Thursday, 12 April 2012

Langley Castle Wedding Photoshoot with Simply Bows & Chair Covers, Adam Prest Flowers and By Wendy Stationery.

Back in January, I had the pleasure of being part of this lovely winter photoshoot, inspired by the medevial setting of Langley Castle. Langley Castle is situated in beautiful grounds near to Hexham, and is an ideal setting for a grand wedding day.






Kristy from Simply Bows wanted to create some wonderful inspiration for her brides and grooms for their castle-setting weddings. She chose sumptuous gold and cream colours to bring out the room colours and stone work, and Wendy created some simple but beautiful table stationery to compliment her choices. 





Adam Prest came up with three completely different to each other table centre pieces, two of which were more unusual – one a large tree branch in a glass vase, featuring glass baubles with tealights inside, hanging from the branches. There were also yellow tulips and birds perching on the branches. 









His other unusual piece was an inspired choice for winter weddings: Snow drops and moss placed around a glass bowl, the bowl had a snow/ice effect with floating candles. A really quirky table centrepiece and a great talking point.







Kristy wanted to show her brides that there is a lot more choice available with chair sashes, and they definitely don't need to be all the same colour organza bows. She had a wonderful flocked cream material, which went beautifully, and on another table, shimmering gold bands centred with a circular brooch.







Wendy, of By Wendy Bespoke Stationery created some stunning table stationery including menus, place names and table numbers. Her designs complemented the decor wonderfully. 







I really enjoyed the photoshoot, as well as all the stunning tables to photograph, Kristy and Adam kept me entertained with anecdotes and stories whilst I was working, and my tummy was aching with laughter at times!






Thanks for inviting me to be part of your shoot!

Supplier credits: 

Wednesday, 11 April 2012

Marsden Grotto Beach Wedding Photoshoot Sneak Peeks

Well well well, I can't believe I haven't yet posted this up here yet but basically last month some amazing wedding suppliers got together to produce an amazing beach themed photoshoot. I started planning this shoot back in October 2011. My idea was to get some businesses working together to produce something fresh and different, a change from all the beautiful (but too often done) vintage chintz photoshoots with floral teacups...

And wow I was blown away by how many amazing suppliers we got together for the shoot.... and how creative they all were.

Here are just a few sneak peeks.....more to come!!!!





Credits for the above images:

Katie Byram Photography - Photography (& love heart chalk board!)
Marsden Grotto - Venue
Y.A.P Bridal - Dresses
Fern Event Florists - Bouquets and corsages
Bridal Designs Wedding Jewellery - Necklace & bracelets
By Gina  - Headpieces
Blades Formal Menswear - Suits & shoes
Sweet Pea Events  - Deck chairs, picnic basket.
Make Up By Jo - Make up
Lisa Cameron - Hair

Models:
Marie Jensen,
Adam Stonebanks,
Philip McCoy
Constance Peach

Other people who took part in the shoot:
Sally Thurrell Photography - Behind the scenes/detail photography and video
Simply Bows and Chair Covers  - Tables and chair styling and centre pieces
Little Bundles Bunting - Handmade bunting
By Wendy Bespoke Stationery - Stationery, table plan and favours
Crystal Wishing Trees By Wendy - Wishing tree and decorations
Little Town Bakery - Cake
Candy Buffet Studio  - Candy buffet and cake push pops
Crown Studio, Rothbury - Handmade ceramic love hearts
Just Perfect Wedding and Events Gallery  - Organisation and planning.

Tuesday, 10 April 2012

Joanne & Peter's Engagement Shoot Sneaky Peeks

I recently attended a wedding fayre at the new Double Tree by Hilton hotel which is a gorgeous new hotel right next to Newcastle Airport. I had a draw for couples to win an engagement shoot, and it was an absolute pleasure to photograph the winning couple, Joanne and Peter at their chosen location - Blyth Beach.

 I met them next to the beautiful brightly-coloured beach huts. In contrast to the previous day, it was very cold and very windy, but it didn't stop Joanne and Peter having great fun, jumping around, even running in the sea. Here is a sneaky peek of their photoshoot. 





Joanne and Peter have booked their wedding for May next year. I wish them lots of luck and happy planning!! 


Thursday, 5 April 2012

Chris and Victoria's Pre-Wedding Photoshoot At Souter Lighthouse

It was a hot and very sunny day when I met up with Victoria and Chris at Souter Lighthouse near Whitburn. They are getting married next month at The Little Haven Hotel near to South Shields which is a charming place with beautiful scenery surrounding. Souter Lighthouse is a rather special place to Victoria and Chris as they have taken many walks along the cliff tops there together, so when they suggested this location I was more than happy to grab the opportunity. I have also walked many times on the clifftops, it's a gorgeous location and I love the red and white stripy lighthouse.




















 




Such a lovely day and really looking forward to their wedding next month!