Wow, so 2016 has been a unexpectedly wonderful year that couldn't have wished to have been better! I feel so privileged and mega thankful to have photographed so many awesome couples and portraits. (My favourite images from 2016 below). They say that a third of creative businesses fail in the first year... happy to say my business is going strong! Thank you to everyone who has helped me along the way such as my entrepreneurial friends, photography friends, family members, housemates and last but not least, my amazingly supportive partner, Rob!!

With over 7,000 edited images delivered to all the lovely clients I've had the pleasure of working with, 14 weddings documented, 8 Engagement Sessions and loads of portrait sessions and events photographed, I can say it's been a busy, busy year - but I've certainly loved it!

Having looked over this past year, 2016 has been a year full of 'firsts'. So I thought I'd dedicate this blog post to that. Here's a summary of 'firsts' this year.

"Thank you for your lovely email! And for sharing these stunning images with me - you have most certainly grabbed my attention with your first shoot, I absolutely love everything about it - including your reasoning behind it. It’s nice to see some Asos dresses in a gorgeous elopement shoot! And the light is wonderful. So it’s a definite yes from me! I’d love to publish the shoot on the English Wedding Blog." 

- Claire, The English Wedding Blog

"My new husband and I would like to say a massive thank you to Nisha for capturing our day so beautifully. You put us at ease from the beginning and made us feel very relaxed. I would absolutely recommend Nisha as a photographer for any event, and the photos are gorgeous! Thank you again Nisha - Tanya & Rhys Hunter-Robinson xx"

I'm so happy to have documented Tanya & Rhys' wedding last month at the seaside hotel, Christchurch Harbour Hotel in Dorset. Certainly one of my favourites this autumn as they were just incredibly lovely, warm and welcoming to everyone; it just all felt amazing. 

"Nisha was the perfect photographer for us - she really understood what we wanted and was dedicated to making it happen. So many friends and family members mentioned how friendly and enthusiastic she was on the day and she captured so many lovely moments without us even noticing she was there most of the time!She was the perfect fit for the relaxed wedding we wanted and the photos are beautiful. Thank you so much :)"

"Many thanks for the Sneak Peak photos. They look gorgeous.
We (and our family & friends) really like them.
We both enjoyed the photo session.
You made it so much easier and relaxed. Thank you!"

Happy to be sharing Aniko & John's gorgeous Engagement Session photos from last month with all the vibrant autumn colours and trees. They're getting married 30 September next year and so it was such a lovely idea to photograph their photoshoot this autumn to capture the spirit and colours of their wedding venue, the charming Mount Somerset Hotel, in Taunton. Aniko also told me her favourite season is autumn and I think it's is one of my favourite seasons to photograph Engagements too!

"Thanks for the photos, they look great, 

especially the ones where we are being silly."

Excited to document Nicola & John-Paul's wedding this Saturday in Portsmouth Registry Office at Mildam House and in Boxgrove Village Hall near Chichester. They've known each other for over 10 years and it's wonderful to witness their bond and admiration they have for each other. I had the pleasure of photographing their Engagement Session only 2 weeks before their wedding date and I love how down-to-earth, goofy and comfortable in front of the camera they were together. It was Nicola's idea to visit Manor Farm Country Park in Bursledon outside Southampton and what a beautiful vast location it was! The autumn trees and colours with the warm golden light made this session one of my favourites to photograph. Certainly love a Sunday Session.  It's amazing knowing there's so many wonderful places to photograph in Hampshire. As much as I love the open landscape and gorgeous romantic photos, its the silly ones that shows they were simply meant to be!

Just by looking at these photos you can tell they're best friends in love. 

Eeek can't wait till their wedding tomorrow! 

Recently got engaged or looking for your ideal wedding photographer this winter? 

I'm excited to announce I'm offering 10% off my full priced packages on winter weddings next year. If you're getting married in January to March 2017, I'd love to hear from you!

(​​Not in conjunction with any other discount or tailored package - subject to availability.
Valid on the Ultimate, Full Day and Half Day packages only.)

You can find the my wedding packages detailed on my Wedding Investment page. 
Packages start from £625.

Please drop me an email at nishahaqphotography@gmail.com or enquire via my contact form. 

Please state your date, your wedding venue/locations, your fiancé's name and which package you're interested in.

You can also read what other customers thought of their wedding photography on my Lovely Words page.

Look forward to hearing from you! 

Thank you x

Thank you guys!

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"Thank you so much for yesterday! We were so glad you were the person documenting our special day, everyone mentioned how nice you were and what a great job you did! The sneak peaks look brilliant and we can't wait to see the rest! Once again thank you so much for being there yesterday we would definitely recommend you to other people and use you again in an occasion."