A little bit about me…
I’m living the North Coast dream up here in Portstewart, Northern Ireland.
Since 2012 I’ve photographed nearly 400 weddings throughout Ireland and the UK. I think it’s safe to say I’m a wedding expert!
I love seeing couples do their own thing, break tradition and make ‘having fun’ their main goal for their wedding day.
My daily priorities are: moving my body (usually 6am crossfit), eating great food, getting on the beach with my dog, and connecting with my family. If I can start my day with some of those 4 things I know I’m onto a good thing.
I love being with people but I’m equally happy in my own company listening to a podcast or a great Spotify playlist. I’m an extroverted introvert.
I’m an ‘enneagram 3’ (if you’re into personalty typing stuff). I love being productive and ticking things off lists. I need to learn how to rest better.
Make me Mexican food and I’ll love you forever…. or just melt cheese over something and I’ll be equally happy :)
Why the change from Gather & Tides?
Tim and I launched our photography business as Gather & Tides in 2014. Initially we both shot every shoot together while I did most of the communication and admin. Gradually over the years, with Tim’s own work commitments progressing and now with him furthering his skill set into counselling, the business has become much more led by me, and I shoot everything outside of weddings independently. By moving to Gillian Higgins Photography, it takes the pressure off him to be at every wedding, and while he will still shoot the majority of weddings with me, I’ll occasionally be bringing along a different second shooter…. and not to overlook the fact that by going by my own name, it brings a personal touch to my business.