Today we’re delighted to introduce Lisa O’Dwyer Photography as the newest of Fly Away Bride’s sponsors. Based in Ireland, Lisa will happily travel internationally to capture your special day. You may have seen Lisa’s work previously on Fly Away Bride including an engagement shoot which she photographed for an American couple in Guinness Store House here. We’re thrilled to have Lisa onboard and because we wanted to get to know her better we had a little Q&A…
Can you tell us a little about your company and what you offer?
I’m Lisa, of Lisa O’Dwyer Photography, an American living in County Kildare with my Irish husband and two young boys. I offer a photography service that is tailored to the individual and reflects the unique story of a couple. I studied Fine Art and Art History at university, and hope to convey a fine-art style in my photography. This style is influenced by fabulous American photographers such as Jose Villa and Elizabeth Messina. Natural light is very important to this style as it gives a soft glow to the subject. In addition to capturing the beauty of weddings, I also love to capture the fun. I’m not all about style…I’m totally about substance. I really enjoy this job!
What is your approach to photographing weddings and what is your preferred style?
I follow the main participants on the day and am always on the look-out for pure emotions and capturing the beauty in a fleeting moment. I do a little bit of posing through direction of couples. It’s always fun and natural and is never cheesy. I think people need a little direction to look their very best in their shots as a newly married couple. I’m not a photojournalist just getting snapshots. I see myself as an artist or art director always looking to make my client look their very best and truly convey their joy.
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I’m really thrilled to introduce Konrad from Konfral Photography as the newest of Fly Away Bride’s sponsors. Based in London, Konrad travels all over the UK and internationally to capture beautiful images of couples on their very special day. Originally from Poland Konrad is used to shooting in all weather extremes perfect for destination weddings…
Can you tell us a little about yourself, your company and what you offer?
Hi! My name is Konrad a.k.a “Konfral” and I’m a London based lifestyle, portrait and wedding photographer. I do most of my work on location rather than in studio. I love working outdoors, especially in the evenings when all the city lights come to life.
What is your approach to photographing weddings and what is your preferred style?
I always aim to tell the story of a wedding day from start to finish, which is why I almost exclusively take “full day coverage” assignments. I would describe my style as contemporary, relaxed and with a cinematic touch. I love capturing unstaged moments, genuine emotions, and beautiful details. I try to blend into the background on the wedding day itself, and document the story as it unfolds, but I’ll give you lots of creative ideas and some posing direction on the pre-wedding session. I love bridal portraiture, which probably comes across quite strongly in my portfolio.
Where are you based and what cities/countries are you available to for work in?
I am based in London, but prepared to travel almost anywhere for a good photo opportunity. So far, I’m booked to shoot in Paris and Prague this Summer and also do some work back in my “old country” – Poland.
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I am delighted to introduce FAB photographer and Fly Away Bride sponsor Bartek Witek Photography. Bartek Witek is an Irish based photographer who also shoots weddings in Europe and Internationally. Bartek’s photojournalism style really captures the affection and joy that is so undeniable on a wedding day…
Can you tell us a little about Bartek Witek Photography ?
I started Bartek Witek Photography with the goal of capturing people naturally. Photographing weddings across Ireland and Internationally I have gained international recognition in Documentary Wedding Photography. I am an accredited member of ISPWP, WPJA & AGWPJA.
What is your approach to photographing weddings and what is your style?
My style is Documentary / Photojournalistic. The main objective for me is to capture the wedding day in its natural state as it happens with all the emotions.
Where are you based and what cities/countries are you available to for work in?
I’m based in Killorglin, Co. Kerry in Ireland.
I’m available to travel anywhere in Europe to photograph weddings.
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I was super excited when these photographs arrived in my inbox! The first of three engagement shoots which were won by our readers… the very talented Ana Lui very kindly offered free engagement shoots to three lucky readers at a location of their choice in Ibiza.
Tamarin and Peter are planning their wedding in Ibiza for June 2012 and travelled over to Ibiza recently for a wedding planning trip to meet their suppliers and also chose to meet up with Ana for their shoot.
I really love these images, Tamarin and Peter look like they had great fun on the shoot. They even braved the sea at the end of their shoot, I’m sure the waters were very chilly this time of year!
The photo shoot was great, Ana is excellent at putting you at ease. I was really worried about having ‘natural’ photos taken, I am usually the ultimate poser in photos, and was worried about all the bits I don’t like about myself being on show. Luckily Ana is so brilliant at capturing emotion and at making you feel beautiful! I am so happy with the photos her general direction was really useful but being able to play around and be ourselves was so much fun!
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This lovely couple Louise and Andre were visiting South Africa to plan their destination wedding there when their photographer Christine Meintjes shot this beautiful harbor engagement session.
I met Louise in a little coffee bar in London a few months ago. We had a cup of coffee and chatted about their wedding day. We shared some ideas and talked about flowers and colours schemes. Then she mentioned that she and Andre, her fiancé, would be in South Africa in November to check out their wedding venue. And so I set up an engagement shoot for them. The wind was crazy on the day, but we still had some fun in the little harbor of Struisbaai.
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I love Rome, I love the food, the culture, the art, the people and the sights, did I say I love the food! Myself and Alan travelled around Italy some years ago and really fell head over heels for the beautiful and romantic Eternal City, so when we got engaged it was the perfect destination choice for us to plan our wedding.
We were over in Rome on a wedding planning trip in September and thought what better place to have our engagement shoot!
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I am very excited today to introduce to you one of our very talented sponsors, Brosnan Photoraphic. Broanan photographic is run by the lovely Christina, the woman behind the lens. Christina is originally from the US and she is causing quite a buzz in the Irish wedding market with her beautiful and fresh approach to wedding photography.
Can you tell us a little about Brosnan Photographic and what you offer?
Yes, the name is very vague, but Brosnan Photographic is basically just Christina Brosnan. I’m a photographer who’s focus is weddings. I love Love and capturing that on camera.
What is your approach to photographing weddings and what is your preferred style?
My style is natural, elegant, bespoke and a little eclectic. I like to be very discreet during weddings and let the day just happen, though I wouldn’t classify myself as photojournalistic. I think a photojournalistic style is much more edgy than mine. I like working with natural light and rarely use flash. My favourite part of the day is the time I get with the couple. My approach to working with a couple is suggestive and interactive. I feel that even if a couple is very uncomfortable in front of the camera if I keep them interacting with each other they will come across more relaxed and natural in the photos. I’m not a fan of standing still and cheesy smiles. My other favourite part of the day is the details! Details play wonders in telling the full wedding story.
Where are you based and what cities/countries are you available to for work in?
I travel worldwide! Nowhere is too far! I currently live in Kildare but meet all my clients at The Bridal Lounge in Dublin.
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