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Wedding day photography.

Laura & Chris { wedding }

1, October 22, 2008 – 4:42 pm

Atop a steep hill amongst the Wiltshire downs lies a location solely reserved for those who are prepared to announce their love, as Laura and Chris did, from the plains highest prominence. Dedicated to an Olympian deity of light and sun, the Temple of Apollo acts as a beacon to the gardens of Stourhead. Few are brave enough to climb the temple’s arduous path, and of those only a select group are welcomed within its locked doors.

Laura and Chris declared their devotion to one another on a day for the record books. Not only did the sunlight filter through the clouds, it overtook them and turned the temple’s granite columns from grey to gold. Laura and Chris’ dearest friends and family reveled in the beauty of the setting, the day, the joy. An intimate affair is what Laura and Chris wanted most and the temple was a truly magnificent party to such an occasion. Only with those whom they have shared a lifetime of whispered secrets and great laughter could their most special day be quintessentially–theirs.

Having met at the University of Bristol, Laura and Chris became devoted to more than just their studies, but rather to each other. A few years later and it is in the gardens of Stourhead, on their wedding day, that their eyes sparkled with a radiance of the forever crush that they both hold for one another.

How lucky I am to have been included in your big day Laura and Chris! Not only did you both have great ideas about the type of wedding you wanted you chose the perfect location. Thank you for such a wonderful opportunity!

I would also like to thank the bar staff at The Spread Eagle for being very kind and making sure the photographers had a drink of cool water after such a parching day. A big thank you goes out to Sharice as well, your being there was appreciated so very much!

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Sarah & Kenny { wedding }

1, October 3, 2008 – 3:52 am

Many years ago, amongst the rolling green hills of the Welsh Valleys existed an enchanting land once called Maesrudded–meaning ‘fields and freedom’. Though this time has passed, the lovely fields remain and are now home to the Georgian design of Maes Manor. It was here, within Maes sturdy foundations built of timber and its solid walls of Granite that the commitment of Sarah and Kenny was further strengthened.

Before the big day Sarah and Kenny’s ‘lil princess knew she would be taking part in a wedding. She knew she and her mum were prepared as they both had a dress, pretty shoes and sparkly accessories. She also knew that since Sarah was getting married that day, it made sense that whatever a wedding really was she must be getting married too. Though she could not know just how long Sarah and Kenny had been waiting for this day, for a love as blissful as theirs, she knew that her family were now, even more so, happy.

Through the ceremony, to the wedding breakfast and during the reception one thing was certain, Kenny would always be by Sarah’s side. Their time away from each other was short as they held hands and stole kisses when chance allowed. After this day they could be content in the knowledge that with their new union, never again would they need to be apart and they could now begin their wondrous lives together as husband and wife.

As night fell, the lights within Maes ballroom shone like the stars and provided the perfect setting for Sarah and Kenny’s first dance as a married couple. Snow Patrol’s poetic lyrics filled the air and provided the quintessential words that further defined not only Sarah and Kenny’s embrace, but that of their beautiful romance–”All that I am, all that I ever was, is here in your perfect eyes, they’re all I can see.”

I am blessed to be able to photograph the love between a couple so strong, thank you Sarah and Kenny for having me document your very special day.

A big shout out goes to one of my favourite couples, Kelly and Mark. It was fantastic seeing you again at the wedding! Kelly, not only do you make a georgeous bride but a stunning bridesmaid as well! Please tell Zoe hello and send her my love. As always, I thank you Sharice for your invaluable assistance and your newfound lighting skills!

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Jennifer & Kevin { wedding }

1, September 9, 2008 – 12:57 am
Jennifer & Kevin are absolutely, without a doubt, the quintessential bicycle loving couple! They both met at Mountain Mayhem, considered to be the worlds biggest 24 hour bike festival. The course which takes place in the UK takes a great deal of strength and endurance. To actually complete it requires even more in the way of utter determination. Who would have known on that summer day in ‘06 that these two thrill seekers with wheels would find true love. Not long after Kevin took a break from the 9-5 of the office and swapped computers for ski’s. Working as a ski instructor in Canada Kevin soon became lonesome for Jennifer and when she came to visit he proposed to her during a romantic winters night in Vancouver.

Whilst planning the wedding Jennifer had taken inspiration from both Style Me Pretty and Offbeat Bride. From inspiration boards and custom details to unique wedding themes, both sites offer the bride to be with creative motivation. Armed with great resources, Jennifer knew that only one type of venue would suite. It would need to be relaxed, naturally a bit rustic, and most importantly have plenty of green space; just in case if the bikes were to make a showing that day! Wellington Barn was the top contender and thus provided the perfect backdrop for Jennifer and Kevin’s bicycle themed wedding.

Thank you Jennifer & Kevin for choosing me to photograph the special moments from your wedding day. It was wonderful being able to capture your love, laughter, and tears of joy. I hope you both loved your honeymoon cycling in Scotland and that you enjoy many more exciting and romantic journeys together.

I would also like to thank the lovely and hardworking girls at the barn for being so kind! And a huge thank you once again to Sharice for your assistance and that fabulously panned shot!

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Helen & Mark { wedding }

1, August 8, 2008 – 4:00 pm
The day was predicted to be quintessentially British, better known as wet! Yet, Helen knew better, and just in case, she did put in some requests for a “sun dance”. I won’t lie, the day wasn’t without a few summer drizzles. But, it did just so happen that the sun dances must of worked their magic, as the skies cleared and the sun graced Helen & Mark’s wedding day.

Helen prepared at her parents home and while everyone was rushing about, Helen was all smiles, relaxed even. She was truly enjoying the excitement of the day, even going over to say a big hello to all the neighbors peaking their heads around the corner whilst donning her gorgeous Jenny Packham gown. Soon she would be marrying the man she loved, and everything was indeed as sunny and bright by then as it should be.

St. Mary the Virgin church provided the perfect setting for Helen & Mark’s vows. As it stands next to a National Trust property it is not surprising that it was in an outstanding setting. Friends and family gathered within the church as Helen arrived and walked up the path on her fathers arm. As they made their way to the church Helen and her dad shared some laughs and bonded once more before he would give her hand to Mark. Helen and Mark had a fantastic choir singing “signed, sealed and delivered” whilst they were signing the registry book. Mark and Helen were blessed to have so much love and support from their dearest friends and family as they walked back down the aisle, hand in hand.

The venue was beyond gorgeous with a spectacular garden consisting of tall hedges and secret romantic nooks around every turn. The guests got to enjoy the music from the guitar players whilst enjoying the sunshine outside and later that evening during the dance they got down to the sounds of the dj’s. Helen, whom used to organize weddings, paid a great attention to every detail. From the lovely and whimsical little birds within the flowers and on the cake, to the more sultry Moroccan theme that night complete with cushions and lanterns.

Helen and Mark, I want to say THANK YOU! Thank you for managing to be brilliantly organized and at the same time so relaxed! Thank you for being so thoughtful and kind even after the wedding! Thank you for allowing me to document your Big Day, I am truly honoured. I had been looking forward to your big day since we met, and it did not disappoint. I cannot wait to see some images from your honeymoon in Italy.

A special thanks to the staff at Guyers House for all their hard work and attention to everybody there, even the photographers! And a huge thank you to Sharice for your amazing and invaluable assistance!

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