NICOLA JAY

Always Intentional

Running around a city with some cool cats in love is my ultimate happy place. Danni and Jordan were married last week and decided to extend their celebrations by hanging out with me! Biggest congratulations and all the love to you two! I had an absol
I’m so glad you're here, it couldn’t be more of an honour that you’re vibing with my work, my ethos and wanting to know more about the person behind the camera. It’s been a real balancing act of a summer and a crazy Septembe
I love photographing the speeches. Not just because of the beautiful reactions, the laughter and the happy tears, but because it’s often the moment I get to know my couples on a whole different level. There’s something so special about h
‘Love is always patient and kind. It is never jealous. Love is never boastful or conceited. It is never rude or selfish. It does not take offense and is not resentful. Love takes no pleasure in other people’s sins, but delights in the tru
"The best love is the kind that awakens the soul and makes us reach for more". - The Notebook A whimsical scene at @lartingtonhall Concept & hosts @bellebridalmagazine & @rebellemarketing Venue @lartingtonhall Draping @maedaeeven
Some relaxed moments at the gorgeous backdrop that is @thebowesmuseum for Dàire and Rhys’s beautiful day celebrating with their loved ones from near and far. It was a mega hot day filled that finished with a gloriously sweaty Ceilidh. I&
Because if I’m down with your guests - they open themselves up to me too! My whole life I’ve always been told I’ve got one of those energies where people feel at ease to tell me their truth. I’m the friend and often the stra
Oyster time - is always my favourite time. Say no more….
Robin, Dominic and that incredible dress! They had the most scrumptiously chilled day at the beautiful @marshallmeadowsmanor. The sun kissed the whole day through and the magic of that Scottish energy was flowing. These two are best friends through
I think we forget sometimes just how vulnerable weddings are. There are the usual bits, of course. Standing in front of a room full of people and saying your vows. Giving a speech. Walking down an aisle knowing every pair of eyes are on you. But th
AN ODE TO PORTRAITS There’s something I really want you to remember when it comes to portraits on your wedding day: You don’t have to know how to pose. You don’t have to know your angles. And you definitely don’t have to turn
I think this is probably one of the reasons I love photographing weddings so much. For most of our lives, we’re quite good at keeping things to ourselves. We love people deeply, but we don’t always say it. We don’t always hug for q
Always find me by that slice of light! I have always loved playing with natural light, I’m super skilled at reading a room or a landscape and having the patience to wait for the right light for the right shot. It’s my happy place!
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