Oliver's christening took place in a small church with brilliant stained-glass windows, and the family's teal outfits sat perfectly against all that colour. It was a warm, gentle day, and I wanted the pictures to feel the same.
The service
I worked from a distance with a long lens during the service, so I could catch the smiles and the blessing without anyone noticing me. Afterwards I used a 50mm lens for portraits at the front of the church, with those windows glowing behind the family.
Outside
Once the formal photos were done, everyone headed outside. I took a group shot against the old brick wall, then followed the older children as they played along the churchyard path. Those relaxed few minutes gave me some of my favourite pictures of the day.
