For my 2017 round up, instead of a ‘pretty’ collection of portraits etc, I thought I’d gather together some of my favourite expressions and moments from the year, and what a year it’s been. I say this every year, but I’m incredibly lucky to do this job, and to be invited to spend the day with each of these gorgeous couples. Each wedding was different from the previous one, but the common theme was love and fun. Hopefully you can see from the pictures below just how much fun I had! This may take you some time, so I’d recommend getting a large cuppa ready before you start. (I think I should have called it ‘Teeth and Tears’, ha ha!)

2018 is shaping up to be even better, if that’s possible. I can’t wait xxx

Chateau Rigaud wedding in Bordeaux, France.

Sam and Matt had a confetti canon during their first dance at Russets Country House Hotel Poppy pulls a funny face during bridal prep. Lucy and her father travel to the church for her wedding at the Elvetham Hotel in Hampshire. A child wears his father's spectacles at a wedding at the Elgin Pub in Maida Vale. A bridesmaid takes a selfie in the window at the Hospital Club in Endell Street. Two bridesmaids play rock paper scissors at the Russets Country House Hotel. The bride sprays herself with perfume before her wedding at the Conrad St James hotel in London The bride smiles at her bridesmaids at the Stoke Newington Town Hall before her wedding. Two bridesmaids pull funny faces at a wedding at Cooling Castle Barn The bride looks delighted before her wedding at the Roof Gardens in London Ushers make funny faces during a wedding ceremony at the Brewery in Moorgate. a baby slaps her forehead in despair at a wedding at Stoke Newington Town Hall. Cheeky flowergirls at a wedding at Stoke Newington Town Hall - London wedding photographer The groom makes everyone laugh during the ceremony at the Brewery in Moorgate - London wedding photographer A flower girl falls down in the aisle at Stoke Newington Town Hall - London wedding photographer Passersby on a bus applaud the bride on the steps of the Ampersand Hotel - London wedding photographer London wedding photographer - a child hides under the table at the Stoke Newington Town Hall The bride does a 'talk to the hand' gesture at her wedding at the Elvetham Hotel The bride is reflected in a guest's reflective sunglasses at the Chelsea Town Hall - London wedding photographer Bride and groom laughing while signing the register at Northbrook Park - Surrey wedding photographer A group shot of the wedding party at the Brewery in Moorgate - London wedding photographer Guests play a game with paper stuck to their foreheads while at a wedding The bride studies a Wedding etiquette book before her wedding at the Roof Gardens in Kensington - London wedding photographer The groom wipes tears away during the speeches at his wedding The bride comforts her niece at her wedding at York House in Twickenham Bride and groom at their wedding at the Elvetham HOtel The bride and groom have confetti thrown at them at St Mary's Abbotts in Kensington Wedding guests on the dancefloor The bride's sister cries during speeches at a wedding at the Chelsea Physic Garden. Father of the groom stands up and dances during speeches at a wedding at The Brewery in Moorgate - London wedding photographer a beautiful bride applies her red lipstick before going in to her wedding at Burgh House in Hampstead - London wedding photographer Jo and Steve at their wedding at the Brewery in Moorgate - London wedding photographerBeautiful bride beams at the camera before her wedding at the Roof Gardens - London wedding photographer Kate and James at their wedding at the House of Commons - London wedding photographer Wedding guests on the dancefloor at The Elvetham Hotel The groom pulls a face at the camera at The Elvetham Hotel The bride high fives her bridesmaid at her wedding at the Vicarage in Kensington - London wedding photographer Wedding at The Brewery in Moorgate - London wedding photographer Tears during speeches at a wedding at the Elgin Pub in Maida Vale - London wedding photographer Wedding guests on the dancefloor at the Elvetham Hotel in Hampshire Guests watch the speeches at the Chelsea Physic Garden - London wedding photographer The dancefloor at the wedding at Russets Country House The bride struggles to get her ring off her finger at her Roof Gardens wedding - London wedding photographer Guests at a wedding laugh at the table plan at Northbrook Park - London wedding photographer Bride and groom laugh while signing the register at a wedding at Northbrook Park Groom punching the air at his wedding at the Brewery in Moorgate Groom sees his bride for the first time before the wedding at the Old Marylebone Town Hall - London wedding photographer A groomsman pretends to be a flamingo at the wedding at the Roof Gardens - London wedding photographerThe groom carries the bride at their wedding at the Roof Gardens in Kensington - London wedding photographer a wedding guest does a ballet move at a wedding at Northbrook Park a guest cries during speeches at Northbrook ParkTwo wedding guests mess about on the dancefloor The bride's sister climbs onto a window sill at an Asia House wedding - London wedding photographer A child pulls a funny face at a wedding at Chelsea Town Hall - London wedding photographer Guests play beer pong at a wedding at Twickenham Rowing Club Wedding guests having fun on the dancefloor at Chateau Rigaud in Bordeaux - French wedding photographer A bride beams in her dress before her wedding at the Petersham Hotel in Richmond Wedding guests dance at a wedding at Chateau Rigaud in Bordeaux - French wedding photographer A bride and groom walk through confetti at their wedding at Burgh House in Hampstead - London wedding photographer bridal preparation before a wedding at the Laslett Hotel in Notting Hill Gate - London wedding photographer Jodie reads a letter from her fiance before marrying at York House in Twickenham. Parents of the groom drink from hip flasks before a wedding at York House in Twickenham.Wedding guests photograph the signing of the register at St Julian's Club. Wedding guests on the dancefloor at Chateau Rigaud in Bordeaux. French wedding photographer The bride and groom wait for a taxi outside the Marylebone Hotel - London wedding photographer Guests play beer pong at the wedding at Twickenham Rowing Club - London wedding photographer London wedding photographer A guest cries during speeches at the Elgin Pub wedding - London wedding photographer A bride cries while hugging her father at the Dorset Square Hotel before marrying at Burgh house - London wedding photographer

January 9, 2018

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Hannah
January 9, 2018
Lovely Kirsten!!
Helen
January 9, 2018
Just utterly brilliant Kirsten! Love each and every frame! x
Angela Ward Brown
January 10, 2018
What a fantastic approach! Even without the 'pretty' that you do so beautifully, these are really engaging series of images. Have a brilliant 2018 lovely xx
Marek
January 10, 2018
Great moments and emotions captured, awesome stuff!
Voyteck
January 10, 2018
great round up, looks like you had an amazing year! All the best in 2018
Kirsten Mavric
January 11, 2018
Aw, thank you! x
Kirsten Mavric
January 11, 2018
Thanks Marek!
Kirsten Mavric
January 11, 2018
You are too kind, lovely.
John
January 11, 2018
Well what a thoroughly enjoyable scroll that turned out to be! This collection just oozes life and character - some of the hardest things to capture consistently - but you have a real talent for it. Bravo!
matt parry
January 11, 2018
What a fantastic idea to stick to the moments. I have loved seeing some of the editorial shoots you have shared this year so its great to see a different side to your work! really enjoyed scrolling thru........dude among the flamingo's a particular favourite!!!!!
Kirsten Mavric
January 11, 2018
Thanks Matt!
Steve
January 12, 2018
Wow! What a brilliant collection full of life, energy and so many emotions. And so much fun! Exactly what weddings should be all about and you captured it all perfectly. All the best for another amazing year Kirsten. x
Kirsten Mavric
January 13, 2018
Thank you, Steve! xxx
James
January 15, 2018
Really enjoyed those Kirsten, all the best for 2018!
Kirsten Mavric
January 15, 2018
Thanks James! Same to you.
Ashley Davenport
January 15, 2018
What a year!!! Awesome collection of images. Well done.
Albert Palmer
January 15, 2018
What an amazing collection of images! You've outdone yourself this year!
Annamarie Stepney
January 16, 2018
Great set of images Kirsten - it's truly got all the feels :) Especially love the one of the Bride hugging her young bridesmaid and the one of the baby at the reception....so funny! Hope 2018 shapes up to be equally as fab for you x
Jules
January 16, 2018
I think this post just shows why being a wedding photographer is a great job for people who love to watch people! Fab collection of images, bud. x
Kirsten Mavric
January 16, 2018
Thanks Ash!
Kirsten Mavric
January 16, 2018
Aw, thanks Bert! Means a lot coming from you :)
Kirsten Mavric
January 16, 2018
Many thanks Annamarie!
Kirsten Mavric
January 16, 2018
Thank you, my lovely friend.
Rochelle Coote
January 16, 2018
I love these! What a year you've had. May 2018 be packed with many more brilliant moments captured by you.
Tommy
January 17, 2018
So many great moments captured with lots of emotion. Best of luck for 2018!
Lisa Carpenter
January 26, 2018
Such lovely images here Kirsten, looks like an absolutely amazing year!
Kirsten Mavric
January 26, 2018
Thanks Lisa!
Karen Flower
January 26, 2018
So many wonderful moments and expressions Kirsten...brought a massive smile to my face. Have a great 2018 xx
craig williams
January 30, 2018
Beautiful colours and vibe! have a great 2018
Andy
January 31, 2018
Absolutely beautiful! Love them all
Kirsten Mavric
January 31, 2018
Thanks so much, Andy!
David Jenkins
January 31, 2018
Absolutely beautiful Kirsten. I love your colour but your black and whites are really stunning. Really great work.
Paul Keppel
February 3, 2018
What a stunning collection of moments. Every wedding should have a beer pong tabel :-)
Lee Allen
February 23, 2018
Lovely set of frames - cracking year
andy wardle
March 23, 2018
Lovely stuff Kirsten! Perfectly captured moments still full of your elegant style! Have a great 2018! x
Helen Lisk
March 31, 2018
These are wonderful Kirsten, it's so great that you've chosen to focus the moments - has a really different feel to it, and you've done it all so well. So much life and fun in these images, just brilliant! x
Matthew Long
October 25, 2018
Really beautiful photography Kirsten. What a great year.