The date we all had had in our dairies for over a year was upon us, 18th July 2015, the family wedding of the year, between my partners nephew Craig and the lovely Salome.
The stunning 16th century Thatched Barn is set in 48 acres of private estate. A private driveway extending for more than quarter of a mile will lead you to open valley countryside set in the heart of Kent between Dover and Folkestone on The Old Folkestone Road.
The sun was shining, just a perfect clear blue sky above and not a breeze was to be felt. we all arrived in our finery to discover an outside seating area full of bunting, hand made wooden sign's and hazel twig hearts hanging from the tree's... a gorgeous setting for any Bride and Groom to say their vows in front of their loved ones and friends..
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| Handmade Touches |
I had brought my camera, l'm the sort of photographer who takes those one off shots the quirky ones, the ones when no one is looking and l love them...
Looking around the seated guests there was a colourful array of glorious hat, fabulous fasinators, bow ties and braces, everyone had turned out in their Sunday best for this delightful couple.
The Bride was traditionally late ( in her defence the local area was trying to cope with Operation Stack at the time).. The Groom looked to the steps nervously waiting for the signal that the love of his life was about to appear oh and she did it in such a way that made us all smile and gasp... in an old fashioned Fire engine ( quick in sight in to the couple Craig is a fire fighter for the London Fire Brigade.. hence the fire engine)
Salome was essorted in by beautiful brides maids and her dashing father looking very proud to have his daughter on his arm
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| That perfect moment in time |
The smile on both their faces when they set eyes on each other showed the true love and affection that Craig and Salome both share for each other..
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| Tears of Joy |
The ceremony that followed was a very personal one and there was not many a dry eye in the house..
We were sat behind the two Mother's and as l glanced down l saw a most symbolic sight, the two women were holding hands watching the darling children making a memory.. l captured the moment on camera and l'm so pleased to say that every who has seen the photograph has loved it and can understand why l took it...
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| Such a symbolic photo, I felt very honoured to have witnessed such an amazing moment. |
After the cermony we retired to the beautiful gardens for refreshments and a mingle, you can't beat a mingle at a wedding, there were hand made games for the children to play and a box of Swishy sticks, have a swish and make a wish, well it would of been rude not to, and yes l still have my swish stick at home
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| Swish and Wish |
The reception inside the barn was gorgoeus and Salome had made all the wonderful decorations, very creative and clever young lady... the food was scummy and it all had a wonderful laid back feel, relaxed and very calming ..
When talking about the menu how can we not mention the scrumptious cake that was made by the Groom's own fair hands..
Scrumptious
The evening reception was a mixture of giggles, dancing, silly selfies, and so many smiles all round.
and the Bride got to crowd surf, priceless moment.....
I have posted some of the photo's that l took that day,
and to The Bride and Groom Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your Special day, l wouldn't have missed it for the world....
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| Feeling the emotion and love |
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| Hold on tight we are making a memory |
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| Beautiful People |
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| Feeling the Love |
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| Capturing the beautiful detailing of the dress... |
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| Just soooo happy |
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Name Places.. just lovely
Well Until next time my Lovelies,
Keep Smiling
Love and Hugs
Louise xx |
