NATALIE & BENJAMIN

Natalie & Benjamin’s Wedding 15 09 22

We headed out to Natalie’s house to start the day off photographing the girls getting ready for the big day. Sapphire styling - https://www.sapphirestyling.co.uk/ were already there making the girls look fab for the day ahead.

Candid playful moment captured in natural lighting.

Series of black and white intimate portraits showing joyful expressions.

Modern office interior with blue cabinets and hardwood floors.

Black and white candid shots in preparation room with natural window light.

Dave and I photographed the girls for a while, then I went over to the church via the local alehouse to meet up with Ben and the groomsmen before the ceremony.

Man in formal attire sips drink at evening event.

Black and white candid shots of guests enjoying drinks at reception.

Guests mingle and socialize at an indoor reception venue with warm lighting and casual atmosphere.

Wedding venue decorated with natural greenery and white flowers in an outdoor garden setting.

After a few stiff drinks to calm the nerves, they then headed off to St James Church https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/9438/ ready for the ceremony. It was lovely to meet up with Simon the local vicar again as we had photographed a ceremony a few weeks previously with him.

Wooden directional signs mark the path at an outdoor wedding venue.

Close-up shot of wedding rings resting on moss with shallow depth of field.

Group of guests in formal attire gathered inside a warmly lit church or reception venue.

Wedding guests and clergy sharing laughter during a ceremony in a traditional church setting.

Wedding preparation scene showing mint green bridesmaid dresses and white bridal gown being fastened.

Detail shots of wedding dress preparations with mint green accents in natural window light.

Close-up of delicate white lace details on a wedding dress with sparkly mint green accent.

Bridal portrait on stairs showing wedding dress and veil details against white background.

Natalie looked stunning as she walked down the aisle, and then the ceremony was underway. Speeches and music followed, then the newlyweds left the church as man & wife, to be greeted with confetti outside the church. We then took the group shots.

Wedding guests seated in church pews during an indoor ceremony.

Wedding party poses in front of stone wall with bridesmaids in sage green dresses.

Couple shares intimate moment during indoor wedding ceremony.

Wedding guests smile and laugh during indoor reception.

Black and white photo captures candid reactions during wedding ceremony.

Close-up of hands exchanging rings during wedding ceremony.

Young flower girl walks down church aisle during wedding ceremony.

Wedding guests form receiving line outdoors for newlyweds.

Wedding party poses against rustic stone wall for outdoor photos.

Joyful wedding guests celebrate with raised arms against stone wall backdrop.

The reception was located in the picturesque village of Horton. The newlyweds had booked the village hall http://hortonandchalburyvillagehall.com/ which is a beautiful converted barn in the heart of the village. Upon arriving the couple were greeted by the guests and our friends soulstarmusic - https://www.soulstarmusic.co.uk/ provided the tunes for the day.

Rustic barn wedding venue exterior with wooden fencing and gravel path on a sunny day.

Wedding reception hall decorated with string lights and white drapes creating an elegant atmosphere.

Row of colorful wedding menu cards displayed with green leaf accents.

Wedding guests enjoying drinks and conversation during outdoor reception.

Wedding party socializing and enjoying beverages against dark wooden backdrop.

Wedding party in sage green dresses holding natural bouquets against dark wooden wall.

After the formal photos it was time for the Wedding Breakfast with amazing food provided by Flaming Peaches Catering - https://flaming-peaches.com/

Black and white portrait of wedding party sharing joyful laughter together.

Black and white candid photo of wedding guests laughing and celebrating.

Romantic wedding portrait with flowing veil creating ethereal effect.

Couple sharing intimate moment against rustic wooden wall during wedding celebration.

Wedding guests share a joyful moment around a table with champagne and decorations at a reception.

Candid black and white photo of guests enjoying lively conversation at a wedding reception table.

Best man Jake provided a very entertaining speech complete with his trusty PowerPoint gizmo. Together with more speeches from the bridal party and a final word from another best man, we headed out into the nearby field to do a few shots with the lighting kit.

A speaker in a vest and white shirt reads from papers near red curtains at an outdoor venue.

Black and white candid shot of emotional reactions during wedding reception speeches.

Bridesmaids in matching sage green dresses read from papers during a wedding ceremony.

Emotional embrace shared during wedding reception speeches with table decorations in foreground.

Bridesmaids in flowing dresses pose playfully on a metal gate in black and white photography.

Wedding party poses dramatically at sunset with bridesmaids in sage green dresses.

We had great fun photographing the wedding party with the Godox kit, being watched on by the local sheep mafia and a few autumn mosquitoes catching the last few rays of light as the sun set behind Horton tower.