I first met Sam and Phil and the Detling Wedding Experience show. After a quick consultation we had a pre wedding shoot in the glorious grounds of Leeds Castle which offered the couple to try out the poses and get used to the idea of being photographed. Sam and Phil chose the Spa Hotel in Tunbridge Wells as the venue for both their ceremony and the reception. Having shot at the Spa Hotel before I knew the grounds as well as the hotel itself offer some fantastic photographic opportunities. Needles to say I was not disappointed. The light was magical, the couple were a joy to work with and the guests… well just look at the shapes they threw at the dance floor! If you are looking for a documentary wedding photographer to cover your wedding at the Spa Hotel in Tunbridge Wells or other wedding venues in the South East then please get in touch.
Read OnSam and Craig tied the knot at the St Peter and St Paul’s Church in the picturesque village of Ayelsford and they could not have picked a better day for it. After the bridal prep at Sam’s family home I ventured down to Ayelsford to retrieve Craig from the village pub, where he was making his last minute preparations, helped by a glass or two of liquid courage of course. A brisk walk to the church later we awaited the arrival of the bridal party. Once they made it to St Peter and St Paul’s, and after a giggle or two outside the church, I was privileged to witness an intimate and moving ceremony which you can see for yourself below. Following the ceremony, we made our way to the wedding reception held at the Barnyard in Upchurch. The wedding was accommodated in a marquee located in the Barnyard’s stunning grounds, full of fantastic photo opportunities. I loved every minute I spent crafting this couples’ story and I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I have. If you are considering hosting your wedding at the Barnyard or any venues in Kent or the South East and are looking for […]
Read OnDiane and Huw were one of those couples who booked me two years in advance of their wedding at Cooling Castle Barn in Kent. During this time I not only managed to photograph them during their pre-wedding shoot but also had the privilege of doing a beautiful, newborn photoshoot for their baby boy, who happened to arrive in the meantime. Working with them on the two occasions was a pleasure and it meant that they both felt relaxed and happy in front of the camera. The ceremony and reception was held in the Cooling Castle Barn in Kent, with charming grounds and rolling Kentish countryside as well as experienced team, who make organising weddings look like a walk in the park. If you are considering getting married at the Cooling Castle Barn and still looking for a photographer then please get in touch.
Read OnI was lucky to be part of Joanna and Ryan’s fabulous wedding at the Taplow House Hotel in Maidenhead, Berkshire. We started with a fun and very emotional bridal prep in the Hotel suite,which was filled with tear-jerking moments especially when the bride to be opened her gifts. Followed by a wedding ceremony at the St Michael’s Church in Bray which was made even better by the lovely summer weather. Following the ceremony, the party moved back to the Taplow House Hotel where the reception was held. After the wedding breakfast and hilarious speeches we made use of the hotel’s enchanted grounds for the bride and groom portraits. I loved the intimate atmosphere of the Hotel and the grounds which, together with a fun-loving and energetic wedding party made for an unforgettable experience.
Read OnThis year the Salomons Estate in Tunbridge Wells hosted what for me must have been one of the most magical weddings of the year and this is purely because Amina and Ahzam aka the bride and groom are some of the most laid back and fun loving people I ever worked with. There were laughs, there were the groom’s men dressed as princesses and then there was the bride looking like a Disney princess. All this, together with a mansion full of guests determined to have a fun day made this wedding a truly magical one. The day started with the bride and the her bridesmaids anxiously getting ready at the Bothy a stylish and cosy cottage in Fordcombe, Kent just outside Tunbridge Wells. You have to love this stage of the day especially as the ladies were in fantastic humours even though they were rushing a bit to make it in time for the wedding. Soon the hair and make up were done and the bride ready and looking absolutely gorgeous we headed off to Salomons. The venue greeted us with with glorious views and even better weather and whilst the latter can be a bit of hit and […]
Read OnSo this one is not going to be a normal wedding blog, in fact it’s not a wedding blog at all! The Salomons Estate, which is one of my regular venues asked me if I would like to come and cover a new type of event they’re trying out namely a showcase of local bands and singers presenting their own original material as well as popular covers. Now, normally concert photography isn’t really bread and butter for me but I do like to work outside of my comfort zone every now and then so I packed my photo gear and headed to the venue. The acts were T and the Biscuits followed by Chris Whitmore, and Matthew Hovenden who played his original material and took the opportunity to promote his kickstarter campaign to gather funds to self-release a 4 track EP. The next act was Ricky and the Hats who simply rocked the house with their electrifying mix of Ska, dub and pop followed by The Dirty Pillows who served a smorgasbord of all time rock classics. I had a fantastic time, as did the guests since the Salomons’ Science Theatre floor quickly turned into a mosh pit, and would definitely like to cover more […]
Read OnThe Westerham Golf Club in Kent with its beautiful hall and breathtaking grounds is a fantastic choice of a wedding venue so no wonder Charlie and Steve decided to host their big day there. It was also nice for me to come back to Westerham since I simply love shooting there. Now the day itself was indeed very exciting in part thanks to the weather which kept us on our toes throughout the day. We did however manage to stay dry for most of the time and all the the photographs went as planned. The day started with the Bridal preparations at Charlie’s parental home, followed by a beautiful ceremony at the St John the Evangelist Church in Hildenbrough. After the ceremony and after taking the group photographs whilst balancing on a wonky ladder, I was the one balancing not the guests of course, we headed for the stunning Westerham Golf Club for the reception. As mentioned before, the venue is stunning and after the decorations and flowers were in place it was simply magical. Another reason why I love Westerham is that you can have a little race with the Bride and Groom in the golf buggies around the golf course […]
Read OnMeet Joanna and Ryan, a lovely couple from West Malling who are getting married this August. For their engagement shoot we went for a short walk around West Malling and then headed over to the Leybourne Lakes Country Park where we were spoiled for photography locations. I had a fantastic time photographing these two love birds especially as they seemed to enjoy fooling around in front of the camera. I look forward to August and their wedding day.
Read OnI was extremely fortunate to be asked to be a part of a fantastically laid back New Forest wedding of Hilary and Chris. Firstly we met up for an engagement shoot in the stunning Dunorlan Park in Tunbridge Wells. Then, after a few months it was time to back my photography bag and head out to the New Forest to provide a coverage of their wedding day. The ceremony was held in St Mathews Church a lovely and picturesque church located in Netley Marsh. The couple then drove to the reception which they opted to have in the Hanger Farm Arts Centre located only a short drive away from the church in Totton. I must admit I absolutely loved the venue which was quaint, quirky and perfect for a relaxed, family wedding. The evening provided an opportunity for a quick bride and groom shoot in glorious New Forest Sunset followed by one of the most intriguing DJ duo I have witnessed so far. Anyway, enough of my ramblings. Have a look for yourselves… If you are planning to hold your wedding at the Hanger Farm Arts Centre in Totton, Southampton and you are still looking for a photographer to capture the […]
Read OnLadies and gentlemen I give you the fabulous wedding of Rebecca and Edward which took place in the magnificent surroundings of Chilston Park Hotel. I was looking forward to their wedding for since their engagement shoot and I knew it was going to enjoy it mostly because they are simply fantastic people. Bex and Ed are fun loving young couple full of crazy ideas who were on a mission to make their wedding a fun and enjoyable one. We were very fortunate to be spoiled by both the venue, glorious weather and great atmosphere all of which made the day a joy to photograph. The weather was almost too good and due to harsh sunlight we decided to move the bride and groom portrait shoot to the evening resulting in simply beautiful photographs by the lake. Chilston Park is truly an enchanting venue with tons of character and oozing of elegance so if you are thinking of hosting your wedding there I can thoroughly recommend it. With it’s rolling countryside, luxurious interiors and excellent staff make it will make your special day an unforgettable one. If you are planning your wedding at the Chilston Park Hotel and would like to […]
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