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  • Clare Priory & Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding Photography

    Clare Priory & Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding Photography

    Jemma and Nick were married earlier this year at Clare Priory with their Reception at Smeetham Hall Barn, Bulmer. Our day started at The Mill Hotel, Sudbury which is where Jemma and Nick were getting ready. Jemma was being assisted by her Bridesmaids and preparations were going well. Meanwhile Nick was being helped by his Groomsmen in a different part of the Hotel.

    Both sets of preparations pictures were very relaxed and good fun. Once Nick was ready we took a few pictures of him with his Groomsmen outside The Mill Hotel before he set off for Clare Priory. The girls were soon ready for their pictures and we took those in the room.Wedding Photographer Suffolk It was then time for David and I to set off for Clare Priory. The Church of Clare Priory is lovely and located in a picturesque setting. When we arrived Nick and his Groomsmen were greeting some Guests but we had time to take a few pictures of them before they carried on with their duties. A little while later Jemma arrived with her Father and the Bridesmaids. When everyone was seated in the Church, Jemma made her entrance. The lighting of a Candle started the service.Clare Priory & Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding PhotographyAfter the service the Wedding Guests mingled whilst we spent a few minutes in the gardens outside the Church taking a few pictures of Jemma and Nick. Before leaving the Guests threw confetti over Jemma and Nick.

    Smeetham Hall Barn Reception

    Smeetham Hall Barn looked wonderful on this bright, sunny, spring day. Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding PhotographerJemma and Nick had time to spend with their Guests and enjoy their Drinks Reception before we carried on with a few more pictures around Smeetham Hall Barn. Time was getting on and the Wedding Breakfast was next. Jemma and Nick decided to have the Speeches before the meal. Shortly after the meal Jemma and Nick cut their Wedding Cake and took to the dance floor for their First Dance. As it was such a lovely day, sunset beckoned!Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding Photographer Happy with our coverage of Jemma and Nick’s Wedding a little later we left them to continue the celebrations. A lovely couple and a wonderful day! Congratulations Jemma and Nick!

  • Evening Wedding Photography

    Evening Wedding Photography

    Susannah and Daniel booked us for Evening Wedding Photography when they were married at the popular Crabbs Barn earlier in the year.

    When we arrived at Crabbs Barn, Susannah was almost ready and we had enough time to take a few pictures of her and her family. The weather was fine to take some pictures outside the Bridal Room. The sun going down was a bonus and provided a nice setting. Daniel had a few pictures taken before going in to the Barn for the Ceremony.

    Following the Ceremony for a few minutes we took Susannah and Daniel off for a few pictures whilst the Guests were served drinks. Susannah and Daniel had time to mingle with their Guests for a short time afterwards.

    In the Barn we took a few requested family pictures. Joshua, Susannah and Daniel’s eighteen month old son had a few pictures as well. Before everyone had something to eat we all went outside where the Guests threw confetti over Susannah and Daniel.Evening Wedding PhotographyCrabbs Barn Wedding Photographer A couple of informal Speeches took place later. The Band had set up and after the cutting of the cake Susannah took to the dance floor for their First Dance. Our final pictures of the evening were a little later and after that we said our goodbyes. A lovely couple and a nice relaxed Wedding.

    Recommended Wedding Photographer Crabbs Barn

  • Witham Mayoral Portrait

    Witham Mayoral Portrait

    It was a great pleasure to again be requested to produce this years Mayoral Portrait for the Witham Town Council of Councillor Tom Pleasance.

    The portraits all hang in the Council Chamber

    This is for the 20th successive year.

    Essex official Portrait photographer
    Witham Mayor 2018

  • Easton Grange Wedding Photography

    Easton Grange Wedding Photography

    Easton Grange Wedding Photography for  Karly and Mark. This was our  first time photographing a Wedding at this wonderful venue.

    The Winter so far had not been the best so we had our fingers crossed their day there would be a change for their day. Although chilly, it was a bright day when we arrived at Easton Grange and we went off to meet Karly and the girls.Easton Grange Wedding Photography

    The Preparations

    There was laughter and lots going on in the Bridal Changing Room. Karly, her Bridesmaids and Madison, Karly’s daughter  were busy getting ready.

    Mark was getting ready in the Bakehouse so after a little while David went off to see the men.

    Preparations were going well, pictures of Karly’s Wedding Dress and Accessories were take as well as capturing some nice informal moments. In the other camp Marka nd his Groomsmen were getting ready and once they were ready they made their way to the Barn.

    There was time for their pictures to be taken just before the Coach bringing the Wedding Guests arrived. Mark and his Groomsmen then greeted the Guests. Meanwhile the girls were getting dressed  as the time was going very fast. Once they were dressed a few pictures were taken before it was time for the Wedding Ceremony.

    The Wedding Ceremony and Reception

    Everyone was seated in the Ceremony Barn ready for the entrance of Karly. Karly looked amazing as she walked down the aisle and joined Mark at the front of the Barn. Wedding Photographer Easton GrangeAfter the Ceremony, everyone moved to the area between the two Barns for the Drinks Reception. As the wind was blowing and it was not  very warm we decided to take the requested family groups in the Barn a little later on. After Karly and Mark had time to spend with their Guests we took them and the Bridal Party outside for a few pictures. Easton Grange Wedding PhotographerThe sun was shining and we captured some good  fun pictures. Karly and Mark wanted a picture on the bridge over the river. Unfortunately, due to the recent wet weather it was flooded. Nevertheless, we made good use of the grounds around Easton Grange for their pictures.

    During the afternoon we also took some informal shots of the Guests.

    The Speeches, Wedding Breakfast and Evening Celebrations

    The Wedding Breakfast was held in the Celebratory Barn. Karly and Mark chose to do the Speeches then have the meal. We took Karly and Mark outside between courses for a couple of pictures as the sun was setting. Once the meal was finished everyone went out of the Barn so it could be turned around for the evening celebrations.Easton Grange Wedding Photographer It was nice that many of the Guests then went outside into the Courtyard for the ‘Sparklers’ pictures. What great pictures!

    it was then time for us to leave them all to continue with their evening celebrations. Thank you Karly and Mark for asking us to be your Wedding Photographers.

    We had a lovely day! Congratulations!

  • Colchester Castle Engagement Shoot

    Colchester Castle Engagement Shoot

    This was a Colchester Castle Engagement Shoot for Emma & Rob at the beginning of the year.  Emma and Rob wanted their Pre-Wedding pictures taken at Colchester Castle Park which is an ideal setting. It was a bright, dry and slightly chilly morning when we met them. We went for a walk around the grounds stopping every now and then for a few pictures.  After a while and when we were happy with the pictures it was time to warm up so we headed off to get our hot chocolates and coffees!  We chatted over our drinks about the details of Emma and Rob’s Wedding. We are looking forward to Emma and Rob’s Wedding at Vaulty Manor in the Spring.

    Colchester Castle Engagement Shoot

  • Environmental Family Pictures at Danbury Lakes

    Environmental Family Pictures at Danbury Lakes

    Claire and Tim got in touch with us again at the end of last year about some Environmental Family Pictures. Tim’s Mum and Dad, Jenny and Chris wanted to have some pictures of the family. We love to do pictures outside and Danbury Lakes was the favoured place to go. Danbury Lakes is a lovely setting for outdoor pictures and fingers crossed everyone could make it and the weather would be fine. We met there and off we all went with scooters in tow as well! We couldn’t have asked for a better afternoon, we took some lovely pictures, had a catch up, all out in the fresh air! Helen, Tim’s sister was visiting that particular weekend with her family so everything worked out fine. A lovely time and a great family.

    Natural family photos outdoors EssexEnvironmental Family Pictures at Danbury Lakes

  • Fennes Summer Open Day

    Fennes Summer Open Day

    Sunday 3rd June 2018 we’ll be on show at Fennes Summer Open Day.

    Come and talk to us about your wedding plans and how our relaxed manner can blend seamlessly with your day.

    This is a fantastic friendly venue for weddings at any time of year, beautiful gardens for the summer and fantastic interiors for winter.

    Show open 12.0-4.0 pm, remember to try the BBQ while you are there!

    Mores Fennes wedding pictures here

    Fennes Summer Open Day

  • Christmas Card Family Pictures

    Christmas Card Family Pictures

    Linda got in touch with us late last year as she wanted some pictures taken of her family so they could be put on their Christmas Cards. Not a problem and after arranging a suitable time and place to meet that’s what we did. For their Christmas Card pictures they put on their Christmas Jumpers. Once these particular pictures were taken Linda wanted a few other family pictures taken which we happily took. A fun time and some nice results.

    Christmas Card Family Pictures

  • Witham Portrait Photographer

    Witham Portrait Photographer

    Christine and Mark got in touch with us last year to ask us if we would take a few pictures of them with their Granddaughter, Elisabeth. Noting too elaborate, just something to give their Daughter as a picture for Christmas. Christine, Mark and Elisabeth came over to see us one morning and we took some nice pictures of the three of them.

    Witham Portrait Photographer

  • Epping Forest Environmental Photoshoot

    Epping Forest Environmental Photoshoot

    Leanne contacted us to arrange an Epping Forest Environmental Photoshoot for her family.  To get everyone together for a photoshoot is tricky but we got there in the end! Epping Forest was the chosen place to meet on a late Autumn Sunday morning. It was a cold, slightly foggy and misty morning when we arrived. The forecast said the mist would lift and they were right! The right choice of meeting point made sure nobody had to walk too far, which was good as the  babies were in buggies! Epping Forest provided a wonderful setting for us to take a variety of pictures. It was such a beautiful morning and we all had an enjoyable time  ending up with some wonderful pictures. Thank you to all twelve members of Leanne’s family for being such a joy to work with.

    Epping Forest Environmental Photoshoot