01 June 2024
Wow! What a day we had.
After nearly two years of organising, prepping, and a lot of stress, our wedding day went by so quickly. It was like being in a dream, and I could hardly remember everything that had happened.
Luckily, we had Kim and Gary as our photographers whose pictures brought back those memories. They managed to capture all the best moments from the beginning till the end. You both were absolutely amazing and even Stevie had tears in his eyes when we had our first look at the pictures.
Thank you so much, we had complete faith in you.
Kay and Steven
05 July 2024
Beths prom
Thank you, Kim. Beth looked amazing in her prom dress. Can I and the other moms get them printed please? They look so glamorous.
Angela
Friendly helpful and very professional would thoroughly recommend Kim
Fantastic pictures from a wedding we attended full of fun and vibrancy
Karen
02 September 2024
Ex-soldier's shocking journey to a new role.
Kim Bainbridge, a former soldier in the Dutch Army whose career took a harrowing turn in Bosnia, has embarked on a new chapter in her life as a wedding and events photographer.
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Born and raised in the Netherlands, Kim joined the Dutch Army at the age of 17 and became the first female engineer in her unit, serving with distinction. However, during her second deployment to Bosnia, she was shot in the head during a firefight. The injury left her in a coma for three months, and it took her three years to recover fully.
After regaining her health, Kim's passion for adventure led her to travel the world extensively. She journeyed through Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the Americas,
capturing thousands of photographs along the way
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Settling down in Newcastle with her new husband, Kim began studying photography,
starting with online courses and progressing to formal education through Newcastle City Learning. She eventually earned a bachelor's and master's degree in fine arts,
winning several prestigious awards along the way, including two category awards in a Food Photographer of the Year competition.
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Though initially focused on fine art and still-life photography, Kim's career took a new direction when she photographed her own daughter's wedding. The experience reignited her passion and led her to pursue a career in wedding and events photography.
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Today, Kim is the in-house photographer at the prestigious Lumley Castle in Chester-le-Street, where she continues to hone her skills.
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"I've had a very interesting life, and I wish I had the foresight to have quality photographs to look back on," she said. "That is what I want to do - to help others capture memories and special events so that in later life, the images give a sense of happiness and warmth. I'm lucky to be able to pass on my skills to others and look forward to developing my new career in the North East."
KIM BAINBRIDGE PHOTOGRAPHY
Capturing your special moments to be remembered forever. The good, the bad and the ugly… I will shoot them all!
Congratulations on your engagement. Celebrating this happy occasion with your loved ones takes a lot of organisation, planning and, very likely, quite a lot of stress. Everything has to be perfect on your special day. The flowers, the seating arrangements, the coordination of clothes, the venue and much, much more. You will work hard towards your special day for months and months…and then…it is all over. The cake is cut, the music has stopped and it has all been a bit of a haze.
Luckily, you can have me as your photographer to capture all the special moments to be remembered forever. I will photograph your day as accurately, and naturally, as possible. I will focus on the details, the key moments and the emotions.
Whether you want just the highlights of your day or a reportage from the beginning to the end, candid only or posed photographs with special effects, it is all up to you.
I have created four packages for you to choose from and using that as a starting point, we can create a package that is completely the way you both want it. It is your special day and I can help you to remember it all…the good, the bad and the ugly… I will shoot it all!
Please have a look at my website for examples of my previous events to give you some ideas. www.kimbainbridgephotography.com
Now, chill out and relax. I’ve got you!
BBC Radio Newcastle, with Anna Foster 17/09/2024.