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St Albans Cathedral Wedding Photography for Sophie & Steven

St Albans Cathedral Wedding – A privilege and delight to photograph a Wedding at this beautiful and stunning Venue. We were very pleased to be asked to photograph Sophie and Steven’s Wedding at St. Albans Cathedral. Sophie and Steven were able to get married in St Albans Cathedral as they both went to University in the city. Our day started at St. Michael’s, Manor Hotel in St Albans, where Sophie, her family and Bridesmaids were getting ready. With lots going on there was much to photograph. Once the Bridesmaids were ready we took a few pictures in the garden. A breeze got up just as we were about to take some pictures of Sophie so we had to quickly find sheltered spot, not quite what we planned but we have to live with these things! Leaving them we then went to the Cathedral where Steven was greeting some of the Guests as we arrived so in between we took Steven and his Groomsmen for their pictures. It wasn’t long before the Bridesmaids arrived and waited with the Dean in the North Churchyard for the arrival of Sophie. With the Guests seated Sophie took her Father’s arm and made her entrance through the Pilgrim Door into the Cathedral and into the Lady Chapel. A beautiful service followed allowing us to capture some lovely moments. Sophie and Steven then led their Guests from the Lady Chapel to the West doors. Outside, they then had a few minutes greeting their Guests before we took an everybody picture, followed by some requested family Groups. Sophie and Steven were showered in rose petals before the guests left for the reception while the happy couple had a few pictures themselves in the Cathedral and around the grounds with David. Meanwhile the Guests and I made their way to pick up the Routemaster bus to the Wedding Reception at Shenley Cricket Club, Radlett. On arrival at Shenley Cricket Club the Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception and it wasn’t long before Sophie and Steven arrived. Grace, Sophie’s sister then entertained everybody with her wonderful singing, providing some emotional moments, captured of course! After catching up on a few small group shots it was soon time for the Wedding Breakfast held in the Marquee. Coverage of the Speeches followed before a break before the evening celebrations. This allowed us to take Sophie and Steven for a few moments for a some of them in the soft evening light.During the evening we took some informal pictures of their evening Guests as well as speaking to familiar faces that earlier in the day we didn’t have time to speak to. Sophie and Steven cut their Wedding Cake just before the First Dance and with a sunset completed we were happy with our work for the day, it was time for us to say goodbye. A wonderful day!

October 7, 2014
Charter Hall, Colchester Wedding Fair

Thank you to those who attended yesterday and as always a great pleasure to talk to some of the other regular suppliers who we have known over many years, particularly Coes Menswear who were next to us this time. …..and a message to those who were pretending to be potential clients but really gathering prices for ‘other’, photographers…it’s all here on the website, we have nothing to hide LOL.

October 6, 2014
Charter Hall, Colchester – Wedding Fair – Sunday 5th October 2014

Come and see our Wedding Photography at Charter Hall, Colchester, tomorrow, from 10.30am-3.30pm. We look forward to seeing you.

October 4, 2014
Essex Wedding Fairs – October 2014

Essex Wedding Fairs – We will be exhibiting at the following Essex Wedding Fairs in the coming weeks.

Charter Hall, Colchester, Prested Hall, Feering, Layer Marney Tower, Layer De La Haye, The Fennes Estate, Bocking, Braintree, are where we will exhibiting our Wedding Photography in October. Why not come along and visit us and have a chat about your Wedding.

The First of our Essex Wedding Fairs is Sunday 5th October at Charter Hall, Colchester, Essex

September 30, 2014
Pre-Wedding Photos for Alison & Steve

Pre-Wedding Photos – Alison and Steve are getting married soon at Layer Marney Tower. We met them one evening recently at Hylands Park, Chelmsford, to talk about their Wedding Day details and take a few pictures.

September 29, 2014
Childrens Portraits

Childrens Portraits -We photographed Rachel and Jon’s wedding in 2010 since when they have moved to Luxembourg, so it was a delight to meet them again whilst we were photographing Emma and David’s wedding at Gosfield Hall. As Rachel and Jon’s sons were not at the wedding we made a separate appointment to photograph them and also Rachel’s sisters children at the same time. What a beautiful morning we chose! Rachel’s sister’s garden was wonderful and provided us with ample opportunities of capturing some nice Children’s Portraits in a natural environment.

September 28, 2014
Tyttenhanger Park Wedding Photography for Bridget & Chris

Tyttenhanger Park wedding – A new Venue for us! Bridget and Chris first saw us four years ago at Rebecca and Pete’s Wedding at Spains Hall, where they were Guests, so we were delighted to be asked to photograph their summer Wedding. It was a beautiful day when we arrived at Bridget and Chris’ house for Bridget’s final bridal preparations. After capturing the details and accessories, we took a few pictures inside before stepping outside briefly for a couple more. Just as we were leaving to go to the Church, the horse and carriage arrived for Bridget, her Parents and Bridesmaids. St Thomas a Beckett Church in Northaw was the chosen Church for the marriage of Bridget and Chris. We didn’t have long to wait before Chris, his Parents, Best Man and Ushers arrived at the Church in a Limousine. After capturing a few pictures as they got out and a few traditional shots together with some Guest arrival pictures, we waited for Bridget. Once Bridget arrived she made her way into the Church for the service. Following the service, once all the guests had exited the Church, we got on with the requested pictures. With not much shade we worked as quickly as possible being an extremely hot day! Bridget and Chris then left the Church in the Horse and Carriage to go to the Reception at Tyttenhanger Park. As the Wedding Guests arrived before Bridget and Chris at Tyttenhanger Park, St Albans, they enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the superb grounds, entertained by the Harpist. We captured some lovely natural relaxed pictures of them all before Bridget and Chris arrived. The splendid grounds of Tyttenhanger Park made a superb setting as Bridget and Chris arrived. After they had socialised with their Guests for a little while, we took some fun bridal party pictures and a few pictures of Bridget and Chris around the grounds. After a big group shot it was time for the Wedding Breakfast in the Ballroom. Before the beginning of the meal Bridget’s Dad and Chris gave their Speeches. The Best Man’s speech was after the meal after which everybody went outside and enjoyed the evening sunshine. With so many fabulous photographic opportunities at Tyttenhanger Park, we were spoilt for choice as to where to go for Bridget and Chris’ pictures, so taking a reality check, we condensed our ideas down! Their Evening Guests were arriving and it was soon time for the cake cutting and First Dance. Bridget and Chris entertained their Guests with a great rehearsed First Dance. Bridget and Chris wanted a sunset picture which incorporated a quick drive in our car and they were not disappointed! A brilliant end to a brilliant day!

Thank you to Paul and Helen, the Owners of Tyttenhanger Park for making us so welcome. Rebecca and Pete, lovely to see you again!

September 26, 2014
Prested Hall Wedding Photography for Anna & Chris

Prested Hall Wedding Photography – It was an early start for us arriving at Anna’s Parents’ home for the preparation pictures. It was a beautiful day, and preparations were well underway. After capturing the getting ready shots, it was time for a few pictures in the garden which Anna’s Dad had worked so hard on to provide a nice backdrop. It was sunny and very humid so we took the garden pictures as quickly as we could! David and I then left to go St Nicolas Church, Witham. Chris and his Groomsmen were at the Church when we arrived and we managed to take a few pictures of them in between their duties. It wasn’t long before Anna arrived, driven to the Church by her Dad in the E-Type Jag. With all the Guests in the Church she made her way up the path and into the Church with her Dad followed by the Bridesmaids. During the service there was an almighty downpour which was quickly followed by brilliant sunshine! At the end of the Ceremony, Anna and Chris led their Guests out of the Church for some requested family photographs. Once these were finished everybody made their way to the gate for the confetti pictures, before leaving for the Reception. Anna and Chris wanted some pictures with the car along the driveway to Prested Hall, which we were happy to do. Timings were perfect, us arriving, getting set up just as they turned into the driveway. It was a great fun session with Anna and Chris also rehearsing (without music!) their dance steps for later, with us getting the fun images we wanted. Anna and Chris then joined their Guests for the Drinks Reception whilst we took a few informal pictures. A little while later as we were starting to organise the everybody picture, the rain made another appearance! The Wedding Breakfast beckoned! After the meal, we covered the Speeches, which was then followed by a second attempt at the ‘everybody’ picture with more success this time! Before the start of the evening celebrations and the arrival of their evening Guests, we took the happy couple for a short walk around the grounds of Prested Hall for a few relaxed pictures. Being a day of good but mixed weather, they ended up with a brilliant sunset picture as well as a rainbow picture! Later Anna and Chris’ s rehearsed First Dance wowed their Guests before they joined them on the dance floor. It was nice to see familiar family members again. An amazing Wedding!

September 22, 2014
Fennes Wedding Photos -Testimonial

Fennes Wedding Photos – Here is a message from a couple who have just received their pictures from us.

Thank you to you and Sandra from the bottom of our hearts!! The photos are amazing and everything we could of hoped for! Will be in touch when we decide but just wanted to say a quick thank you!
Kind regards

Zarah & Glenn

September 21, 2014
Engagement photos

Engagement photos – One evening recently we met Jenna and James for their pre-wedding pictures. After getting up to date with the details of their Wedding Day we went for a stroll along the River Walk . Jenna and James are getting married at Blake Hall soon.

September 19, 2014