wedding this weekend, at Kensworth Church and then on to Moreteyne Manor. I can't wait to show them the photos.

Ampthill Russell Raiders photo shoot

This weekend I shot my son's football team, Russell Raiders. I thought I'd do something more interesting with it than the Premiere League usually does. ;0)

An Intimate Wedding at Flitwick Manor

Ross & Rose got married at Flitwick Manor, they are the first wedding couple I haven't met before the day! Luckily, they were lovely people and the shoot was a pleasure. 

Photography Campaign for Barnfield College

Continuing with their previous BIG campaign, here is a taster of some of the work I have done for Barnfield  that you will be seeing around Bedfordshire and in the press this summer. 

Sunshine in Summer in the UK!

The weather was good yet again this weekend, let's hope it can keep it up all summer. This weekend Lisa and Rob were married in English Heritage listed church, St Mary's in Lower Sundon, Luton.

Shooting the Designer!

Webdesigner extraordinaire, Adam Ogle stepped in front of my lens this weekend for a couple of portrait pics.

On Home Soil this weekend!

Shaun & Kathie tied the knot in Ampthill Registry Office this weekend, the weather behaved beautifully!

Adam Barron from BBC's The Voice was in Ibiza to sing for his friend's wedding.

Adam Barron from BBC's The Voice along with the band posed for this impromptu band portrait, we did it in 5 minutes flat. It was shot on the rocks by the Sea, opposite The Savannah bar and and...

Back from an amazing wedding shoot in Ibiza

I was out in sunny Ibiza for the last three days shooting Lauren & Liam's wedding on some amazing locations.

My Family Portrait

I put this family portrait together today, if you fancy one like it for your family, let me know. x

Wedding in Ibiza booked for next month

Aylesbury couple, Liam and Lauren are tying the knot in Ibiza and are kindly shipping me over to cover their big day. See you on the beach!

Jo's Trash the dress shoot

Following up on their wedding shoot, I hooked up with Bruno and Jo for a 'Trash the Dress' style shoot... 

Bride magazine!

Bride magazine article.