Posts Tagged ‘Angus’

Engagement Photography in Carnoustie | Roddie & Edel

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

Roddie proposed to Edel on Christmas Day. He wanted to make their engagement special, so on his way home to Carnoustie from nightshift as a fireman, he stopped at Carnoustie beach. Roddie ran, so he would not be late, and hid champagne and flowers among the rocks before continuing home. The engagement ring was safe in his pocket. When he reached home Edel wondered why Roddie looked so warm and thought it a bit strange when he said he had forgotten to turn the heater in the car down. Then thought nothing else of it.

A little later, when Roddie suggested they go for a walk it seemed like a good idea. Edel had no idea that Roddie had a surprise for her, that he had an engagement ring hidden in his pocket. As far as she knew they were just enjoying a quiet walk on a beautiful Christmas morning. Imagine Edel’s surprise when they reached the rocks and Roddie proposed, giving her a beautiful engagement ring before retrieving the champagne and flowers from the rocks.

Since that day Carnoustie beach has held a special place in the hearts of Roddie and Edel. When Edel’s best friend Holly gave them a wedding present of an engagement photography session, there was only one place we were going. I hope you enjoy these photographs taken at Carnoustie beach and their home.

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Bride to be during engagement portrait photography session at Carnoustie

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Couple during an engagement session with photographer

Fancy a Fundamental Facial? | Photography Promotion With Pure Beauty of Dundee

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Photography Promotion with the Pure Beauty Salon of Dundee

As I enjoy a little pampering myself, I am thrilled to be working with the Pure Beauty Salon in Dundee to offer Pure Beauty clients the opportunity to enter a draw for a complimentary portrait session and wall art from Louise Beattie Photography. All Pure Beauty clients who book a Fundamental Facial during the month of June will be entered into the draw. There can only be one lucky winner but all participants will be eligible for a half price portrait session too.

Tayside beauty salon

Family Portrait Photography

Portrait sessions with Louise Beattie Photography are relaxed and informal, a chance for the family to enjoy some time together. We begin at your home before moving to a couple of your favourite places – it can be the garden, the beach, or the park where your children like to play. By taking some time to get to know you and giving you the space to be a family together I can create beautiful images of you and your family, that allow your personality and connections to shine through.

Photograph of tender moment between father and son on a beach

Following the photography session your images will be premiered to you at a projected viewing session where you can relax and enjoy a slideshow of your images presented with music. This is often an emotional time for families as seeing their lives celebrated in this way is usually a new and joyful experience. With a little help, you then choose how you would like your images presented. Whether you are looking for beautiful bespoke framed prints, gorgeous canvases and stunning acrylics for your walls or you would like your body of work presented in a handcrafted Queensberry book, I can help you make informed choices for this investment in your families heritage.

Some information about Pure Beauty

Pure Beauty is owned by Beauty Therapist Jennifer Inglis, who has been in the beauty industry for 15 years; qualifying from Dundee College in 1995 with City and Guilds Beauty Therapy and Electrical Epilation. After work experience at a health farm Jennifer knew she would prefer working in beauty salons, where she could still give relaxing treatments but could build up relationships with her clients.

Photograph of lady having a facial treatment in Dundee Beauty Salon

After working in a salon in Montrose, Jennifer was offered the opportunity to work in one of the best salons in Dundee, where she worked for over 7 years gaining valuable experience.

Beauty therapist giving a facial treatment at Tayside beauty salon Pure Beauty

In September 2003 she struck out on her own and opened Pure Beauty within Red Hairdressing in Invergowrie. As the business expanded it became necessary to add a second treatment room, so Pure Beauty moved to it’s own premises at 318 Perth Road, Dundee on 17 July 2007.

Dundee Pure Beauty salon owner Jennifer

Pure beauty offers all aspects of beauty treatments in a relaxing environment.

“I’m passionate about the beauty industry and committed to giving excellent treatments within a peaceful relaxing atmosphere.

Hand treatment image at Dundee beauty salon

Fifteen years on from qualification and my enthusiasm continues to grow for my work, I love to help people feel relaxed and good about themselves whether it is through massage, manicure, facial or even eyebrow or leg wax, surprisingly clients find the treatments relaxing because it is time for themselves.

Photograph of manicure at Tayside beauty salon

To book a family portrait session with Louise Beattie call 01241 815655 or e-mail studio@louisebeattie.com  If you would like more information about our fun and relaxed portrait sessions visit the website.

A Scottish Highland Wedding – More Photography From Dean and Dani’s Celebration

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Dean and Dani were married at Forter Castle in Glen Isla towards the end of last year. I posted some images of the preparations here and it is high time that I posted more images from their day.

The castle has some beautiful details and is a unique and peaceful setting.

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Dani dressed in the Lairds Room which sweeps across the entire breadth of the castle. The room has a four poster bed and is fitted with traditional antique furnishings, including a writing desk positioned in one of the turrets  and a library area on the opposite side. Perfect for a newlywed couple.

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With a beautiful chapel, Forter Castle is perfect for intimate weddings.
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The dogs wanted to be included in the day too….

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If you would like to see more of my work visit my wedding photography website or give me a call on 01241 815655, I would love to hear from you.

Do your eyebrows shape up? | Joining forces with Cosmetology in Broughty Ferry

Monday, May 10th, 2010

May promotion with Cosmetology Beauty Salon.

It’s often said that your eyes are the window to your soul. For something so beautiful wouldn’t you want the frame to be perfect?

That’s why Louise Beattie Photography have joined forces with award winning beauty salon Cosmetology of Broughty Ferry, Tayside.

Throughout the month of May, any Cosmetology client that books a course of eyebrow shaping treatment will be entered into a prize draw to win one of my fabulous lifestyle portrait sessions and wall art – with a value of £300 inc. Everyone who books a course of eyebrow shaping treatments will entitled to a 50% reduction on portrait session fees so even if you do not win this fabulous prize you can still enjoy an afternoon with Louise Beattie Photography.

I am passionate about creating stunning portraiture, and producing masterpieces that will become family heirlooms, and would love to photograph you and  your family.

Please take a look at my website  www.louisebeattie.com to view the beautiful and evocative images. If you would like more information call 01241 815655 or e-mail me at louise@louisebeattie.com

Stretching and Playing at Guthrie Castle | Wedding Venue in Angus, Scotland

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Guthrie Castle, Angus

I recently posted a sneak peak of a couple of images from a photography session at Guthrie Castle with model Emily and hair and make up by Sandra Cormack of SC MakeupArtistry. This historic Scottish Castle is a beautiful and romantic wedding venue, with its own walled garden dating back to 1616, private loch and 9 hole golf course set in 156 acres of natural beauty.

Photography at Guthrie Castle, Scotland

Wedding ceremonies can be held in the walled garden, the castle chapel, for smaller weddings, or Guthrie Village Church which is just a few minutes away. All types of wedding ceremonies can be held at the castle – from traditional religious ceremonies to civil partnerships, Celtic, Asian and themed weddings. The castle can cater for small or large wedding parties and you can find out more here.

Photograph of bride at Guthrie Castle, near Dundee and Aberdeen

Becoming a Better Photographer

I love photographing weddings, It is a privilege to be allowed to share in the most important day in a couple’s life and to be trusted with telling the story of their wedding. It is also a huge responsibility, so I am always striving to be a better photographer, to make each photograph better than the previous one. I regularly participate in training workshops and seminars to improve my skills, learn new techniques and see new ideas but the best way to grow as a photographer is to practice. Or as I like to think of it – stretch and play.

Wedding photography at Guthrie Castle by Tayside based photographer Louise Beattie

Although I take photography very seriously, I use the word play because I love what I am doing so much. And in this photography session I really did feel like I was stretching and playing.

Reflection of bride in a photograph taken at Guthrie Castle, near Dundee and Aberdeen

Wedding photography with a fashion twist

You can see more images from this photography session in the slideshow below. If you would like to see more  photography or learn more about my wedding photography services including destination weddings throughout Scotland and Europe contact me by clicking on this link or call me on +44 1241 815655 or visit the website.