The beautiful Rivervale Barn in Yateley hosted the lovely wedding of Jenny and Alex. After having her hair done at home, Jenny came to Rivervale for her make up and the final touches. Alex got ready just down the road at the Casa Hotel. Once everyone was here they were greeted by great weather, beautiful surroundings and a very much in love couple. A fabulous celebration followed that was a joy to photograph.
Abbie and Alex were married in St Marks Church in Ampfield followed by a reception at Houghton Lodge in Stockbridge. A really lovely September day graced this couples beautiful wedding celebration and the reception venue will be one I remember forever.
Situated on the famous River Test I discovered this was the preeminent stretch of river trout fishing in England, often used by George Bush himself. Being a trout fisherman this made the environment all the better to photograph. Our gorgeous couple gave me some time to explore the beautiful grounds with them and create some wonderful pictures by the river. Their marquee also sat next to the river side so everyone could enjoy the views and space to wander and enjoy champagne. A really beautiful wedding to photograph and enjoy.
I was delighted to find out today that three of my images have won awards in the Q2 competition of the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association. My images won 2nd place in the getting ready category, 6th place in reception and 13th place in flower details. You can also view all the winning entries by following this link:
http://www.agwpja.com/photography-contests/48--agwpja-q2-2012/contest-details.html
It is always an honour just to get a mention in the contests so I am thrilled to have had my most successful year so far with five winning entries to date in 2012.
2nd Place Getting Ready
Judges Comment: Interesting character study and composition. Nice use of color.
6th Place Reception
Judges Comment: Great gesture and expression and nice toning make this a very compelling image.
13th Place Flower Details
Only just discovered this blog article about one of my overseas weddings in 2011 specifically Natasha and Will's beautiful wedding in Amalfi, Italy. It's a lovely article as it has an interview with Natasha which gives some great insight into getting married abroad and obviously features lots of my pictures too :o)
http://poppyinpearls.blogspot.co.uk/2011/08/thats-amore.html
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