Carley and Brian’s Wedding had been a long time in the planning so it was nice finally for the day to be here. First of all we went to Carley and Brian’s house, where Carley, her Parents and Bridesmaids, Flowergirls and Pageboy were all getting ready. The colour scheme Carley and Brian had chosen was fabulous together with all the details. After taking the accessory shots and when everybody was ready we took a few portraits. Following this we left to go the St Peter & St Paul Church, Foxearth, where we met Brian, his Best Man and Ushers. The rain was in the air but we managed to take a few pictures of the men and a few more as they walked up to the Church. Carley arrived soon after and it was time for the Church Service. The rain had not quite stopped by the end of the service so we took the first few pictures in the church. Luckily, we managed to do the family pictures outside as well as some fun pictures before it started to spot with rain again. Arriving at The Bull Hotel, Long Melford, it was decided to get as many outside pictures as possible before the threatened weather interrupted us! Carly and Brian were brilliant, together with the Bridal Party and we achieved some lovely shots. Finishing our last picture outside, the heavens opened and that was that! Capturing relaxed, informal pictures of the Wedding Guests in the various areas of the Hotel recorded the rest of the afternoon Reception. Following the Wedding Breakfast we covered the Speeches and then took some evening couple pictures before the First Dance. Carly and Brian wanted a few Sparkler shots which we were able to do before leaving them to continue their evening celebrations. It was nice to see Charlotte and Rob again as we did their Wedding Photography at The Fennes Estate, Bocking in 2010, and to thank them for recommending us. 
Category: wedding
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Wedding Photography at The Bull Hotel, Long Melford
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Wedding Photography at Crondon Park, Stock – Beth & Jonathan
Beth and Jonathan’s Wedding was on an extremely hot day, so when we arrived at their house going inside to take a few photographs was a welcome relief! It was nice to see Sarah (Hairdresser) again and to thank her for recommending us to Beth and Jonathan after we photographed her Wedding at Prested Hall, Feering, in 2010. Joshua and Isobel, Beth and Jonathan’s son and daughter, along with their cousins were the Pageboys and Flowergirls, so there was a lot going on! Once everybody was ready, we took a few pictures in the garden before departing for the Church. All Saints Church, Stock, was the Church Beth and Jonathan had chosen to be married in and it was surprisingly, the first time we had photographed there. With Wedding Guests arriving we managed to take a few pictures of Jonathan and his Groomsmen outside the church. Beth arrived a little while later with the Pageboys and Flowergirls who we photographed as they walked along the path to the Church door. Isobel decided that she didn’t want to walk into the Church with the others but as she had met me at the pre-wedding pictures, she was happy for me carry her in. After the Church service Beth and Jonathan greeted their Guests in the sunshine before a few family group pictures. Crondon Park was the Reception Venue and as the Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception and the children enjoyed running around we took a few informal pictures. The lake provided a lovely backdrop for Beth and Jonathan’s together pictures before the Wedding Breakfast and Speeches. After Beth and Jonathan had cut their Wedding Cake and had their First Dance we ended our night with a couple of evening pictures in the illuminated grounds of Crondon Park.
DJ for the night Colin Edwards
Cars by Aristocars
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Prested Hall Wedding Photography – Marisa & Jamie
As we arrived at Prested Hall for the Wedding of Marisa & Jamie it was already a windy and chilly day. Whilst David went to find the Jamie and the Men, I went to find Marisa with the girls. Everything was running very smoothly with time for some lovely informal pictures together with the arranged portraits. Marisa had the company of her Parents and Sister as well as other family members who had come over from Canada for the Wedding. Unfortunately with the weather not being kind, the planned outdoor Ceremony had to be transferred inside, but that didn’t deter it from being a lovely Ceremony. Marisa and Jamie wanted their pictures outside and as the weather had improved slightly we were happy to oblige! Working quickly we managed not to keep anybody too long! During the Drinks Reception, we took the Bridal Party to the Bridge for some fun pictures before the Wedding Breakfast. The Marquee was where the Wedding Breakfast was held and after the Speeches everybody returned to the House. With the Casino being provided by Diamond Fun Casino and the Guests socialising we took a few relaxed pictures before the First Dance and dancing. Our day ended with finishing photographs of Marisa and Jamie relaxing in the oak beamed lounge at Prested Hall.
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Smeetham Hall Barn Wedding photography, Nicola & Aaron
We were delighted to be asked to be the Wedding Photographers for Nicola and Aaron at Smeetham Hall Barn, Bulmer. We have met Nicola’s family before when we were the Wedding Photographers for Louise (Nicola’s sister) and Kieran’s Wedding in 2010 and at other Weddings where they have kindly recommended us. Arriving at Nicola’s Parents’ home everything was running smoothly and after taking a few photographs, it was time for us to make the journey to Smeetham Hall Barn. Meeting with Aaron straight away when we got there enabled us to take a few pictures of him before he was required elsewhere! The Civil Ceremony was held in the Barn. Afterwards as the weather was good, the Guests followed Nicola and Aaron outside and enjoyed an ice-cream! During the afternoon, allowing Nicola and Aaron time with their Guests, some fun Bridal Party pictures were taken by the Lake. Following the Wedding Breakfast and Speeches, everybody socialised in the Courtyard and around the Barn making for some nice relaxed images. It was as this time we spoke with Laura and Chris whose Wedding we photographed at Leez Priory and ask about all their family. With the sun going down, we took a couple of pictures of Nicola and Aaron before it was time for their First Dance and our time to leave.
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Crabbs Barn Wedding Photography – Amy & George
Amy arrived at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon, for her Wedding with her hair and make-up done except for the finishing touches. Having the use of the Bridal Suite to complete her getting ready and the pictures worked well. With Accessories pictures and last minute getting ready pictures taken, there was time for a few family pictures. As the weather was good we stepped outside and had enough time to complete these pictures before it was time for the Civil Ceremony. Following the Ceremony Amy, George and their Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the grounds of Crabbs Barn. Music was provided by Sister Sax. As Amy and George wanted Wedding Photography coverage of their Wedding up until the Wedding Breakfast, it wasn’t long before family groups were organised as well as the fun shots of the Bridal Party. After Amy and George had a little while with their Guests we took them for a short walk around the gardens of Crabbs Barn. They were also happy to venture into the lane and a visit to the Cornfield opposite, which achieved some nice pictures. Upon their return to the Barn, it was time for the Wedding Breakfast time for us to leave them to enjoy the rest of the day.
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Crabbs Barn Wedding Photography – Donna & Lee
Donna and Lee chose the popular Wedding Venue, Crabbs Barn, for their Wedding. A relaxed late afternoon Wedding was what they wanted, which they had with amazing weather as well! After taking a few pictures of Donna and Lee individually, it was time for the Civil Ceremony which was held in the barn. The Drinks Reception in the lovely grounds. We took a few requested family group pictures in between capturing the informal moments of their special day. Managing to squeeze a little time away from their Guests, Donna and Lee had their together pictures taken in the lane and field before returning. Not wanting the formal style of Wedding Breakfast, Donna and Lee chose to have a buffet, which worked well. It was lovely to see Rebecca, who is Lee’s sister, and Gavin again, as we took their Wedding Photographs in 2005 also at Crabbs Barn! When we were happy we had everything captured we left Donna and Lee to continue the celebrations.
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Wedding Photography Parklands, Quendon Hall – Katharine & Phil
- It was a beautiful day when we arrived at Parklands, Quendon Hall, to do the Wedding Photography for Katharine and Phil, in fact it proved to be the hottest day of the year so far! The girls were getting ready and all was going well and when Katharine’s hair and make-up was finished we transferred to the Red room for her portraits. Meanwhile, Phil was greeting the Wedding Guests downstairs and in between his duties we took a few pictures of him and his Groomsmen. After taking some pictures of Katharine, and the Guests were all seated for the outdoor Wedding Ceremony, Katharine made her entrance. Following the Ceremony, Katharine and Phil led their Guests around the front of Parklands for the Drinks Reception. Finding shelter from the blazing sun for a few family group pictures was our task at that moment! A while later we took Katharine and Phil for a very short walk for their together pictures before the Wedding Breakfast in the Marquee. After the Speeches, and whilst the Wedding Guests were socialising, Katharine, Phil and ourselves left them to take advantage of the evening sunshine around this stunning Wedding Venue, capturing some lovely photographs. Katharine and Phil then danced their First Dance with Katharine’s Dad being a member of the Band.
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Maison Talbooth, Dedham – wedding photography for Karen & Ian
Maison Talbooth was the chosen Venue for the Wedding of Karen and Ian. We arrived early as there were the final preparations to capture and many assessories to photograph of which Karen had made many herself. The weather was hot so photographing Ian and his three Best Men happened outside as the guests arrived. Once Karen and the girls were ready there was just enough time to take a few pictures.
Immediately before the start of the Wedding Ceremony Ian saw Karen for a moment just before all the Guests. As there was a heavy shower as the Ceremony finished, Karen and Ian socialised with their Guests for a short time inside before it was dry enough to go outside for a couple of pictures and for the Guests to shower them in confetti. After moving to Le Talbooth Karen and Ian went for a boat ride up the river. Their return was greeted by their Guests and some of them then enjoyed a ride up stream as well. Whilst Karen and Ian enjoyed some more time with their guests we captured some natural expressions and managed a few words with Katie and Nigel, whose Wedding and family photographs we have taken in recent years. A heavy shower of rain just before the meal caused the group pictures to be delayed until after the Wedding Breakfast. The Speeches were superb, with Kellie’s (the Bridesmaid) having everybody in stitches! Once the family group pictures were taken, there was time for some fun shots and Bride and Groom portraits before everybody returned to Maison Talbooth.
Guests had a time to themselves and some enjoyed swimming in the outside heated pool before the evening celebrations later. Evening Guests arrived for a BBQ, cake cutting and dancing and our last photograph of a memorable day was of Karen and Ian’s return to the main part of the hotel where the celebrations continued into the night. -
Wedding Photography for Ania and Patrick – St Katharine's Church, Great Bardfield and Anser Gallows Farm, Hempstead
We were privileged to be be asked to photograph Ania and Patrick’s Wedding as Patrick is another local Professional Photographer! The heat was on in more than one sense of the word! Our day started early at The Grain House, Baythorne End, where Ania, her Parents and Bridesmaids were getting ready. It was nice to see Michelle, again, doing a lovely job as always. Being an extremely hot and humid day, everybody was grateful for the coolness of the wonderful Grain House. This accomodation is great for everything to do with a Wedding, light, spacious, and with good opportunities for pictures of the details and preparations.
Ania looked beautiful in her Wedding Dress which she had bought in Poland. We took a few pictures of her together with her Parents and Sister and the Bridesmaids. We left to go to St. Katharine’s Church, Great Bardfield, for the Church service. On arrival Patrick, his Best Man and Ushers were busy with their duties, but for a short time their duties were interrupted by the ‘must have’ pictures of the Lamborghini with the guys!
Before long it was time for the men and Guests to disappear inside the Church as Ania was on her way. After the service, as the Guests mingled we took a couple of pictures of the Bridal Party. With the Guests lining the Church path, Ania and Patrick exited the Church showered in confetti before leaving for the Wedding Reception in the Lamborghini. Anser Gallows Farm looked a picture in the glorious sunshine and as Ania and Patrick were first to arrive we swiftly took them for a few portraits while their Guests were arriving . A few smaller smaller family group pictures were taken during the afternoon before the Wedding Breakfast held in the lovely Barn. Hearing the latest reports about the weather, Ania and Patrick wanted a few more pictures of the two of them and chose to do these in between courses rather than risk not getting them, which we were more than happy to do. It wasn’t long after this and during the superb Speeches that the heavens opened, we were very lucky! Later Ania and Patrick had their First Dance together followed by the party celebrations. 
A final picture of Ania and Patrick under an umbrella in the rain completed our coverage of their special day. Well done to Patrick, being on the other side of the camera is not easy, but he did brilliantly! -
Fennes Estate Wedding Photography for Sianie & Damien
The sun was shining when we arrived at Fennes for the Wedding of Sianie and Damien. Sianie was upstairs getting ready with her Mum and sisters, Rochelle and Chenelle, who were the Bridesmaids. Preparations were going well, fun and laughter was in abundance and we captured some nice images. Meanwhile, Damien was getting reading in the Cottage with their son Boyce, so we were able to take a few pictures of them as well. Once the girls were ready we took a few pictures, before it was time for them to make their way downstairs to go outside for the Civil Ceremony. Fennes provides a beautiful setting for an outdoor Ceremony and makes for some lovely pictures. Sianie and Damien left the ceremony with their son which made some nice pictures of them leading their Guests to the Drinks Reception.
After a short break for Sianie and Damien, we took them for a few pictures on the Bridge and around the grounds before returning to take the requested family group pictures.
A little while later we caught up on some guys, girls, and fun group pictures, before the confetti pictures. Following the Wedding Breakfast and the Speeches, Sianie and Damien enjoyed the evening sunshine in the gardens with their Guests before a few pictures of them in the House and finishing their pictures with a marvellous sunset.
With everybody returning to the Pavilion for the First Dance, the later stages of Sianie and Damien’s wonderful Wedding Day continued.
