Through the eyes of a travelling photographer
William & Natalie were married today at the world renowned Dorchester Hotel in London. Shooting alongside Richard Swaffields (swaffs.co.uk), we captured their special day from every angle possible. Shooting in the private wing for the ceremony, the penthouse suite balcony, and venturing across into Hyde Park for some fun shots. Congratulations on your beautiful day. 🙂
William, a talented pianist
Prague is a wonderful, beautiful city. Despite raining for practically every moment of our 36 hours in the city, a few of us keen sightseers braved the weather to explore the historical sites. Prague was also included to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1992, with its great mix of Gothic and Renaissance styled architecture.
Old Town Square at Night. There was plenty of lightning going also amongst the rain, but didn’t have the patience to capture it
Beautiful buildings make up all corners of Prague
Prague Castle and Vltava River at Night
The following morning, in Old Market Square, the rain continued to pound the cobbled stones – when I noticed a young newlywed couple having a few photos taken. They’re mood was very upbeat, and was great to see another photographer out there in the elements capturing those moments.
Cobbled Street in Prague, on way to the Castle
St Vitus Cathedral, in the Castle grounds – Camera was soaked, hence the smudges
Changing of the Guard
Valérie
Rob & Kat were married at the lovely Crondon Park – Golf & Country Club in Essex. My friend Rich (Swaffs.co.uk) was the main photographer, and chose me as his assistant. We both ended up shooting a large variety of shots, with Rich focusing on the formals, whilst I grabbed some candids from various angles. Rob & Kat were a load of fun, with their passion for motorcycles evident!
Kat having her final touches of makeup done
Candid just after leaving the ceremony
Chocolate Fountain – Fantastic idea, and a great hit with the guests
Rob, surprising Kat with the first dance
And back to beautiful formality
My good fellow photography friend, Matt Peters was married today to his lovely new wife, Jemma. The ceremony and reception were held at the amazing Alexander House, in the West Sussex countryside, under the warm spring sun.
Alexander House and gardens
The men arriving to Alexander House
Matt & his son Harry getting dressed
Jemma, with her grandmother
Jemma’s sister, Laura applying the final touch
Laura, Matt, Jemma & best man, Greg
After Ron & Kim’s recent wedding, which unfortunately was rather wet, I offered to shoot some casual portraits at their favourite west coast beach, Bethells.
Had the great pleasure of shooting the wedding of Matt & Lisa at the Northridge Country Lodge, Silverdale. Lisa’s been one of my closest friends for many years, so was a great priveledge to assist her on their beautiful day.
Johnny & Kirsty were wed at the stunning Kelliher Estate, on Puketutu Island. Featuring a Spanish villa, set amongst bush and landscaped gardens.
Kim and Ron were married at the lovely Gracehill Vineyard in Kumeu, where even the rain wasn’t going to spoil their special day.
After the recovery period from recent travels, ventured down to Napier for the wedding of Amy and Craig. The weather was stunning 27°C – in fact a touch too hot for all who were dressed for the occassion. The ceremony was held at the Botanical Gardens, with some photos afterwards along the beach where Craig proposed, as well as the port where the massive Queen Victoria was docked.
Amy and her mum, after walking the aisle of flowers
Dove release
From near the proposal point
The “invincibles” striking a pose
Amy and her brother Clinton – champion wrestler
Was a guest at a wedding for family friends, and was asked to take the camera along to get a few snaps. Stratford Manor was a fine wedding venue, and the weather turned out great.
The largest wedding of the season took place this weekend. Thirty people in the bridal party. The ceremony was held in the Band Rotunda, Cornwall Park. With the reception at Ellerslie Convention Centre. Warren & Kirst were there to capture the special day.
Photo by iKirst.com
Another wedding this weekend, this time a church wedding at the Mt Albert Methodist Church. No flash was used for the indoor church shots, however that was no issue. The reception was held at the New Lynn bowling club, with some photos taken down at Western Springs, at sunset.
Quack
This past weekend, saw another local wedding of Jason & Helen at the Band Rotunda, Albert Park. Followed by a reception at the Mandarin Seafood Restaurant.
Angela and Steve had a stunning wedding in the gardens of the Brigham in Whenuapai. Followed by a Monarch butterfly release, and fun photos later at the airforce base, on a P3 Orion (NZ4206). The weather and lighting were perfect, to capture those lifetime memories.
The full gallery can be viewed at: www.warrenwilliams.co.nz/weddings/london
The fabulous Gracehill Vineyard Restaurant in Kumeu, held host to the wedding of Bronwyn and Jay on Saturday 24th Feb 2007
