Tony Hackett Photography

14/11/2024

Are you getting married in 2025, or 2026?

The diary is already filling up with weddings throughout next year and moving into 2026, so if you want to secure a date, best to do it sooner rather than later!

I am happy to work with you with whatever budget you have to ensure that you get the photographs you'd like. My style is best described as documentary photography. The majority of the day I am in the background capturing your day and the real moments. I normally combine this with some portraits of the two of you. How much time you spend on the portraits is entirely your choice, as it’s your day.

Drop me a message to find out more!

11/11/2024

"They went with songs to the battle, they were young,
Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow.
They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted;
They fell with their faces to the foe.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

- Laurence Binyon

Today is Remembrance Day, a time to pause, reflect, and honour those who sacrificed for our freedom. As a photographer, capturing moments is my passion, but today it’s about honouring those who gave everything for the moments we have today.

In my work, I see stories unfold through the lens – moments of joy, love, hope, resilience. It reminds me how every face and place has a story, just as those who served did. Let’s take a quiet moment to remember their bravery, their selflessness, and their legacy.

07/11/2024

We love capturing your special day, but we photograph so much more.

No matter the event, we will be there during all the special moments to make memories. Let us capture the moments so that you can be in them.

Find out more about the services we offer - https://www.tonyhackettphotography.co.uk

30/10/2024

Life is so busy, that sometimes we forget to just stop for a moment and appreciate what we have around us. Capture the little moments, a memory to hold onto for a lifetime, something to cherish.

As well as being an event photographer, I often do family shoots too. We can visit somewhere that means something to you and take shots that depict your family perfectly! You can even bring your four-legged furry friends along too!

Drop me a message and let me know what you're after and we can work on putting together the perfect day for you!

27/10/2024

Here at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club and Events For U - Basingstoke have done a fantastic job of decorating

25/10/2024

See you here at Sandford Springs Hotel and Golf Club this coming Sunday.

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🌷Sandford Springs Wedding Fair🌷
💍Sunday 27th October 2024 | 10am - 2pm💍
🌻Pre register - [email protected]🌻

Photography - photoforrester.com

25/10/2024

“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.” – Karl Lagerfeld

A photo is more than just a moment in time. It's an emotion, it's a piece of history, and it can never be recaptured. Treasure those photos and turn them into a print to enjoy forever. I offer a limited edition run of prints of images like the one here.

Drop me a message to find out more.

10/10/2024

Don't shoot the messenger, but Christmas (sorry, yes I said it!) is only three months away.

If you are hosting a festive get together, or your business is having its annual Christmas office party, why not get some photos you can look back on for years to come?

From christenings to weddings, office parties to family get-togethers, I can capture any event, big or small. If you require a bespoke quote, drop me a message and I'd be happy to help!

03/10/2024

What an amazing Summer of weddings!

From castles to barns, manor homes to the outdoors, I have been a part of so many special weddings this year, and the diary for 2025 is nearly full! So, if you have been looking to book your wedding photographer, let me know.

Head to my website to see more of the style of photography I take, as well as a breakdown of prices.

24/09/2024

Are you looking to update your business website but struggling to capture good quality images?

As a professional photographer part of what I do is to capture the moments that you least expect, when you don't realise the camera is on you but ends up showing the real essence of the business.

I am happy to come to your workplace and take as many images as you need that you can use for your website, promo material or whatever you need.

If you would like to find out more, drop me a message and we can get a date booked in the diary for you.

19/09/2024

I always tell all wedding couples to spend some time before their big day thinking about what photos they would like, the people they want included and any particular shots they'd like to achieve.

If you share these with me on the day I will always make sure they happen! You have so much to already think about (mainly enjoying your big day), so leave it down to me to make sure that you get the photos you want; whether it's getting all the family together, capturing all the little ones, making sure Granny is front centre stage, or even if you have your four-legged furry friend at the wedding - I'll make sure it happens!

12/09/2024

Do your social media accounts need a bit of attention and updating?

Are your websites looking tired?

New staff?

New vehicles or equipment?

We have options for photography packages for you!!

Book now and do your business a favour

12/09/2024

Did she say yes??

My diary for weddings for 2025 and 2026 is already starting to fill up with weddings in Berkshire and beyond! If you've now got the date for your big day, I'd love to share with you my style of photography and the packages I offer.

From country manors to festival vibes, opulent elegance to traditional; no matter the style of wedding you are going for, I would love to work with you to capture your day.

Get in touch or visit my website to see everything I can do - https://www.tonyhackettphotography.co.uk/

05/09/2024

No matter the event, we can be there to document those long-lasting memories. From weddings to naming ceremonies, family portraits to birthday parties, let us capture the moments you won't want to forget.

27/08/2024

The history of weddings is thought to date back to 2350 B.C. in Mesopotamia, Iraq, so with an institution steeped in so much history, I thought I would do a little research into some of the wedding traditions from around the world!

Here are my 10 favourite -

1. Greek brides believed that tucking a lump of sugar into the wedding gown would bring sweetness throughout married life.
2. The tradition of a wedding cake comes from ancient Rome, where revelers broke a loaf of bread over a bride's head for fertility's sake.
3. Brides carry or wear "something old" on their wedding day to symbolise continuity with the past. The "something blue" in a bridal ensemble symbolises purity, fidelity, and love.
4. Ancient Greeks and Romans thought the veil protected the bride from evil spirits. Brides have worn veils ever since.
5. Engagement and wedding rings are worn on the fourth finger of the left hand because it was once thought that a vein in that finger led directly to the heart.
6. For good luck, Egyptian women pinch the bride on her wedding day.
7. Guests in ancient times would tear off part of the bride’s gown as tokens of good luck, leading to the tradition of the bride throwing both her garter and her bouquet.
8. Because eyebrows are considered intensely alluring in the Orient, historically the bride’s eyebrows were shaved entirely, rendering her powerless to attract a man.
9. In China, a prospective husband will shoot his bride with a bow and (head-less) arrow several times, then collect the arrows and break them during the ceremony, to ensure their love lasts forever.
10. It's a Cuban custom that every man who dances with the bride must pin money to her dress to help the couple pay for their wedding and honeymoon.

I'd love to hear any other traditions that you know of - it's great to hear all the different ways weddings are celebrated all over the world.

20/08/2024

I love being a part of a couple's wedding day, but what makes it even better is that through my other company, Truly Images, I get to work with my wife, Gini, who is an experienced Hair & Makeup artist.

Our joint venture company, Truly Images, provides a combined wedding package of Hair, Makeup and Photography. We have years of experience in the wedding industry, so whether you are planning a lavish affair or an intimate gathering of only a select few, we can give you the best advice to tick three important services off your list all in one booking.
Want to find out more?

Visit https://www.truly-images.co.uk/home/

15/08/2024

“Light makes photography. Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth, and you will know the key to photography.”
– George Eastman

A photo is more than just a moment in time. It's an emotion, it's a piece of history, and it can never be recaptured. Treasure those photos and turn them into a print to enjoy forever. I offer a limited edition run of prints of images like the one here. Drop me a message to find out more.

06/08/2024

Experience has shown me that your wedding day can often be a frantic one. You get to the end of the day, can't quite believe it is all over, barely eat anything, not sure if you spoke to all your guests, and generally it feels like it was all a bit of a whirlwind. Photos can capture all of these moments, but you often may not even remember them!

That is why I love engagement shoots. It is often just the couple (sometimes extended family may join in, including four-legged furry friends), in a location that means something to you and it is a chance to just relax, be in each other's company and absorb the excitement of what the future holds.

If you have been thinking about doing an engagement shoot but want to know more, get in touch! I'd be happy to discuss your requirements in more detail and get you booked in.