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I fell in love with photography as a child, helping my dad develop pictures of landscapes in his darkroom. Years later, I too became a photographer.

I am fascinated by people. Few things make me happier than spending a few hours in the company of my family albums. They allow me to dream about a world I never knew - my mum's childhood, my parents' wedding day, my early years - one that I only know existed because the pictures are there to prove it.

This feeling of nostalgia is what motivates my work. I approach each subject, whether it is a wedding, a portrait or even a landscape, with the desire to capture the emotion. Be it happiness or sadness, each picture tells a story of that exact moment in time. That is what I aim to capture.

Other than photography, my passions in life include films, California, Mid Century Modern design, my cat Annie Hall, and growing old with the people I love.

And if Mastermind ever call, they can question me to death on the subject of Mad Men.

kate & chris ~ i do

17 February 2010

I’m so excited to share with you some of my favourite images from my first wedding of 2010. Kate and Chris were blessed with a beautifully sunny day for their wedding at Hotel du Vin, Tunbridge Wells, earlier this month. You can never rely on English weather when it comes to photography, so any glimpse of sunshine is always a bonus…especially on a crisp, wintry day. Whatever the weather, Kate was determined to get outside for some shots, and we managed to make full use of the sunset before it disappeared beneath the trees.

Kate and Chris got ready at the venue, which meant I could fly between rooms to capture the various stages of preparation. Chris and his ushers got dressed to the roar of a derby football match, before heading down to the hotel bar for a quick drink before the ceremony. Choosing to have the preparations, ceremony and reception all in one venue meant the order of events stayed very relaxed and stress-free. Kate’s bridesmaids, Rosie and Alex, were on hand throughout the day and did a fantastic job of helping Kate. I also loved their simple, chic dresses. I think black is a winning colour for a winter wedding, and their cream corsages proved a very unique and beautiful touch.

Kate and Chris ~ Thank you so much for inviting me to be a part of your day. I loved photographing you with your family and friends and I hope you love your pictures as much as I do. I can’t wait to design you both a beautiful album.

First off, we’ll start with a pair of very fine shoes…

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{ JODIE CHAPMAN ~ WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY LONDON SOUTH-EAST INTERNATIONAL }

Posted in Hotel du Vin, Weddings

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Greg - Absolutely amazing! I’m sure they will absolutely over the moon with them.

Jessica - I love the colour pic of the bride looking up at you, also the very next black and white one of her looking over her shoulder. Beautiful.

Kate & Chris - Jodie, these are truly amazing. Thank you so much for capturing the day so beautifully. The style is just perfect – I know everybody will absolutely love them. We can’t wait to see the album!

Dominique - Beautiful Jodie, they will be so chuffed! I know I’ve said it before but you have a such a defined style, all your own. And your black and whites are gorgeous x

Tamara - Gorgeous. I love the colours in the images.

admin - Thank you everybody! It was a very beautiful wedding to shoot and the soft winter light proved gorgeous for shots. Kate & Chris ~ I’m so pleased you love them. Thank you again for having me as part of your day xxx

Kenn Reay - I’m just in awe of your timing, That’s what strikes me about your photography, The moment is captured rather than created. Amazing stuff!