As some might realise the 29th Febuary is fast approaching and there could be some Dorset ladies hatching plans. Know this Men of the world there are penalties for saying no! Read on to find out the history.
For those who hear a resounding yes a FREE Engagement shoot can be yours for those engaged on the 29th Feb. Send me an email with a photo of your proposal and I’ll organise a shoot for you.
According to an old Irish legend, or possibly history, St Bridget struck a deal with St Patrick to allow women to propose to men – and not just the other way around – every 4 years. This is believed to have been introduced to balance the traditional roles of men and women in a similar way to how Leap Day balances the calendar.
In some places, Leap Day has been known as “Bachelors’ Day” for the same reason. A man was expected to pay a penalty, such as a gown or money, if he refused a marriage proposal from a woman on Leap Day. In many European countries, especially in the upper classes of society, tradition dictates that any man who refuses a woman’s proposal on February 29 has to buy her 12 pairs of gloves. The intention is that the woman can wear the gloves to hide the embarrassment of not having an engagement ring. During the middle ages there were laws governing this tradition. (source: timeanddate.com)
Happy new Year every one. I’m looking forward to a very fun year of photography with my booked weddings. I have someone who has booked for a pool jump trash the dress shoot the day after the wedding, A brand new venue in the Isle of Purbeck overlooking the cliffs, and a Forest Beaulieu Wedding to name a few.
I had the pleasure of photographing Adam and Caroline’s wedding at the 
After completing a BA(hons) degree in Photography at Plymouth University I quickly realised my skills were with the interaction with my subjects in front of the lens. I left the graphical side of the industry to work in a studio, which I did for 4 years running 10 studios across the South coast. I then left to work for myself photographing children at nurseries, child of the year competitions, and schools. I have now focused on wedding photography as I have a passion for the creative photograph. I have found weddings give me the freedom to express this creativity whilst enjoying my work and those around me.
