Katie and John’s Pre Wedding Photography, Hull

Today we managed to dodge the recent rain showers, to do the pre wedding photography shoot for Katie and John, who are getting married next month and will be having their wedding reception at Lazaat, just outside of Cottingham, near Hull. Lazaat were kind enough to allow us to do the shoot there and following the shoot we had a chat about the arrangements for the big day. Katie is having eight bridesmaids and three flower girls, so we are very much looking forward to what is sure to be a really beautiful occasion with lots of colour and glamour! Having your photograph taken can be a little daunting for most people, but Katie and John were very natural and relaxed in front of the camera and really easy to work with, making my job so easy. The main challenge when photographing a venue that you have worked at before, is finding a new angle and not falling into the trap of reproducing the same images that you have done before. Luckily for me, the inspiration comes along easily and the gardens at Lazaat change with the seasons, so there were some new places for us to try out for the photography.

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Chris & Lesley’s Pre Wedding Photography, Barden Tower, Skipton, North Yorkshire

We had a lovely afternoon yesterday in the Yorkshire Dales, with Chris and Lesley who are getting married later this month, at the Priests House Restaurant, which nestles in the shadows of the ruins of Barden Tower. We always love a new venue for wedding photography and the Priests House provided us with a perfect backdrop, and lots of choice for photographs. It was clear to see that whatever the English weather may throw at us on the day, this is a perfect location for an intimate wedding, with superb views and unique surroundings. We were met with a very relaxed and warm welcome from Debbie, and Chris and Lesley were so easy to be with and up for a bit of a hike and a scramble in order to make the best of the location! As a wedding photographer, I am always looking to keep the photography creative and fresh, and it is exciting to be offered a dramatic backdrop to work with! Needless to say, we are very much looking forward to the big day!

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Louise & Mick’s Wedding Photography – Healing Manor, Lincolnshire

We had a lovely day yesterday photographing the wedding of Louise and Mick. It was our first time at Healing Manor in Lincolnshire and we are hoping it will not be our last; what a fabulous venue for a wedding! Louise and Mick had a perfect summers day and were joined by an intimate group of family and friends for their very special day. Louise’s beautiful gown was from Proposals in Grimsby and her flowers were provided by Fairytales. Her bridesmaids looked stunning in blush pink and the boys looked smart in their navy suits. We started the day with our usual photographs in the bridal suite with the bride and her attendants, and found everyone in a relaxed and happy mood. Despite a few nerves, the groom and his groomsmen where easy to photograph outside whilst the girls peeped out of the upper floor windows. The bride kept with tradition and was a few minutes late arriving but as you will see from the photographs, the best man Dave, was still able to raise a laugh from the nervous groom. Following the ceremony guests were able to enjoy their celebratory drinks in the late afternoon sunshine. The usual group photographs followed and our job was made easy by the relaxed good humour of the small group. Louise and Mick are a lovely couple and we wish them and their lovely family and friends, much happiness for the future.

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Sarah & Richard’s Wedding Photography – Paull, near Hull

Congratulations to Sarah and Richard who were married yesterday in the glorious sunshine in Paull near Hull! For once we didn’t have to dodge the British weather and it was just as well, since the celebrations were held in a marquee at the groom’s parents farm. As always, time was of the essence and for this wedding, we followed a more informal photography brief documenting the day as it took its natural course. Sarah looked stunning in her dress from Ava Rose Hamilton Bridal Gowns and Richard and his attendants wore suits from Slaters. The bride kept with tradition and was a few minutes late and was escorted into church by her father and her five bridesmaids. The vicar delivered a lovely service and as Sarah and Richard exited the church, they were greeted by family and friends who showered them with rose petal confetti. Throughout the day, we were delighted to work alongside James Hollingsworth from Digi-Scope Productions, who was true gent, working quietly and discretely to produce Sarah and Richard’s wedding video. From start to finish, it was a beautiful day, from the warm and friendly welcome in the morning, right up to the first dance and the celebrations at evening party. We wish Sarah and Richard every happiness in their married life together and look forward to sharing the rest of their wedding photography with them.

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Amber & Aaron’s Wedding Photography – St James Church Sutton, near Hull & the Walled Garden, Burton Constable Hall

I am delighted to share with you the preview wedding photography for Amber and Aaron who were married yesterday at St James Church, Sutton near Hull. The day started with the usual British summertime rain but we were met with the sunniest of welcomes at the brides parents home. Thanks to Tracy and Cleve for making us so welcome and to the brides sister Jade who was a great help finding all the lovely detail for us to photograph first thing. The ladies took a very relaxed approach to getting ready and it was lovely to be amongst them whilst they chatted happily about the day ahead. We headed off to meet Aaron, and as always, we felt a little guilty dragging the groom and his friends out of the pub and away from their beers for some photographs before the ceremony. They were all in good humour and we were able to do their photographs in super quick time, which was just a well as the heavens opened and the dreaded rain came down in bucketfuls! Undeterred the bride and the bridesmaids arrived and made a quick dash for cover in the church and the service was soon under way. There was a gasp of surprise from the congregation when a beautiful owl flew the rings in and the vicar delivered a lovely service including a very personalised tale of how the happy couple met. Following the procession down the aisle the happy couple were brave enough to venture outside despite the rain, and within a few seconds it stopped and we quickly took advantage to do the group photographs. The wedding breakfast was held in a marque within the walled gardens at Burton Constable Hall and guests enjoyed drinks and canapes before sitting down for their formal meal. The speeches were a delight; warm, from the heart and genuine. It was lovely to witness the sincere love and appreciation that Amber and Aaron and their family and friends clearly have for each other. Lots of laughter rang out through the marque and there were one or two tears of happiness too! The day was rounded off beautifully with the arrival of Roes Farm Dairy Ice Cream Cart (this week I enjoyed the rhubarb and vanilla!) and once again the ladies excelled themselves providing some delicious treats for the kids and adults alike. Amber and Aaron are a really lovely couple. We had a fabulous day doing their wedding photography. Their friends and family were warm, friendly and a joy to be amongst. Sometimes, at a wedding we almost forget we are not part of the family. Today was one of those days. Thank you to everyone for making us so welcome! We had a wonderful time taking the wedding photographs and cannot wait to share the rest of them with Amber and Aaron soon!

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