Stuart Kenney Photography - The Studio

I was fascinated with photography at an early age thanks to my father. His interest in photography inspired me and I can remember how we would work together on developing and printing photographs in his darkroom in the basement of our house in London. When digital cameras first appeared on the market I was travelling all over the world for a company in the petrochemical industry. However, in my spare time my interest in photography grew and I realised the potential of digital imaging. The combination of creativity and technology that digital photography allows greatly appeals to me and I always make sure that I have the latest equipment. After leaving my job I naturally wanted to devote my time and energy on the subject I enjoyed most â?? photography. As is often the case a friend who knew that I was a keen photographer asked me to take the photos at his wedding and after that I was hooked. I loved all the emotion, action and fun at weddings and became a full time photographer. Wedding photography requires that you are experienced in all types of photography, whether it is portraits, action shots, landscapes, or detail shots of the brides dress, flowers and the table decorations. One of my favourite things about being a wedding photographer is getting to know my clients. As I usually spend all day with the couple on their wedding it is very important that we all feel comfortable with each other and many of my clients are now my friends. My style is informal and I prefer to be as unobtrusive as possible but during a wedding it is also important to be able to work under pressure to make sure that all the important shots are taken. There should also of course be some quiet time set aside to capture those special moments when the couple are by themselves to create those stunning images. I am a member of the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers)