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A bit about me…

A long time ago, in a house far, far away a little girl was given a camera for her seventh birthday…

And that’s how it all began. Many years later I studied photography for my degree, came away with a First, and started work in the industry immediately.

Many years later, one of my proudest moments was unexpectedly winning ‘Welsh Photographer of The Year 2018′. I only went there for the food, and burst out crying like I’d won a BAFTA!

But awards aren’t everything.

To me, photography isn’t a ‘job’. I think that’s the wrong approach. It’s an art, but most of all it’s the closest thing to a time-machine we have. So I approach it with the respect I believe it deserves.

I will get to know you, your story, event, or celebration. I will distill and capture forever the very essence of what you need.

On a personal level, I’m an outdoorsy person. I love traveling, experiencing new cultures, and scuba diving. I’m a serious foodie – and I love a delicious, crisp glass of Sauvignon blanc! (Marlborough, New Zealand, in case you were wondering…)

I’m a keen environmentalist, too. To this end, I’ve stopped using leather products, and I am proud to say the business is almost plastic-free.

(I’m aware this sounds a bit like a ‘Tinder’ profile, so I’ll stop here!)

So to summarise I’ll simply say this: photography IS me.

So if you like what you see, and think I could help capture what you need, please reach out today!

I’m easily reached by email, phone, or social media. Thank you!

Sometimes you can just feel the energy, I know I'm Sometimes you can just feel the energy, I know I'm sounding all hippy-dippy but it's so true!
From the very first moment, we started chatting about your day, I knew it was going to be incredible. 
Emma and Sam wanted the whole event captured.
So, we began the evening before with a shoot on the beach as family and friends arrived.
Being big into running, Emma and Sam started their day with Park Run on Barry Island! 
And, I was right there being a sports photographer before bridal prep.
Apart from the fact that Emma and Sam are two beautiful souls made for one another, what made this wedding even more spectacular to capture was that they embraced every part of who they are as a couple. 
They broke traditions and made their day their own. 
BIG LOVE!!
P.S.
Some serious procrastinating over here when trying to pick just nine shots for this post! Expect many more parts from this wedding because it was simply AMAZING!!
@sammyev 
@emmadavis0811 
Venue - @rosedewfarm 
Makeup and Hair - @jennamcdonnell6 
DJ - @stylishentertainment 
Event - @parkrunuk 
Bridal Shop - @true_romantica 
Shoes - @esskashoes
Rhiannon and Jamie FINALLY got married at Oxwich B Rhiannon and Jamie FINALLY got married at Oxwich Bay last week!
They've waited forever to say their I do's. Rhiannon said to me in the morning during bridal prep "It's been so long waiting that today seems like a dream!"
And well, it was a dream (Ok, a bit of cheese there, haha!)
Like many others, they postponed back in 2021. Then they had twins, and moved house too!
We managed to just about dodge the rain and get some photographs on the beach, and quite literally run back to the marque for the rest of the celebrations. 
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@rhiwilliams95
@jamie.white94 
Bridal Shop - @lauramaybridal 
Makeup Artist - @saradymondmakeup 
Hair Stylist - @calon_bridalhair 
Groomswear - @dyfedmenswear 
Florist - @misselthwaiteflowersltd 
Venue - @oxwichbayhotel 
Accessories - @rachel_burgess_bridal_boutique 
Film @onevisionphoto 
Evening Entertainment - @ultraphotobooth
What an incredibly beautiful way to start Wedding What an incredibly beautiful way to start Wedding Season 2023. 
Diesy and Gavin's wedding guest, Andres called up a few weeks ago to chat about booking as a surprise to the couple.
Once we started chatting about things in more detail Andres said that they were actually getting married in Barry!
Since moving to Barry in 2018, I've not shot any weddings here. So, I was delighted to be able to use some of my local beauty spots!
@deisycarrillo75 
@porthkerryparkproject 
@andresfdz 
#barry #barrywedding #valeofglamorgan 
#cardiffweddingphotographer #elopementphotography #welshphotographer #intimateweddingphotographer #love #porthkerry
Just got in after a pre-wedding shoot at Llanwit  Just got in after a pre-wedding shoot at Llanwit Major Beach for Emma and Sam. 
And, quite frankly I couldn't wait to share a little sneaky peek!
They're getting married @rosedewfarm tomorrow!
So lovely to meet you both in person. I can wait to see you tomorrow, starting with @barryisland @parkrunuk Run in the morning! 
Eaaakkk!
Also, how INCREDIBLE is Emma's dress?!
@emmadavis0811
@sammyev
Shhhhhhh... Let me tell you a little secret. YO Shhhhhhh... 
Let me tell you a little secret.
YOUR GROUP PHOTOS DON'T HAVE TO BE TRADITIONAL!!!
In the process of planning a wedding with couples, I'm often asked "Do you to capture group photos?"
Natural reportage shots that truly document your day are always going to be the ones that tell your story best.
But, setting aside a little time for some group photographs with your nearest and dearest is something I urge you to do! 
And, well as you can see you do not have to look all Victorian and serious about it!!
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@fonmoncastle
@Fairyhill
@insolecourt 
@canadalodgelake
@barnatbrynich
@penarthpierpavilion 
@llanerchweddings 
@oldwallsgower
Dogs at Weddings. Yay or nay? Yay, of course! Dogs at Weddings. 
Yay or nay?
Yay, of course! 
There's plenty of ways you can have your furry little friends involved in your big day. 
You could have them as ring bearer with treats guiding them down the isle. 
Did you know that there's are even companies that produce doggy video footage for weddings?! I've seen some and they're awesome!
And well, personally I bloody love a dog at weddings! 
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
#dogsatweddings #dogs #petsatweddings#weddingphotography
#weddingphotographysouthwales #cardiffweddings
Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus! So, here's a little We Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus!
So, here's a little Welsh story of love for you. 
Yasmin and Geraint got married in the Welsh seaside town of Penarth.
They said their "I Do's" @holmhousehotel
and later we strolled down to the pier for some golden hour photographs with the bridal party. 
www.KateStuartPhotography.com 
@penarthpierpavilion
@holmhousehotel
@yasmin_leigh14
#welshwedding #welshvalentinesday
#welshbride #bridetobe #cardifffweddingphotographer #cardiffwedding #penarth #penarthpier #santesdwynwen #southwalesweddingphotographer
Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus! Thought I'd share a li Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus!
Thought I'd share a little welsh love from a wedding in the popular seaside town of Penarth. 
If you're wedding planning at the moment, check out @holmhousehotel this venue is gorgeous and you've got so much opportunity for photographs too!
#santesdwynwen #welshvalentinesday #welshbride #love #penarthwedding #southwaleswedding #cardiffwedding #weddingplanning #bridetobe2024 #bridetobe2023
Www.KateStuartPhotography.com
@yasmin_leigh14 
@holmhousehotel
It's my Dad's heavenly birthday today. Happy Birth It's my Dad's heavenly birthday today. Happy Birthday, Dad!
It's got me thinking back on all the wonderfully unique ways that couples have honoured their loved ones that have passed. I've seen so many lovely ones over the years.
If you're wondering about this yourself then here are some ideas for you...
Wear a Piece of Their Jewellery or Cufflinks
Tie a Photo or Trinket to Your Bouquet
A display of framed photos on a table with candles
You can even get pendants engraved with their handwriting
You can basically do whatever you like!
You can even make it a little fun and include shots of their favourite drink!
I had to choose this particular set of photos because there was too much connection. Abby and Steven, my Dad's favourite tipple was Teacher's and his name was Malcolm! 
@abby.j.malcolm
Florist - @francisfloraldesignsuk
Makeup Artist – @scarlettmakeupartist
Hair Stylist – @hair_by_bow
Venue – @pencoedhouse
Evening Entertainment – @idoo_photo_booths
Videographer - @beealiciaphotography
Bridal Shop – @wed2be
Grooms-wear - @Slatersmenswear
Bridal Prep - @llanerchweddings
Www.KateStuartPhotography.com
It's been a little while since Emily and Tom got m It's been a little while since Emily and Tom got married in Taunton but I'm still not over their romantic shoot in a rowing boat on lake during golden hour!
It was an utterly beautiful moment to capture, including all the giggling at our rusty rowing skills. 
Gawd, I bloody love my job! 
www.KateStuartPhorography.com 
@thewhitecollection
@mossbros
@byannabellamakeupartist
@louisealway
@widcombegrange 
@wanderingwingband
@emily_geens
@pengief
Spring is just around the corner. Yay! Can you fe Spring is just around the corner. Yay!
Can you feel the afternoon's beginning to stretch out a little further?
It''s got me thinking about Abby and Steven's day at @pencoedhouse . 
Their stunning colour palette of soft pastels could not have been more fitting for their venue's Blossom tree, which was in full bloom on their day. 
If you're planning a wedding at the moment, have a think about your venue during the season that you're getting married. 
You can use the natural element and colours to compliment your ideas or even as inspiration for your day. 
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
@abby.j.malcolm
Florist - @francisfloraldesignsuk 
Makeup Artist – @scarlettmakeupartist
Hair Stylist – @hair_by_bow 
Venue – @pencoedhouse House
Evening Entertainment – @idoo_photo_booths 
Videographer - @beealiciaphotography Alicia
Bridal Shop – @wed2be
Grooms-wear - @Slaters
Bridal Prep - @llanerchweddings
#weddingpplanning #lightandairy #springweddingtips #pencoedhouse #cardiffwedding #newlyengaged #welshbride #cardiffbride #dogsatweddings #cardiffphotographer #weddingtips
Need some alternative ideas for your wedding day? Need some alternative ideas for your wedding day?
Here's one...
Why not ditch the sparkler's and opt for bubbles?
Heck, you could even use them instead of confetti!
Whether you're keeping things traditional or making your own traditions, remember it's your day and you can plan it however you want!
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
@ajley97
@lauramaybridal
@slaters
@jwaandco
@clogaugpld
@lysaghtinstitute
@prioryhotel&restaurant
@vwweddingswales
#weddingpplanning #southwaleswedding #alternativewedding #nontraditionalwedding #bubbles #newlyengaged #weddingtips #weddingideas #isaidyes #cardiffwedding #bristolwedding #
Prynhawn da/Good Afternoon! So, recently I did a Prynhawn da/Good Afternoon!
So, recently I did a poll and asked what you Lovely Lot would like to see more of on my feed. 
The response was an overwhelming "Kate on her adventures!"
So, I'm making a promise to show this mug of mine a lot more in 2023.
Yesterday I went out to a few of my favorite local spots to get some updated shots. 
Yep, that's me, standing in a vest top with snow in the background. Do I look like I can't feel the camera in my hand or have I managed to get anyway with it?!
Anyway...
Hello to all the people that have followed me and my photography for many years. Thanks for your support, you've allowed me to live my dream. A little cheesy but so bloody true!
There are lots of new followers recently too. So, I'd like to introduce myself to you.
Hey! I'm Kate. 
I've been a photographer since 2006.
I shoot weddings, commercial, and family photography. 
I'm from Cardiff but live on Barry Island. 
My age is, ummm 21...?
On a personal note, I absolutely love the sea and being in it which is pretty much why I moved to Barry. 
If you thinking about getting some photography done. Reach out to me in my DM's, I'd be delighted to answer any questions. 
Anyway, enough moidering for me. This post is way longer than I intended.
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Oh my word, I'm working on soo many exciting thing Oh my word, I'm working on soo many exciting things at KSP headquarters at the moment. 
I can't wait to share it all with you very soon!
In the meantime here's some utter joy at Danielle and Luke's wedding at Canada Lodge during seriously hot summer days. 
(I'm hoping that looking at these might keep me warm as I'm about to train outside in 1c.)
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
@danielle_yarr_1900
@Studio_j8
@Elliegilpinmua
@mayflower_florist01
@CanadaLakeandLodge
@allisonjayne_bridal
#bride2022 #cardiffbride #southwalesweddingphotographer #welshwedding #cardiffphotographer #bristolwedding #treephotography #treelove #shesaidyes
Watching Mum and Dad get married. Just over here Watching Mum and Dad get married.
Just over here loving Shelley and Salo's selection for their wedding album. 
Seeing this photograph in print today has just given me so much joy! Literally have been smiling away whilst creating their book. 
Can't wait to deliver it, I know it's going to have so many thumbs flicking through it for years to come. 
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@shellz18
@speedy561985
Bridal Shop – @bellemarieebrid 
Groomswear – @weddingsatslaters 
Makeup Artist- @victoriafoxmakeup 
Florist- @elynboutiqueuk
Rings - @hsamueljeweller
Evening Entertainment - @RetroDJ
Newly engaged? What not book a engagement shoot t Newly engaged?
What not book a engagement shoot to capture this exciting time. 
We'll pick the perfect location, go for a stroll and capture some photographs that you'll look back on in years to come.
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
What a year 2022! Thank you to every couple thay What a year 2022!
Thank you to every couple thay invited me to capture your wedding day. 
I travelled all over the UK this year and every wedding was incredible. 
I've got so many exciting bookings for 2023 and can't wait to travel even further next year. Eak! 
Big Love 
Kate X
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
Confetti chaos and some lovely words from Emma the Confetti chaos and some lovely words from Emma the bride. 
"Kate photographed our wedding day back in September and we are delighted with our photos she captured us and our friends and family perfectly. It's not just the fantastic photography but also how lovely Kate is to deal with, she is so friendly our guests loved her. She was a fab calming presence with me and my bridal party in the morning. Would recommend Kate to anyone, you will have the most beautiful photos"
Www.KateStuartPhotography.com
@emsglover1981
Venue - @llanerchweddings Vineyard
Bridal Shop - @Allisonjayne_bridal
Grooms-wear - Slaters Menswear - @Slatermenswear
Makeup Artist - Kirsty Rowlands - @Kirstyrowlandsmakeup
Hair Stylist - Scarlett Knight - @Scarletknighthairbeauty
Florist - Best Buds - @bestbudsbysamara
Rings - Alicat Jewellery- @Alicatjewellery
Accessories - Kathleen Barry - @Kathleenbarryaccessories
Just got engaged? And now thinking, I've got a we Just got engaged?
And now thinking, I've got a wedding to plan and I'm no event organiser. 
Well, I've got something just for you. 
That's my recommended suppliers list for South Wales. 
Drop me a quick DM and I'll send it your way. 
Big Love 
Kate X
www.KateStuartPhotography.com
#southwaleswedding #weddingtips #weddingpplanning #newlyengaged #christmasproposal #cardiffwedding #isaidyes #syesaidyes #imgettingmarried
Did you get engaged over Christmas? Firstly, a MO Did you get engaged over Christmas?
Firstly, a MOOSIVE congratulations from me to you!
So, you've told your nearest and dearest and announced it over socials. 
You've also eaten too much cheese, and now you're thinking, oh yeah, I've got to arrange a wedding and I'm no event planner!
Well, I've got something just perfect for you... 
That's my recommended suppliers list.
I've been shooting weddings in the South Wales area for waaay over a decade and I know all the suppliers I'd personally use if I were planning a wedding. 
Want it? Just drop me a DM and I'll happily share it with you. 
Right now, back to excessive amounts of cheese and Bailey's coffee. 
Big Love, Kate X
Www.KateStuartPhotography.com
Sophia and Josh's seriously stunning winter weddin Sophia and Josh's seriously stunning winter wedding at Crowcombe Court in the Somerset hills just a few weeks ago. 
Editing this beautiful day at the moment and it's definitely getting me all Christmassy!
@sophiawall9451
@joshfreeman8
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Venue - @crowcombecourt 
Bridal alterations @abigailwestrupbridal
Makeup Artist – @thebeautyspotsouthwest
Hair Stylist – Kirsty Bragg
Florist - @Lilyvioletmay
Evening Entertainment – @audiovultures
Videographer - @henrycinematicsweddings
#somersetwedding #bristolwedding #winterwedding #crowcombecourt #welshwedding #somersetweddingphotographer #cardiffwedding #cardifffweddingphotographer #autumnwedding #lightandairyweddingphotographer
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