This weekend Ian and I spent a day in London with Kirsty and Mike for a mammoth engagement session. We’re photographing their wedding next year in Poole, but as these guys live in the big smoke and they were keen to have some shots that meant something to them we thought it would be a fun idea to pop up there.

We had a lot to fit in on our day so we started off quite early in Kirsty and Mike’s home district of Archway. We weren’t sure whether or not the rain would hold out so we decided to start off by catching the bus up to Highgate to make use of the open space of Waterlow Park. First of all though, I spotted the bright tiles of a library exterior just by the bus stop. Kirsty’s already informed me there’s a green theme going on for the wedding so it seemed quite fitting.

After a short bus ride…

Mike spotted the telephone box. Gotta be done really…

Waterlow Park had so much space and lots of opportunities for photos. Laying on the grass probably isn’t a good idea if you suffer from hayfever, though.

Does Mike like butter? Apparently he does…

On our way out of Waterlow Park we stopped at Lauderdale House. There was a childrens’ party going on inside so we didn’t get a chance to have a nose, but I think they do weddings here too!

We headed back into Highgate Village after the park. We had an idea in mind that we would do a photo shoot in a nearby, amazing traditional tea shop. Unfortunately though, none of us accounted for the fact it would be rammed by the time we got there at midday. Boo. The Lavender Cake looked really nice as well. Instead, we opted for a pub over the road to rejuvenate with sandwiches, chips and fizzy pop. Look what our condiments arrived in!

Tummies filled we walked back down to Archway tube station to head into Central London. We passed a bit of Banksy art on the way.

Kirsty and Mike first met in a train station, so when we were planning our day we had a few shots at Kings Cross St Pancras in mind. Cue the second costume change of the day (good work on the wardrobe planning, Kirsty!). I’ve never been there before and I was taken by how photogenic it is.

We found a really lovely spot hidden away from view and spent a while there making the most of the lovely light.

Mike - you can really work the camera. From Dave Grohl…

to that bloke from The Feeling!

We had to make the most of that waistcoat and checked dress. Time for a bit of dancing!

After a trip to Borough Market and a cheeky half, we made our way to Embankment to catch the dusk. Then it was pizza time before Ian  and I got our train back to Bournemouth. Considering it was meant to bucket down all day we were so grateful for having a sunny day.

Love this one.. It’s like a film still.

Thank you for such a fun day, Kirsty and Mike. Looking forward to photographing your wedding!

Anyone is welcome to get in touch with us to arrange a Blossom engagement shoot. They’re a really good way of getting some pictures in locations that mean something to you. Get in touch to find out more.

Also, keep your eyes open for more news on our Blossom shoots very soon!

Emma - BB