{"id":1427,"date":"2025-09-12T13:00:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T12:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1427"},"modified":"2025-09-08T13:26:30","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T12:26:30","slug":"meet-my-supplier-chums-vima-photography","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/2025\/09\/meet-my-supplier-chums-vima-photography\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet my Supplier Chums!!!  Vima Photography"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this edition of &#8220;Meet my Supplier Chums&#8221;, it is my pleasure to introduce you to Emily and Gemma from Vima Photography\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vimaphotography.com\/\">http:\/\/www.vimaphotography.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>I met these ladies a couple of years back at a wedding fair and we hit it off straight away. I loveds their humour and laid back attitude but also the quality of the images they produced was fantastic &#8211; they even took some of me!!!<\/p>\n<p>So, when it came to featuring the people who I think are blooming marvellous then it was a no-brainer to invite the girls to join in &#8211; so with no further ado, here is their interview.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1430 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Emily and Gemma sit on a sand dune with the sea and setting sun in the background, they are laughing and wearing colourful flower crowns.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A5251-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Your Name:<\/strong> Gemma &amp; Emily<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Your Business Name:<\/strong> VIMA Photography<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1434 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-1024x666.jpg\" alt=\"A wedding party in jewel tones dresses and suits form a line of smiles and laughter, with the bride in the centre, in a field with a big oak tree backdrop.\" width=\"640\" height=\"416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-1536x999.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-399-2048x1332.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What do you do?\u00a0 <\/strong>We capture the joy &amp; individuality of Weddings through photographs<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What do you love about what you do?\u00a0 <\/strong>That we play a part in helping to preserve moments &amp; memories for years to come, that we champion couples to have the day they want \u2026.. and getting to sample many different wedding cakes!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1429 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-668x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A woman in a blue bridal dress waves a huge bouquet of pink and red flowers above her head and smiles into the distance, respendant in a flower crown of peonies and ranunculas in reds, pinks and oranges.\" width=\"640\" height=\"981\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-668x1024.jpg 668w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-196x300.jpg 196w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-768x1176.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-1003x1536.jpg 1003w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-1337x2048.jpg 1337w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A3012-scaled.jpg 1671w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>How did you start out?\u00a0 <\/strong>We worked in a photography studio together, both left to start our own self employed businesses and then decided to fuse them together. Combined we have over 20 years worth of experience behind the lens<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What sets you apart from the rest?\u00a0 <\/strong>That we have a magic mix of creativity, experience, sheer love for what we do and passion for celebrating couples uniqueness<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1431 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A person of colour wearing a veil looks into the lens of the camera. They are wearing glittering blue eyeshadow with a nude lip colour and holding a bouquest of flowers in orange, pink and blue colurs.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Flint-Hall-Styled-Shoot-60-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What do you hate to see in the industry?\u00a0 <\/strong>Couples being bossed around by family members, trying to pressure them to do things that don\u2019t align with them<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What do you love to see in the industry?\u00a0 <\/strong>Everyone coming together with love and support of the couple to make their day amazing. Also personal details that reflect the couples journey and relationship<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><strong>What is your favourite venue type?\u00a0 <\/strong>Ooooo thats very tough but I think we would have to say venues that are largely outdoors. Lots of light, surrounded by nature and fresh air &#8211; perfection<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1433 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-1024x715.jpg\" alt=\"An woman in redand gold Indian dress walks below a structure covered in flower garlands. She is attended by four people in all colourful garments.\" width=\"640\" height=\"447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-1024x715.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-768x536.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-1536x1073.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Our-Wedding-264-2048x1430.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><br \/>\n<strong>Who is your ideal client? <\/strong><\/span>We are here for anyone who sees our work and loves it. All types of religion, background, family, relationship, you will all be celebrated with us<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What causes do you contribute towards or believe in?\u00a0 <\/strong>We love and support any causes involving animals, the environment, bringing the arts to all and support for marginalised groups<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>What awards or accolades do you have?\u00a0 <\/strong>We are thrilled to say that we are a Rock &amp; Roll Bride approved vendor and that we were selected for the Highly Commended award at the Quirky Wedding Awards for the most Unique Photographer in the country last year<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1432 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A bride and her groom, both dresses in white sit on a boat and kiss. The bride holds a colourful bouquet of wildflowers.\" width=\"640\" height=\"960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NatalieRobert-205-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>Why do you love working with Celebrants?\u00a0 <\/strong>Because they love what we love, personalisation &amp; uniqueness for every couple. They also bring such a relaxed vibe to the day with fewer time pressures and by having formed more of a relationship with the couple beforehand<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1428 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-760x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A bride in a white dress and groom in a dark suit, bith with visible tattoos, share a kiss in a field as the sun sets behind them.\" width=\"640\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-760x1024.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-223x300.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-768x1035.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-1140x1536.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-1520x2048.jpg 1520w, https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/3E1A2217-scaled.jpg 1900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong>How can people get in touch with you?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Find us on instagram using the handle &#8211; wearevima. or fill in a contact form on our website &#8211; vimaphotography.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this edition of &#8220;Meet my Supplier Chums&#8221;, it is my pleasure to introduce you to Emily and Gemma from Vima Photography\u00a0http:\/\/www.vimaphotography.com\/ I met these ladies a couple of years back at a wedding fair and we hit it off straight away. I loveds their humour and laid back attitude but also the quality of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1430,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[85,11],"tags":[16,21,39,43,46,49,51,56,57,71,72,73],"class_list":["post-1427","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-supplier-love","category-wedding","tag-bespoke","tag-ceremony","tag-individual","tag-magical","tag-multicultural","tag-outdoor-wedding","tag-personality","tag-religious","tag-same-sex","tag-wedding","tag-your-day-your-way","tag-zing"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1427","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1427"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1427\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1435,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1427\/revisions\/1435"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1430"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1427"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1427"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shelleybell.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1427"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}