Sarah & Laurence's Wedding Day 09/11/24


It was a pleasure to journey to Sopley Mill today to photograph Sarah & Laurence’s wedding day https://sopleymill.co.uk/weddings/ we were also joined by our good friend Tasha who made sure the day ran smoothly https://www.tasha-mae.co.uk/

The day started in the Avon Suite where the girls had their hair & make up done.

Black and white photos of wedding preparation with headphones and natural window light.
Wedding dress hanging in elegant room with ornate mirror and wooden beams.
Close-up shots of bridal preparations with soft natural lighting.
Getting ready moments captured in warm tones with soft focus and natural light.

The Groom and Groomsmen had hired the cottage next door where we took a few images of the chaps getting ready

Groomsmen share laughter and jokes while getting ready in a bright indoor space.
Wedding party members in formal attire share a lighthearted moment outdoors.
Groomsmen in formal suits sit casually on a white bench against a brick building.
Wedding party members line up showing their colorful socks against a white wall.

We headed off to Sopley church where the couple tied the knot.

Sarah looked amazing as she walked down the aisle to a packed church.

Black and white photograph capturing intimate moments during a church wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony in progress inside a historic stone church with stained glass windows.
Joyful celebration during a wedding ceremony in an ornate church with arched ceilings.
Church wedding ceremony with decorative floral arrangements and soft lighting.
Wedding celebration captured in warm lighting with natural expressions.
Wedding guests share heartfelt moments during an intimate signing ceremony.

As the couple exited the church, we took a few confetti shots then it was back to the Mill for the rest of the day.

Wedding party celebrates with confetti toss outside in natural lighting.
Wedding celebration outdoors with confetti being thrown by joyful guests.
Candid moments of celebration and laughter during outdoor wedding reception.
Wedding guests gather outdoors under string lights and greenery.

The afternoon was spent photographing reception and group shots. We also did a small personal shoot on the bridge.

Atmospheric evening reception with warm lighting in rustic venue.
Black and white candid wedding moments showing joy and laughter.
Playful couple poses with croquet equipment during outdoor wedding photo session.
Black and white wedding portraits showing couple with croquet equipment.
Wedding couple poses playfully on wooden boardwalk in countryside setting.
Elegant wedding portraits captured by water with white floral bouquet.

The wedding breakfast and speeches followed shortly.

A bride and groom walk together through an indoor venue with exposed brick walls and warm lighting.
Wedding guests laugh and celebrate during a reception in a rustic brick-walled venue.
Wedding guests hold papers and read during a ceremony in a brick-walled venue.
Wedding attendees react emotionally during speeches at an indoor reception.

 As night fell, we took a few sparkler images and then the first dance got under way.

Newlyweds and guests hold sparklers creating magical light trails in the night.
Couples celebrate with sparklers against a dark sky with string lights in the background.
Wedding reception in a brick venue with pink and orange mood lighting and dancing guests.
Couples share intimate dances on the reception floor with twinkling lights in the background.
Silhouettes of wedding party members pose against a bright sky background.

We wish Sarah & Laurence all the best with their new life together

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