Bride and groom in the snow, Leez Priory, Winter 2014

Hayley & Andy, Leez Priory Winter Snowy Essex Wedding, Photography

Hayley & Andy’s wedding took place just after a week where Essex had seen some light snow flurries. Nothing really had settled more than a centimetre or so earlier in the week, and when the Saturday came around it looked like any other day. Very cloudy though bright enough, Leez Priory looked stunning as always. It was only during the ceremony in the tower that we looked out of the window and saw how romantic it had become outside! … […]

Bride and groom at Swan Hotel, walking, night photo with remote lighting

Natalie & Sam, The Swan Hotel, Lavenham Wedding Photography

Natalie & Sam’s wedding at the Swan Hotel in Lavenham fell on a beautiful crisp January day. The ceremony wasn’t until 4:30, so I just knew any daylight shots I’d get would be early and the rest would be indoors or creatively lit outdoor shots. So I made sure to pack my remote lighting kit (It’s with me every day anyway!) and set it up in advance so it would be at hand when we needed it.  Photographs of Natalie’s […]

Night time photography at Hengrave Hall in Suffolk, using remote lighting

Steph & Jim, Hengrave Hall Wedding Photography

I was really really looking forward to photographing Steph & Jim’s wedding at Hengrave Hall in Suffolk, as it’s one of the most beautiful venues in the region. I’d been asked to go and photograph there in the past by Tudor Rose florists who’s set up their flowers in the chapel, but was yet to take a wedding photography booking there. The day came, and it was gorgeous weather, just clear enough for the sun to produce soft shadows, without […]

Sophie & Tom, Bulmer Church & Smeetham Hall wedding, Photography

Sophie and Tom’s wedding photography started with preparation photos at the Swan. you can already tell it’s going to be a great wedding when the theme comes together in the form of details and styke of dress, flowers etc. The photography always starts with photos that set the scene, so I started with photos showing the location, the Swan Hotel sign and classic Lavenham backdrop. Photography of the bride in the mirror Detail photography, the wedding shoes and bouquet Photographs like […]

Bride and groom photographed through red roses at front of Smeetham hall

Emma & Chris. Smeetham Hall, Wedding Photography

Emma & Chris’ wedding took place on possibly the brightest day I can remember! We started with some prep photos at the Mill Hotel in Sudbury, and got some really really lovely portraits of both Emma & Chris  Mirrors like this frame a bridal portrait beautifully!   When I saw these doors open I really liked the patterns they made and thought it a great spot for a portrait of the groom. I alittle flash bounced from the hallway ceiling, and a […]

Lesley & John, Dove Barn, Wedding Photography

Lesley & John’s wedding at Dove barn was a great occasion to photograph! The style of Lesley’s dress, the flowers, the  choice of the groom’s and groomsmens’ suits and green ties were a lovely look. Lesley and the girls were getting ready just around the corner at Groton Manor Farm, so I started my shoot there, starting with details of the dress, shoes etc and capturing the events in a mixture of candid and more arranged styles. I love shots […]