Welcome to Episode 12 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

In this episode, Alex is joined by the fabulous Eve Dunlop. Eve is an award-winning wedding photographer based in the Cotswolds.

Eve shares her journey to becoming a wedding photographer and her relationship with photography growing up. She also chats about her style and approach to wedding photography and her experience speaking for the first time at DocDay earlier this year

Alex and Eve also discuss the importance of adapting in an ever-changing industry & maintaining a professional relationship with clients, whether you need to label your style and her new role as a creative marketing manager.

If you want to learn more about Eve and her amazing photography you will find links to everything we mentioned in the episode below.

Website - https://www.evedunlopphotography.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/eve_dunlop_photography/

Welcome to Episode 11 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

In this episode, Alex is joined by the lovely Erica Hawkins. Erica is an award-winning documentary wedding & family photographer from Hertfordshire.

Erica shares her journey to becoming a wedding photographer, how she deals with imposter syndrome and chats about her previous careers working in the art publishing and photography marketing industries.

Alex and Erica also discuss her family photography, how important it was during Covid 19 keeping a photographic journal of family life and having her work exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery.

If you want to learn more about Erica and her amazing photography you will find links to everything wetalked about in the episode below.

Website - https://www.ericahawkinsphotography.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ericahawkinsphotography/

Little faces big feelings gallery - https://www.redeye.org.uk/exhibitions/maria-reaney-presents-little-faces-big-feelings-library-birmingham

Taylor Wessing Portrait - https://www.ericahawkinsphotography.co.uk/taylor-wessing-photographic-portrait-prize/

Covid 19 Journal - https://www.ericahawkinsphotography.co.uk/covid19photodiary/

Welcome to Episode 10 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

In this episode, Alex is joined by the brilliant Kevin Mullins.

Kevin is an award-winning documentary wedding photographer and educator based in Malmesbury.

Having shot over 800 weddings since 2007, Kevin chats candidly about his impressive career and experiences as a wedding photographer. He also chats about what inspired him to completely change his career and become a wedding photographer and why he has now decided to retire from wedding photography.

Alex and Kevin also discuss the next chapter in his photographic career and chat about his love of street photography, ideas for documentary projects, and the wedding and street photography workshops and mentoring Kevin offers.

If you want to learn more about Kevin, his amazing wedding photography, and details about his mentoring and workshops you will find links to his websites and Instagram below.

Kevin's Wedding Photography

Website - https://www.kevinmullinsphotography.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kevinmullinsphotography/

Welcome to Episode 9 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

In this episode, Alex is joined by the fantastic Ed Godden. Ed is an award-winning wedding photographer based in Nottinghamshire.

Ed shares his journey to becoming a wedding photographer and chats about his previous work as a successful press photographer capturing celebrity events, premiership football matches, and music festivals.

Alex and Ed also discuss his approach to wedding photography, the workshops, mentoring, and training resources available on his website, and how Ed likes to spend his downtime.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on Spotify where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Ed and his amazing wedding photography you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Ed's Wedding Photography

Website - https://www.edgodden.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/edgodden/

Welcome to Episode 8 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

In this episode, Alex is joined by the awesome Adam Johnson. Adam is a multi-award-winning documentary wedding photographer based in Manchester.

Adam shares why he first picked up a camera, and his journey to becoming a wedding photographer and chats about his documentary approach, his love of shooting portraits and he likes to spend his downtime.

Alex and Adam also discuss his new venture FedWed (The Federation of Wedding Photographers & Filmmakers) and its goal of supporting the community through networking events, mentoring, and workshops.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Adam, his amazing wedding photography, and of course FedWed you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Adam's Wedding Photography

Website - https://www.arj-photo.co.uk/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/arjphotographyuk

FedWed

Website - https://thefedwed.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefedwed

Welcome to Episode 7 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

On this week's episode, Alex is joined by the super-talented Phil Salisbury. Phil is a multi-award-winning documentary wedding photographer based in Manchester.

Phil shares his journey to becoming a wedding photographer and chats about his time working as a photographer at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, as well as his love for traveling, rum, and basketball.

Alex and Phil also discuss his award-winning approach to capturing emotive wedding images, why his style of photography is a reflection of his personality, and his love of wedding dancefloors.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Phil and his amazing wedding photography you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Website - https://www.philsalisbury.com/ | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/philsalisbury_/

Welcome to Episode 6 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

On this week's episode, Alex is joined by the awesome David Scholes. Dave is a multi award-winning documentary wedding photographer based in Clitheroe, Lancashire.

Dave shares his personal journey to becoming a wedding photographer, his family's history with photography, and chats about his time working for Venture Studios, shooting his first weddings with one camera and lens and being mistaken as a stripper.

Alex and Dave also discuss his award-winning approach to capturing images with a storytelling mindset, how he uses images to transition between moments during the day, and also how he curates his images for award submission

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Dave and his amazing wedding photography you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Website - https://www.davidscholesphotography.co.uk/ | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidscholesphoto/

Welcome to Episode 5 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

On this week's episode, Alex is joined by the brilliant Mairéad McDaid.  Mairéad is a Range Finder Rising Star and award-winning documentary wedding photographer based in Donegal, Ireland.

Mairéad shares her personal journey to becoming a wedding photographer and chats about her time traveling and teaching English in Korea, dealing with imposter syndrome, shooting personal work on film, and being escorted out of a church mid-ceremony!

Alex and Mairéad also discuss the inspirational presentation she gave at this year's Doc Day and talk candidly about her own experiences dealing with burnout and shares some examples of the things she does to maintain a happy and healthy work/life balance.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on  Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Mairéad and her amazing wedding photography you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Website - https://remaininlightphotography.com/ | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/remaininlightphoto/

Welcome to Episode 4 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

On this week's episode, Alex is joined by the incredible husband and wife team, Hollie & Patrick Mateer. Hollie & Patrick are award-winning documentary wedding and family photographers based in Hull.

Hollie & Patrick chat about their personal journeys into photography, how they met and began shooting together, their approach to the wedding day to get their award-winning photos, and talk about the crazy but incredible year they had in 2022. They also discuss some of their favourite wedding images from over the years and the stories behind how they were captured.

Hollie & Patrick also talk about their experiences judging photography awards and what they look for as well as offering some brilliant advice for submitting to competitions.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Patrick & Hollie you will find links to websites and Instagram below.

Wedding Photography: Website - https://www.mandgweddingphotography.co.uk /// Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mandgweddingphotography

Family Photography: Website - http://thewildchildphotographer.co.uk /// Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewildchildphotographer

Welcome to Episode 3 of To Have & Download, the laid-back wedding photography podcast.

On this week's episode, Alex is joined by the phenomenal Chelsea Cannar.  Chelsea is a Range Finder Rising Star and award-winning documentary wedding photographer based in Liverpool.

Chelsea shares her personal journey from graphic designer to wedding photographer, her childhood growing up in Cyprus and Germany, and talks about the incredible year she had in 2022. Chelsea also discusses some of her favourite wedding images from over the years, the stories behind how they were captured, and the photographers she is inspired by.

Alex and Chelsea also talk about the conception of and the idea behind The Alate wedding photography workshop which she has recently announced with her friend and fellow wedding photographer, Louise Griffin.

Don't forget, there is also a video version of this podcast available on  Spotify and YouTube where you can see all of the images being discussed on the show. And if you want to learn more about Chelsea or are interested in her workshops you will find links to websites and  Instagram below.

Chelsea: Website - https://www.chelseacannarphotography.com | Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chelseacannarphotography