September 29, 2013

Johan and Martinas Wedding Day

Before the trip to the USA now almost 3 weeks ago, me and the wife was over to Örebro, Sweden to attend her little sister's wedding.
And I had the great honor to be the photographer, which of course was very nervwrecking. It's their big day and they of course wanted the best pictures possible.
This was the first time I have done anything like this more seriously. Previously I have photographed two weddings but only as extra-photographer with no pressure on me.
Well since we got there a few days before the wedding I had time to also take few more casual photos too which was nice for me as I got to practice a little bit too :)
On the wedding day I followed Martina to the hairstylist, which took a bit longer than planned. So when it came to the make-up pictures it got a bit more stressful.
And at the time I hadn't even got dressed myself yet, and there was not much time which didn't make my nervs any favour. But everything worked out well because as a guy you don't have much to worry about, a pair of decent trousers and a tie ;) and your all set. So in the end I had time to take some more photos before the ceremony itself.
In the church, I felt calmer and photography went pretty well. I got the 'mandatory' pictures; the ring exchange, the kiss, the signing of the merrage certificate etc..
After church we went off to different places to photograph only the newlyweds. You would assume that it would be less stressful, but actually the opposite as the guests were waiting for us. We had approx an hour to take the planned picturs.


The party was a mix of Croatian and Swedish, croatian as the bride has her roots there and well swedish because of the groom as you could have guessed. It was a very successful mix.
While we were taking pictures, the guests enjoyed a Croatian wine and food tasting (Dingac, Plavac Mali and a blend of different cured meats and cheeses). 
A catering company took care of the dinner, and everything just was really well done.

When the dinner was done and the tables were cleared away, a Croatian band played live music. Croatian rock and folk song which was so much fun. Even though most of the people didn't understand the lyrics, the dancefloor was packed. Also, according to Croatian style, a whole grilled lamb was served. It had been roasting in the garden next to the venue since we came back from church. A whole Prsut was brought out with a selection of strong croatian spirits; Loza, Travarica and Sljivovica. All of course homemade in Croatia.
The party didn't end until the next morning.
So thanks Johan and Martina for giving me the opportunity to document your day.
















 

September 5, 2013

More heather from the Peak district NP

After we came home from Wales  I had time to take the rental car to the Peak district NP one evening and I went to a place called Hathersage moor.
I checked for places in Google that are worth visiting in the Peak District when the heather is in bloom and this place was good to visit.
There would be quite a lot of heather and it was, so now it was just to wait for the sunset but unfortunately the thin nice clouds that i wanted disappeared so the pictures where not quite as I wanted, but this was the only chance to shoot heather at sunset this year.
Several evenings before, it looked promising but a few hours before sunset the clouds came and thats not what I wanted.  I mean I wanted clouds but not so much that the sun disappears :)
Why do I mention the clouds so much, because the right amount of clouds in the sky offers nicer images, because the sun can shine on them and gives a little extra color and depth. Without clouds the sky just gets boring blue which is nice sometimes.
Now it's only 5 days left until we fly to U.S and I'm really looking forward to the trip.










September 1, 2013

Anglesey and Lleyn Peninsula

Here are the remaining pictures from the trip in Wales and now from Anglesey in the north-west Wales, and as I mentioned in the previous post, it's connected with mainland with two large bridges. It was very nice here and the flat surrounding feels weird as its just 40km from here to Snowdon massif. The second night was spend on the Lleyn peninsula which lies south of Anglesey, well worth visiting. Both places have wonderful little villages with fantastic sandy beaches.

Anglesey

Anglesey

Anglesey

Lleyn Peninsula

Lleyn Peninsula

Lleyn peninsula

Lleyn peninsula

Lleyn peninsula

Bonfire at the beach