Category: Crabbs Barn

Wedding Engagement Portraits for Louise and Gary

Wedding Engagement Portraits for Louise and Gary

Seeing Louise and Gary again a few months ago at Crabbs Barn Open Day they asked if they could have their pre-Wedding pictures taken at Louise’s Parents’ home.The reason being they wanted some pictures later in the year with the cherry blossom. We were happy with that, so it was left with Louise and Gary getting in touch with us when the blossom was out. This they did! Louise’s Parents had such a lovely garden so we used the setting for some other pictures as well. We had a nice time taking the pictures and chatting about their Wedding. Louise and Gary’s Wedding at Crabbs Barn in the summer will be extra special to us as we have known Gary since he was 5 years old and is one of our son’s friends.

July 6, 2016
Handfasting Ceremony Photos Crabbs Barn

Handfasting Ceremony Photos Crabbs Barn

A first for us at Crabbs Barn, photographing Handfasting Ceremony Photos! Niki and Chris wanted their Pagan Handfasting Ceremony held outside, so our fingers were crossed for a fine day. Niki was getting ready at the Bridal Suite at Crabbs Barn but only wanted a few pictures when she was ready. This was good for us because as we were there in plenty of time we were able to meet with the Officiants for this Pagan Ceremony and watch the preparations, as well as photograph the details. It was a beautiful day, Chris was on hand to answer or questions and it was lovely to see it all come together. After taking a few pictures of Chris, looking very dapper, meeting with the Pentacle Drummers who looked splendid in their colourful clothes, Guests were arriving, so leaving Chris to greet them we went to meet with Niki. Niki looked amazing in her dress, with the detail on the dress so beautifully made. We took a few pictures of Niki just before the Pentacle Drummers joined us. All the Guests had arrived and stood around the circle for the arrival of Niki. Time for Niki to walk along the path to the front of Crabbs Barn. The Pentacle Drummers led the way, the noise of their drums was wonderful. Niki followed and after three laps of the circle Niki then joined Chris and they stepped into the circle,. The Officiants then performed the Ceremony. During the Ceremony, tying the knot after the binding of both pairs of hands of Niki and Chris happened, the exchange of rings followed. With all duties performed Niki and Chris then jumped over the broomstick together and exited the circle. Their Guests applauded and congratulated them as Niki and Chris greeted each of them in turn. Some nice images were captured of the Guests whilst this was happening. The Pentacle Drummers then entertained everybody with a mixture of superb drumming! During the afternoon we took some requested family pictures as well as managing to squeeze a little time with Niki and Chris for their pictures around Crabbs Barn. The Barn was nicely decorated and after a little while it was time for the meal. Speeches/Thanks then followed before the start of the evening entertainment. When the Band was set up Niki and Chris cut their Cake then took to the dance floor for their First Dance. A Sunset finished our coverage of Niki and Chris’ Handfasting Ceremony, sadly the moon pictures did not happen. Thank you for asking us, Niki and Chris, it was a pleasure, we thoroughly enjoyed it!

June 23, 2016
Pagan Handfasting Photography

Pagan Handfasting Photography

Not long before their Handfasting Ceremony at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, we met Niki and Chris to confirm timings and details of their big day. As this is to be our first pagan hand fasting as photographers it was important to make sure we understood all the important points before the big day! Afterwards we went for a walk around the grounds for a few practice pictures of them. The nice grounds provided a nice backdrop for the photos and our fingers are crossed for a dry day for their Pagan Wedding being held outside at Crabbs Barn in a few weeks time.

June 16, 2016
Crabbs Barn Photography Testimonial

Crabbs Barn Photography Testimonial

Hi David and Sandra,

We received our beautiful photos yesterday. Thank you so much, they are absolutely fantastic! We are really pleased with them and can’t wait to share them with our friends and family. To capture an unwell, over tired Alfie smiling in several photos was nothing short of a miracle!
You were great on the day: professional, friendly and helped to make our wedding flow beautifully!
Thanks once again.
Sarah and Paul xx

All we can add to that is what a lovely couple to work with on a chilly February night!!

Thank you to Sarah & Paul for this Crabbs Barn Photography Testimonial

March 1, 2016
Heart Brentwood Wedding Show

Heart Brentwood Wedding Show

For the first time in many years we have decided not to exhibit at the Heart Brentwood Wedding Show. Should you be visiting and wish to see some of our work, do call at the Crabbs Barn stand as they are using a display made entirely from our images.

As recommended suppliers, we were delighted to co-operate with Crabbs Barn on this project and hope they do very well.

February 20, 2016
Wedding Photographer Testimonial Crabbs Barn

Wedding Photographer Testimonial Crabbs Barn

We were delighted to receive this ‘Thank you’ from Suzanne and Adrian. Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, was the Wedding Venue they chose and it was a lovely Wedding in August last year.

Dear David & Sandra

We will never be able to thank you enough for all your hard work. It really shows in the resulting album. Everyone who sees it thinks it is amazing. Thank you for all the lovely memories.

Happy days!

Best Wishes.

Suzanne & Adrian

A lovely couple who enjoyed a great day and ended up with some excellent photos!

February 8, 2016
Pre-Wedding Pictures for Suzanne & Adrian

Pre-Wedding Pictures for Suzanne & Adrian

Laughter all around when we took Suzanne and Adrian’s pre-wedding photos recently. It was good to meet up with them again and sort the details for their wedding at Crabbs Barn soon. The cat also managed to get in on the act- ahhh!

July 31, 2015
Pre-Wedding Photo session for Victoria & Lee

Pre-Wedding Photo Session

After a meeting with Victoria and Lee to finalise the details and timings for their wedding day, we went to take their pre-wedding photo session. A lovely evening, resulting in some nice pictures. We are looking forward to Victoria and Lee’s marriage at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, soon.

July 6, 2015
Crabbs Barn Photographer Testimonial – Sam & Craig

Crabbs Barn Photographer Testimonial – Sam & Craig

We are recommended by Crabbs Barn as wedding photographers and it is always fantastic to be able to justify that with a lovely testimonial:-

Dear David and Sandra ,

Wow !!! Thank you so Much for our beautiful wedding photo book. The quality is fantastic , we love the finish effect and how thick and solid each page is. The photos are perfect. We can’t believe how many brilliant photos you got , capturing not only wonderful shots and memories of us but also of our guests and our day . At times we didn’t even know where you were as you were so unobtrusive but you were always there getting everything and everyone. Perfect . Just what we had hoped for and more. We love that not only did we have amazing traditional photos , but also natural in the moment shots ( which are my favourite) everyone commentéd on how great you were and thought it was so Well organised but at thé same time easy going and in thé background. From day one when we first met you all the way through to now you have been everything you said you were and more.

Thank you again for being part of our special day and providing us with lasting photo memories .

All the best

Mr and Mrs Fitch
Crabbs Barn Feb 2015

Thank you Sam and Craig for being great clients – wedding photography is a two way street!

June 30, 2015
Crabbs Barn Wedding Photographer – Sam & Craig

Crabbs Barn Wedding Photographer

A blue sky and fluffy white clouds greeted us on arrival at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, for the Wedding of Sam and Craig. Crabbs Barn looked a picture and Paul and the rest of the staff warmly welcomed us as always. Sam arrived at the Bridal Suite with her hair and make up done, leaving just the final touches to complete. Everyone was excited, rightly so! A little while later Craig arrived with his Best Man and Ushers and before they got underway with their duties they had a few pictures taken. Once Sam was ready we took a few pictures then assisted by her Bridesmaids and Flowergirl, they walked around to the Barn. After seeing the Registrars, it was time for the Civil Ceremony.

With the sun streaming in through the windows, Sam and Craig exchanged their Wedding vows. After the Ceremony. the Drinks Reception was held in Pavilion, where we took some informal pictures. Clouds were gathering so we decided to get on with some requested Group pictures during that time as well. Following these, keeping an eye on the weather and knowing Sam and Craig wanted their pictures around the splendid grounds of Crabbs Barn, we carried on with their ‘together’pictures.

In next to no time we completed these allowing a little more social time for Sam and Craig to enjoy. After the ‘everybody’ picture it was time for the Wedding Breakfast. Craig delivered his Speech prior to the meal being served as the rain arrived. Good timing! The sun came out again during the Wedding Breakfast and with everything running smoothly there was sufficient time before the rest of the Speeches for a couple of sunset pictures. Sam’s Mum’s Speech was followed by a Speech by the Best Man.

Afterwards Sam and Craig’s Guests enjoyed coffee in the Pavilion, followed by the arrival of their Evening Guests. As a surprise, Sam and Craig had arranged a firework display for their Guests’ enjoyment.

After cutting the wedding cake and coverage of Sam and Craig’s First Dance we took a few images capturing their evening Guests just before our our day ended. A lovely couple and a lovely day to be a Crabbs Barn Wedding Photographer !

April 5, 2015