There is nothing like a Greek-Cypriot celebration to reinforce just how vital family and friends are to a couple taking their first steps into married life. Although the bride and groom are the natural focal point, everyone close to the couple plays a role in their big day from the stolisma that helps them prepare, to the active roles played by the couples’ parents, maid of honour and best man throughout the ceremony. Even the way everyone congregates into one happy party on the dancefloor is a testament to the importance of the support of family and friends. We always find it a beautiful and humbling experience to witness these bonds in our role.
Given our appreciation of the picturesque setting, we were delighted to provide our services for Baby Leonidas. What a joy this little fellow was! From the moment he rocked up in his high tops and hat, toddling around confidently with a friendly smile, we knew this event was going to be an absolute pleasure to film. Leonidas loves the camera and, as you can see from this clip, the feeling is mutual!
The christening took place shortly after
I was delighted to accept when the Hotel Olympic Sidirokastro in Greece asked me to provide them with contemporary professional images that they could use in their printed marketing material and on their website. An online presence is vital for hotels as a growing number of travellers are booking accommodation online, either directly with the hotel or through a third-party booking site. High-quality images are imperative,
Elsie's baptism was a pleasure to capture at the Greek cathedral of the Divine Wisdom, known as Saint Sophia church in Bayswater, which I believe is also one of the most impressive churches in London and a world-class orthodox cathedral.
Our day at Kieran’s baptism was a fun and lively. The cute and engaging toddler received the holy sacrament at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, also known as Farm Street Church, in Mayfair in the heart of London. It is not a church I knew well before Kieran’s baptism, but I am pleased to now be more familiar with it as it is a lovely building with beautiful features. It is unusually decorative for a Roman Catholic church in London with its brightly painted ceiling, stained glass windows, ornately carved altar and magnificent Gothic Revival features.
The sun shone, and puffy white clouds drifted lazily across a blue sky when Vasilis was received into the christian faith at St George Greek church in Kingston, London. Unassuming from the outside yet wonderfully decorated with gilded iconography and a stunning azure blue ceiling within, it is a place where you can arrange a christening into a lovely atmosphere.
I love my photography to tell a story, on this occasion that of Stavroula and Stathis’s Greek wedding (Griechische Hochzeit) as well as the their son's christening. It gave me great joy to photograph their special day held in Stuttgart, Germany. As Stavroula readied herself for the big moment in the family home, I caught the details of her preparations at this welcoming residence. From the moments and details to close ups of family and friends. Smiles, laughs, anticipation, excitement.
It was a day for celebrations as baby Troy was welcomed into the Church, and we were happy to be at St Andrew’s Greek cathedral in Kentish town to provide the christening images for the family.
We were quite excited when Aspa phoned us to book our services for her daughter's Greek christening. Every time we have the opportunity to capture a Greek christening, we begin with the family shots and prized portraits of baby and family. These have to be done before the ceremony gets underway. Post ceremony usually means the baby is tired and cranky with oily hair and wanting to rest which gives us little time for the quantity of shots that we'd like to have. We especially love capturing emotional christening shots of baby with mother as well as godparents. Guest's faces tend to bring out the best expressions at the moment the baby is bathed in the blessed water when the professional always have his finger ready on the trigger. Other subjects for great pictures are the close ups of decorations, baby portraits using the light from the candles, the incense burning and all the filigree details in the church. Baptism ceremonies are beautiful with no shortage of captivating objects to be captured.
Here is a gallery of a wedding at Missenden Abbey in Buckinghamshire. We started the day with a team at each of their homes where they had chosen to get ready for the big event. The couple had used a beautiful blush pink and white colour scheme, and bride looked breathtaking as she happily posed for photos with her beautiful bridesmaids and her parents. Thankfully, the day was sunny, and we were able to get some shots - both relaxed and posed - in the garden.
Here is a collection of Nikos and Fani's a wedding. The couple got married in Athens, Greece. Nikos is catholic while Fani is orthodox, and they arranged two ceremonies, one for each Church. The first one was held at the Roman Catholic Church in Psychiko and the next at the nearby orthodox church in Neo Psychiko. After the family and group photos we went to the Olympic stadium for the couple's images. We then ended in Pallini for their beautiful reception. It was a great pleasure to capture this lovely wedding. Thank you and best wishes!
Below is a collection of pictures we have done for a luxury mobile phone by Envvvy, targeted specifically for females. Envvvy is an exclusive brand that typically uses precious and/or semi precious metals and stones in their collections, justifying the thousands of pounds they charge for their luxury goods. Popular with the Arabian culture, plus all of those who shop at Harrods, this series of
Although there are tears at a wedding, they're usually the happy sort. Orthodox christenings, however, are another story! Baby Alex's big day started with sunshine and smiles, but his mood swiftly deteriorated when his two Godmothers prepared him for a chilly dip in the font. There was no need to worry though, as Alex was in good hands with Father Damianos. The priest is something of a St Katherine Barnet Christening baby whisperer, respecting that babies can feel scared in the unfamiliar setting, and calming them with his gentle demeanour. It wasn't long before Alex was smiling again. A Christening at St Katherine Greek church at Barnet is a joyous occasion.
The arrangement and preparation for the magnificent wedding of Anna and Brad took place at the Grange City Hotel in Tower Hill London. Nothing could compare with the striking view of skyscrapers like the Shard across the London skyline. I had the lucky chance of capturing a breathtaking panorama from the room where Anna and her friends were preparing for the wedding. The excitement was palpable and everyone in the room could feel it. Anna’s friends and relatives were proud to be there and eagerly walked her through the thrilling process of getting ready for her special day. Some unique image of Anna during her preparation can be witnessed as well as Brad’s with his friends and relatives cheering on and rejoicing in their joyous day. The wedding ceremony took place at the church of St Olave in Tower Hill; One of the few surviving mediaeval buildings in the heart of London.
A baby’s christening or baptism is one of the most significant early moments in their life. Baptism filming gives you a documentary record of every precious moment of this momentous day to cherish forever. In christenings not only are you celebrating their place in your family, the religious sacrament commemorates their acceptance into the church. We were very happy to capture Leonidas’ baptism at St Nectarios church in Battersea London, where Father Christodoulos officiated. Leonidas was an angel throughout the service, happily being held by his Godparents as they committed to their role in his life while his parents watched proudly. Even being undressed and immersed in the font did not upset him – I suspect this little lion loves bath time!
Sakis Kastanis is a creative hair-dresser and stylist based in Thessaloniki, Greece. Here is a collection of photos shoot we have done together.
