Laura Blight Photography: bridge

Tuesday, 29 October 2013

Mr. & Mrs. Langley

12.10.13

I've never shot a wedding before but when my friends asked me a while ago if I would, I said yes. The main reason being is because I know the couple fairly well and thought it would be a good opportunity to have some fun with it. Luckily my friends didn't want any of the awful staged, cheesy wedding shots that you often associate with wedding photography. It was hard-work at times coping with different lighting, coordinating large groups of people and generally thinking on your feet and quickly but knowing the couple meant they were instantly more relaxed in front of the camera and that I could get the shots I wanted.

Friday, 8 February 2013

Guatape, Colombia

06.02.13

Colourful Guatape is also close to Medellin so definitely worth a bus ride for a day or two. Its basically surrounded by lots of man-made lakes where you can swim, take a boat ride or fish for trout.

The huge ´Guatape Rock´ (El Penol) is believed to be a meteorite which arrived over 70 million years ago. It stands at over two hundred meters tall and you can climb the 829 steps to the top for amazing views of the countryside.

Tuesday, 29 January 2013

Popayan - Colombia

14.01.13 - 16.01.13

I was super excited to get into Colombia, as I've heard such positive things on my travels so far. The drive up to Popayan from Pasto was simply stunning. Rolling green hills with a tropical edge and leafy palms.

I stayed in Popayan a few days with its beautiful architecture and white washed walls. Many of the museums are set in colonial buildings which were lovely to stroll around.

Popayan has been named the 'City of gastronomy'. I had one of the best 'Alumerzos' ( lunch of the day ) with tender chicken in a creamy spinach sauce, seasonal vegetables and a chocolate mousse. Sadly I do think the chef was French!