We have always offered photography for small weddings which due to the Pandemic are now back in fashion!
Being a smaller wedding does not make it a less important moment to record. Whether it is a Registry Office, Town Hall, church or Venue we are happy to work with you.
Let Your Guests Enjoy Themselves
You can of course just get camera phone pictures which can be really good in the right hands but then you are leaving that responsibility to one of your guests, who should be enjoying your day not stressing over the pictures!
Our service is discrete, quick, professional and probably less expensive that you may think.
Do contact us! Short notice photography for small weddings is often possible.
Leez Priory Wedding Photography for Anna and Leon turned out to be our last wedding before Lockdown!
Anna and Leon chose the stunning Wedding Venue, Leez Priory for their early spring Wedding this year.
A Lovely Spring Day
It was a lovely day, dry and bright. Arriving at Leez Priory we went to see Anna who was upstairs with her Mother and Bridesmaids. Hair and make-up were being carried out so we got on with taking a few pictures of this and of Anna’s Wedding Dress and accessories.
The Groom’s Party
Leon and his Groomsmen arrived shortly after us and went off to finish their preparations. Once they were ready they had a few pictures taken outside. The Pageboys including Anna and Leon’s son, Theo, looked great in their suits.
Once the Bridesmaids were ready they assisted Anna with her dress.
The Wedding Guests arrived they socialised in the bar area before moving upstairs to the Great Hall when it was time for the Wedding Ceremony.
There was time to take a variety of pictures before it was time to go downstairs for Anna to meet with the Registrars. Anna then made her way with her Mother, Flowergirl and Bridesmaids to the Great Hall. Before entering the room, Anna took her Mum’s arm and then they walked in.
Wedding in The Great Hall
Theo was wondering what was going on at this point and so he joined Anna and Leon for the whole of the Ceremony, not wanting to leave their side. After Anna and Leon exchanged their vows, they moved to the table to sign the Register. Theo did not want to be left out so he joined them. Once the formalities were completed the three of them walked down the aisle and made their way outside.
Making the most of the weather we got on straight away with a few requested pictures. These pictures went really well, we had everybody there that we needed. We finished off with the bridal party pictures before everyone went inside. We knew we would have some time later on to take Anna and Leon for a short walk around the grounds for their pictures.
Relaxed Photos of Guests
Anna and Leon and everyone else then enjoyed the Drinks Reception. The children during the Drinks Reception had a treat in store. Marko the Magician gave a entertaining magic show for all the children. This event went down very well with the children and actually the adults as well! Some lovely captured pictures, not forgetting the adults enjoying the Drinks Reception as well.
Time for Relaxed Portraits
We took Anna and Leona for a short walk around Leez Priory which is always a must. Some nice pictures by the lake and daffodils. Afterwards before moving up to the Coach House for the Wedding Breakfast everyone showered Anna and Leon with petals.
The meal was served, then it was time for the Speeches. Anna contributed and Anna and Leon revealed the gender of their next child to be born. This answered the questions asked during the day! Afterwards everyone left the Coach House and returned to the main house. A mixture of pictures were taken during the late afternoon and early evening before the Evening Guests arrived, including a picture of Anna and Leon by the Tower.
The Band was set up in the Carriageway and started playing. The Guests watched and Leon joined in on his guitar. Anna and Leon cut their Wedding Cake a little time later and then the DJ called them into the room for their First Dance.
Our coverage of Anna and Leon’s Wedding then ended. A wonderful day! Lovely to catch up with Sarah, Anna’s sister and family again. Thank you Anna and Leon to ask us to do your Leez Priory Wedding Photography for your special day. Congratulations!
Collette and Mark renewed their Wedding Vows at Prested Hall earlier this year. Collette and Mark’s daughter-in-law April, got in touch with us about capturing the Renewal of Vows Ceremony for Collette and Mark. When we arrived at Prested Hall early afternoon on the day of the Ceremony we went upstairs to see Collette. Collette was getting ready with her daughters and Granddaughters who were the Flowergirls . Preparations were going well. David went off to find Mark and his Groomsmen and take some pictures of them.
After this Guests were arriving so they socialised with them for a short while. Collette was soon ready and we got on with taking a few pictures of her and with her grandchildren when they were ready. The Guests made their way into the Oak Room for the Ceremony but Mark came upstairs. Collette and Mark wanted to come down the stairs and go into the Ceremony Room together. A nice Ceremony with Collette and Mark exchanging rings to mark the occasion.
After the Ceremony we went outside to take a few requested family pictures and any other pictures that were required. Everyone then enjoyed a Drinks Reception.
During the afternoon we took some informal pictures of everyone before taking Collette and Mark over to the Bridge for their pictures.
The Orangery looked lovely, as did the long table for everyone to sit at for their meal after we returned. A nice arrangement to a wonderful event. Leaving them to enjoy their meal and the rest of the celebrations we said our goodbyes.
Prested Hall Wedding Photography for Anna and Michael. The couple chose the lovely Prested Hall for their Wedding at the end of last year.
Sunny but flooded!
Weather wise it was not the day that Anna and Michael thought it would be. Although sunny on the day the previous 3 days were heavy rain. Prior to the day access to Prested Hall had been pretty limited. Having photographed many Weddings at Prested Hall, we thought we had seen everything. Usually the lake is the other side of the house but what we first saw as we arrived surprised us! The rain had ceased in the morning and the water was slowly draining away, with a little help from a pump!
Preparations
Once inside Prested Hall we went upstairs to find Anna and her Bridesmaids. Preparations were going well. Michael was in the later stages of getting ready so when he was ready we went outside for a few pictures.
Afterwards Michael, with his Best Woman, Nikki, went back inside to see the Guests. When Anna was ready with the Bridesmaids. we took some pictures of them all. Anna’s sons, James and Harry, came into to see her before proceeding downstairs.
Wedding Ceremony
Anna took James’ arm and went into the room for the Wedding Ceremony. Harry proudly played his part in being the Ring Bearer. Following the Ceremony we went outside. There was just enough room to stand on the drier hard standing to take some requested family pictures. David’s feet got a little wet! Once these pictures were completed everybody went back inside Prested Hall for the Drinks Reception.
Dry Feet
We captured a variety of informal pictures during the time upto the Wedding Breakfast. Before that though, we took Anna and Michael outside for their pictures. Out the back we were really lucky, we used the decking, so Anna and Michael did not get wet feet! A beautiful sunset for Anna and Michael as well.
Evening Photos
After the meal it was time for the Speeches. James and Nikki did Anna and Michael proud. The Evening Guests arrived a little while later and Anna and Michael cut their Wedding Cake and took to the dance floor for their First Dance.
A couple of final pictures by the Christmas Tree of the happy couple finished our photography coverage. An interesting day of Prested Hall Wedding Photography for Anna and Michael!
Here is a lovely Wedding Photographer Testimonial email we received. The wedding was at Leez Priory just before the Lockdown :-
“Dear David & Sandra, thank you for our beautiful wedding photo book which we received this week. We will cherish it for the rest of our days and love that it tells the story of our special day from the beginning to end. I’m also amazed we received our photo book as soon as we did given the current global situation.
We feel certain we made the right choice of photographers. You both worked incredibly hard all day and did so in a way which was unobtrusive to us and our guests. Somehow you even managed to get photos of our 4 year old smiling… Not easy given he hates having his photo taken… I think David pretending he was going to fall off his ladder helped! Plus Sandra’s skills with little people.
We will always feel incredibly grateful we got to get married at all and know that had our wedding, which was on 7th March 2020, been 1 or 2 weeks later, it would’ve been cancelled.
Thank you David & Sandra, from Anna, Leon, Theo & our growing baby bump.x”
Wishing the happy family all the best for the future especially for the arrival of “bump”.
We look forward to working at Leez Priory (and other venues!) once the wedding world starts again!
This was our first job of Wedding Photography The Compasses Pattiswick. We have turned away all previous enquires due to other bookings! Nice to finally work there!
Late Afternoon Winter Wedding
Zoe and Rob wanted coverage of their late afternoon Wedding up until the Wedding Breakfast. We arrived at the Compasses in the early afternoon. It was a cold but a bright dry day. It was great to see Paul, the Manager, who we know very well from his time at Crabbs Barn.
Zoe and Rob were there together with their family in the Bridal Room when we arrived. We captured a few informal pictures. Rob and George, their son, were ready so we took a some portraits of them. Delilah, their Daughter joined them for some as well. Once Zoe was dressed we were able to take a few Bridal shots of her. With the guests now arriving it was time to capture a few pictures of them for Zoe & Rob to see what they missed.
Wedding Ceremony at The Compasses
The Ceremony Room looked lovely with the sun streaming in through the windows. It was soon time for the Ceremony. The Guests took their seats. Rob and Delilah were the first to lead the way into the room, followed by Zoe and George. This was such a lovely entrance. A nice Ceremony, very emotional.
Shortly after the ceremony we persuaded all he guests to go outside for a large group picture. Done in double quick time due to the cold. A big thank you to everyone!
The Guests went back inside to warm up but Zoe and Rob wanted a couple of pictures outside. It was beginning to get dark and the sun was going down and we managed to get a few lovely pictures of the happy couple.
Zoe and Rob had time to socialise with their Guests during the rest of the afternoon.
Candid Wedding Photography
A few small group pictures were taken as well as informal pictures during the Drinks Reception, together with a couple more pictures of Zoe and Rob.
The informal pictures showed how this was a very relaxed Wedding with many families coming together to celebrate Zoe and Rob’s Wedding. Zoe and Rob posed for a cake picture before it was time for the Wedding Breakfast. We said our ‘goodbyes’ when Zoe and Rob were seated at the table for the meal. A great day of Wedding Photography The Compasses Pattiswick for Zoe & Rob.
The next job was Wedding Photography at Fennes for Joan & Mark. The wonderful Fennes was the venue for this early Autumn Wedding.
Bride’s Prep
We arrived at Fennes and made our way up to the Bridal Room where Joan was getting ready. There was a lot going on! Joan and Mark’s daughters were there with their children. Joan is a very relaxed lady and was just enjoying the merriment and lively atmosphere. Joan had said to us at the pre-wedding meeting, what will be will be! Making sure we took a few pictures of Joan’s Wedding Dress and accessories, we captured lots of informal and fun pictures.
Groom’s Prep
David went off to find Mark, who was with his Best Man, Martin. It was a greyish day outside with rain in the air so David took a couple of pictures of them on the steps outside the House. Mark and Martin then greeted the Wedding Guests who were arriving and socialising in the House. Upstairs, Joan was in the final stages of getting dressed. Joan’s Grandsons were in their suits and looked very handsome! Once Joan was ready, it was nice to take pictures of them altogether.
Ceremony in the Pavilion
Meanwhile, the Guests made their way to the Pavilion for the Ceremony. Joan and Mark’s two dogs were going to be putting in a surprise appearance today! So, when all was quiet in the House, David went into the Red Room to take a couple of pictures of them before their task of the day! Everyone came downstairs, Mark was waiting for Joan at the bottom of the stairs and they saw the Registrars together. After this it was all ready to go, the Pageboys were the first entering the Pavilion full of smiles. Lauren, who was Bridesmaid followed, with the little ones, before Joan and Mark followed.
Special Ring Delivery
When the time came for the exchanging of rings the doors opened and the dogs made their entrance! Would this work! It sure did! The dogs were so excited, but they delivered the rings, had their pictures taken, they were brilliant!
Once the Ceremony was completed, Joan and Mark danced down the aisle before towards the front of Fennes. Unfortunately it was raining outside so everybody had to stay in. Plenty of space though so no problem! We used the Gold Room later for some requested family pictures, always keeping an eye on the weather. It did break, the children were first out, followed by others. We took this break to take some pictures of Joan and Mark on the Bridge but kept to the hard standing for a variety of pictures. Joan and Mark had lots of time to spend with their Guests during the rest of the afternoon.
Meal Time
Whilst the Guests later were taking their seats for the Wedding Breakfast, Joan and Mark provided us with fun and laughter in the corridor, which of course we captured.Joan and Mark chose to have the Speeches before the serving of the meal. Some great reactions.
The Three Waiters sing at Fennes
As a surprise to their Guests, Joan and Mark had arranged for the Singing Waiters to make an appearance during the Wedding Breakfast. This went down a treat! So much laughter and fun, making great pictures. After the Wedding Breakfast there was time to take a few more pictures of Joan and Mark around Fennes.
Later they cut their Wedding Cake and took to the dance floor for their First Dance. After capturing a flavour of the evening, it was time for us to depart. A lovely Wedding Day of Wedding Photography at Fennes! A great relaxed couple to work with, thank you Joan and Mark.
It was great to be back for Fennes Wedding Photography for Lynne and Gerry. The sun was shining when we arrived at Fennes on the morning of their Wedding.
Lynne and Gerry chose to have a Church Ceremony at the lovely St Mary’s Church, Bocking, Both Lynne and Gerry were getting ready at Fennes before the Ceremony so we were there to capture the goings on. All preparations were running smoothly. This allowed us time to take a few formal pictures as well of Gerry with his Groomsmen and some Bridal portraits of Lynne later on.
Gerry left for the Church immediately after we had taken his pictures and the Horse and Carriage arrived at the front of Fennes. Gerry had no idea this was the mode of transport for Lynne to get to the Church and for their return to Fennes later. Once we had taken Lynne’s pictures, off she went in the Horse and Carriage accompanied by her Mother and Father. We had time at the Church for a few informal pictures before Lynne arrived.
The Ceremony
Walking up the path, Lynne took her Father’s arm and after speaking with the Vicar went into the Church. Gerry’s three daughters delivered some nice readings during the service. Once the formalities of the Ceremony were over, Lynne and Gerry walked down the aisle and out of the Church.
It was a bright, dry day but slightly windy day for the pictures taken at the Church. After a few requested pictures the Guests lined the path towards the gate. Usually, the Guests throw confetti over the happy couple as they leave but today it was not so. The confetti had been left at Fennes, so instead they just cheered and clapped Lynne and Gerry as they exited the Church. A surprise to everyone was the Horse and Carriage!
Fennes Wedding Reception
It was a lovely relaxed afternoon spent at Fennes with the Drinks Reception being held outside and lots of socialising going on.
Occasionally in the afternoon this was interrupted by us taking a few other pictures including pictures of Lynee and Gerry on the bridge.Before the start of the Wedding Breakfast petals were thrown over Lynne and Gerry in the corridor before entering the Pavilion. Speeches were after the meal.
Sunset!
There was a nice sunset so very quickly we were able to take Lynne and Gerry for this. The evening celebrations then began.
Evening Guests arrived and joined in with the other Guests as Lynne and Gerry cut their Wedding cake. They then took to the dance floor for their First Dance. Dancing continued during the evening but it was soon time for us to say our goodbyes. A wonderful day of Fennes Wedding Photography. Congratulations to Lynne and Gerry.
We were the Fennes Wedding Photographers for Lisa and Nathan’s Wedding.
Bridal Preparations
Arriving at Fennes we made our way upstairs to see Lisa. Lots of preparations were taking place so it was full on. We took pictures of Lisa’s Wedding Dress and Accessories in the John Dorwood Suite, as there was more room to move around and it was cooler to work in. It was easy to go between the rooms as and when it was necessary.
The Men
Nathan was getting ready at Fennes so David went off to find him and the Groomsmen. Once they were ready they had some pictures taken outside in the grounds.
Once the finishing touches were applied for the make-up and hair the Bridesmaids got changed into their Bridesmaid Dresses. Lisa went to put on her Wedding Dress, assisted by her Mother. Lisa wanted to surprise her Bridesmaids with the ‘big reveal’. We took a few Bridal Portraits of Lisa before we moved back to the Bridal Changing Room. Some nice ‘moment’ pictures when this happened. After taking a few pictures of them it was time to go! Lisa’s Father was waiting at the bottom of the stairs and as usual this made a lovely picture.
Outdoor Ceremony
Once it was time, the Bridesmaids led the way across the grass to the Gazebo. It was a beautiful day, the Gazebo looked lovely, decorated with many flowers and as they all walked out it was a wonderful picture. After the Ceremony, everyone enjoyed the Drinks Reception.
Family Pictures
Lisa and Nathan wanted some family pictures which we did after they had time to socialise with their Guests. Fennes bridge, of course, was used for some of their pictures later on, finishing with a few minutes around the grounds. A greeting line was held before Lisa and Nathan entered the Pavilion for the Wedding Breakfast. The Speeches followed and then Lisa and Nathan cut their Wedding Cake.
Evening Fun
It was such a lovely evening, the outside was popular with many Guests. Lisa and Nathan wanted a few more ‘fun’ pictures and it was the right time to do these. Sunset beckoned a little later. Lisa and Nathan had time to mingle with their Guests after this before their First Dance. It was not long after this we said our ‘goodbyes’. The end to another day being Fennes Wedding Photographers.
Grace and Tom could not have wished for a more beautiful day for their Houchins Wedding. When we arrived at Houchins we went to find Grace who was getting ready in the house with her Parents, Bridesmaids and Flowergirls. We just followed the sounds of fun and laughter! They were all relaxed and preparations were well underway. The Flowergirls were very excited and couldn’t wait to put their dresses on. Before that happened we got on with taking a few pictures of Grace’s Wedding Dress and Accessories. Tom, his Groomsmen and Parents were getting ready and once they were ready they had a few pictures taken.
Leaving them to get on with their jobs David returned to the girls. The Flowergirls were dressed and it was all go with everybody else getting dressed. We took a couple of pictures upstairs of them all but left the bigger group picture until we went downstairs. We had time to take some Bridal pictures of Grace, she looked lovely! After Grace saw the Registrar we had a few moments to take the Group picture in the room downstairs.
Houchins Wedding Ceremony
The Guests had taken their seats in the Marquee for the outdoor Houchins Wedding Ceremony. The Flowergirls led the way from the house towards the Marquee with Grace and her Father following them. A lovely sight as they made their way to the front of the Marquee. Emotions were high, especially for Tom, seeing Grace, coming towards him. When it came to the vows, it was Grace’s turn! This set us all off! Formalities completed, Grace and Tom followed the path out from the Marquee and through the gate.
Confetti & Drinks
The Guests mingled for a few minutes before lining the pathway ready to shower Grace and Tom as they returned. This was followed by the Drinks Reception in the grounds. During the afternoon we took a few requested family pictures. Later we took some formal and informal Bridal Party pictures. The informal pictures were different for an unexpected reason! The Bridal Party were having fun as would be usual but as they were walking, Grace fell over! Well, what a shock! This resulted in concern, help and laughter! Some lovely capture the moment pictures! At least it was on the grass and Grace was not in heels! Grace was fine and relaxed about the whole thing. Giving Grace and Tom time to recover and enjoy more of the Drinks Reception happened next.
Before the Wedding Breakfast we did take Grace and Tom for a few together pictures around the grounds.
Speeches & Wedding Breakfast
Grace and Tom chose to have their Speeches before the meal so once everyone was seated in the Barn, they began. Afte the meal, everyone went outside and enjoyed the early evening sunshine. Grace tossed her bouquet to the group who were waiting. We also made use of the early evening sunshine taking Grace and Tom for a few minutes around Houchins. The sunset was brilliant!
A great picture to end the time for Grace and Tom’s pictures. On our return evening Guests had arrived and before long it was time for the cutting of the cake and Grace and Tom’s First Dance. Afterwards we took a few informal pictures around to capture the evening celebrations. Sparklers pictures and some fun relaxed pictures to end Grace and Tom’s Wedding Day completed our coverage.
It was nice to see and catch up with Tori and Greg again, we were their Wedding Photographers at Prested Hall in 2017. Thank you also you two for this recommendation. Congratulations, Grace and Tom, you are a lovely couple, we thoroughly enjoyed your Houchins Wedding Day.
