Wedding photos at Bristol Docks – James & Angie
When I saw the Temperley logo on the dress cover for Angie’s wedding gown I thought I might actually die. I love Temperley. And oh my, this was a beauty to behold. The 1940s Hollywood style Long Jean dress is embellished with jewels, sequins and beads and has fabulous cut away sections at the back making it quite the statement piece. It looked amazing in photos from every angle but I especially loved the back. Oh yes. Never before have I been able to get away with so many photographs of a Bride’s back!
I was really excited to be second shooting this wedding with Rosie. We always have great fun together. And if this plus a Temperley gown wasn’t enough excitement for one day, then doing Bride & Groom photographs with the vintage trains at Bristol Docks was most definitely going to get the creativity flowing. It was just brilliant to use such an unusual location. Normally the weather doesn’t worry me. I’ve given up even looking at forecasts now, but this was one wedding where it just had to be dry for the outside photos. We weren’t going to miss out on this!
The wedding itself, and the reception, were held at ‘Riverstation’ which is a super stylish restaurant on Bristol harbour and benefits from the perfect aqua painted cladding next door for some funky group photographs! Continuing the very contemporary and quirky feel James and Angie chose a ‘cheese’ cake rather than a traditional wedding cake. In fact the whole day was very personal and reflective of the things that are important to James and Angie. Angie chose Lily of the Valley for her bouquet in memory of her Grandma Lily. And the two Best Men’s rewritten version of ‘The Owl and the Pussycat’ (Angie is a big cat lover!) was the most original way, that I’ve heard so far, to say how special a couple are and to wish them all the best for their future.
It’s days like this that make the endless days of retouching and admin worthwhile.
♥ Venue: Riverstation♥ Dress: Long Jean, Temperley
♥ Flowers: Edward Allen
Engagement portraits – Stuart & Emily
The rain was torrential on the morning of Stuart & Emily’s pre-wedding portrait shoot but my sun dance worked a treat and we had glorious sunshine for the entire time.
Bridal fashion photography for R magazine
6 gorgeous wedding gowns, 2 fabulous Mother of the Bride outfits, 2 stylish suits for the Groom, a pretty Flower Girl dress and a beautiful bridal lingerie set. Not to mention bouquets, cakes and jewellery. I was. in. my. element.
This shoot was organised by Northamptonshire’s R-Magazine for the bridal fashion feature in their September wedding special. One of my favourite local wedding venues, Rushton Hall, was the location for the shoot and it never fails to inspire me; there’s always something new to be found.
You can see more photos from this shoot including some behind the scenes on my facebook fanpage.
Pembroke Lodge wedding photography – James & Pip
James and Pip’s wedding at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond Park was lots of fun to photograph. Not just because of all the gorgeous things for me to get my camera round. But also because I was second shooting for the fab Rosie Parsons who’s a very good friend of mine. Rosie and I often work together; well, if you can call it work – there’s nothing better than doing a job you love, than doing it with a wonderful friend.
This was my third visit to Pembroke Lodge. Surrounded by trees, deer and open parkland it’s an oasis of calm. James and Pip had both their civil ceremony and reception there and had use of the downstairs rooms which open onto a courtyard with spectacular views across Surrey.
The day’s excitement started with a bespoke Ellie & Charlotte gown and a fabbie pair of Louboutins. I do love a bit of a red sole. I also adored the elegance of Pip’s choice of simple white hydrangea bouquets and table centre-pieces. The French themed table plan as a reminder of James and Pip’s link to France was really fun too. And the traditional Chinese wedding cake looked delicious – meringue piled high with cream and fruit.
The big highlight of the day however was the surprise singing waiters who burst into song after the main course to the delight of all the guests. The reactions of the guests who had truly believed these were real staff up until the moment they started singing was brilliant. It went down an absolute storm and had everyone singing, clapping and dancing along. Literally up out of their chairs dancing. I’d highly recommend it, très entertaining.
♥ Venue: Pembroke Lodge, Richmond♥ Dress: Ellie & Charlotte
♥ Cake: Golden Gate Cake Shop
♥ Flowers: The Luxe ♥ Entertainment: Soprano Bella
Engagement photos – James & Vikki
Like most clients James and Vikki were really nervous about their pre-wedding portrait shoot and told me that they don’t photograph well. I think they might have changed their minds now!
