Testing Sigma's 50mm 1.4 Art Lens - Lauren & Dave's Engagement Shoot in Derby

See high quality versions of these photos over on my flickr.

So Lauren and Dave came over to Allestree, just outside of Derby for a little shoot in the park ahead of their wedding in a couple of weeks. I love the lake, the woodland and the fields there… I'm so lucky to live so close to such a beautiful place. The weather was a mixture, with the heavens opening one moment, strong winds and splashes of warm sun breaking through every now and then. I recently got my paws on one of Sigma's brand new 50mm 1.4 art lenses and decided to pack light and use it for the whole shoot. I've had a little play with it at my last few weddings but this shoot cemented how smitten I am with it. I've used the canon 1.8, 1.4 and 1.2 50mms and Sigma's regular 1.4 (starting to think I might have something of a problem…)  but this is my favourite 50 by far. The shoot felt like a breath of fresh of air for me… when I came to edit it I ended up trying out some new techniques and finally made a bit of a breakthrough with lightroom, which I have resisted for years now. Excited to play more with my new kit and try more new things 

Peak District Wedding Photography - Roisin & JK at Townfield Barn

Already wed in South Korea, Roisin and JK chose the beautiful surroundings of Townfield Barn, nestled in Derbyshire's beautiful Peak District. With its rolling hills and gorgeous views it was the perfect location for their outdoor hand fasting ceremony. I loved the floral crowns and the guys in their braces and flat caps… the hay bales and the moss on the tables… but most of all the atmosphere was so relaxed. I felt like one of the family. They chose to go for the optional video highlights too so I had an awesome second shooter in the form of Darren Mack. Here are some of my images and video clips from the day…