November 02, 2018
Kirsty & Dwayne's Summer Southend Barns Wedding
This is how the story begins...With Kirsty and Dwayne, a couple marrying at the rejuvenated and contemporary styled dairy farm of Southend Barns, close to the infamous Witterings beaches. Set back in the beautiful countryside close to Chichester these lovingly restored barns, which still retain bags of rustic charm, were full to the brim with delightful decor and details that personalised the space in a array of creative and fun ways. The theme of this wedding was largely characterised by the stunning setting and summer feel and whilst the weather was warm and mild, the sky was an unusual shade of white. Like a blank canvas it perfectly enhanced Kirsty’s pastel pink motif for the day and the contrasting greenery of the ground’s lush manicured lawns and gardens. This bride and groom had made every effort to keep their guests happy at all times; their thoughtful attention to detail ensured that they had a thoroughly relaxed gathering of all ages, entertained from start to finish!
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October 25, 2018
Natalie & Paul's Southend Barns Summer Wedding
Back at the start of the summer this year I photographed Natalie and Paul with their two sons and daughter at the stunning sunny location of West Wittering beach. Engaged to be married in August, this couple’s wedding was an exciting and long awaited occasion for the whole family and I was delighted that they had chosen me to photograph the big day. This engagement shoot on the beach was a great warm up which enabled me to get to know the family and build a little rapport with each child individually too - ideal preparation for the wedding day which would require their confidence and trust in me. Once 11th August had arrived I was pleased to be meeting up again, sharing jokes and laughs from our previous shoot and getting excited for the day ahead!
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August 09, 2018
Emily & Zach's Southend Barns Summer Wedding
The last day of June this year was steaming hot, perfect for outdoor nuptials and particularly ideal for the exciting debut of the brand new outdoor ceremony area at Southend Barns. Emily and Zach had been planning their wedding for two years and so it was a wonderful surprise for them to discover they could marry in this newly created bespoke space. It had been sweetly named ‘The Secret Garden’ which was due to be finished and ready for use just in time for the couple’s big day. Being a gardener by trade, this tranquil hideaway outdoor area particularly appealed to Zach who would really appreciate all of the rustic textures, including the lush green leafy plants and trees, wooden log feature walls and original flint stone barn walls. The couple felt hugely honoured to find out they would be amongst the first to marry in this beautiful garden space and of course it was a treat for me to have an additional beautiful backdrop to frame the bride and her groom exchanging rings and promises.
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