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October 2007
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Brand New Website Updates
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Gift Cards Make Great
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With just 8 weeks to go until Christmas, there is still time to think
about your long gift list before the shopping days are upon you. If you
are like me, the list grows every year and I run out of ideas pretty
quickly and the thought of battling the holiday crowds to buy the gifts
in stores gives me cold shivers! Everyone loves the gift of a photo so
how about surprising your nearest and dearest with the personal gift of
a Gift Card for a photo session? My new look gift cards look absolutely
gorgeous and I’m sure they will be a big hit presented on Christmas day.
Buy your
Gift Cards
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Special Christmas Offer - Family
Portraits
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It’s that time of the year again
when we consider freezing the moment with a family portrait. The kids have
grown, our hair color might have changed and our extended family might not
have seen us in a while, so now is the time to organize your annual family
portrait session.
If you haven’t had the chance to give it thought, don't panic as there still
is time to seize the moment before it's too late to capture your family
memories this year. Celebrate your Family with Portraits during November and
SAVE $170. Book a photo session today for just $50 and SAVE $170 on our
usual prices. Sessions are being offered for $50 and this includes a FREE
photo session as well as an 8x10 Fine Art Gift Portrait, all worth $220.
Sessions are limited and they are being offered on a first come first serve
basis. This offer is available for bookings made by November 15th and orders
must be placed by November 24th to guarantee Christmas delivery.
Book your session NOW.
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New Boutique Products _ Custom Jewellery & Canvas Wraps
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Over the summer my studio underwent a complete overhaul
and part of the changes is the introduction of a new line of gallery canvas
wraps ad customized handmade jewellery.
The breathtaking gallery wraps canvas portraits are wrapped around a 2 inch
stretcher frame for a fine art finish. Your photos are painstakingly treated
for the best artistic finish and carefully assembled so they arrive ready to
hang and for your enjoyment. One of my most popular wraps has been the Baby
Announcement gallery wrap that is a custom designed montage of images with
baby’s sonar scan, a maternity photo, and the very first photos of baby –
perfect for baby’s room. With my boutique jewellery range, each jewellery
piece has one of your very own photos exquisitely hand fashioned by local
artist, Stephanie Anne. The pieces have to be seen to be appreciated as
every attention to detail has been thought of. Mom, Grandma or any lady in
your life would appreciate the gift of a personalized jewellery
piece to treasure forever.
Read more about my
Boutique Products
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Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend -
Gina as Marilyn photo shoot
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Ask any women how she feels when she wears genuine
diamond jewellery and the answer most probably will be that she feels like a
princess! During the summer I had the fun task of photographing local model
and actress, Gina Travis, for the article in Barbara McKay’s Fall/Autumn
Premier Bride magazine. The article I had conceptualized and designed was to
show brides how they can look like a movie star on their wedding day. Gina
was a pleasure to photograph and after she got over her initial nerves of
wearing $250,000 worth of diamonds kindly provided by Lions Jewellers of
Ballantyne, Gina soon became Marilyn Monroe. I was aiming to achieve a
George Hurrell ‘Hollywood’ look in the photos and Gina gave me exactly what
I was looking for. Keep your eye out for Gina as an extra sitting on the
train in the upcoming movie ‘Leatherheads’ starring and directed by George
Clooney, as well as Renee Zellwegger. Our photo shoot took place just days
after Gina appeared on the local North Carolina movie set and she still had
stars in her eyes after meeting and speaking to George Clooney himself.
Read the article
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Wedding of the Month - Love in the
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Lindsey and Michael celebrated the union of their love
on one of the picture perfect days I have had the privilege to be part of
this year. On October 13th 2007 they tied the knot at the St. Patrick’s
church and celebrated their reception at the premier venue of the Charlotte
City Club, which stands 8 floors high with a beautiful view of the city. It
was so much fun to hop aboard their horse and buggy for the ride from the
Duke Mansion, where Lindsey and her ladies got ready, to the church and then
on to the reception in town. I was so excited to have captured a fabulous
portrait of them frolicking in the park with a gorgeous view of the
Charlotte skyline.
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In-hospital Birth
Portraits Rave Reviews - Capture Baby's first breaths of
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It has been a
great honor and privilege to be part of the most special and miraculous
moments in any parents life. Over the past 4 months I’ve had the joy of
being able to capture the wonderful moments of child birth and the arrival
of several precious babies. My service called ‘’In-hospital Birth
Portraits’’ is getting rave reviews and it is increasing in popularity. It
entails me documenting the emotional moments during labor and delivery
allowing Mom and Dad to focus on the task at hand. Not all parents like the
labor process documented, so I often capture just the very first hours of
baby’s life (during the initial 24 hours) and the resulting emotional
moments between Mom, Dad and baby as they meet each other for the first
time. While Mom is still recovering, I compile a precious musical slideshow
that serves as a birth announcement to all friends and family. Read more
about it on my
Baby
Photographer
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In the Press - Barbara McKay's
Premier Bride magazine
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 I always get excited when I get to see my work in print. The newest
Fall/Autumn issue of Barbara McKay's ''Premier Bride Charlotte'' features 2
of my wedding stories (look out for the bride in the red dress), a special
article I wrote about ''Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend’’, an event where I
photographed Barbara at a jewelry launch at Beya Couture Jewelry, and a
congratulations engagement page. Copies are available now in all main
bookstores, and if you would like a complimentary copy give me a call I have
box loads!
The brand new edition of ‘’Little Ones’’ magazine is also out this week that
features my newly designed maternity, baby and child advert. Get your copy
at most major children’s stores in Charlotte.
Click here to read
the articles in the
Press Releases section
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Birth & Anniversary
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Congratulations to these proud new parents on the births of their bundles of
joy: Grace (born July 12th), Zayd (born August 26th), Mackenzie (born August
28th), Carson (born September 12th), ), Jacquiline (born October 12th).
Congratulations also to my bridal couples as they celebrate their first year
anniversary of love: Matthew & Andrea (October 7th) and Tamara & Jon
(October 21st).
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April 2007
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Milestone Gala with Beya Couture Jewelry ( April 20th) |
Bridal Couture at it's finest
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Spring Fling at Waxhaw Elementary (April 21st)
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Enjoy a fun filled day out with the at the Waxhaw Elementary Spring Fling on Saturday April 21st. I will be displaying my child and family portrait collections of canvas portraits, albums and much more. The kids can enjoy the candy apples, cotton candy, bouncing castles, balloons, slides and much more.
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TV appearance on Fox News Rising (April 24th)
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The Light Factory ''Shoot Out'' (April 28th) |
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'Celebrate Mama' Event (May 5th) |
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Mothering Across Continents Charity (May 7th) |
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''Best of Weddings Contest'' My first US win |
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Merit Award in PPNC photography competition |
Professional recognition for excellence
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February 2007
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Barbara McKay introduces Manolo Blahnik
Opening of Charlotte's Upmarket store Niemen Marcus
Barbara McKay, celebrity and public speaker, has been a television presenter and teacher to hundreds of thousands of viewers and listeners via television and radio for many years. As a national treasure, Barbara was invited as the star guest at the launch of new the Fall/Autumn collection of top branded shoes by designer Manolo Blahnik. I was so excited to be invited to attend the mini ''tea party'' in the middle of the shoe department of the well know store. A group of ladies comprising of Barbara's friends and colleagues were introduced to this season's ''must have'' shoe line. We were treated to a delicious breakfast and we went home with a ''goody bag'' of sample facial creams and mini facial, compliments of the store.
One of the photos I took from the event was featured in the local newspaper, the Charlotte Observer.
Read More about
Barbara McKay here & visit her
website
Click on my
Press Release page to see the articles in more detail.
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New Style Gift Cards Available
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With the end of year rush to finish all the projects we've been putting off during the year and the Christmas holidays looming, buying friends and family Christmas gifts before December 24th can be an ordeal. Why not do your gift buying now and give yourself extra time to enjoy a bubble bath, write those Christmas cards or plan the Christmas meal? Gift cards are an excellent gift and always very appreciated by those who love to cherish family memories. Grandma would love a portrait session with her grand children, Dad would love to update his office photo with a recent one of his family, Mom would love to encourage Dad to have their family portrait taken before the kids go off to college! You don't even have to worry about rushing to have your portrait done before Christmas, simply present your Gift Card to your nearest and dearest on Christmas morning and schedule your appointment for the new year when you've recovered. Gift cards are available in any amount and valid for 3 months.
Special offer: Buy your gift cards BEFORE December 20th 2006 and benefit from earning yourself an extra 10% on your card. Consider it my Christmas gift to you!
Email me or Call 1.888.344.0894 today to purchase your Gift Card.
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USA magazine "Destination I do" prints photos
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American national wedding magazine features my stock photos...
American publication, ''Destination I Do'', is a national magazine featuring exotic locations to tie the knot. A collection of my stock photos of Greece were used in the Winter 2007 2006 issue for ideas of a Grecian wedding getaway.
Click on my
Press Release page to see the articles in more detail.
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Photos in ''Wedding Ideas'' UK bridal magazine - August 2006
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Fiona & Lee's wedding photos featured in ''Real Life Weddings'' Wedding Ideas magazine...
The happy bridal couple, Fiona & Lee, have recently celebrated their first anniversary on August 12th and to mark the occasion they had their wedding photos featured in the ''Real Life Weddings'' section of this national British wedding magazine, Wedding Ideas.
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Photos in ''Beautiful Weddings'' UK bridal magazine - August 2006
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Once again the same collection of images from Gemma & Tom's wedding that were printed in the June issue of ''Wedding Ideas'' were printed in the inaugural issue of this new up market British based bridal magazine, ''Beautiful Weddings'' (published by the same company).
Click on my
Press Release page to see the articles in more detail.
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Wedding of the Month - Hilton Head Island
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Beautiful venue you just have to see for yourself... (Click here to view the
mini slideshow of this wedding)
I had the wonderful privilege of sharing in the special weekend celebration of Tamara and Jon's wedding on October 21st at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. I had the opportunity to meet the bridal party at the rehearsal dinner the evening before as I was graciously hosted by the bridal couple at their party hotel. The big day took place at Wexford Plantation and what a spectacular place to exchange wedding vows! We were blessed with ''picture perfect'' weather and the ceremony took place overlooking the yachts moored in the dock. We had to fight the light with only 30 minutes to spare to grab our romantic ''kissy'' shots and we captured the essence of the day. The romance and excitement lasted right into the evening and everyone had a ball dancing into the night. The happy couple headed off to Hawaii for their honeymoon.
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Now I lay Me Down to Sleep
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Partnered with the national charity ''Now I lay me Down to Sleep'' I offer free services to families experiencing the trauma of a terminally ill child or baby, as well as infant bereavement photography. A sensitive way of capturing these lasting images of a beloved child. Please let me know if you know of someone interested in this complimentary service.
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Portrait Journal Collections
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A Portrait Journal is a natural ''lifestyle'' portrait captured in an artistic way. With this style of portrait you are presented with a collection of images that portrays the subject in a natural setting using natural light. No fancy studio equipment just me and my camera. I see it as an invitation into a subjects environment to observe and capture the mood of the day. I just love being invited to ''play'' at a child's home and once parents see the images of their little angles they fall in love with them all over again!
A Newborn Birthday Portrait is a collection of images of baby's birth and their very first breaths of life. Captured during the labor and delivery (Mom's modesty is sensitively considered), and the very first few days Mom and baby are still in hospital; these beautiful memories are artistically preserved for you to treasure forever.
Read more here...
Choose from our extensive range of products such as custom designed leather albums, coffee table books, designer bags, greetings cards, framed Heirloom art, Desk Art, and slideshows on DVD.
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Portrait Party Concept
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Earn yourself FREE portraits when you refer your friends and host a Portrait Party. Just like the jewellery and Tupperware parties you've hosted at your home for years, your very own Portrait Party earns you rewards just for sharing your address book. Consider it a little bit of ''Me Time'' when you come and enjoy an evening of emotive and entertaining ''movies'', stimulating conversation and delicious snacks.
How it works is that you let me know when you can arrange a mini ''tea party'' for at least 3 of your friends when you supply the food and organize your get together. The parties are hosted at my studio in Waxhaw (or at your home if you prefer), and I will give you a set of complimentary Portrait Party invites to hand to your guests that you can fill in and mail out, then keep track of your RSVP's.
How it works: For every friend that books a portrait session with Photo Lyrical you earn yourself $25 banked on your Gift Card just for being nice! Invite more friends and earn more credits so you can enjoy a complimentary portrait experience yourself. Perfect for Mother's Day Out groups, Toddler groups, Church groups etc.
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New website updates and Logo
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A new season warrants change and so I felt a new ''look'' was in order to embrace my new studio location. Photo Lyrical Photography now has a new logo to accompany all marketing pieces for better brand awareness. Just in case it doesn't make sense, the logo is made up of a 'P' and a 'L' all in one so everyone can recognize, draw and relate. Let me know what you think by
email...
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| New Location New Numbers |
It has been an eventful past few months with lots of change. Of special note is that I have now moved from the UK to the USA and relocated my photography studio. I will still be available for photo projects in the UK (especially weddings) as I plan to visit frequently. Please make a note of my new telephone and address by visiting my
contact page, my email address remains the same.
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| Happy Anniversary |
Congratulations to my 2005 brides & grooms on your first year wedding anniversary. With the madness of my move over the past few months I have not had the chance to offer my congrats to you yet...Congratulations!!!
Elizabeth & Paul April 9th
Gemma & Tom June 11th
Kate & Oliver July 23rd
Sarah & Matthew July 30th
Fiona & Lee August 12th
Charlotte & Daniel September 9th
Beverley & Hugh October 22nd
Jennifer & Stephen December 10th
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November 2006
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Photos in print in UK bridal magazine - July 2006
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Gemma & Tom's wedding photos to appear in ''Wedding Ideas'' magazine...
Time has flown since their big day on June 11th 2005, but Gemma and Tom are as much in love as ever. Their fabulous wedding memories will be appearing in the ''Real Life'' section of the next issue (edition 32) of the national British bridal magazine called ''Wedding Ideas'' magazine. Grab your copy on June 23rd when it hits the shelf.
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Wedding to appear on BBC TV
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Charlotte & Michael's wedding documentary to appear on BBC 2...
The historical York Minster was the setting for Charlotte & Michael's wedding on April 29th 2006. The British television channel, the BBC, produced a documentary of the Minster and is to feature the wedding in one of their episodes. The documentary about the York Minster will be on British screens around September, so keep an eye out for an excited lady photographer (that would be me) running around in the background organising the guests under the weight of 2 cameras. Read the Press Release...
PRESS RELEASE - 10th May 2006
Wedding at York Minster to appear on BBC
The York Minster is to feature in a TV series this autumn on BBC 2. The series is to be a 6 part documentary about the York Minster and highlights the individuals who work there.
Local York resident and York Minster Visitor Guide, Steve Burton, was highlighted in one of the episodes as the father of the bride during the wedding of his only daughter, Charlotte Burton.
One of the many features the York Minster offers is the opportunity for local bridal couples to exchange wedding vows in the historical building. Charlotte and Michael Ero, were wed on a picture-perfect day on April 29th at the York Minster and the ceremony was officiated by The Reverend Canon Glyn Webster, Chancellor. The Stamford Bridge Singers, led by Mr. Michael Wiles, offered their harmonious melodies during the moving ceremony. A crowd of residents and tourists shared in the celebrations and gathered outside the Minster after the ceremony to cheer the couple on their auspicious day.
The happy couple enjoyed their story book wedding after a romantic courtship. Charlotte and Michael met after they went on a blind date after being set up by their mutual friends.
The wedding itself was a tale of two cities as it united Charlotte, who grew up in York, and Chicago born Michael, in a romantic setting. The celebrations were a multi national affair with guests travelling from afar a field as Chicago, San Fransisco, London, Los Angeles, Liverpool and even Leeds!
ENDS
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Mimika scoops prestigious awards
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Yorkshire BIPP bestows 2 awards...
I'm delighted to have scooped 2 awards in this year's Yorkshire BIPP (British Institute of Professional Photographers) photo competition. As the ''Overall Social Photographer of the Year'' and the ''Avant Garde Wedding Photographer of the Year''. I'm delighted to have 'beat the boys' in this male dominated association. The annual competition attracts entries from all professionally accredited photographers in the Yorkshire area, and I'm excited to have had my wedding photos gain some coverage. Read the Press Release...
20th April 2006 - Girls Rule in Regional Photo Competition
It was an all-girl win for two York based professional photographers in last nights' annual Yorkshire BIPP print competition. Kate Cooper, of Bailey Cooper Photography, plucked the award for 'Yorkshire Commercial Photographer of the Year'; and Mimika Cooney, of Photo Lyrical Photography, scooped the overall 'Yorkshire Social Photographer of the Year'.
Both ladies are members of the Yorkshire regional British Institute of Professional Photographers (BIPP), and every year the competition decides between the top class entries from professional photographers across the county. This year's competition attracted over 200 entries in 10 categories and each category resultes in 4 merit winners and one overall category winner. The categories are grouped into 2 further disciplines: mainly the Commercial discipline that covers Advertising, Architectural, Press and PR, Fashion and Illustrative; and the other discipline of Social photography that covers Classical Wedding, Avant Garde Wedding, Studio Portrait, and Environmental Portrait. Mimika also managed to grab a merit in the Illustrative category.
The British Institute of Professional Photography is the premier qualifying body for professional image makers in the UK with over 3500 national members covering every type of photography. Largely a male dominant association, women in the photographic profession have had to break through the boundaries of stereotyping to level peg with their male counterparts. The number and quality of female photographers is gaining momentum as more ladies decide to join the profession.
The BIPP holds a national annual competition called the British Professional Photography Awards (BPPA) and it gives members the opportunity to receive intense publicity as winners of this prestigious competition. The exhibition travels to various high profile sites across the UK and overseas. Both Kate and Mimika, who have previously won titles in the national competition, will be flying the flag for Yorkshire later in the year in October.
Click on my
Press Release page to see the articles in more detail.
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| Training for photographers |
Mimika invited to speak at BIPP meeting...
I've been invited by the Midlands region BIPP (British Institute of Professional Photographers) to give a talk to other professional photographers about my photography. Along with all the pretty pictures that I will be displaying, I will be sharing advice and tips about running a successful photography business. Here is the advert...
Mimika to offer talk at Midlands BIPP monthly meeting
Enjoy an evening of education, entertainment and networking at the British Institute of Professional Photographers Midlands regional meeting. Mimika offers her time to other professional photographers with tips and tricks of how to make a successful photographic career. Amongst the collection of pretty photos that will be shown, Mimika will be talking about the following topics...
-Shooting from the heart: how to create images that pluck at the heart strings
-Online marketing methods that sell: website design tricks & tips
-Earn more work less: how to become a designer label
-Marketing methods that actually work: referrals, networks, PR & campaigns
-Photoshop 1-2-3: how to make your subjects look beautiful in 3 easy
steps
Date: Tuesday July 25th from 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: The Lee Marston Hotel & Leisure Complex, Haunch Lane, Lea Marston, Sutton Coldfield, B76 0BY
Email: Paul Deverill (MidlandsBIPP chairman) for further information
bippmidlands@mac.com
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Other Awards
Mimika awarded prestigiousProfessional Photographic Awards ... |
*Yorkshire BIPP Overall Social photographer of the year 2006
*Yorkshire BIPP Avant Garde wedding photographer of the year 2006
*Mario Acerboni/ Master Photographers Association overall Yorkshire Wedding Photographer of the Year 2005
*Society of Wedding Portrait Professionals Pictorial Photographer of the month for March 2005
*Society of Wedding Portrait Professionals Pictorial Photographer of the month for July 2005
*Society of Wedding Portrait Professionals Portrait Merit for the Photographer of the month for July 2005
Click here for more info about Mimika's
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