Charlie's Baptisim

July 07, 2018 by gill thomas

I was recently booked to photograph little Charlie's Baptism, which took place in Barnwood, Gloucester. The vicar had requested that no photographs be taken during the service, so I had agreed with Charlie's family that I would arrive at the end of the service. After a few photos inside the Church, we went outside and did a few more family pictures. The reception was just around the corner and I had about half an hour there to take some more natural, candid photos.

If you would like to book me to photograph your celebration then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.

Happy 100th Birthday!!

June 08, 2018 by gill thomas

What a treat to photograph this inspirational woman's birthday, and not just any birthday, but her 100th!! This was my first 100th birthday shoot but it has been by far one of my favourites. Vera was an absolute gem and my goodness, she looked amazing. She was surrounded by her close family members including grand children and great grand children who all doted on their beloved grandmother. After some more formal family group photographs in the grounds of the care home, we headed back upstairs to Vera's room where bubbles were popped and cards were opened.

If you or a family member has a birthday to celebrate and would like some professional photographs, then please get in touch using my contact page or send an email to info@mouseabouttown.co.uk. Alternatively, give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you!

Confirmation @ Queens Hotel

June 07, 2018 by gill thomas

Last Sunday I was booked for two hours to cover the reception lunch of a Confirmation ceremony that took place in the Chapel at Cheltenham Girl's College. The lunch was held at The Queens Hotel, Cheltenham, and was a very smart affair.

The family live in Dubai but their daughter goes to one of the private schools in Cheltenham. The intimate party of just twenty guests included all of the grandparents and other close family members. The three course menu looked divine and I was even provided with some food, which was unexpected but very welcomed.

Alex's Baptism

May 26, 2018 by gill thomas

I've had lots of new baptism enquiries this week. The reception for this christening took place at St Luke's Village Hall in Cheltenham. The family were after a collection of mainly informal shots with one or two group pictures. As usual, the children stole the show, but the adults were more than happy for them to take centre stage!

Oscar's Cake Smash!

May 12, 2018 by gill thomas

Normally cake smashes are performed in my home studio but it wasn't possible on this occasion - due to a recent house move studio work has had to go on hold until I find new premises. My client's were keen for me to do the shoot though, having done their eldest son's cake smash a few years ago, and so suggested doing the photo shoot at their parent's house in Cranham.

I bought along all my usual props and incorporated a few personal items belonging to my clients too. The end result was great! Little Oscar had a super time, helped out occasionally by big brother Reuben! At the end, there was even time for a quick shower and change of clothes ready for some family pictures outside. Phew!

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.

Simon's 40th!

April 28, 2018 by gill thomas

Last Saturday evening I headed over to MalMaison in Cheltenham to photograph a 40th birthday party. I'd been booked for two hours to capture all the shenanigans including guests arrival, drinks and canapés reception, magic show and speeches. The theme was 80's and some of the retro outfits were hilarious - we had the Ghostbusters, Banana Man and Flash Gordon all under one roof!!

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.

Sarah's 40th!

March 23, 2018 by gill thomas

This fabulous bunch of ladies had booked a cottage in Cowley to celebrate their friend, Sarah's, 40th birthday. It was actually the second time I had met some of them - two years ago I photographed another of their 40th's at The Greenway Hotel in Cheltenham and they had loved the photos so much that they didn't think twice about booking me again.

If you would like to book something similar then please get in touch using my contact page or give me a call on 07983 465414. I'd love to hear from you! Thanks.