and these are a few of my favourite things…
My ridiculously gorgeous, talented, inspiring, funny, crazy lovely nieces and nephew; tea; fresh sea air; art art art; dachshunds, mine Rusty & Otto & others, they're all little beauties to me; dappled spring sunlight through the trees; the sound of wind rustling leaves; Italy; good photography; kindness; old cities; multiculturalism; singing; organic raw chocolate; travelling anywhere, love the journey; the first spring green; amazing light; fresh flowers; passionate people; the colours of life; orchids; sea swimming: people’s stories; the smell of new books; silver jewellery; being in the moment; family get-togethers; proper coffee (always extra hot); hidden corners; meditation; pottery; the laughter of old friends; my work; long walks; surprises; good smells; the extraordinary things in everyday life; old photos; star wars (the original); making things; holding hands; inspiring people; sunshine; love; feeling not thinking; Venice; walks by the sea; my indoor garden; daily blessings…
Weddings…
Are an incredible mix of people, family, moments, romance, characters, hopes, gestures, emotions, happiness, nerves, excitement and love. Lots of it. It’s all there, crammed and squished tightly into one long, lovely day. And I love that I get to share in days like this through my photography, capturing those lovely, authentic wedding moments as I see them, for couples who get excited about photography and understand its value – not just for now but for the future too. For their children, and their children’s children...
I’m a creative storytelling wedding photographer…
Capturing things as they’re happening, in a relaxed and candid way. I’m a Londoner, now based in Sussex and love what I do and will travel anywhere for weddings. I’ll blend those authentic, real wedding moments with some romantic and creative portraits of the two of you. My approach isn’t about one size fits all, or the photography taking over your wedding day, far from it. I don’t interrupt the day’s events but simply let things flow. Weddings are all about moments… funny moments, romantic moments, family moments, tender moments, in-between moments, silly moments.
Moments that become STORIES…. your stories…
Moments for those couples who want to do it their way and aren’t afraid to show the world how much they mean to each another. I pour my heart and soul into every single wedding I shoot, and want all my couples to feel they’ve had real value, 100% of me, my energy, all my TLC and my creative take on your wedding day. Weddings are collaborations and I’ll tell you what I need from you as well as letting you have lots of help and advice along the way so you don’t feel overwhelmed or lost. Most weddings happen without a hitch and a truly fabulous day is had by all. But they’re not always perfect and they don’t always go to plan. At times they can be a bit stressful, time slips and nerves kick in… but rest assured, I’m here to help and guide you throughout the run up to the wedding, and will be there with you 100% on your day, a calm assuring presence when you need it.
What Next…
“I cannot describe how beautifully Mona has managed to capture our wedding. From the small moments of calm, to the wild dancing of the reception. These photos are above and beyond my hopes and dreams. We will treasure these memories all the more because of her photography”
- Katie & Hallam -
