Keith Rutherford Photography

- DOWNHILL BEACH ENGAGEMENT SESSION -
What a joy it was to have Molly and Oran out for their engagement session at my favourite location. I love photographing here, especially when it’s a foggy evening like this. The colour palette it brings adds a depth you don’t get anywhere else, and the smiles these guys brought with them would brighten even the gloomiest of days. Some people are so happy they make you smile along with them, and this was definitely the case here.
‘Young love’ is maybe a bit of a cliche but Molly and Oran personify it ❤️
Congratulations on the engagement again you two ☺️

Our wedding diary is open for 2027 dates and we’d love to get a chat to you if you’re in the market for a wedding photographer.

Happy anniversary Tessa and Andy ❤️
Still one of my favourite weddings 3 years later! I hope you guys have a fantastic day

UPCOMING AUTUMN MINI SESSIONS
Belfast : L’Derry : Gortin Glens : Antrim

This September and October we’ll be holding family mini sessions at various locations around Northern Ireland, taking in some of our most beautiful spots in Counties Tyrone, Antrim and L’Derry and we’d love to see you in front of our camera!
With the schools back again after the summer break I’m sure you’re the same as me, and you feel like time is marching on, and your family is growing faster than you can believe. My kids feel like they’ve aged a year in the space of the summer break and it’s breaking my heart.
So when I say to people ‘don’t put off getting your family photographs for too long’ I really do mean it because those years are way too short.
As always these mini sessions will be our usual blend of gentle posing and playful prompts to help you relax, and draw out real smiles and interactions. We love client suggestions whether it’s from parents or kids, and we want to make every session unique to you so you can look back in years to come and recognise the people in the photos having fun.

Upcoming locations and dates for your diaries are:

Ormeau Park, Belfast: Sunday 13th Sept

St Columb's Park, L'Derry: Saturday 19th September

Gortin Glens Forest Park, Co Tyrone: Sunday 20th September

Antrim Castle Gardens: Sunday 11th October

These mini sessions are priced at £40 for each 20 minute session, and they include 4 high resolution digital images to download and keep with the option of upgrading to the full gallery of 30+ images for an additional £40.

Sessions can be gifted to others if you wish, and it’s something we’ve seen become more common as people who have had a shoot with us want to share the experience with loved ones. And of course if you think you know of someone who would like to book a session for their own family we’d love for you to share the details with them, word of mouth is one of the main ways we find new clients and it’s always greatly appreciated.

The booking link for these upcoming mini sessions is below.

https://keithrutherfordphotography.pixieset.com/booking/familyminisessions

If you’ve read this far, thank you, and hopefully we’ll see you soon.

Keith

Reminiscing this evening about a summer’s day when these gorgeous people said ‘I do!’ in the stunning Roe Valley Resort
Mark and Lisa’s day was very much a family focussed occasion, and the amount of love on display for them was clear to see. After a tragic bereavement in the family in the lead up to the wedding those family ties and bonds become even more important and are what bind us all together when the chips are down.
Days like this are why I choose to photograph weddings.

We are Northern Ireland based wedding photographers and our diary is open for 2026/7 weddings. All our full day weddings include a complimentary engagement session, get in touch via DM for full package information and to check if your date is available.

Who says the rain has to stop play for your family session?!?! No us anyway!
We don’t mind getting wet if you don’t, and if your kids are up for it we’re on to a winner. We love the beach no matter the weather and it’s easy to see why.
We have more Downhill beach sessions coming up on Sunday 16th (morning) and Saturday 29th (evening). At only £40 for each 20 minute session we think they’re an absolute steal.
Check out the link below for more details and to book your family shoot.

https://keithrutherfordphotography.pixieset.com/booking/downhill-beach-mini-sessions

St Columb’s Park mini sessions
Saturday 15th August
Morning + evening slots available!
£40 per 20 minute session

Our family mini sessions are a perfect opportunity to grab some beautiful family pictures in a relaxed, no pressure environment and they’re great for young families!
As a busy dad to 2 kids under 7 I understand how tight time can be, and how the kids sometimes don’t have the longest of attention spans.
We’ve found 20 minutes to be just long enough that the kids don’t lose interest, but long enough that we can get a great variety of all the shots you’ll cherish of your loved ones.
Each 20 minute session is just £40 and includes 4 hand edited, high resolution digital images to download and keep with the option of upgrading to the full gallery for an additional £40.
We have sessions available in both the morning and the evening to help work around children’s bedtimes, so hopefully they’ll suit a lot of you guys.
Click the link below or in our bio for session availability and to book your family in.

https://keithrutherfordphotography.pixieset.com/booking/familyminisessions

St Columb’s Park Family Mini Sessions
Sat 15th August

On Saturday 15th of August we’ll be back in St Columb’s Park photographing some beautiful family sessions and we’d love to see you there.

Our mini sessions are 20 minutes long, which is just long enough to get all those gorgeous shots you’ll love, without young kids loosing interest. We specialise in young families, and as a dad of 2 kids under 7 I know how stressful the thought of organising a family photo shoot can be so let us guide you through the process and take the pressure off you.

Your kids don’t have to be on their best behaviour, they don’t have to sit and smile if they don’t want to, and they can be themselves.

We try to incorporate movement and play in our sessions, so expect to be moving around with a mix of traditional poses with some more playful prompts. Nothing too serious, just genuine interactions.

If this sounds like your cup of tea get in touch and book your family in for the photos you deserve. At just £40 they’re accessible to everyone and they really are an investment for the future

Click the link below for full details and to book your session.

https://keithrutherfordphotography.pixieset.com/booking/familyminisessions