Photographing a Wedding at Winters Barns in Canterbury: Emma and Sam’s Big Day

Emma and Sam’s beautiful Thursday wedding at Winters Barns in Canterbury was a day to remember. As a photographer, I was there to capture every moment of this special occasion.

Like the emotional moment when Emma’s father saw her all dressed up and ready. It was a sight to behold. It’s fair to say she blew him away (and ever the gent, he did the decent thing and had a little cry!)

And he wasn’t the only one impressed with Emma - check out the look on this little lady.

Before we knew it, it was showtime. Sam was keenly awaiting his bride over at the barn, but first Emma’s girls got to proceed her down the aisle - and they all looked amazing and did an incredible job.

And then it was Emma’s turn. Obviously she knocked Sam’s socks off when he laid eyes on her.

The ceremony itself was short, sweet and really rather lovely (save for the moment where I dropped my GoPro on the floor making a big old racket - DOH!)

After the ceremony we had roughly 2 minutes before the rain was due, so with the help of wedding coordinator and all round legend Sally (to use her full name), the guests were rushed outside for the confetti shot, and they absolutely pelted the newlyweds - it was excellent! 

And then, between short showers (by that I mean it was raining - not that we all nipped off for a quick shower), I managed to take a stroll around the beautiful Winters Barns gardens with the Bride and Groom to take some incredible photos.

After the Wedding Breakfast we were treated to 3 excellent speeches that each had funny and emotional elements to them and kept the guests well entertained. 

After the speeches it actually turned into a beautiful little rainless moment outside for the guests to enjoy the gardens.

Soon enough, the evening guests had arrived and it was time for Emma and Sam to enjoy a lovely first dance together.

And then… PARTY TIME! 

Hands up if you had the best time at Emma and Sam’s Wedding!

That’s all for this little preview, folks.

An incredible day for the most wonderful couple. 

I’ll add one or two more pictures from this day to the Facebook and Instagram pages as I edit them, so feel free to follow along over there.

Huge thanks to all at Winters Barns for taking such good care of me and for making sure everything ran so smoothly. Special thanks to Sally for running such a smooth show!

Thanks too to all of Emma and Sam’s wonderful guests for making me so welcome. A fantastic bunch of people - I had a great time!

What an incredible day Chloe and Richard had at the lovely Gaynes Park in Epping yesterday.

Chloe and her girls (plus one special little man) got ready in the Bridal Cottage and they had a really nice, relaxed morning together.

Before long it was time for Chloe’s Dad to come and see her. He did the decent thing and had a little cry.

And then we had an excited little walk to the ceremony at the Orangery.

Then right on schedule, it was show time. First of all, Chloe’s bridesmaids led the way and then Chloe was escorted by her very proud Dad.

The ceremony itself was short and very sweet and all sealed with a big ol’ smooch!

After the ceremony all of their guests were very excited to pelt Chloe and Richard with confetti!

Then, in a successful effort to beat the rain, Chloe, Richard and I took a little stroll around the Gaynes Park gardens for some pictures.

We then headed back to the guests for some group shots. 

A lot of times people ask me what I mean when I talk about natural photos at a wedding, and this is a really good example. During the group shots, Chloe’s parents took a little stroll and I saw this out of the corner my eye. They have no idea (until they see this blog) that I took this shot, but it’s one of my favourites from the day.

Soon enough, the speeches had been spoken, the food had been eaten and the quiz had been won. 
It was time for Chloe and Richard’s first dance.

And then… PARTY TIME! 
Chloe and Richard had arranged for a traditional Ceilidh with the excellent Licence to Ceilidh band, and their guests loved it!

Right before I left, as usual, I asked the happy couple if they wanted to pop outside for a night time shot. It was raining heavily and it was windy too, so I didn’t expect them to say yes, but both Chloe and Richard were immediately willing and I finally got to take the night time rain shot that I’ve been wishing for for years!

That’s all for this little preview, folks.

An incredible day for the most wonderful couple. 

I’ll add one or two more pictures from this day to the Facebook and Instagram pages as I edit them, so feel free to follow along over there.

Huge thanks to all at Gaynes Park for taking such good care of me and for making sure everything ran so smoothly. Special thanks to Natasha for running such a smooth show!

Thanks too to all of Chloe and Richard’s wonderful guests for making me so welcome. A fantastic bunch of people. 

What a great day Lizzie and Alex had on Saturday at Tithe Barn in Box Hill.

Lizzie got ready with her squad at the hotel. They had a great morning, chatting and joking while Holly at HL London worked her magic with the hair and make-up. When it was dress time, Maid of Honour (and all round legend) Megan helped Lizzie into the dress.
Honestly, how great did Lizzie look?

Then just like that, it was showtime! 
There ceremony itself was short and very sweet and all sealed with a big ol’ smooch!

For what felt like the first time in weeks, it barely rained all day and so we made the most of the beautiful garden area at Tithe Barn.

Before we even knew it, the wedding breakfast had been eaten and the speeches had been spoken. It was time for a beautiful first dance.

And then… PARTY TIME! 

My favourite thing about photographing weddings at Tithe Barn is the incredible night shots. 
I always try to sneak my couples away for 5 minutes at night time for a shot or two, so I was delighted when Lizzie and Alex agreed to pop outside with me.

That’s all for this little preview, folks.

An incredible day for the most wonderful couple. 

I’ll add one or two more pictures from this day to the Facebook and Instagram pages as I edit them, so feel free to follow along over there.

Huge thanks to all at Tithe Barn for taking such good care of us and for making sure everything ran so smoothly. Special thanks to Eleanor for running such a smooth show!

Thanks too to all of Lizzie and Alex’s wonderful guests for making us so welcome. Especially to best men Tom and Sam who were immensely helpful when we needed to hunt people down for the group shots.