Notley Abbey Wedding • Documentary Wedding Photography • Ricky and Nicole

I knew this wedding would be perfect top to bottom from my first meeting with Nicole and Ricky. Every detail had been thought about, each timing perfected, and nothing had got through the cracks. Notley Abbey is an absolutely stunning venue and the absolute perfect setting for this celebration of love. Nicole and Ricky were beyond excited during their morning of getting ready, it was fabulous to be able to move freely between the two of them to get both of their mornings, another bonus of Notley Abbey! 

The nerves kicked in as Nicole’s dress was buttoned up and Ricky’s cuff links were slotted in, the guests were arriving and the pre wedding gifts to each other had set the mood. It was so obvious to see the love they had for each other and this was brought to a head as the stunning bride walked down the aisle - every girl wants her husband-to-be to look at her like that! 

Just before the skies darkened we managed to get our couple shots which included the most important guest - Mabel their beloved dog, and she was an absolute star! Mabel sprinting towards her mum and dad when she saw them for the first time that day was film worthy and brought a tear to many of the on lookers!

I have to say that there was never a dull moment the entire day, even during the meal there was amazing musical entertainment, it was such a joy to capture each moment, laugh, and tear. 

I could talk endlessly about this wedding, but I really think the images below will speak for themselves! I wish Nicole and Ricky the most beautiful and full life together, if your future is anything like your wedding it will be full of joy and undying love, the adventure has just begun! 

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Venue: Notley Abbey
Flowers: Stems and Bows
Band/musicians: BM Artists
Videographer: Ground films
Hair and Make-up: The Edge Hair Design
Cake: Jamies Bakes Cakes
Dress: Georgina Scott Bridal

South Farm Wedding • Documentary Wedding Photography • Jen and Christopher

This was a very special wedding for me. How often do you get to know all the members of a family - and love them all!?!  I have grown up with the McKinney family; gone to school with my bestie Annie, performed on stage with Phoebe, been on holidays with all the McKinney ladies with so many stories to share, and many more stories to keep under wraps (!) and shared my love of photography with Sheila and Andy. So when I was asked to capture Jen’s big day I was overwhelmed! 

Everything about the day was so beautiful - the setting of South Farm was idyllic, a beautifully bright coloured farmhouse surrounded by gorgeous flower and kitchen gardens, with the occasional peacock, pig and chicken thrown in there! Jen’s dress was created and made by her sister Chloe and her other half, it was stunning and we knew that it was the only one in the world like it! She looked absolutely stunning walking down the aisle, due to the weather we couldn’t go for an outdoor ceremony as it was a little risky but inside the barn was gorgeous, adding to the personal touches was Jen’s sister Phoebe singing during the signing - a stunning moment.

After the vows and confetti line, the guests chilled out with drinks, ice cream and games whilst I went for a little walk with the newlyweds for their couple photos. The love they have for each other is beyond words. The evening drew in quickly and darkened the skies with rain in perfect timing for the meal and speeches. The moving of guests and hilarity during speeches was caught throughout the day through Sheila’s (Jen’s Mum) pinhole cameras which were set up around the venue. Using old bottles and other containers these long exposures are an art form which Sheila is an expert at, having many images in galleries and exhibitions (a true inspiration). 

The day went super quickly, as it usually does when you’re having fun! It was truly a day I won’t forget, watching a sister from another mister get married and being honoured and trusted to capture it! 

Love you guys.

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Venue: South Farm

Hair: Styled by Sophie 

Makeup: Faces by Katie Frost