I am delighted to share the preview wedding photography for Natalie and Rob who were married at Dunedin Country House, East Yorkshire yesterday. We arrived bright and early and were able to take some images of Natalie and her bridesmaids Jess, Georgina, Holly and Danielle whilst they were busy getting ready. The bridal accommodation at Dunedin is lovely and we had lots of natural light at our disposal which helps with the photography. Natalies opted for a full length dress that was from Deborah Moores and the bridesmaids dresses were from Ted Baker. As always time runs away and before we knew it, we had to leave Natalie to meet up with the groom and his groomsmen before he met with the registrar. The weather was lovely and the boys were happy to head outside for some photographs. Rob and the groomsmen looked very smart in their suits from Marc Darcy, and whilst we were a little pushed for time, we still managed to get a good selection of photographs. The day was filled with tears and laughter and lots of poetry. Natalie gave her dad a card and read out a heart touching verse to him and there was not a dry eye in the house! Mum Joanne joined them, and laughter soon followed! The bride was then escorted down the aisle by dad Mike as the string quartet played. The grooms mother Ruth delivered a lovely reading and the happy couple exchanged their vows whilst their friends and family looked on. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed a celebratory drink on the lawn, whilst we got on with the family groups. The wedding breakfast was soon under way, before the all important speeches were delivered to much laughter and applause. Our thanks to Sheila and the team at Dunedin who looked after us, and everyone else, extremely well. It really was a pleasure to work there! We had a lovely day with Natalie and Rob and we wish them every happiness in their future life together.

I am delighted to share the preview wedding photography for Amy & Michael who were married yesterday at Rowley Manor. We arrived bright and early and were able to take some images of Amy and her bridesmaids Gemma, Emma & Jenna whilst they were busy getting ready. The bridal suite is lovely at Rowley and we have lots of natural light at our disposal which helps with the photographs. Amy had a tea length dress that was from Bride & Co, and the bridesmaids dresses were from The Wedding Collection. As always time runs away and before we knew it, we had to leave Amy to meet up with the groom to do his portraits before he met with the registrar. Despite the drizzle the boys were happy to head outside and we worked quickly to ensure that they stayed dry for the ceremony. Michael and the groomsmen looked very smart in their suits from Brides and Grooms of Lincolnshire, and we had a good laugh with grandad Pete whilst doing the photography. The bride was escorted down the aisle by dad Graham and we were able to grab a few quick photographs during ring exchange only, as East Riding Registrars have a strict policy regarding photography during the ceremony. The forecast for the day was terrible with an amber weather warning for localised flooding, and with this in mind, we worked very quickly through the formal family groups. A bit thank you to the brides brother, Chris, who was a very able toastmaster for the day. His help in rounding everyone up was fantastic and ensured that we were able to conclude our photography in super quick time. It was just a well really, since the weather took a turn for the worst later on in the afternoon, with the power cutting off just before best and Peter gave his speak. Torrential rain followed but happily the electricity was soon back on so that guests could continue with the party. Amy and Michael are a lovely couple and we wish them every happiness in their future life together.

As a wedding photographer in the Yorkshire region, I always enjoy the variety of venues that we get to work in, and on Sunday we were at St Mary’s Church in Beverley and afterwards at Lazaat, for the wedding of Helena and Thomas. It was another bright sunny day when we arrived at the brides house and the ladies were busy getting ready. The early part of a wedding day is one of the nicest parts for the wedding photographer, as it tends to be very relaxed and it is a privilege to be party to this section of the wedding. We started our photography for the day, with images of the all important details including Helenas lovely wedding dress which was from Bridal Reloved in Beverley. Once Helena was ready, and her hair and make up were complete, we did some beautiful bridal portraits of her inside, before heading out into the garden to make the most of the good weather. Tom arrived at the church in a chauffuer driven, Aston Martin, and we completed some quick photographs of him and his best man Matthew and ushers Oliver and George. The guests were all bright and early and headed inside the cool church to await the arrival of the bride. Helena arrived in a vintage car accompanied by her dad David. As always, we worked quickly to grab some quick natural photographs of the bridal party before the bride made her entrance in the church. Following the service, guests headed out into the sunshine and we were able complete one of the most challenging parts of a photographers day; the formal group photographs. We managed to find a shady spot to do our photography and soon guests were on their way to celebrate at Lazaat, near Cottingham. The reception room looked amazing with a beautiful display of cupcakes that were supplied by Mary Baker of Driffield. I must say a very big thank you to Helena and Tom as we were lucky enough to join the guests for a wonderful meal! After dinner came the all important speeches that provided many laughs for the aseembled guests. We had a really wonderful day with Helena and Tom and we wish them every happiness in their future life together.

For every wedding photographer, the weather is always a concern for each and every wedding, but on Saturday, we were lucky to have some lovely spring sunshine for the wedding Sophie and Ryan, who were married at St Peters Church, in Bilton. Our day began when we met up with Sophie and her bridesmaids Kimberley, Daniella, Annie, Amy and Katy, at her parents house. The early part of a wedding day is one of the nicest parts for the wedding photographer, as it tends to be very relaxed and it is a privilege to be party to this section of the wedding. Karen and Ian made us feel very welcome and the girls were busy getting ready when we arrived. We started our photography for the day, with images of the all important details including Sophie stunning wedding dress which was from Bridal Boutique in Hull. Once Sophie was ready, and her hair and make up were complete, we did some beautiful bridal portraits of her in the garden before heading off to meet Ryan and his brother and best man, Craig, at the church. From this point in the day, the work of a wedding photographer becomes very pressured and there is absolutely no margin for error but we were put at our ease by vicar Maggie. What a pleasure it was to work with Maggie, whose good humour and kindness made our job so much easier. Before long guests started to arrive and after some hugs and kisses, Ryan headed inside to await his bride. Sophie arrived in style in a vintage car supplied by Pickering Cars, and was accompanied by her dad Dave. As always, we worked quickly to grab some quick natural photographs before the bride made her entrance in the church. Following the service, guests headed out into the sunshine and we were able complete one of the most challenging parts of a photographers day; the formal group photographs. It is safe to say that we breathe a small sigh of relief once the group photographs are done, and everyone else can get on with the business of enjoying themselves! The couple held their wedding reception at the wonderful Tickton Grange; one of our favourite venues in the Yorkshire region. Over recent months the venue has undergone a stylish refurbishment both inside and out and it looks really stunning. The reception room looked amazing with a beautiful cake that was decorated by Sophie’s friend Amy, providing the perfect centrepiece. Sophie and Ryan opted to break with tradition and had their speeches before the food so that everyone was able to enjoy their meal. Once the guests sat down for their meal, we were able to take a much needed break, before checking through the photographs and making sure we had not missed anything on Sophie and Ryan’s list. Whilst the weather was lovely for guests, it was far from ideal for photography and so after the celebrations the bridal party joined us outside in the gardens and we were able to conclude our work. I must say a very big thank you to Sophie and her bridesmaids who were fantastic sports and didn’t bat an eyelid when I trampled though a few nettles and asked them to follow me! The girls followed without hesitation and we were able to take some really lovely candid photographs of them amongst the bluebells. From start to finish this was a truly wonderful wedding. It was a really happy occasion and Sophie and Ryan are such a lovely couple. Their patience and good humour was unending and I hope they feel that their goodwill has been rewarded when they look through their photographs. This was our first wedding of 2018 and it was a totally fantastic way to start. Thank you Sophie and Ryan; we loved being part of your special day, may you continue to love one another and live your own happy ever after!

Yesterday we had our first pre wedding photoshoot of the 2018 season! The weather was true to form with major April showers providing the backdrop for the photography. Whilst we were unlucky with the weather, we were extremely lucky with our clients Helena and Tom, who carried on as if it was a perfect spring day! I have rarely had the pleasure of working with such a relaxed, easy going couple which made our job so much easier! The location for the shoot was Lazaat in Cottingham, where this lovely couple will hold their wedding reception. Helena and Tom are a lovely couple and we are very much looking forward to photographing their wedding day. I do hope thats the last we will see of the brollies this year!