Rangefinder's 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography 2016

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"Here's to the chasers, Here's to the dreamers"

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When I started out on this journey into the wedding photography world, discovering and studying great photographers all for the sake of great art, I remember viewing the yearly Rangefinder 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography list, thinking the talent of its creatives was incredibly inspiring and always pushing the boundaries of this industry. So cutting the story real short I am honoured to have been named one of the Rangefinder 30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography... in the world. It still feels a bit unreal.

One of the things I love about the wedding industry is its close knit community. My journey as a photographer has been surrounded by incredible artists that have inspired my heart, allowed me to journey on great adventures with them and challenged me to move forward as a creative and I wouldn't be in this position if it wasn't for them. Thank you! You know who you are squad!

It's an incredible honour to to be on this list with so much talent so if you want to check the real deal of the list hola over here and the magazine here.

Thank you to Rangefinder Magazine, the industry leaders, editors and photographers involved in the process and to all the couples that allow me the honour of capturing one of the most important days of their lives whilst trusting my vision and art. The most important thank you goes to my wife Zion as I wouldn't be able to get this far without such an incredible woman. ❤️

Press play for vibes and enjoy the 30 images that made it all happen.

Here's to the chasers, here's to the dreamers.

Katerina & Mano - Cyprus Wedding

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"Through these valleys, our love goes on."

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Katerina & Mano invited me to capture their wed party in Cyprus and what a joy it was. Pedoulas is a little village in the Troodos Mountains, perfect for a destination wedding with relaxed vibes and great views. Katerina grew up visiting her grandparents in the quaint village and the more time I spent with the clan the more I realised how significant this place was to them. K&M, thank you for allowing me into your lives and the honour of capturing such a beautiful few days.

Track: Freedom Blade - This Will Destroy You

Ana & Pablo - Alicante Wedding

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"welcome to the jungle, this jungle of love"

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Ana & Pablo brought creativity, love and a heap of yum yums to their  Spanish wedding and I couldn't have been more privileged to witness it all. Ana having worked for Stella McCartney in NYC and Pablo being an incredible wedding photographer meant that they didn't hold back in the DYI elements of the day, getting stuck in with family and friends to create an awesome day full of celebration. The day was incredibly relaxed with a great party feel to it that only the Spaniards can bring, so when the first dance kicked off to Guns N' Roses the the track above just felt right to include with this post. Thank you to my buddy Serafin for having me along on this incredible adventure, the road trip alone in our tinny Fiat 500 made it for hilarious times. #chorizotodoelrato

Track: Welcome to the Jungle - Novo Amor

Dress Navascues

Crown Suma Cruz

Suit Lander Urquijo

Wedding Planner Paloma Cruz

Videographer David Rodriguez

Melissa & Tom - Fforest Wedding

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"to love and to adventure with you"

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Fforest is truly a special place. One of those rare venues that invite adventure and the wild in a relaxed feel that is perfect for a wedding. Set in rural Cardigan, Wales, Melissa & Tom invited me and their squad to experience a weekend with late night fires, mandatory local ales, wood fired pizzas and that was only the first night. You can only do Fforest one way so glamping in tipis, domes, nomad tents and loft cabins was a must. The wedding in itself was a dream and when your style is on point as these two, magic happens. Thank you for having me capture your big day M&T.

You can also read more about the wedding day on Junebug Weddings.

Dress Zuhair Murad

Suit Paul Smith

Venue Fforest

Music The Zines