So here we are already, Christmas Eve is upon us. It's been a busy December which is good, we always like having customers! The advent calendar was a success and we've gathered lots of lovely new contacts. The icy and snowy weather caused a few disruptions and cancellations but nothing drastic. All of the prints, frames and vouchers that were bought for Christmas have been delivered or collected, and we hope there will be plenty of smiles tomorrow when they are opened. Between Christmas and re-opening in January it's going to be just as busy for us, although not nearly as exciting. Admin, admin, admin! The new studio software is going to get a proper going-over, we have a mountain of tidying to do and a whole heap of new flyers to design. And at some point the quarterly newsletter, although that may well turn into a new year letter instead...

Thanks to all of our customers - some of whom are returning for the second or third sitting! - despite the general gloom of the current economic situation people do still place a value on creating lasting memories.

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year.

Somehow a fortnight has slipped past without me really realising it... although in my defence I have been in Strasbourg for a few days, which has put my working week out somewhat!

It's been as busy as we would expect - or at least hope! - over the Christmas period, with people getting their portraits taken for presents, vouchers being bought for family and friends and events and functions dotted about. In amongst all of the work we've had the regional Master Photographer Association awards, and are pleased to report on some success! A first place in the Commercial Category and a second in the Pets will do quite nicely thank you v

ery much. Added to the general merriment was the annual Christmas dinner, with the obligatory (and very tasty) turkey and trimmings.

We've also had a winter wedding - Abi and Will were lucky enough to not be snowed on but the temperature was certainly a test, particularly for the shots outside. St Lawrence Church at Stratford Sub Castle is a beautiful little church, and the reception at Wilton House added an extra level of beauty to the day. Abi looked stunning and Will was dashing in his military dress, along with his guard of honour. Their will be some more pics viewable soon but it's only fair that the happy couple get to see them first. Below is a taster though...

And so we charge onwards to Christmas and the New Year. Plenty of work to be done behind the scenes over the festive period to get us absolutely ready and focussed for January. Bring it on!

Here it is then, our newest marketing idea. As advent calendars are a central part of Christmas we thought we'd create a virtual one. A number of local businesses have donated prizes and we hope that between us all we can create a little more business for each of us. And of course the lovely people of Salisbury just might be able to get a few extra presents for the price of a text! Check out our facebook page to see how it works.

Alongside the Christmas Lights and advent calendar, Salisbury also has an added delight for late-night shoppers in the shape of the busking caravan, and the sounds of just about anything and everything! Brave are those who supported the musicians on Thursday, with temperatures at about -3...

As well as all of the above we've had a couple of sittings and a viewing this week - we get to meet and photograph some lovely people and the three brothers we photographed recently are absolute stars!

Today we have a winter wedding; fingers crossed for Abi and Will that all the guests make it to the church safely and that all are wrapped up for the cold weather! Last night's rehearsal went well and the church is beautiful. It should be a lovely day.