Tuesday, 31 May 2011

Lizzy's First Birthday, Baby Photographer Chester, Sal Norris Photography, Cheshire

I thought I would share a few images from a happy occasion last week.

Baby Lizzy celebrated her 1st Birthday and as a member of the Sal Norris Photography Baby Club, I captured this special day for Lizzy and parents Gemma & Gareth to remember.

The Baby Club includes 3 on location photoshoots over 12 months, so Ive had the pleasure of photographing Lizzy as a newborn baby, at 6 months and on her 1st Birthday. As the shoot was on location at the family's home, I was able to photograph Lizzy ready for her party to start and then stay on to capture memories of this special day.

Im just including a small selection of the images of Lizzy (and not the other guests) due to permissions.






Please get in touch if you would like more information about joining my Baby Club and capturing your Baby's first year

Sal x

Saturday, 28 May 2011

Catherine & Craig Pre Wedding Shoot, Wedding Photographer Chester, Cheshire,Sal Norris Photography

Im so busy right now as April has been my busiest month for Weddings for the fourth year in a row which means LOTS of editing and little chance to Blog-sorry! I thought I must make time to share some images from a pre-wedding shoot a couple of weeks ago.

Ive quickly put together a sample of the images from Catherine & Craigs Pre-wedding shoot to share with you.

A pre-wedding shoot is part of all of my wedding packages as it really helps the Bride & Groom to gain confidence in front of the camera. The couple choose their favourite image to be wide mounted for guests to sign around (with their best wishes) on the wedding day. This makes a great alternative to a guest book and is a complimentary part of my service.

The Pre-wedding shoot is nice and casual, out on location somewhere that is meaningful to the couple.

Get in touch if you would like to know more about my Wedding Photography Packages

Sal x




Thursday, 5 May 2011

Original Hen Night Idea- Hindu Hen-do, Sal Norris Photography, Chester Wedding Photographer

Just an idea for all of my Bride to be followers, I thought I'd share a really original Hen party idea that one of my lovely Bride's to be, Catherine shared with me.

If lots of your friends have recently married then the Hen party ideas can start to get a little tired. When I heard about the 'Hindu Hen-do' it immediately caught my imagination.

Lovely costumes, glam makeup, loads of fun and colour. The costumes can be really versatile so everyone feels comfortable. Endless ideas of what the day could include
  • A belly dancing session -Bollywood Style (lots of online places to find these in all cities)
  • Henna temporary Tatoos
  • Indian Decorations- great for a garden party with lanterns etc
  • Indian food
  • and then even follow on with a night on the tiles all dressed up.

The images below are not mine, they are just from Google to give you an idea.

Share your ideas and let me know if you go ahead and use this one!




Sal x

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Sunday, 1 May 2011

Philippa & Chris's Royal Day, Wedding Photographer Chester, Sal Norris Photography, Coltsfoot Retreat, Hertfordshire

"Royal Wedding...What Royal Wedding?" These were the words uttered by many of the guests on Friday at the very special Wedding Day of Philippa & Chris.

The couple have been together for nearly 10 years and the date for there marriage was set as 29th April 2011 long before any royal announcements, so indeed it was THEIR special day.

I traveled down to Essex to capture Philippa & Chris's day for them as they had heard about me by recommendation. Im happy to travel out of the area and Im delighted that my reputation has reached so far away! I hope you enjoy a preview of just a small selection of the images that I captured of their lovely Wedding Day.

Philippa got ready at her parents home, in her childhood bedroom, accompanied by her bridesmaids (sister Julie and close friends Claire & Kirsteen).



Philippa has the most amazing big brown eyes and there was definitely an extra special sparkle in them on Friday :-)

The bridal bouquet and bridesmaids posies were a collection of gorgeous pastel roses in ivory, pink, peach and yellow.


It was such a delight to see how proud Philippa's father Andrew was as he caught sight of his daughter ready to be married....

Groom Chris was accompanied by his Best Man, his brother Stuart to Loughton Methodist Church for the ceremony.



The ceremony was truly lovely, engaging, thoughtful and funny- a real joy to be a part of.



Just a little bit of confetti....there's a newlywed couple in there somewhere!



On the journey to the reception venue we stopped to take advantage of capturing some images in this stunning field



Coltsfoot Retreat is a beautiful venue in Hertfordshire- I was so impressed with the surroundings and quality of service and experience at this wonderful location.




The couple and their guests enjoyed a Wedding Breakfast accompanied by the tinkling of the ivory keys by a really talented pianist



And then partied the night away to a live band...



Congratulations Philippa & Chris, thank you for choosing Sal Norris Photography to capture your day. Wishing you every happiness for a long and happy marriage

Sal xx

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Sunday, 24 April 2011

The Beautiful Easter Wedding of Kirsty & Adam, Sal Norris Wedding Photography Chester, Plas Hafod Hotel, Mold

This year Good Friday was very special for a lovely couple Adam & Kirsty who chose the Bank Holiday to celebrate their Wedding at The Plas Hafod Hotel near Mold.

I think pictures speak louder than words so I am sharing some of my favourite images of over 800 special moments and memories that I captured throughout their day....


The bride wore a beautiful princes gown, whilst bridesmaids Maria & Laura wore Grecian style floor length dresses. The absolutely gorgeous Brittany & Madison looked adorable as flower fairies...Aaaah.


The guys were in grey morning suits with soft pastel cravats that tied in with the Easter candy theme.


At the Plas Hafod Hotel, the civil ceremony took place in the beautiful conservatory with close family and friends looking on...


The Bride & Grooms little boy Toby looked so cute in his Page Boy Outfit!


The most perfect flower fairies Ive ever seen, with dresses made by the very talented brides mum Yvonne.


I captured this shot as Kirsty was walking out to welcome her evening guests and I just love it!...


The Easter theme included huge glass centre pieces filled with chocolate eggs and the favours were individually personalised Thorntons chocolate eggs....One word-Amazing!


Guests partied the night away and to end the perfect day-even Elvis made an appearance!!

Congratulations Mr and Mrs Wynne, it was truly a pleasure to capture your special day and thank you for choosing Sal Norris Photography

Sal xx

Monday, 18 April 2011

Baby Scarlett, Sal Norris Photography, Baby Photographer Chester, Cheshire

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting little Scarlett who is just 3 1/2 months old.

A proper little lady with beautiful long eyelashes and an infectious smile- Im sharing just a small selection of the pictures from the photoshoot here....

If you would like me to capture some gorgeous memories of your little one then just get in touch for more information

Have an amazing day

Sal x






Monday, 11 April 2011

Bloomin Marvelous! Baby Photographer Chester, Sal Norris Photography, Cheshire, Wirral



Get your 'Aahhh's ready- cuteness alert!

It may be the time of year, or even the Baby Show that I exhibited at, but either way it has resulted in a busy few weeks of the most gorgeous Maternity Bump & Baby Newborn Photoshoots.

Ive had the pleasure of meeting George, Huxley & Kristian over the last few weeks and Im delighted to share a few of my favourite images from their first photoshoots.

Visiting new parents in the comfort of their own home is a great privilege and its always a pleasure to make the new families feel so comfortable in front of the camera.

My Baby Club is a great way to capture such a special time, with 3 On-Location Professional Photoshoots over 12 months.

Get in touch is you would like more information. Gift Vouchers also available.

Enjoy!.....

Ever so handsome Huxley....



Totally cute Kristian.....

And last but not least Gorgeous George!....