Owner / Photographer
Photography by Michael Pardoe
Runcorn, Cheshire
From Black Country Grit to Cheshire Charm: Meet Your Wedding Photographer!
Ever wondered who’s behind the lens, wielding the magic that captures your precious moments? Well, hold onto your hats, because I’m about to take you on a whirlwind tour of my life, where Black Country spirit meets Cheshire charm with a dash of photography magic!
Born and bred in the legendary Brierley Hill, I swapped the clang of steel mills for the Mersey’s gentle murmur when I landed in Runcorn. Photography has been my jam since I was knee-high to a grasshopper (yes, back in the days when dinosaurs roamed the earth and photos weren’t beamed by magic!). My first film developed at 11? That’s dedication, folks!
Fast forward to 2012, and I snagged my first event gig. A couple of years later, I took the plunge and went full-time pro. No wedding bells yet, though! I honed my skills on commercial shoots, event snaps, and the occasional family portrait (think: chaotic charm, endless smiles, and maybe a few tears – all part of the job!).
Finally, in 2014, I said “I do” to the world of weddings. Fancy training polished my skills, and in 2015, I unleashed my shutterbug fury on the unsuspecting public (don’t worry, it’s all love stories and happy tears!).
But when I’m not wrangling cameras and capturing your special moments, you’ll find me in one of these places:
- Throwing punches (or teaching others to!) as a qualified England Boxing coach ( Runcorn ABC ).
- Lacing up my boots for a good walk or a spot of glamping. Fresh air and nature, my friends!
- Belting out “Come on you Baggies!” at the match. Yes, I’m a West Brom fan, and proudly so!
So there you have it! Photographer, boxing coach, walker, camper, football fanatic – I’m a quirky mix, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Buckle up, it’s going to be a wild ride filled with smiles, laughter, and maybe a few unexpected adventures!
P.S. Looking for someone to capture your special day with a smile and a cheeky wink? Hit me up! It’ll be more fun than a barrel of monkeys (and infinitely less messy!), and just a tad less crazy than a box of frogs (but hey, who doesn’t love a little bit of crazy?). Let’s create some memories that will make you grin from ear to ear!