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Fabulous Shropshire wedding photography at Hawkstone Hall I was recently invited to be the wedding photographer at Hawkstone Hall in Shropshire for the wonderful Emma and Mark. Their wedding at this historic Shropshire venue had party vibes from the very start. ...

Rowton Castle Wedding Photographer  I really love it when I am asked to be a couple’s wedding photographer at Rowton Castle Shropshire. The Grade II* listed Castle dates from the 17th century and sits in acres of stunning grounds in the heart of Shropshire. It’s...

Many couples are now choosing to have a smaller, more intimate wedding ceremony rather than the traditional full day of celebrations. I’ve introduced a micro wedding package to help brides and grooms who don’t require a full day of photography. My package is designed...

Why Is Newborn Photography Important? Photoshoots allow us to reminisce about some of the most memorable and important moments in our lives. Be it a wedding, anniversary, or the birth of a child—these moments quickly go by before we even realise, and it’s important...

You may have so many questions about your newborn photography shoot, so below I have written my own guide to newborn photography.  At what age should newborn photos be taken? The best time for newborn photos is between seven and 14 days after birth. The first few...

Spring into Spring with my family mini shoots!   Spring family photoshoots  -  a perfect shoot to allow you to update your wall art and gift images to others.  I love Spring for so many reasons and it’s a perfect time to take family photos to...

Personal branding photography is for the business owner who recognise the importance of not hiding behind your logo, but being visible in your own marketing.  New year, new head shot for 2023 More and more it’s important to be visible and approachable when it...

Mini shoots and special offers for January Well hello 2022 and I hope it’s a very happy one for you. If you had a baby during the pandemic – aside from getting through it with a small person, you will also by now have what we call ‘a sitter!” No, I’m not suggesting...

Which starter DSLR camera should I buy? Shropshire based Catherine Evans Photography has been sharing its years of experience by running photography courses for beginners. Yes, I have been a professional photographer for nearly 15 years now. My speciality areas are...

Competition Time! It’s been a tough year for many so let’s share a little Christmas cheer. I’d love to see your beautiful Christmas tree images. Let’s see how creative you can be.   The winner will receive a fine art print of your beautiful image plus 10% off my...

Weddings during covid - Old Downton Lodge Wedding  Weddings during Covid – yes, they are still going ahead for a few brave couples and I wanted to catch up with one of my couples to share with you what it was like. James and Penny had a beautiful Old Downton...

Choosing a Shropshire Wedding Photographer It must be a minefield with where to start when choosing a photographer for your wedding in Shropshire or Wales. I have been a professional wedding photographer for over 10 years now, working across Shropshire, Herefordshire,...

A Beginners Photography Course in Shropshire  Are you one of those mums or dads who has a great camera but doesn’t know how to use it fully! YET!! Do you often get some great shots of your children but sometimes run into problems and aren’t sure why? Then...

Exciting news… Photography Courses in Shropshire I am now ready to release my two photography courses, a beginners photography course and a children's photography course.  Have you got a great camera but not sure how to use it fully? Or generally just pop it into...

Bluebell Photography for family photoshoots April and May are beautiful months for child and family photographs as the bluebells emerge and make a great backdrop for photoshoots. I adore this time of year to take natural family portraits. Bluebells can be tricky to...

Spring Family Photo-shoots in Shropshire Spring seems to be one of the most popular seasons for portraits, and what’s not to love? You have gorgeous lighting, beautiful budding scenery, and lots of beautifully coloured flowers and stunning blossoms. It’s my favourite...

A Response to COVID-19 Coronavirus 2019 After the increasing coverage and a number of enquiries over the past couple of days  regarding COVID-19 (CoronaVirus 2019) here is a little information for all customers with any concerns. Below is an outline of a plan and...

The Land of Fire and Ice has become a traveller's dream in the past few years – and for good reason: Iceland is an incredible country, with features that you won’t find anywhere else in the world . I recently visited Iceland for a long weekend with my...

Family photographs can help develop child's positive self-image I recently read a fascinating article which said that family photographs can help develop child's positive self-image. A survey conducted by an international portraiture company questioning 1,000 parents,...

Fine art baby photography Walk into any card shop, browse the internet for posters and you’ll find adorable pictures of babies which is why newborn photos are works of art. Properly posed newborns are arguably just about the cutest thing out there. Far from spamming...

The wedding you really want There comes a time in every bride-to-be’s life when you have to decide on the wedding you really want – and it’s really no different for a wedding photographer in Shropshire! I am based in south Shropshire, where my home and studio are. I...

I meet a lot of new mums in my job as a newborn photographer in Shropshire and I like to think my newborn sessions provide a relaxing time for them, which got me thinking about self care tips for new mums. Whether it’s your first, second or third baby, you’re still a...

Dewsall Court Wedding For a stunning venue and the perfect setting look no further than a wedding at Dewsall Court. This winter I was privileged to be invited to photograph the wedding of Kay and Ric Miller at Dewsall Court in the stunning county of Herefordshire. I...

All weddings are unique, which is the special thing about them, but the outdoor weddings at Garthmyl Hall are something really special. This summer I photographed the wedding of James and Jacqui Mackay at Garthmyl Hall in Montgomery, Powys. It’s a Grade II listed...

HENLEY HALL, LUDLOW.  I recently organised a spring, stylised bridal shoot at Henley Hall, Ludlow. Henley Hall is a new wedding venue which offers such wonderful opportunities for photographs and a spectacular day. Henley Hall is a Grade II* listed country house...

TWO HEADS ARE BETTER THAN ONE – AND SO ARE TWO CAMERAS! Catherine Evans Photography, based in Shropshire – is officially a one-man band. However I do offer a fantastic option of having a second photographer. So WHY would you choose a second photographer?  I try to...

Don’t let your treasured wedding pictures pass you by! Design a stunning wedding album with your photographer.  How do you choose the perfect wedding photographer? You will likely have received lots of recommendations from friends, you might have done a social...

Wedding at Delbury Hall, near Ludlow.  I absolutely love being a wedding photographer in Shropshire and I get to work with some truly wonderful people at some wonderful locations. This summer I got to shoot the wedding of Lisa and David, who live in Suffolk but...

This summer I had the most amazing opportunity to be the second wedding photographer for my mentor Kate Hopewell-Smith at Blenheim Palace.   I have taken part in various training sessions with Kate, one of Britain's leading wedding and lifestyle location photographers...

At Catherine Evans Photography, based in Shropshire, I would reccomend an engagement shoot/pre wedding shoot in preparation for your big day.  This experience helps many of my wedding couples feel a lot more relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera on their big...

Shropshire Newborn photography – why it’s ideal in the first 14 days Many people call me after they’ve had their baby and google Shropshire newborn photography and they have settled in at home and have spent some time with their new arrival thinking it might be a good...

To pose or not to pose? If you’ve stumbled across Catherine Evans Photography, been recommended by someone or are reading this now – please enjoy looking through my wedding galleries and have a think about what sort of imagery you want of your big day. Hopefully you...

Baby photoshoot at home WHAT IF we remembered what the beautiful moments of our family life were *really* like? 

As a lifestyle and specialist newborn photographer in Shropshire, I love documenting my clients’ day to day lives, as they take their first steps...

Family photo shoots are often an investment that you make to mark the completion of your young (or not so young!) family. These are photos we can do at your home, in my studio or at a favourite location of yours to help you treasure your family unit forever....

Group Wedding Photographs and the dos and don’ts As a leading professional Shropshire wedding photographer, it’s my job be part of the wider team which really helps you enjoy your special day without having to worry about anything. So to take some stress out of the...

Why we should print our images These days, everyone seems to take loads of photos and store them digitally and share easily and quickly online. Wonderful. We live in a digital age and this is the way our photos have graduated. Gone are the days where you have to lug a...