2019 by This Modern Love

Every January, I sit down with all the images I've taken the previous year. Life comes at you fast these days. And this meditative milestone has become an important part of my photography practice - asking what worked last year, what could be done better, what could I try next year to keep things creative...

I've always been a documentary wedding photographer, and this has only become stronger over time. People are asking us for less and less portraits these days. They want us to focus on the story, to shoot real moments as they happen, to observe the things they don't notice, to find the humour, the connections between people.

One other big highlight of the year was having my first solo painting show in ages. I've loved the ebb of winters in the studio making slowly crafted images, flowing into whirlwind wedding summers full of energy and colour. Hopefully each makes the other stronger.

A huge thanks to all of you who've trusted us with your weddings this year. It's been a privilege to photograph days that are so full of thought and love and Guinness and maggotry. You are amazing xx

Cristina & Eric's Wedding at Home by This Modern Love

This is Cristina and Eric's wedding in Wexford. I'm still slightly lost for words to tell you how amazing it was.

Everything happened at Cristina's family home. Cristina’s dad and brother are sculptors, and their art and workshops provided the backdrop for the day. The white and glass building is the main studio. Needless to say, I have serious studio envy issues!

The wedding itself was gorgeous, laid-back and full of heart. The brief from Cristina and Eric was keep things casual and capture everyone ‘acting the maggot’. Best brief ever! I love the images of them together messing. There are so many tender moments as well. But it’s the joy in these images that stands out for me.

To all couples who hate the idea of cameras - you are our people! Do not be afraid!

Huge thanks to Cristina, Eric and their families for having us be part of their day.

Leah & Andy’s Hedsor House Wedding by This Modern Love

Leah & Andy - Hedsor House Wedding

How is it going to be possible to describe Leah and Andy's wedding? 

Complete heart and soul, all the way through. Jaw-dropping style. Quietly unconventional. Full of joy and banter and kindness. Everything that we love about weddings.

Behind the scenes too, this wedding was a complete dream of suppliers. A big thanks to Connor McClelland for second shooting for us. That awesome dance-floor shot from above is his :)

And of course a huge thanks to the lovely Susie from Knot and Pop, a ninja wedding planner, as you can probably tell.

Most of all to Leah and Andy, for being amazing humans, and letting us play a tiny part in their story