Mother's Day 2024

As today is Mother’s Day, it’s time to pause and reflect on the incredible impact that mothers, stepmothers, mothers of little ones no longer with us or that didn’t quite make it, and all mother figures have in our lives. In the UK, this day is not just about showering our mums with gifts and flowers, but also about recognizing their unwavering love, sacrifice, and support that shape us into who we are today. Moreover, it’s a day to acknowledge the importance of cherishing these precious moments through the art of wedding photography and preserving them by printing these timeless memories.

The Irreplaceable Role of Mums

Mums hold a special place in our hearts, providing us with love, guidance, and encouragement throughout our lives. Whether it’s a comforting hug during tough times or words of wisdom that stay with us forever, their influence is immeasurable. They are the ultimate multitaskers, juggling various roles with grace and compassion, making countless sacrifices to ensure our happiness and well-being. Step mums, gran’s and those who are no longer with us physically, and all other mother figures play equally significant roles in shaping our lives, embodying love in its purest form.

The Importance of Photography

Weddings are not just about two individuals coming together; they are a celebration of family, heritage, and traditions. Among the myriad of moments captured on a wedding day, few are as poignant and emotionally charged as those involving mothers. From the tender moments shared during the getting-ready process to the heartfelt exchanges during the ceremony, mothers are an integral part of the wedding narrative. As such, capturing these moments is something I always look to do and from Mum’s falling over walking down the aisle to 93 year old Nan’s tearing up the dance floor. I meet so many incredible women at weddings and I love telling the story of the day in a way which will be to look at moments in time, a reflection of their personality and not just them staring at the camera.I honestly think that wedding photos are not just for the bride and groom today, but for them, their families and any possible future children that come along to see their gran (family member) how they were. Which is why I want to capture natural moments and not loads of posed photos.Photos are – moments in time that people can view for years to come. When those people are no longer with us – you have your memory and you can also have photos to look back and treasure. In wedding I constantly look for moments to document.  I don’t want posed, I just want to tell the story of your wedding as it happens. Some of the following moments are a mix of moments from throughout the wedding.As we celebrate Mother’s Day, let’s take a moment to express our gratitude to the remarkable women who have shaped our lives. Whether they are our mums, step mums, angel mums, or other mother figures, their love and influence are invaluable. My own mum still drives me crazy just like she did when I was growing up, but I love her to bits and just wish I could see her more as she lives in Wales.

Through the art of wedding photography and the preservation of printed photos, we can honour and cherish the memories made with these extraordinary women. If you can this Mother’s Day I hope you have a great day with the significant women in your life who ever they maybe.

So here are a selection of photos form weddings from across the years that show off the incredible women at weddings.