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Tattoo Portraits & Vintage Makeovers with Alt.Studio Manchester [Tattooed Bridal and Wedding Blog]

Simon of Alt.Studio, Manchester had been uploading sneaky peeks of all the tattoo portraits and vintage makeovers on the studio’s Facebook page and I was just itching to feature them! It didn’t take much convincing when Simon asked me if I’d like to nip in one Saturday and get a feel of what it’s like to be photographed in the studio. I gave a big YES and one sunny Saturday I travelled to Manchester’s northern quarter with a suitcase of goodies – ready to meet Simon and  Nikki Armstrong of Make It Up.

(Did I mention that my hair colour for the shoot was a total accident the evening before?!! I kind of liked it. Therefore, the red is staying!)

Right around the corner from the awesome Afflecks Palace, Alt.Studio is so welcoming! Greeted by a huge hug off Simon and then chatting away with them both about which eras of Vintage we were going to get rolling with. I chose 50s as I took my fabulous Unique Vintage one piece and then we took off with a long silk dress from Thunder Egg for a glamorous trip back into the 20s.

I am SO pleased with how the images turned out – I seriously cannot recommend Simon and the rest of the team enough! The day was SO MUCH FUN! And I would totally recommend it! An afternoon of fun!

For a limited time only, Simon is offering the vintage makeover shoots for FREE. Yes, FREE! Be sure to head on over & “Like” Alt.Studio Facebook page and message the page for more details, quoting “Marry Me Ink”.

Below are more images from various other vintage makeovers and tattoo portraits that Simon has photographed recently. Take a look through and do leave Simon and the other lovely faces some love!

A Phsycobilly Inspiration Shoot – Loraine Ross Photography [Tattooed Bride Wedding Blog UK]

 

I just love this inspiration shoot from Loraine Ross Photography! Look at the colours of the bride’s tattoos – SO PRETTY!

I could seriously gush about these tattoos all day -and the bride’s hair colour! 

The theme for the shoot was Vintage 50s Rock n’ Roll and my, my it’s wonderful! The gorgeous dress was supplied by Hubba Hubba Vintage and all syling, hair and make up by Miss Dixiebelle.

Loraine is based in Edinburgh working mainly within burlesque, pin-up, retro and fashion, and music genre aswell as events and wedding photography.. (Including a few tattooed lovelies this year!)

I’ll let you look through these beautiful images – leave Loraine some love!

A Day At Half Moon Bay – Sean & Courtney [Tattooed Bride UK Wedding Blog]

 

Isn’t the bride a babe?!! 
If it wasn’t for James Melia linking me to this wedding by Nirav Photography, I probably would have ever come across it. So thanks James! It’s definitely my new favourite!

 

The ceremony looked so colourful, yet so simple. The blue & white washed woodwork, to the colourful plants and trees. 

My favourite shots from the day are when they had a quiet moment as a newly wed couple by a large tree that had been blown over.

(Just wait until you see the rest!)

Nirav shot as a 2nd shooter to his friend Hugh Forte – and did just a fabulous job! I love all the shots of the ceremony & reception that look so relaxed and so beautiful!

Courtney’s lace dress with the black bow on the waist looks so simple & elegant against her colourful arms. Gorgeous.
I’m just going to let you go these pictures yourself & leave you comments.. I could talk about this wedding all day if I could! (I also love the shots of Sean & Courtney when they do the first-look before the ceremony!

 

Knot Couture – New Bridal Dresses for 2012

Custom Clothing for the “Alternative” Bride and Groom

 Oh yes! Knot Couture have a fabulous new bridal range for 2012, and my gosh it is GORGEOUS!!

 

Knot Couture is made up of Erin & Nancy, based in Atlanta reflecting their collective talents and ideas, creating the perfect couture gown for brides – without the couture price! 

Our dresses are geared towards the more modern alternative brides.  Most all of our models have tattoos, piercings & different hair!

I’m just going to go ahead and let you check out the pure awesomeness! Do make sure to watch the video from Chris Bartelski and Hector Arocho www.thereasonilove.com and leave some love on which you like the best.. My personal favourite is Kitty Von Lixon!

Kira Dagger

Lexi Lipton

Uma Waner

Kitty Von Lixon

Melody Lane

Missy Hitchcock

Aren’t they just gorgeous?? I also love the striping of Lexi Lipton.

 If you have any questions, email Knot Couture at info@myknotcouture.com
You can also view more of the Knot Couture range and purchase items on their Etsy page

Credits:
Dresses: Knot Couture www.myknotcouture.com
Hair Pieces: Dixie Pin-Up www.dixiepinup.com
Bouquets: AlternativeBoukay www.alternativeboukay.com
Hair: Whitney Huffman and Susan Osborne
Make up: Rachel Rackliffe
Models: Christina, Suzu, Dianne, and Tori
Location: Paris on Ponce, Le Maison Rougwww.parisonponce.com
Photography: Tress Ritter  www.tressritter.com
Video: Chris Bartelski and Hector Arocho www.thereasonilove.com