Kelly Reeves Photography

 Kelly Reeves Photography

Hi there! I’m Kelly, I run my photography business Kelly Reeves Photography, based in West London. I am a professional photographer specialising in candid portrait photography. I have been a photographer for many years however 'Kelly Reeves Photography’ is only just approaching its first birthday! How quickly time flies! Capturing people in various settings is what I absolutely love to do, shooting mostly portraits and at events.

I find people fascinating. From tiny newborn bubba’s through to a high powered businessman, each person I meet has a different story to tell. Through my lens I love to encapsulate this.

 

My inspiration is my natural love of people and personalities. Getting to know my clients and engaging with them enables me to truly create natural relaxed images. Nobody wants an image with a fake toothy grin or tense awkward posture! I love to discover and connect with my subject, then create an image that shows who that person really is. Shooting candidly I find I obtain my best images. My clients love a relaxed vibe, that is just it, my sessions are a fun, calm and carefree experience either out on location or within my studio. Whether it is children at play, on location modelling shoot or buzzing event each is an amazing opportunity for me to produce some creative work. 

Events and parties are a fantastic way for me to capture lots of people, lots of faces in a fun filled environment - just perfect! If you are looking for a portrait photographer to shoot unique stunning images, organising a party or event and want the essence captured with passion then Kelly Reeves Photography is for you! 

 

If you would to any further information about Kelly Reeves Photography and her stunning work you can contact her at the below:-

 www.kellyreevesphotography.co.uk/

Email - kelly@kellyreevesphotography.co.uk

 Facebook -  www.facebook.com/kellyreevesphotography

Twitter - www.twitter.com/kel02100

Eye Dream Photography

 

Eye Dream Photography

 

 

 

 

How and why you began your photography?

My father and grandfather were photographers and I have grown up with experience of both ends of the camera. Some of my earliest memories are of my father locking himself away in the dark room with the smell of the chemicals emanating from the room and then excitedly showing me his finished images.

Photography really peaked my interest when digital photography started to appear as I loved the fact you could instantly see the image as soon as it was taken. Initially I took it up as a hobby, but found the whole aspect of the creative side captivating and wanted to learn more and more, not only about the equipment I was buying but also about the technical side, particularly lighting as it affects a picture dramatically and is the difference between a good and bad shot.

 I set up my business Eye DreamPhotography nearly 7 years ago and started off doing people portraits and landscapes. I then did some training with an established wedding photographer who approached me as he’d seen some of my work and wanted me to ‘second-shoot’ for him and I loved it. I really enjoyed trying to get more creative images of the bride and groom and create something that was a little different. After 2 years I had the skills and confidence to go it alone with the weddings and haven’t looked back. It’s a fantastic feeling being such an integral part of someone’s special day and capturing memories and emotions they'll remember forever.

 

 

 

How would you define your style?

I have a varied style and can create classical images as well as very contemporary and creative ones. I like to be able to look at a scene and a couple and adapt to what the situation calls for. If the couple is quite quirky and wants something different that’s great, it allows me to let my imagination run wild! Even when all you have to work with is a brick wall next to a main road.

 

 

 

 

What do you find most challenging as a photographer?

Trying to fit everything in. I do all of my photography myself as well as the editing side, so balancing that with marketing and family life can be a challenge but I love what I do and wouldn’t change it. My 2 year old son is already showing an interest in photography so hopefully he will join me when he’s older and we can share the workload!

 

 

 

What would be your best piece of advice to the bride and groom on the big day?

Relax! The build up to a wedding can be very stressful and there is a lot of pressure to have everything perfect on the day. If you have picked your suppliers well then it’s their job to make everything perfect and the bride and groom should be able to relax and enjoy their wedding day. I like to offer my couples the opportunity to have a pre-wedding shoot so we can get to know each other and this lets them see how I work and helps them understand how I give gentle direction to create the images I take on their wedding day. The last thing anybody wants is to be ordered around on their wedding day. I’ve found that by giving suggestions rather than orders, creates better images because they look more natural and relaxed.

 

 

 

Whose work has influenced you most?

Jerry Ghionis is a favourite. His control of lighting and the use of locations is phenomenal. Other big influences are Yervant who has the ability to create powerful images with very little kit; Dave Nunn has a very classic style and his images are very elegant; and Iain Gomes, who is excellent with his use of light and creates some very dramatic contemporary images.

 

Website: www.eyedreamphotography.co.uk

Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyedreamPhoto

E-Mail: http://www.eyedreamphotography.co.uk/contact/