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Beau Gateau: The temptation of cake

One of the hardest parts of my job is when I get asked to photograph cake. Of course, the really wide shots, well, they're a walk in the park. But capturing extreme close ups of the texture and details? That's when this job becomes extremely difficult. You see, the biggest hurdle I have to overcome, is smell. Some of these cakes smell so good I can almost taste them without eating them. I begin salivating and my belly starts to rumble. I crave cake. I want to devour this work of art that sits in front of me. Sugar and chocolate are all consuming of my nostrils as I battle these incredible urges to eat cake!

Of course, the true professional that I am resists all temptation and I continue in capturing the creations of some of the most amazing cake makers around. Today it would be the turn of Micheala from Beau Gateau. Not only did Michaela ask me to capture some of her cakes, it took place in one of the most spectacular settings, St Andrew's in the Square in Glasgow. Below you will find a small selection of what we created that day and a brilliant example of what Michaela can do for you.

Carys & Dan's Engagement Shoot

I'll always remember the excited look on Carys and Dan's faces at the end of our first meeting. Needless to say I was delighted when they told me they wanted me to photograph their wedding! Imagine a very tall guy jumping high, punching the air and exclaiming a Tom Jones style "Yeah" (well, maybe not the Tom Jones bit).

The day of their engagement shoot seemed so far away for so long, but finally it arrived. We decided to meet up in a cafe where we drank coffee, had a bite to eat and talked all about the wedding plans so far. Then it was time. I took a nervous Carys and Dan to Queen's Park in Glasgow. The thing I loved about this shoot was the fact we had nothing scripted and nothing planned, we just walked through the park and explored, stopping every time I saw a place with Carys & Dan in it.

The result? Some gorgeous images displaying the love that Carys has for Dan and that Dan has for Carys. Memories of a time they were together before they walked down the aisle.

Good luck on your wedding day Carys and Dan, I cannot wait to spend a fabulous day with you both!