Tag: Essex Wedding Photographer

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
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
Pre-Wedding Photoshoot

Pre-Wedding Photoshoot – Victoria and Paul are getting married soon at Layer Marney Tower, Layer de la Haye. For their pre-wedding pictures we met them one morning recently at Heybridge Basin. After a coffee and a chat about their details for their Wedding we took a few pictures of them.

September 17, 2014
Forrester Park Wedding Photography for Carly & Craig

Forrester Park Wedding Photographyh – Carly’s Bridal preparations were well underway when we arrived to photograph them on the morning of her Wedding to Craig at St Bartholomews Church, Wickham Bishops. Whilst taking some accessories pictures as well as the ‘getting ready’pictures, not on the cards for the day, the heavens opened! Fortunately it didn’t last very long and after taking a few pictures of Carly with her Bridesmaids, Abi and Chelsea inside, we stepped outside for the rest. Leaving Carly, we went to St Bartholomews Church, Wickham Bishop, arriving just as Craig with his Parents, Best Men and Ushers arrived. This allowed us to get some great informal pictures of them before the more arranged portraits.

The Guests were arriving and made their way into the Church. The flower girls waited patiently for Carly to arrive and it wasn’t long before she did. Taking her Father’s arm she walked into the Church. After the service Carly and Craig led their Guests outside, greeted some of them before it was time to get on with the requested family pictures. Once finished Guests lined the pathway and threw confetti over Carly and Craig before they got in the car to go to Forrester Park Wedding Reception. Forrester Park is between Maldon and Tiptree, Essex, near the village of Great Totham and was the chosen Wedding Venue for Carly and Craig’s Wedding Reception. The Drinks Reception was held in the grounds of Forrester Park, with Guests looking for the shade as the sun was shining brightly and the temperature was rising! We captured some informal pictures during this time and in between took a few smaller group pictures and fun bridal party pictures. Having a little time before the ‘everybody’ picture and the Wedding Breakfast, Carly, Craig and ourselves went for a quick walk around the grounds for a few pictures of them. After the Wedding Breakfast and Speeches, everybody enjoyed the evening sunshine and the evening Guests joined them. Carly and Craig asked to do some relaxed more informal pictures which were were more than happy to take so off we went for a little while. What a fun time we had!

As we returned, more of their Evening Guests had arrived and after talking to them for a little while, it was time for the First Dance. Whilst the dancing carried on we kept a close eye on the sun going down, which was producing some wonderful colours in the sky. A wonderful sunset followed! Thank you to Carly and Craig for wanting to do such a variety of pictures. Lots of familiar faces at this Wedding! It was nice to see Debbie, Steve (Craig’s Parents) and Jack (brother) and Hayley (Craig’s sister) and James with their two children, Chloe, who was the beautiful Flowergirl, and Oliver.

September 14, 2014
Priory Hall Wedding Fair – Sunday 14th September 2014 – 11am-3pm

Priory Hall Wedding Fair Sunday 14th September 2014 – 11am-3pm – David and I are looking forward to attending the Priory Hall Wedding Show at Hadleigh, Suffolk this Sunday. This Wedding Show is put on by The Main Event Wedding Company and will be our first show with them and at this Venue. We have lots to show you, and would like to invite you to come and look around this wonderful Wedding Venue and visit us in the Marquee. This is the venue for one of our iconic and Award Winning photographs!

September 10, 2014
Wedding Photography Gosfield Hall for Emma & David

Wedding Photography Gosfield Hall

Wedding Photography Gosfield Hall – Emma and David booked us for their Wedding in 2012 and now it was finally here! It was a beautiful day and extremely hot for their Wedding at Gosfield Hall. The Roccoco Suite at Gosfield Hall was where we made our way to when we arrived at Gosfield Hall. Emma, her Mother and the Bridesmaids were having their hair and make-up done and with lots of details and accessories to photograph, it was a busy time for us all!

David and his Groomsmen were making their final preparations before having their a few pictures taken. Once the girls were ready we took a few portraits of them and Emma. The Wedding Ceremony was being held outside in the Courtyard. The Guests were shown to their seats outside at the last minute before the Ceremony was due to begin as it was an extremely hot day. Emma took her Mother’s arm, came down the stairs and waited for the music to start for her entrance. The shade was in great demand once Emma and David had exchanged their vows and signed the Register! Emma and David then led their Guests to the steps of Gosfield Hall for the Drinks Reception. After socialising for a little while, it was time to get on with the family group pictures, followed by the fun Bridal pictures. Before the Wedding Breakfast there was a short time for us to take Emma and David for a walk around the grounds for their pictures. Emma and David greeted their guests on their way into the Wedding Breakfast. which was followed by Speeches. A sunset picture is always a popular romantic wedding photograph and Emma and David were delighted to be able to get one.The guests took advantage of the warm evening and relaxed outdoors while the evening Guests arrived. Emma and David cut the cake and took to the dance floor for their First Dance together as husband and wife. Guests then joined them on the dance floor to continue the celebrations, and a little while later we took our leave. A lovely day!

September 8, 2014
Crabbs Barn Wedding Photography for Louise & Stephen

Crabbs Barn Wedding Photography – We arrived at Louise’s home for her preparation photographs prior to Louise and Stephen’s Wedding Ceremony at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon. Preparations were well in hand and Emily, Louise and Stephen’s daughter was enjoying watching what was going on! With the details photographed, Isobel, the Bridesmaid got ready whilst Louise dressed Emily before getting herself ready. Emily was wonderful, smiling constantly, providing us with some nice images, a ‘thank you’ to Isobel for helping us as well. Meanwhile, Louise was putting on her lovely Wedding Dress and it wasn’t long before she came downstairs for a few pictures before we left for Crabbs Barn. The earlier rain had disappeared and the forecast for the day was looking good and so it continued when we got to Crabbs Barn. We took a few pictures of Stephen and his Best Man, Dan, then left them to continue their duties. Louise arrived later escorted by her Dad and they made their way into the Barn for the Civil Ceremony. After the Ceremony Louise and Stephen went for a ride in the car whilst their Guests enjoyed the Drinks Reception. During the afternoon we took a few family group pictures and later took Louise and Stephen for a few together pictures.

Louise and Stephen were showered in petals just before the start of the Wedding Breakfast. Afterwards we captured some nice reaction images in the Speeches. Before the evening celebrations began we took Louise and Sephen around Crabbs Barn for some photographs including a visit to the Cornfield. After Louise and Stephen’s First Dance and taking a few pictures of their evening Guests we took a final night time picture. before taking our leave. Thank you to everyone including all at Crabbs Barn for a rewarding day!

September 4, 2014
Is your Essex Photographer still in business?

We have had three instances in the last few days which remind us how long we have been in business as an Essex photographer …. and it’s still here.

Firstly a call to replace a damaged picture of the Mayor from 1998 – as it turns out although we still have our 1998 negatives we did not start our Mayors portraits until 1999! We will be doing a scan, retouch the damage and reframe; Secondly, the Matron of Honour on a recent wedding said “you did my first wedding in 1988”; and thirdly we bumped into Helen and Stefan who are celebrating their Silver Wedding this month. It is really nice to see our past clients, if you see us do say ‘hello’.

Helen & Stefan – if you read this, do get in touch a for complimentary Silver Wedding portrait rather than a rather hasty casual snap!

Helen & Stefan

September 2, 2014
Crabbs Barn Evening Wedding, Kelvedon for Elizabeth & Ryan

Crabbs Barn Evening Wedding – Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon was the chosen Wedding Venue for Elizabeth and Ryan’s evening Wedding Ceremony and Reception. We arrived at Crabbs Barn and met Ryan, together with his brother who was the Best Man. In between Ryan welcoming the Guests we took a couple of pictures of him together with members of his family before it was time for him to see the Registrars. Elizabeth arrived shortly after with her daughter, who was the Flowergirl, and her sisters who were the Bridesmaids. We managed to get a couple of pictures of them all before it was time for the Ceremony to begin. Following the Ceremony everybody enjoyed the Drinks Reception in the grounds of Crabbs Barn. A little while later we took a few requested family pictures before the fun Bridal Party pictures and catching up on a few portraits of Elizabeth. Enjoying the nice weather we later took Elizabeth and Ryan all around Crabbs Barn including taking some pictures in the lane and in the Cornfield before the confetti shots.

Crabbs Barn Evening Wedding

Crabbs Barn field shot

Informal Speeches followed and these made for some nice images outside the Barn before it was time for the meal. Shortly afterwards it was time for the cake cutting and then Elizabeth and Ryan took to the dance floor for their First Dance as husband and wife, which is where we ended our wedding photography coverage.

September 1, 2014
Danbury Lakes Engagement Portraits

Danbury Lakes Engagement Portraits – We met Sophie and Steven one evening at Danbury Lakes, Chelmsford, for their pre-wedding pictures and a chat about their Wedding. Sophie and Steven are soon to be married at St Albans Cathedral, Hertfordshire.

August 28, 2014