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Environmental Family Portraits

Environmental Family Portraits

As always it was a lovely to see Lottie, Rich and their two children, Matilda and Imogen to create some more Environmental Family Portraits.

We photographed Lottie and Rich’s Wedding at Burgh Island, Devon, in 2009. Since they have had a family we have taken photographs of them at various times. It was such a lovely morning, Matilda and Imogen were playing in the garden, having fun, with their Parents. Karen and Geoff, their Grandparents were joining in as well! During the time we were there we had the opportunity of taking some relaxed informal pictures of the two girls, capturing their personalities. A morning to remember!

November 28, 2015
Fennes Wedding Photos – Jaimey & Mehmet

Fennes Wedding Photos for Jaimey & Mehmet

The sun was shining for Jaimey and Mehmet’s Wedding day at Fennes. We arrived at Fennes just before Mehmet arrived with his Groomsmen. They made their way into the Library to finish getting ready. Jaimey was upstairs having her hair done and the room was a hive of activity! Working around their preparations I got on with photographing the details and accessories, whilst David was downstairs with the men capturing their preparations. David couldn’t leave the men as a surprise was in store for Mehmet! Unbeknown to Mehmet, Jaimey had arranged for a Ferrari to arrive at Fennes and take him to St Mary’s Church, Bocking for the Church service. It wasn’t long before the Ferrari arrived and Memhmet’s Best Man persuaded Mehmet to go to the front of the house . How surprised Mehmet was! Grinning from ear to ear, Mehmet just stared at the Ferrarri before climbing in to have some pictures taken. Jaimey was delighted her surprise had worked and enjoyed the feedback from the Bridesmaids and a few Guests who had watched the drama unfolding. Mehmet was then chauffeured to St Mary’s Church. Time was racing by and with so many people getting ready we decided that I would go to the Church whilst David stayed behind capturing what was happening. After meeting the men at the Church and capturing some pictures of the Guests as well as Mehmet, it wasn’t long before Jaimey arrived. We captured the moments as they happened as they all made their way into the Church. After the Church service we took a few family pictures outside the Church before the Guests made their way down to the gate for the confetti pictures. Before leaving the Church we took a couple pictures of Jaimey and Mehmet with the car before they left for the Reception. As we were back at Fennes with Jaimey and Mehmet well before their Guests, we went to take some pictures on the bridge and around the grounds. Returning to the House we caught up on a few bridal shots of Jaimey that we didn’t get earlier in the Gold Room. As the Guests arrived they enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the gardens. The Wedding Breakfast was held in the Pavilion and was followed by the Speeches. With the main Speeches delivered a few of Jaimey and Mehmet’s relatives and friends said a few words. It was a beautiful evening and afterwards Guests went outside and socialised. Using the superb grounds we took some relaxed bridal party pictures before it was time for the First Dance. Finishing Jaimey and Mehmet’s coverage of their special day a nice sunset picture. Thank you so much Sue (Fennes Front of house) for your help, much appreciated as always!

November 23, 2015
Fennes Open Day – Sunday 22 November 11am-3pm

Fennes Open Day – Sunday 22 November 11am-3pm

Come and visit us at Fennes Open Day, tomorrow for a friendly chat about your Wedding and to view our Wedding photography.

One of the interesting comments we have received recently, is how ‘other photographers’ were supposedly offering better price and products …… this was without the potential client even coming to see what our products are like or asking about what is included! While we can not be considered to offer the cheapest packages around, we do try to offer realistic packages that don’t include too many nasty cost surprises after the wedding! Do please come and chat, we are not ‘pressure sales’ people!

November 21, 2015
Wedding Photography Cambridge – Laura & Mark

Wedding Photography Cambridge – Laura & Mark

Laura and Mark’s Wedding in Cambridge was on a beautiful day. It was a bright and early start for our journey to Laura’s Parents’ home where the Bridal preparations were taking place. On arrival, whilst Laura, her Parents, Sisters and her Niece and Nephew were getting ready, we busied ourselves with taking pictures of the Laura’s Wedding Dress and Accessories. In between we captured the informal moments and atmosphere of the morning. Once her hair and make-up was finished, Laura put on her Wedding Dress, the time was going very quickly! What a picture! Laura looked stunning! Everybody else looked lovely too! After a few pictures we left them to travel to St John the Evangelist Church, Cambridge for the Church service.

Mark was there with his Best Man, Usher and his Parents, so we took a few pictures before they disappeared into the beautiful Church. Laura arrived and after being joined by her Mum and the Bridesmaids we took a few pictures of them before it was time for the service. Imogen, Laura’s niece and the Flowergirl played her part very well, sprinkling the rose petals down the aisle as Laura took her Mum’s arm and walked down the aisle. Extra special moments for Laura marrying in this Church, this was the church where her Grandma was married. Some lovely images were taken during the service and afterwards the Guests followed Laura and Mark outside for a few family pictures. The sun was shining, it was extremely warm but luckily we were able to find some shade. Deciding to make the most of our area outside the Church we got on with the requested family groups followed by a couple of Bridal party pictures. Confetti was thrown by their Guests as they left the Church for the Reception. DoubleTree Hilton Hotel was the chosen Wedding Venue for Laura and Mark. We arrived moments after Laura and Mark arrived at the Hotel, they were just waiting for their chauffeured ride on a punt down the river. With their glasses of champagne they set off. As their Guests arrived, they enjoyed the Drinks Reception whilst watching the comings and goings on the River. When Laura and Mark returned from their ride, we managed to take a few pictures of them before they were welcomed by their Guests and enjoyed some social time. The Wedding Breakfast was served shortly after and the Speeches and cake cutting followed. Whilst the room was being prepared for the evening celebrations, Laura and Mark’s evening Guests arrived. The final part of our coverage of Mark and Laura’s Wedding was First Dance pictures, some night pictures and to round the day off some brilliant sparkler pictures. A fantastic day! Thank you to Laura and Mark for wanting the pictures and it was lovely to meet Laura’s family again.

November 16, 2015
Bride in tears after receiving wedding photos!

Bride in tears after receiving wedding photos!

“we received them- they are amazing i cried my eyes out! as did my family!”

Thankfully these are the type of tears we want, tears of joy!! We hear so many stories of Brides who used inexperienced or ‘budget’ photographers and didn’t get the happy memories of their big day. That’s not to say that we are perfect! However, with approaching 2000 weddings of experience there is pretty good chance of us providing you with the service you expect!

All the sample pictures on this site were taken by either myself or Sandra and all at real live weddings. All our sample albums are from individual weddings, not just a collection of the best pictures over a period. Photographing a couple dressed in wedding attire but not on a wedding day, can result in some fantastic pictures, they are however, not wedding pictures! Do check with your intended photographer exactly what you are looking at. How much experience have they got photographing weddings?

November 8, 2015
Wedding Photographer Prested Hall – Sue and Mark

Wedding Photographer Prested Hall

Sue and Mark’s home was where we started our coverage of their Wedding. We took the details and accessory shots together with a few getting ready picture, before they were all dressed.

Not long after we left to go to Prested Hall, Feering. Mark was there with his son, Finley and Best Man, Ian, so before they got busy with greeting the Guests we took a few pictures of them. Sue arrived early at Prested Hall with her sons, Ben and Jack. Making the most of the time and nice weather,we took a few pictures in and outside the Dingle. When it was time they walked over to Prested Hall. After seeing the Registrars, Sue, escorted by her sons made her way into the Orangery and down the aisle for the Ceremony. Once the formalities were completed Sue and Mark walked out of the Orangery and into the Lounge area. After getting a drink, people went outside. During the afternoon we took a few requested family group pictures, confetti and informal pictures. Allowing time for Sue and Mark to speak to their Guests and enjoy the Drinks Reception, we still had time to take them off for a short walk around the grounds. After taking some relaxed and pictures of the children it was time for the Wedding Breakfast. Sue and Mark chose to have their Speeches after the main course, which we were on hand to cover. After the finish of the Wedding Breakfast, the Guests had time to wander around the grounds or just relax and catch up with each other over coffee. The Orangery had been transformed for the the evening’s entertainment. Sue and Mark’s evening Guests had arrived so after the cake cutting, they had their First Dance together. Not having a sunset to finish their day, we made sure of a few night pictures for them. A lovely day and once again it’s great to be a Prested Hall Wedding Photographer!

October 29, 2015
Cambridge Pre-Wedding Pictures – Laura & Mark

Cambridge Pre-Wedding Pictures

Wimpole Hall, Cambridge, holds special memories for Laura and Mark , so they asked if they could have their pre-wedding pictures taken there. We were more than happy to do this, as it also gave us the opportunity of checking out the Church, where they are to be married and onto the Reception Venue. It was a nice day, a lovely walk and a superb backdrop for their pictures.

Checking out a new to us church and venue lets us sort out where to park and meet the others we may have to work with, the vicar etc, along with where we may be taking pictures on the day. Although we have the experience to make it up on the day it is always better to know in advance where practical!

October 28, 2015
Relaxed Family Portraits Essex

Relaxed Family Portraits Essex

Jane and Alan were married at Greenwoods Hotel, Ingatestone, in 2009 so it was nice to see them again, and meet their son, Harrison. They were down from Scotland visiting Jane’s Mum and wanted a few pictures of all of them. It was a beautiful morning and the garden proved to be a good spot for their pictures where we could have some control over the light but allow Harrison to be relaxed.

October 27, 2015
Wedding Photography Prince Regent Hotel, Chigwell

Wedding Photography Prince Regent Hotel

Cristy and Ryan held their Wedding at the Prince Regent Hotel, Chigwell. On arrival we went to find Cristy who was in the final stages of her preparations for her special day. We captured these moments as well as meeting with Ryan for his pictures and later took a few pictures with his Ushers. With the Bridesmaids and Ava, Cristy’s daughter ready, we took a few pictures of them. Just having a little time we were able to take a couple of pictures of Cristy, who looked amazing, before the Ceremony. After the Ceremony, Cristy and Ryan led their Guests outside for the Drinks Reception. As the Guests enjoyed the sunshine we took a few requested family group photographs and a few photos of Cristy and Ryan. Prior to the Wedding Breakfast Cristy and Ryan were covered by a shower of confetti. As the Guests made their way into the room for the Wedding Breakfast we made the most of a few minutes for a few extra pictures of the happy couple. The Speeches followed the meal and then Cristy and Ryan cut their Wedding cake. The evening Guests arrived the dancing started, and it wasn’t long before Cristy and Ryan’s First Dance. Pleased with our coverage of their Wedding we left them all to continue the celebrations.

October 26, 2015
Hintlesham Hall Wedding Testimonial

Hintlesham Hall Wedding Testimonial

David and I were delighted to receive these kind words from Donna and Sam BEFORE seeing their Wedding pictures!

“Just wanted to send you and Sandra a massive thank you for all your work yesterday, you were always so enthusiastic and relaxed which helped us relax into the shots. We are so excited to see the pictures, can’t wait.

Thank you again you were both amazing.”

Donna & Sam were married at Hintlesham Hall, near Ipswich, Suffolk. Hintlesham Hall is set in beautiful grounds only a few miles from Ipswich, Suffolk and only a short distance from the A14.

October 23, 2015