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Pontlands Park Wedding Photography – Nicola & Glenn

Pontlands Park Wedding Photography – Nicola & Glenn

Pontlands Park Wedding Photography – Nicola and Glenn booked us for coverage of their Evening Wedding Celebrations.

Nicola and Glenn were married abroad a week prior so this was for the UK evening party!

When we arrived at Pontlands Park, Nicola and Glenn were putting the finishing touches to the room layout. Leaving them to it for a little while we went to refamiliarise ourselves with the grounds, having been a couple of yeears since our last wedding there.

When the room was all set up Nicola and Glenn then changed into their Wedding attire. As they came down the stairs we took a few pictures. Nicola and Glenn wanted some pictures outside of the two of them and as the weather was lovely that is where we went. We took a variety of pictures before their Guests arrived. Nicola and Glenn then had time to greet their Guests before we took a few requested family group pictures outside the Hotel. As the weather had been wonderful all day, there was a sunset.

These pictures were a great way to end the outside photos. Inside Guests were socialising and the Band was ready for Nicola and Glenn’s First Dance. After this everyone took to the dance floor or just chatted with friends and family. During this time we took some informal pictures of the dancing, mini relaxed groups and overall pictures to show what was going on. Later, happy with our coverage of Nicola and Glenn’s Wedding Celebrations we said ‘goodbye’ to everyone. A lovely evening!

May 1, 2019
Prested Hall Wedding Fair – Sunday 28th April 2019 – 12-4pm

Prested Hall Wedding Fair – Sunday 28th April 2019 – 12-4pm

Prested Hall Wedding Fair is this Sunday from 12-4pm. Prested Hall in Feering is a lovely Wedding Venue.

We will be in the Marquee displaying our Wedding Photography. Come along and have a friendly chat about your Wedding Day. We have pictures and Albums of Weddings at Prested Hall as well as pictures and Albums of Weddings at other Venues.

We look forward to seeing you.

April 27, 2019
Witham Pre-Wedding Photos

Witham Pre-Wedding Photos

Witham Pre-Wedding Photos for Lauren and Bodj – One evening in the summer last year Lauren and Bodj came to see us again. This time it was for their Pre-Wedding photos and a chat about their forthcoming Wedding at Mulberry House, Ongar.

Whilst talking about their Wedding the sunset was getting better and better. We really wanted to work with the soft evening light.

With all the details completed we jumped in the car to go five minutes up the road where the sunset was best.

A good result! Great to catch up with Lauren and Bodj. They made a lovely set of happy relaxed photographs!

April 23, 2019
Essex Barn Wedding Photography for Vicky & Rob

Essex Barn Wedding Photography for Vicky & Rob

Vicky and Rob’s summer Essex Barn Wedding was held at the popular Venue, Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, last year.

It was a beautiful day for their Wedding from start to finish. We were there when Vicky arrived. Vicky arrived at Crabbs Barn with her daughter , Maddison, her Parents and Bridesmaids.

Vicky was partially prepared for her Wedding, the Hairdresser had her hair done at home. The Bridesmaids were semi prepared as well therefore there was not as many things to do. After meeting with Vicky, taking a few pictures, David went to the Barn to await the arrival of Rob. I stayed with the girls. As well as taking a few preparation pictures I kept Maddison, Vicky and Rob’s daughter, occupied and happy. The girls carried on with getting ready.

Rob and his Groomsmen had some pictures taken by the Barn entrance. Once these were completed they went off to resume their duties.Vicky was soon ready and she looked lovely. After Dad had seen her for the first time in her Wedding dress we got on with taking some pictures. These went well, even though time was getting short. Time for the Outdoor Ceremony. Off everyone went to the Barn and from there out into the Garden. Vicky then walked to the Gazebo for the Ceremony. After the Ceremony Vicky and Rob together with Maddison led the way into the garden for the Drinks Reception.

The Drinks Reception

Everyone enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the beautiful weather. Later we got on with the requested family pictures and then the more relaxed ones. Great fun was had by all! Leaving the Guests to socialise, Vicky and Rob and ourselves went for a short walk around the grounds. It was nice to get some more pictures of Vicky as earlier in the day the time just went. Vicky and Rob’s few pictures went very well, so we rejoined the Guests. Just before the Wedding Breakfast we took the ‘everybody’ picture in front of the Barn. After the meal and coverage of the Speeches everyone had time to mingle inside the Barn or outside in the warm evening sunshine. Making good use of the evening light, we took Vicky and Rob for a short walk up the lane. Wow! Beautiful pictures, well worth going.

The Evening

Vicky and Rob’s evening Guests were arriving on our return so they had time to talk with them. Once the Barn was turned round for their evening celebrations, everybody went inside. Vicky and Rob cut their Wedding cake and this was followed by their First Dance. Some nice dancing pictures too! Sunset beckoned, wonderful! During the evening we took some informal pictures around before putting our cameras down and saying ‘goodbye’. What a fantastic day! Thank you Vicky and Rob, it was a pleasure being your Wedding Photographers. You are lovely couple and have a beautiful daughter (I loved being with her!)

April 18, 2019
Pre-Wedding Pictures for Gemma & Ben

Pre-Wedding Pictures for Gemma & Ben

Gemma and Ben came to see us again a couple of months before their Wedding at Hintlesham Hall in Suffolk last year. It was good to catch up with them again and go over their plans for their late Autumn Wedding. After chatting we went for a walk locally to take some relaxed pre-Wedding pictures of Gemma and Ben.

April 16, 2019
Newland Hall Wedding Photography – Rachel & Alex

Newland Hall Wedding Photography – Rachel & Alex

Rachel and Alex booked us for Newland Hall Wedding Photography for their wonderful summer Wedding last year.

Rachel’s preparations started off at home. Rachel’s hair was completed and the Bridesmaids hair and make up were all finished. This did help as there were lots of Bridesmaids!

We were there as Rachel arrived. Before they went into Newland Hall to finish their preparations we took a few pictures of them in the sunshine.

Alex and his Groomsmen arrived and we captured some pictures in front of Newland Hall. They then carried out their duties as the Guests were arriving.

Upstairs in the Bridal Dressing Room, Rachel was having her make-up done whilst the girls got changed into their dresses. Once the Bridesmaids were ready they went downstairs so there was more space for Rachel to get changed and have a few pictures. Rachel’s Mum was helping Rachel get dressed and when this was completed we got on with taking a few Bridal pictures. Time was getting on and Rachel’s Father was waiting downstairs to see her. Time was running very short but we managed a couple of minutes for pictures.

Outdoor Ceremony

The Wedding Ceremony was taking place outside so when it was time everyone made their way over to the Gazebo in the gardens. After Rachel and Alex had completed the formalities and had been given their Marriage Certificate they exited the Gazebo .Rachel and Alex then went into the House for a few minutes. The Guests made their way to the front of Newland Hall where they waited for Rachel and Alex to join them. Rachel and Alex were covered with confetti as they came out of Newland Hall. Afterwards everybody went to the lawn for the Drinks Reception.

Nick Crown is a great magician and he entertained the guests giving us some great reaction shots! We took the requested family pictures as well as capturing the informal and fun pictures and together pictures of Rachel and Alex.Afternoon Tea was held in the Marquee later, followed by the Speeches.

Soft Evening Light

The evening light was wonderful so when the Speeches were finished, we took Rachel and Alex for a walk around the grounds of Newland Hall for their pictures. Some lovely images.Rachel and Alex’s evening Guests were arriving as we made our way back to join everyone. They greeted them whilst we captured the beginning of the evening celebrations. Before Rachel and Alex took to the dance floor for their First Dance Rachel tossed her bouquet.

Later, happy with our coverage of Rachel and Alex’s Wedding we left them to enjoy the party.

Thank you Rachel and Alex for asking us to be your Wedding Photographers, you are a lovely couple, we loved working with you and enjoyed your Wedding.

April 10, 2019
Fennes Wedding Photography – Emma & Will

Fennes Wedding Photography – Emma & Will

Wedding Photography Fennes – Emma and Will chose the popular and wonderful Wedding Venue of Fennes for their summer Wedding.

It was a hot day for Emma and Will’s outdoor Wedding. We arrived at the Fennes Estate in plenty of time to capture the preparations for both Emma and Will. Emma was getting ready in the house whilst Will was getting ready in the Cottage. Once Will and his Groomsmen were ready, they had a few pictures taken around the grounds. Will and his Groomsmen then greeted the Guests as they arrived. Upstairs in the House Emma was being helped into her Wedding Dress by her Bridesmaids. When Emma was dressed, she looked stunning, Mum came into the room with Zachary, Emma and Will’s son, some lovely moments. After a few pictures, Emma went down the stairs where her Father was waiting before then going to see the Registrars.

The Guests were taking their seats outside for the Ceremony. The Fennes white umbrellas were being used as sunshades as it was so hot! The Bridesmaids were the first to walk to the Gazebo, followed by Emma holding her Dad’s arm. After the Ceremony we took the ‘everybody’ picture before the Drinks Reception. Emma and Will then had time to mingle with their Guests during the Drinks Reception.

The Picture Session

The family pictures and some fun Bridal Party pictures were taken in our usual relaxed maner. Before the Wedding Breakfast we took Emma and Will’s pictures around Fennes. We finished with a posed cake shot and some confetti shots in the Gold Room.

The Guests were seated in the Pavilion for the Wedding Breakfast Emma and Will made their entrance. We left them all to enjoy the meal and the rest of the their Wedding Day.

A beautiful day of Fennes Wedding Photography!

April 3, 2019
Family Portrait Photography

Family Portrait Photography

Every few years Rachel gets in touch with us to update her Family Portrait Photography.

Last summer was the latest time this happened. Rachel and Jon were married at the Fennes Estate in 2009.

Not only do we take some pictures of Rachel and Jon’s family we do the same for Rachel’s sister Zoe at the same session!

Rachel, Jon, Isaac and Casper live abroad so when they come back to England they stay with Zoe, her husband, and their children, Grace and Ethan. Over the years we have got to know them all very well.

The weather was fine so all the pictures were taken outside. We had an enjoyable afternoon catching up and taking some nice pictures for them.

March 27, 2019
Cliffs Pavilion Wedding photography – Tricia & Colin

Cliffs Pavilion Wedding photography – Tricia & Colin

Cliffs Pavilion Wedding Photography – Tricia and Colin’s summer Wedding last year was held at the Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea. It was a sunny and warm but extremely windy day, but we coped!

Arriving at Cliffs Pavilion we went off to find Colin who was in the Ceremony room. Everything was going to take place in the one room and finalising the details was going well.

We managed to take a few pictures of Colin with his Groomsmen outside and their hats stayed on! Soon it was time for Tricia to arrive, so we left Colin and went upstairs to await Tricia. At least Tricia didn’t have far to walk until she was inside the building. Meanwhile the Wedding Guests were being greeted by the Lady Ushers and they took their seats for the Ceremony.

The Ceremony

Tricia escorted by her Brother entered the room for the Ceremony. Ring exchange was saved for the religious part of the ceremony which would follow on once the Registrars left. After the Registers were signed Tricia and Colin walked down the aisle and then waited at the entrance to the room.

The Guests stayed seated whilst the room was changed around. We took a few pictures of Tricia and Colin whilst this was happening. For the Blessing service, a Band and singers performed, Tricia and Colin exchanged rings and extra words were said.

Following the finish of the service Tricia and Colin went outside for a couple of pictures by the car. The Guests were served Drinks and entertained by a Singer. After Tricia and Colin spent a little time with their Guests during the Drinks Reception we got on with the requested family pictures.

There was shelter from the wind outside the building which is where we took the pictures. For Tricia and Colin’s ‘together’ pictures we found a secluded area not far from where we were and that was fortunately out of the wind. With some social time left Tricia and Colin spent time with their Guests before the Greeting Line. The Wedding Breakfast followed.

A little while after the Speeches took place Tricia and Colin cut their Wedding Cake and took to the dance floor for their First Dance. Guests then joined them, Colin played his Guitar to add to the evening celebrations. Our last pictures of the evening were of the Sunset, still with a strong wind! It was time for us to say our ‘goodbyes’ after a nice Wedding Day for Tricia and Colin. It was nice to see Trish and Chris again, we photographed their Wedding at St Margaret’s Church, Downham, in 2016. It was also good to work with Humble Productions again as well.

March 24, 2019
Outdoor Family Portraits

Outdoor Family Portraits

Rebecca and Tom got in touch with us in the summer last year asking about some outdoor family pictures. We were their Wedding Photographers at Prested Hall, Feering in 2015.

Rebecca and Tom now had a little boy called Jack and wanted to have some pictures taken of him and a family picture. It was a hot morning when we went to see them at their house to do these pictures.

We used inside for some pictures as well as the garden. The shade of the trees in the garden provide opportunity for the outside pictures. Jack was having fun but not as much as when his cousins arrived!

We had a lovely morning ending up with some great results.

March 19, 2019