Wedding Photojournalism at Bury Court Barn | Daniel & Fiona

I documented Daniel and Fiona's intimate little wedding alongside Alexis in the stunning Surrey countryside and at a couple of particularly nice venues. I've had the pleasure of photographing weddings at Bury Court Barn on and off for quite a few years now and so it's always nice to return to document another wedding there.

It just seems to get better with each passing year and the atmosphere of events held there are always incredibly relaxed and fun.

Fiona and Daniel's Surrey wedding photography began at the bridal preparations in the bedrooms adjacent to the barn, the light has always been great to work with in these rooms.

The traditional church service took place at St Joan of Arc in Farnham not so far from the barn and a church run by one of the most refreshing Catholic priests I've worked with - with photography actively encouraged. Their Catholic wedding ceremony was swiftly followed by a relaxed reception in the Surrey wedding venue, Bury Court Barn.

Below are just a few of my favourite reportage wedding photographs from this warm little day.

Wedding Photojournalism at The Lanesborough Hotel | Terence & Allison

I've been looking forward to working with Allison and Terence again since their engagement shoot in and around London late last year. I remember it well as it was the first time I'd walked around the Kyoto Gardens in Holland Park.

It's such a tranquil and serene setting amidst the chaos and relentlessness of London and somewhere I'll certainly be visiting more often.

The light during their late autumn shoot was perfect. I have so many favourites from this 'Day in The Life' style engagement shoot and I've really had to pick my absolute favourite to keep this post, which spans three days, to a reasonable size.

The pre-wedding shoot image is followed by my documentary coverage of the parents of both Terence and Allison renewing their marriage vows. This was a complete surprise and remained a secret right up until the end of the church rehearsal on the eve of the wedding. It was so nice to meet the immediate family and friends prior to the wedding photography in London and after this short service at St Peters we walked to the nearby Belgraves for Pimms.

The wedding day, which I documented alongside Alexis, featured a variety of environments with a very fluid transition between each location giving the collection of images and chapters a particularly strong narrative.

Allison's bridal preparations were documented at their flat in South West London and from there we jumped in a cab with Terence and his best man to meet up with the ushers at The Lanesborough hotel, and after a little Dutch courage the men walked to the church to greet guests.

Breaking the day up like this gives coverage such variety, something most London weddings we document have and why we love them so much.

The marriage ceremony took place at St Peters Church in Eaton Square, just a ten-minute walk from The Lanesborough in Knightsbridge. It ran exceptionally smoothly and we were allowed to document the entire event. St Peters is nothing short of breathtaking, the architecture is spectacular and natural light floods the interior.

On returning to The Lanesborough we were treated to a classy drinks reception and an array of speeches from family and friends. After the wedding breakfast guests were encouraged down to the basement level of the hotel where a candlelit bar and pianist awaited the first dance.

Below is just a little of my favourite London wedding photography.

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Natural Wedding Photography at Kingston Bagpuize House | Miriam & Michael

Miriam and Michael's traditional wedding ceremony took place at Holy Rood Church in Shilton - a picturesque village in Oxfordshire. Unfortunately, we weren't allowed to photograph during the ceremony, despite our incredibly discreet documentary wedding photography style.

The couple's wedding ceremony was swiftly followed by a classy drinks reception at Kingston Bagpuize House just a few minutes drive from the church and a venue I know very well. The beautiful tones during this wedding made for great black and white wedding photography.

The day was very family focussed with Miriam and Michael inviting only their nearest and dearest. Inevitably there were lots of children which I feel really adds to a wedding day. Kids are so unpredictable and fun, they often take the edge off what can sometimes be a serious event. It's good for photography too, for obvious reasons!

Moments we're delicate, quiet and a little tender, not all weddings are loud and bright, thankfully the majority of weddings I document are very real and honest and this is a perfect example. Below are just a few of my favourite documentary wedding photographs created alongside Alexis.

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