To everyone who is reading this, who visited the studios in 2012 and friends and family, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Have an enjoyable festive break and we look forward to seeing you in 2013! From Mark and Mary.
Its not too late to purchase your Gift Certificates as last minute Christmas presents, which are available in various monetary values and all types of shoots from family, makeovers and boudoir sessions, there is something for everyone!
Call us for more details on 01883 344852 or have a look at our dedicated Makeover and Boudoir website www.mhpstudios.net
We have been busy this year photographing numerous bands in London and the South East. Some of the highlights this year for us have been The Royal Southern Brotherhood, Skinny Molly and City Funk Orchestra. Our photographs of Mitch Laddie, Laurence Jones and Bex Marshall have been used in the new magazine – The Blues Magazine (although they forgot to use our credit line!!!!) and have been asked to supply some images for a French magazine. Here’s a selection below – you can see more images on our dedicated Rock n Roll website www.mhpstudios.biz
Mike Estes with Skinny Molly at the Boom Boom Club, Sutton
Cyrill Neville, Royal Southern Brotherhood at the Jazz Cafe, London (more…)
Woo hoo we are finally back in the cyber world!!!
Thanks to Tim at Caterham Computing for restoring our main website!
A few photos from recent gigs we photographed, including Aynsley Lister, The Stone Electric and Erja Lyytinen!
Another busy year hear at the studio and as we had been unable to get away this year we returned to one of pur favorite destinations, Cuba. 
This time we stayed at the Hotel Parque Centrale. The Parque Central is a modern hotel located right in the center of Havana.
It has two roof top pools and modern well appointed rooms.
We had four nights here, but by the time you arrive from the airport and you include transfers to your second resort, you are only left with two half days to explore Old Havana. The hotel is very centrally located and everything is pretty much within walking distance!
This view shows the Museum of the Revoltion from the Parque Central rooftop.
Sunset over Havana, Cuba
Mark and Mary started the day by capturing Nicola’s bridal preparations at her parents home in Caterham. The usual excitement and chatter resonated around the home, as proud parents looked on.
As the final touches for hair and make up were being made, we headed off to Oaks Farm Barn, the venue of choice for Nicola and Duncan’s happy occasion.
Oaks Farm Barn is an idyllic wedding venue, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and rural beauty, in Surrey. The venue itself also has a quaint one bedroom cottage attached to it, where bridesmaids and the bride’s parents fussed around Nicola as she stepped into her gorgeous strapless Justin Alexander gown and the bridesmaids got changed into their prom style black dresses. To add a touch of colour they each held sunflowers – simple yet stunning, whilst Nicola held Cala Lillies. After a few pre ceremony photos of the bride and groom the ceremony took place.
As Nicola walked into the room, Duncan fought with his emotions as his stunning bride took his breath away – with the emotion continuing as the ceremony went on.
Once the rings had been exchanged – carried by Duncan’s gorgeous son, Connor, and the register signed, the newlyweds headed into the conservatory and onto the terrace to receive well wishes and greetings from family and friends.
Reception drinks and canapés were served on the lawn, to the sound of a string quartet, as group photos were taken. Once completed. Mark took the photographed Nicola and Duncan utilizing the stunning grounds, complete with lily pond and landscaped lawns and gardens, capturing intimate portraits of the two of them, before the rain set in.
Reception drinks continued in the conservatory as we recorded all the table decorations and details, and a cake cutting of the yummy cheesecake!
As Nicola and Duncan, the happy newlyweds and guests were called through for the wedding breakfast, the MHP team left them to enjoy their celebrations long into the night.
We are well into the busy season now for our Christmas Portraits. This year we have a special Christmas offer, which is proving highly popular (see below for details) So if you are thinking of booking a family portrait for Christmas now is the time to do so!!!!
Christmas Special – Family portrait & complimentary print for just £55!
Limited availability – contact the studio now on 01883 344852 to book your place!
(Ps Stuck for an idea of what to get for Christmas? We have gift certificates available to buy now for Fashion Makeovers and Family Portraits the make a great Christmas present)
For further information contact Jane at the studio on 01883 344852 and quote Christmas Special / MPA
We are offering you the opportunity to become a member of MHP Studios wedding team!
We are looking for a keen, enthusiastic person who is not afraid of hard work, to assist Mark on next years weddings. If it all works out, you will be second shooting (with Mark) and potentially shooting weddings for the studio in 2011!
What we are looking for is somebody who loves weddings, is keen to learn and can get along with people. No technical or photographic skills are required as we will provide all the equipment and training.
Please remember that most weddings take place on a Saturday (and more frequently Sundays these days) so you will need to be available most weekends.
All you need to do is send an email to; office@mhpstudios.co.uk
NO LATER THAN the 30th OCTOBER 2009
with your contact details and outlining why you would like to be considered for this opportunity.