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Wedding Photography for Maria & Ian

Wedding Photography for Maria & Ian

It was a bright dry day when we arrived at Crabbs Barn for the Wedding Photography for Maria and Ian. Maria was getting ready in the Bridal room and we joined her to take a few pictures of her Wedding Dress and Accessories, as well as a few ‘capture the moment’ shots.

When Ian arrived before he got on with greeting too many of the Guests, we took a few pictures of him with his Groomsmen. Everyone mingled until it was time to go inside the Barn for the Ceremony. Maria was soon ready and was joined by the Bridesmaids. After a few pictures, it was time to walk around to the Barn. Rain started to fall so we hurried inside quicker than usual.

The Reception

Following the Ceremony, the Guests went into the Garden Room for the Drinks Reception, whilst we took Maria and Ian for a couple of pictures at the gate. The rain had stopped and the ground was drying up. Maria and Ian then joined their Guests. A little while later we went outside and took the requested family pictures with a variety of others. We managed to take Maria and Ian for a quick walk around the grounds before it was time for the Wedding Breakfast.

The Speeches followed, during this time it rained again but worked nicely for Maria and Ian because just as the Speeches had finished a rainbow appeared! A nice picture followed by the Guests joining us for the confetti pictures. By now it was nice evening, sunny and the children and adults had the choice of staying outside or return to the Garden Room. For their entertainment a Magician was on hand, whilst we took Maria and Ian out into the lane for a couple of sunset pictures. As we returned the Evening Guests were arriving and a little while later everyone returned to the Barn for the cutting of the Wedding Cake and Maria an Ian’s First Dance. After capturing a flavour of the evening and happy with our coverage of Maria and Ian’s Wedding we said our ‘goodbyes’. A lovely day!

January 29, 2018
Kind words from Jasmine and Jake

Kind words from Jasmine and Jake

“A big thank you from us both, made the photos run so smoothly, really pleased with your work”

October 7, 2017
Engagement Photo shoot for Laura & Alex

Engagement Photo shoot for Laura & Alex

Laura and Alex came to see us again one afternoon a few weeks ago for their Engagement Photo shoot and to talk about their forthcoming Wedding. After a chat and discussing how their wedding day would run we went off for a short while along the banks of the river to take some pictures of the two of them. We are looking forward to Laura and Alex’s Wedding at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon in the summer.

July 6, 2017
Dancers Engagement shoot

Dancers Engagement shoot

It was nice to see Angela and Steve again one evening recently. After catching up with all the details of their Wedding, we went for a walk to take a few pictures of them.Their Church Wedding at All Saints Church, Springfield is followed by their Reception at Crabbs Barn Kelvedon, later in the Summer. Angela and Steve are active dancers so a couple of shots using their talents was not to be missed!

October 7, 2016
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
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
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 Evening Wedding Photography for Charlotte & Mark

Crabbs Barn Evening Wedding Photography for Charlotte & Mark

Charlotte and Mark wanted an evening winter Wedding at the poplar Wedding Venue, Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon. Before going to Crabbs Barn we called in briefly to see all the girls who were getting ready at the Riverhall Hotel. After taking a couple pictures of Charlotte’s Dress, some accessories and a few getting ready pictures we left them to finish their preparations. Arrriving at Crabbs Barn we met Mark his Parents and Best Man. The wedding guests started to arrive soon after we had finished the Men’s photos. When the Bridesmaids and Charlotte and Mark’s daughter arrived there was time for some pictures of them before the arrival of Charlotte.

Charlotte, looked lovely as entered the Barn escorted by her Grandparents for the Civil Ceremony. Following the Ceremony everybody went over to the Garden Room for the Drinks Reception. After Charlotte and Mark spent a little time wth their Guests, we got on with the family group photos. For a few together pictures of Charlotte and Mark we went back into the Barn.

Crabbs Barn evening wedding

Later whilst some informal Speeches were taking place in the Garden Room we were able to capture some images of the Guests before everybody returned to the Barn to eat. The cutting of the Wedding Cake preceded the First Dance and after taking a nightime picture we left them. It was nice to see Irene of Blushing Brides and we can now add her Grandaughter’s Wedding as well as covering both her Daughter’s Weddings!

February 25, 2015
Pre-Wedding Pictures

It was a dry but cool morning for Sam and Craig’s Pre-Wedding pictures at Castle Park, Colchester. Sam and Craig are getting married soon at Crabbs Barn, Kelvedon.

February 5, 2015