Wedding Albums

These photo books / albums arrived yesterday, ordered recently for Gillian & David. The quality is excellent...

Connor & Clare, Belfast Castle

I've not added anything to the blog for a while, so time for a little update...

I photographed Connor & Clare's wedding at Belfast Castle recently. This was a local one for me. Although it was a bit of a grey day, and a little cold at times we had a great day at the castle, even making it outside for some photographs in the gardens.

1853

A couple of shots of an old building taken this morning, I have driven past this on many occasions but never stopped to look. It appears to be an old school house, built 1853.

Carrickfergus Harbour

My hands were virtually frozen to the camera today walking around Carrickfergus harbour.
A few random photographs are attached below...






I love the signs of deterioration on some of the boats in the harbour, the distressed paint work, the rusting bolts, the colours and textures... the name of this one is also quite appropriate "Defiant" - it may be rusting with faded paint but it stands strong by the side of the harbour

New year, new image...

A new logo is now in place for Ian Tate Photography. With the start of the new year, I have decided to refresh the design, possibly updating the website and advertising later in the year.

If anyone spots the old logo let me know, as I'm sure to miss the odd one...

Pretty Little Beads - Hand Crafted Bridal Jewellery

If you are looking for bespoke handmade wedding jewellery check out Pretty Little Beads.
This business is owned by Sherrie Murray. I photographed Sherrie's wedding a few years ago and have since been recommended to photograph several of her friends and relatives weddings throughout the year.

www.prettylittlebeads.vpweb.co.uk

Happy New Year

Happy New Year!

The snow began to fall this evening as I left the Canal Court Hotel in Newry. I left as the party, to celebrate the new year as well as Brian and Laura's wedding, was about to begin.

We had a clear, crisp winter's day for the wedding, couldn't have asked for a better day to end the year, although it was freezing at times..

A few random photographs from the gallery are attached below..







A horse drawn carriage carried the bride and her dad to the church.

Recommendation from David & Therese

Thanks to David & Therese (pictured above) for their excellent review on http://www.freeindex.co.uk their comments are very much appreciated.

"Ian recently took photos for our wedding and I cannot express how impressed and pleased my wife and I were of Ian's professionalism. He provided an extremely competitive and modern package, and gave us a comprehensive selection of options. On the day he had an extremely discreet approach, and did not impose in any way, while still capturing our special moments, from my wife’s preparations at home, through to our first dance. Our photos were available on Ian’s website within 24 hours and Ian’s service in producing the wedding DVD and photo album was extremely efficient and of the highest quality. Our opinions are shared by family and friends so much so that they would recommend Ian for any special event in the future."

David Kelly - 10 Dec 2009

We had a great day for the wedding in Belfast, a few of the photographs are shown in the post below and the secure gallery http://www.iantate.co.uk/gallery

Wedding 'Thank-you' cards

I usually forget to mention at least one of the services I offer. On this occasion I will take the opportunity to tell you about the wedding gift 'thank-you' cards available.

As well as photography, I also have an extensive background in design and print. This is an advantage as I have a list of excellent printers to contact for the best quote.

The cards I offer are printed on a high quality, premium smooth 300gsm stock, complete with envelopes. They are printed with an image, of your choice, from your secure online wedding gallery, with a digital proof sent to you before for approval.

Quotes are based on size, quantity etc.

Jennifer & Adam

Happy Halloween...



I was in Strangford yesterday for Jennifer and Adam's wedding. We had a great autumn day for the wedding, despite the heavy rain the day before.

I was welcomed at the Campbell house early for the bridal preparation and everything was going to plan.
(I also photographed Jennifer's sisters wedding back in 2007, so had met the family before)







The ceremony was held at Stella Maris Star of the Sea by Father Michael, followed by a short visit to Strangford harbour for a few photographs.





As we went to the reception, at the Slieve Donard in Newcastle, the clouds rolled in, although, it didn't dampen the mood and the day ended as well as it had begun.

Recommendation from Rachel & William

Thanks to Rachel and William (pictured above, walking towards Chaine Memorial Tower) for the excellent review on http://www.freeindex.co.uk
It's always great to hear from clients.

"Absolutely fantastic. Excellent in every way. Love the photos and the album. The photos look so natural and reflect the happy day we had. The website is great as well. Guests loved the fact that they could see the photographs and order any ones they wanted."

Rachel Mckay - 19 Oct 2009

We had an great day for the wedding in Larne, a few of the photographs are shown in the post below and the secure gallery http://www.iantate.co.uk/gallery

Glenariff Forest Park

A short break from all of the albums and print orders for a few hours.. and a relatively short drive up to Glenariff Forest Park.

One of the waterfalls shown below..

Holiday

After a busy summer it was nice to get a week away with my wife and daughter in Turkey.
We stayed at the Grand Yasici Club Turban, between Marmaris and Icmeler, a fantastic resort close to the sea with amazing scenery, on top of that 30˚+ and mostly clear skies...



Above: Sunrise, about 6am (ish)



Above: Sunrise, about 6am (ish) looking out over the pool

I left my digital camera's at home, they deserved a break as well, and instead brought my 35mm Nikon F80 with a couple of rolls of Fuji Velvia slide film, the colours from this are totally amazing although they will not look as good uploaded to the internet as low resolution files...

Mark & Tara

Just back from Lusty Beg Island for Mark and Tara's wedding.
What a great day we had, even though there was heavy fog around Portadown and Lurgan although that soon disappeared the closer I got to Enniskillen. Then onto the little ferry for the couple of minutes to get to the island.

I am working on the photographs at the moment... more to upload later

Rachel & William update

Rachel & Williams wedding gallery is now online, it can be viewed at http://www.iantate.co.uk/gallery using the password supplied at the wedding.

Rachel & William

Saturday 10am, I arrived in Larne to photograph Rachel & Williams wedding. I started the day at a very quiet and relaxed house for a few shots of the preparations, then arrived at Saint Cedma's Church to meet William. The weather was great, if a little breezy down at the loughshore when we went for a few photographs at the Chaine memorial tower. Rachel & William were a lovely couple to work with, and the day went by smoothly.









As I was there until late evening, I also captured the first dance ..



I am currently working on the photographs, the gallery should be online this evening.

Your Feedback II

Another excellent review from a lovely couple, Gillian and David. I photographed their wedding on 25th July this year at Brookhall Farm & Narrow Water Castle.

http://www.freeindex.co.uk/profile%28ian-tate-photography%29_60166.htm

"Our wedding was a fabulous day with many memories which Ian Tate managed to capture in his unique informal style. We had a gallery of first class photographs which all our guests got to view online very shortly after the wedding. Everyone commented on how artistic they looked and how relaxed everyone was. Thanks again Ian for a very professional service and a wonderful collection of memories captured on camera!"
Gillian Dunlop - 19 Aug 2009

Fireworks

Another night of fireworks, and this time a better location with nothing but Belfast Lough in front of me...

This time we went down to the Loughshore festival to mark the end of the Tall Ships weekend.

Firework photographs are so random, so I've added a few examples.


















Above: Tall Ship on the horizon leaving Belfast Lough