Faye was an absolute dream to work with, especially as someone who usually hates being photographed. She made the whole experience feel so relaxed and natural, and it genuinely felt like I was spending time with a friend rather than a vendor I’d only just met ~ All of our guests have commented on how lovely, friendly, and talented Faye was.

Bride in a flowing white gown kisses her groom as she sits on his lap in an elegant greenery-draped venue with a styled reception table.
Black and white photo of a string quartet performing at an indoor event while a smiling woman in a dress sits in the foreground.
Watercolor illustrated poster of a red-roofed villa with trees and an arched viaduct, pinned to a weathered rustic brick and plaster wall.
Smiling elderly man in a suit and tie sits in a wheelchair holding a walking cane on a green lawn in a sunny garden with trees.
Black and white photo of a curly-haired saxophonist performing at a lively event while a woman in a dark gown dances behind him.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom facing each other in a garden, her long veil and train flowing behind her as she holds a bouquet.
Bride in a white gown holding a bouquet embraces her groom in a black tuxedo beside lush floral arches in a sunny garden wedding ceremony.
Bride in a sleeveless white gown with a long train holds a white bouquet before a lush floral arch in a sunlit garden.
Bride and groom kiss behind a candlelit table filled with white and blush wedding flowers and greenery in front of an arched window.
Woman's manicured hand with pale pink nails wearing an emerald-cut engagement ring, a rose gold bangle, and a diamond tennis bracelet.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linen, candles, and floral arrangements in a sunlit arched room with dappled light.
Groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie stands on a garden path surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers on a sunny day.
Elegant restaurant table setting with white linens, wine glasses and candles beside rattan chairs against a concrete wall with green plants.
Elegant wedding table with white linen, small glass vases of white flowers, and a lush floral and greenery arch backdrop.
Bride in a sleek white satin gown holds a champagne glass while standing among women in colorful floral and rust-toned dresses.
Two women in colorful floral dresses laugh and blow kisses at an outdoor garden party while guests in formal attire mingle on a stone patio.
Bride in an elegant open-back satin gown stands beside a white-draped reception table beneath hanging greenery in a brick-walled venue.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens, candles and soft pink and white floral arrangements beneath tall arched windows.
Black and white photo of a bride in an open-back gown with a flowing cape standing beside a groom in a lush, sunlit garden.
Wedding guests cheer and clap as a bride in a white dress and a groom in a bow tie are lifted overhead on a crowded dance floor.
Black and white photo of an outdoor wedding ceremony aisle lined with lush floral arrangements and empty chairs beneath tall garden trees.
Two smiling men in tweed blazers and bow ties pose together at an evening outdoor party, with guests and greenery in the background.
Bride in an elegant ivory satin wedding gown and long veil, seen from behind, holding a white floral bouquet in dappled sunlight.
Black and white photo of a joyful man in a plaid blazer and bow tie raising both fists and laughing at an outdoor celebration.
Close-up of a woman's hands wearing a diamond ring and bangle bracelet, dressed in a cream sleeveless top against a soft neutral background.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom at an outdoor garden wedding ceremony, with guests seated near lush floral arrangements.
Smiling man in a green blazer and brown shoes dances at an evening party while guests mingle near a brick wall.
Black and white wedding reception table with a card sign, fresh flowers and cane-back chairs in dappled sunlight against a brick wall.
A bride in a long white gown and veil holds a bouquet in an open doorway of an ivy-covered brick building on her wedding day.
Bride in a white gown holding a bouquet poses with five family members in formal attire outside a stone building with an arched wooden door.
Elegant sunlit wedding reception room with arched windows, long banquet table, cane-back chairs, and lush white and blush floral garlands.
Bride in a white satin gown holding a bouquet stands beside a groom in a black tuxedo on a garden path in warm golden sunlight.
Bride and groom in wedding attire pose with eight family members and guests outside a stone building with an arched wooden door.
Couple in dark formal wear kiss against a rustic stone wall holding a signed banner reading The Oliphants Est 2026.
Black and white photo of a woman in a long dark dress leaning back dramatically while dancing at a wedding reception as guests cheer.
Black and white photo of a bride in a long veil holding a bouquet in an open doorway covered in climbing ivy.
Black and white photo of a bride in an open-back gown embracing her groom in a lush garden surrounded by tall trees.
Black and white photo of a joyful bride holding a white bouquet high as confetti showers the newlyweds at an outdoor wedding.
Wedding guests lift a bride in a white dress into the air on a crowded dance floor in a lively black and white reception photo.
Black and white photo of a bearded groom in a tuxedo and bow tie holding two champagne coupe glasses outdoors beneath large trees.
Bride in an open-back ivory satin wedding gown embracing her groom on a garden path surrounded by blooming roses at sunset.
Four smiling wedding guests in formal attire pose together on a sunny garden lawn while another guest raises a glass of rosé.
Lush wedding floral arrangement of blush pink and white roses, hydrangeas and greenery in an outdoor garden with a table and chairs behind.
Three men in formal attire, two in black tuxedos with bow ties and one in a navy suit, pose in a bright room with an arched window.
Smiling man in sunglasses and a brown plaid blazer gets his feather bow tie adjusted, with a matching feather boutonniere.
Older woman in a floral strapless dress and lavender shawl holds a small item in her hands at an outdoor garden gathering.
An older woman with white hair tenderly touches the cheek of a smiling red-haired woman at an outdoor garden table.
Elegant wedding reception table set with white linens, wine glasses, and candles, surrounded by woven rattan chairs and lush green plants.
Bride in an elegant ivory satin gown walks a garden path holding a cream rose bouquet, with pointed white heels peeking from the hem.
Photographer crouching on a lawn to photograph smiling women in formal gowns posing at an outdoor wedding reception in black and white.
Bride in a white backless gown embraces a groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie in a sunlit rose garden at golden hour.
Bride in an elegant backless satin wedding gown with a long flowing veil walking along a tree-lined gravel garden path.
Two smiling women embrace in a rustic bedroom, one in a white satin gown and the other in a colorful floral maxi dress.
Bride in an open-back white gown holds a bouquet and walks hand in hand with a groom in a dark suit through a sunlit garden path.
Elegant wedding table with white linens, taper candles and rattan chairs against a rustic exposed brick wall with peeling plaster.
Couple holding hands showing wedding rings, she wears a white dress and bracelet, he wears a black suit and white shirt.
Elegant pearl drop earrings with small diamond accents resting on flowing, softly draped ivory satin fabric.
Smiling couple embracing in a lush garden, the man in a black tuxedo with sunglasses and boutonniere, the woman in a plum dress with ivory s
Bride in a white satin gown and groom in a white shirt share a kiss on a manicured lawn at night during a wedding celebration.
Bride in a white gown laughs with joyful wedding guests in formal attire during a lively reception celebration.
Elegant wedding reception hall with long tables, white linens, wooden chairs, hanging greenery and a sunlit skylight above.
A bride in a white gown holding a bouquet poses with four men in dark suits outside a vine-covered stone building at a wedding.
Bride and groom embrace in a sunlit glass-roofed reception hall with long set tables, candlelight, and lush floral garlands.
Black and white wedding family portrait of a bride, groom and two guests, one seated in a wheelchair, in a leafy garden.
Trailing green vines and leafy branches hang from a white ceiling above arched windows in a bright, elegant interior space.
Elegant restaurant table set with wine glasses, tall taper candles and a small flower vase against a rustic dark brick wall.
Champagne flutes filled with sparkling wine on a white tablecloth beside a potted tree and white flowers at an elegant outdoor celebration.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens, candles, and blush roses beneath an arched window overlooking a lush garden at dusk.
Black and white close-up of a bride in a draped satin gown embracing a groom in a suit, wedding bands and bracelet visible.
Black and white photo of a champagne coupe tower on a draped round table beside a bottle, set outdoors near stone steps and greenery.
Ivory silk wedding gown with a long flowing train hangs beside a standing mirror in a rustic room with white shiplap walls.
Bride in a flowing ivory satin gown holds a pair of cream pointed-toe slingback wedding heels in one hand while standing barefoot outdoors.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linen, rattan chairs and white floral greenery arrangements against a rustic exposed brick wall.
Round cocktail table with white linen holds stacked wine glasses and white hydrangeas on a stone patio beside ivy-covered walls.
Pink rose bush in full bloom with clusters of blossoms and green foliage in a sunny garden, with white roses and trees in the background.
Bride and groom pour champagne over a tiered glass tower on a draped table in a lush garden during their wedding celebration.
Flowing white bridal veil and silk gown train drifting in the breeze beside a stone planter of white hydrangeas on a gravel courtyard.
Pair of white pointed-toe heels hanging among pink roses and green leaves on a dark rose bush at dusk.
Black and white portrait of an elderly woman in a leopard print dress kissing the head of a smiling elderly man in glasses and a suit.
Illustrated wedding invitation with a watercolor map and an arched building sketch, resting on a textured wall in dappled sunlight.
A smiling man in a white dress shirt and black tie sits close with a woman leaning on his shoulder on a green velvet sofa.
Sunlight filters through tall trees over a lush garden of pink and white roses, creating a warm, glowing, dreamy evening atmosphere.
Smiling woman in an embroidered olive-brown tunic holds a wine glass at an evening garden party with white hydrangeas nearby.
Woman in a white sleeveless cowl-neck dress holding a champagne coupe, wearing a diamond engagement ring and stacked bracelets.
Smiling bride in profile wearing a white satin gown, sheer veil and pearl drop earrings, holding a bouquet of white flowers.
White and pale pink ranunculus flowers arranged in a white planter with lit candles glowing against a dark brick wall.
Two people in dark coats share an affectionate embrace on a patio outside an arched, ivy-covered building in a black and white photo.
Three women in floral and flowing dresses chat with drinks in a lush garden beside a fire pit, with a guest seated nearby.
A groom in a dark suit embraces and kisses his bride in a white dress among golden autumn garden foliage.
Woman in a colorful floral strapless dress laughing with her mouth wide open at a party while a man in sunglasses and suit stands behind her
Black and white wedding portrait of a groom in a tuxedo kissing his bride's cheek as she smiles, her hands showing rings and a bracelet.
Elegant wedding reception table set with white linens, glassware and candles, seen through open doors with rattan-back wooden chairs.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a dark suit kiss at an outdoor garden wedding ceremony surrounded by lush floral arrangements and guests.
Outdoor garden wedding ceremony with cane chairs facing lush floral arrangements of white and blush roses beneath tall trees.
A man in a black suit hugs an older woman in a white cardigan outside an arched doorway while a smiling woman in white looks on.
Five women in a garden, a bride in a white gown flanked by four bridesmaids in floral and rust dresses, smiling under leafy trees.

grace + ethan travelled from texas to north yorkshire to celebrate their wedding at middleton lodge

A two day wedding which started at the gin terrace, with hand made gift bags for guests and portraits around the estate. I always suggest 2-3 hours for pre wedding coverage, and starting it around an hour before guests are due to arrive. This it to document you getting ready casually, before heading out for portraits before most guests are on site. It means you get a little practice before the main day, you get to celebrate your outfit (!) and also get some sneak peeks before the wedding so you know what to expect from your wedding day photos. I always make effort to deliver these images by the morning of the wedding as they are a big confidence boost and re-assure couples that the wedding photographs will be relaxed.


Four smiling friends in stylish evening outfits pose together on a garden path surrounded by lush greenery and flowers at dusk.
Smiling couple in wedding attire embracing on a stone terrace beside an ivy-covered building with a fire pit and garden seating.
Soft sunlight casts window reflections on a white kitchen alcove wall beside a white-framed window and a curved chrome faucet.
Wedding guests in formal attire chat outside a rustic stone venue with white canopy tents, potted plants and lush green trees.
Close-up of a couple embracing, her hand with a diamond ring resting on his tan plaid blazer and white shirt, she wears a lace dress.
Snack bags, candy, small bottles, and pocket items laid out on a flat stone slab beside a patch of green grass.
Stone cottage with an orange clay tile roof, gravel path, stone walls and green hedges under a blue sky with white clouds.
A man in a plaid blazer and blue trousers embraces two women in a warm group hug on the dance floor at a wedding reception.
Smiling gray-haired man with a beard holds a pint of beer in a rustic tent venue with string lights, wooden tables and stone walls.
Clusters of pink sedum flowers in full bloom spill over a gravel path beside dark green and burgundy foliage in a garden border.
Black and white photo of wedding guests in dresses and suits chatting beneath a large tree beside an old ivy-covered brick garden wall.
Women in floral and olive satin dresses hold wine glasses while mingling at an outdoor garden party.
Blooming white hydrangeas beside a rustic stone and brick archway entrance with a black mailbox and a bicycle parked on the slate floor.

Grace and ethan opted against a wedding party, instead choosing to do a first look and spend time together.


I love that more couples are ignoring tradition and adapting the day to suit them. Grace in particular knew that she wanted to spend the morning with her family as her dad lives abroad and one of her brothers lives in New York. The morning was so relaxed and perfect for them. At Middleton you usually get ready elsewhere and head over to the wedding suite at midday, so often I'll head there first to document your details before you arrive.

White climbing roses and hydrangea blooms frame a window on a rustic stone cottage wall in soft natural light.
A smiling man in a casual t-shirt relaxes on a sofa in a cozy living room, in a black and white photo with a fireplace behind him.
Woman in a white cotton nightgown and slippers sits on a white wooden chair, hands resting on her knee, in a bright room with wood floors.
Black and white photo of a long-haired man with a mustache reclining on a sofa, hands behind his head, wearing a graphic sweatshirt.
Smiling bald man with a gray beard and tattooed arms relaxes on a teal sofa in a bright, cozy living room beside a window.
Sunlit garden terrace with chairs by a stone building, a manicured lawn, a round shrub and tall trees under a blue sky with clouds.
Two paper notices pinned to a sandy wall, with dappled shadows of palm fronds and leaves cast across the sunlit surface.
Black and white photo of a bride in a gown seated among clear chairs at an outdoor garden wedding ceremony beneath tall trees.
Florist in a white apron stands on a ladder arranging white roses and greenery beneath a glass-paneled conservatory ceiling.
Ivory pointed-toe slingback bridal heels resting on a striped cushioned bench beside a sheer tulle wedding veil and quilted fabric.
Ivory silk wedding dress with a long train hanging on a standing mirror in a rustic bedroom with white shiplap walls and a built-in cabinet.
Delicate pearl drop earrings with sparkling studs resting on flowing ivory satin fabric with soft folds.
Bride in an open-back white gown with hair in an updo gets help from a woman in a floral dress beside a mirror and shelf.
Smiling groom in a black tuxedo, bow tie and white pocket square stands with hands in pockets on a garden path beside blooming flowers.
Black and white portrait of a smiling groom in a tuxedo with bow tie and pocket square standing beside an arched window and fiddle leaf fig.

for the first look

we'll liaise on locations with you, always dictated by privacy and the light. first looks should feel effortless, and my approach as the photographer is to establish the logistics, but then take a step back, shooting as far away as possible without interruptions and allowing the moments to breathe.

Two smiling women embrace in a lush garden path, one in a colorful floral dress holding white flowers, the other in a tan embroidered dress.
Pale pink and white roses bloom in a formal garden flanked by tall evergreen cypress trees with a brick wall in the background.
Black and white photo of a bride in a long veil and flowing gown holding a bouquet in a doorway of an ivy-covered stone building.
Smiling bride in profile wearing an elegant white cowl-neck gown, pearl drop earrings, and a sheer veil, holding a white floral bouquet.
Bride in a flowing cream satin wedding gown and pointed ivory kitten heels stands on a gravel path beside white flowering shrubs.
Man in a dark suit stands with his back to the camera in a wildflower garden, with trimmed hedges and tall trees behind him.
Black and white wedding photo of a bride in a veil holding a bouquet while walking through a wildflower meadow toward a distant groom.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss in a wildflower garden, her long veil flowing behind her.
Bride in a long veil and groom in a black tuxedo hold hands and read their vows in a garden wedding ceremony in black and white.
Bride in a white gown and veil and groom in a black suit read handwritten vows to each other in a garden with autumn foliage.
Bride in a long veil and groom in a dark suit exchange vows in a lush garden of tall grasses and autumn foliage under a blue sky.
Bride in a white gown and veil smiles and holds a card while facing the groom in a black suit in a tall grass field with autumn trees.
Bride in a long white veil and groom in a black tuxedo read vows in a wildflower garden beneath a blue sky with autumn foliage.
Black and white photo of a bride in a long veil and groom in a bow tie reading handwritten vows outdoors during their wedding ceremony.
Bride in a long veil and groom in a black tuxedo read vows to each other in a wildflower meadow during an outdoor garden wedding ceremony.

would you believe we almost had to move inside?


It was forecast heavy rain for the duration of the ceremony but we were so lucky and managed to have the ceremony outdoors. If anything, it was so sunny (!) which is always quite difficult to photograph ~ but sunny colours always look beautiful on 35mm analogue, so I found myself shooting considerably more film than digital throughout the ceremony, and using flash for the portraits to balance out the shadows. For all other elements of the day, it's much easier to position myself in the best spot for the best, flattering light ~ but ceremonies are restrictive. Especially when you're working with videographers, tripods, and other team members. This is why I work in teams, to ensure all angles are covered without compromising the video you've invested in.

Black and white floral arrangement of roses, hydrangea, and delicate blooms with lush foliage in an outdoor garden wedding setting.
Outdoor garden terrace with round tables and cane-back chairs beside a stone building with arched doorways, ivy, and tall trees.
Rows of wooden cross-back chairs line an aisle at an outdoor garden wedding ceremony surrounded by lush greenery and a glass conservatory.
Two tall floral wedding columns of cream and blush roses with greenery stand on a stone path in a sunlit garden.
Lush floral arch of pink, cream and green roses and hydrangeas stands on a sunlit garden lawn beside an outdoor wedding table.
Rows of cane-back wooden ceremony chairs line an outdoor garden aisle lined with white and blush roses and lush greenery.
Blush pink and white roses with greenery and lacy wildflowers in a wedding floral arrangement beside a wooden cane-back chair.
Group of visitors walks along a garden path past rounded topiary shrubs and tall autumn trees under a bright blue sky.
Black and white photo of a bespectacled violinist playing with a bow while another string musician performs in the blurred background.
Smiling woman in an olive embroidered dress stands among rattan chairs at an outdoor wedding ceremony with guests and greenery behind her.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking down a garden aisle past seated wedding guests, flowers, and lush trees.
Black and white photo of a smiling groom in a tuxedo and bow tie waiting at an outdoor wedding ceremony beside a floral arrangement.
Bride in a sleek white gown holding a bouquet walks with an older man in a tuxedo past floral arrangements at an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Guests seated outdoors on a sunlit patio, showing brown leather loafers with patterned socks, navy trousers, and a floral maxi dress.
Black and white photo of an outdoor wedding ceremony with a bride in a veil and groom facing each other as seated guests watch.

AFTER THE CEREMONY, IT WAS TIME FOR THE COCKTAIL HOUR & FAMILY PORTRAITS.


I'll always encourage couples to be present, enjoy their cocktail hour and around 20-30 minutes in I'll start gathering family and friends for the photos. The energy during the cocktail hour is mega, everyone is so excited to see you and it's one of the best times of the day for candids. (it's not my favourite though, that's the second cocktail hour after dinner - keep scrolling to see how much nicer the light is then)

Smiling bride in a sleek white satin gown and veil holds a glass of champagne and a blush rose bouquet by a brick wall.
Woman in a floral strapless dress and pink shawl holds a small black clutch while wearing bracelets and rings at an outdoor gathering.
Black and white photo of wedding guests in formal attire standing together outdoors, holding hands in a line during a garden ceremony.
Three smiling women in elegant dresses stand close together outdoors, holding hands in a sunlit garden at what appears to be a celebration.
Smiling woman in a satin slip dress stands beside a man in a suit and striped tie at an outdoor wedding ceremony in black and white.
Wedding guests in formal attire stand together outdoors in a circle on a sunny day, surrounded by lush green trees and autumn foliage.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand through a confetti toss as cheering wedding guests line the sunny garden lawn.
Black and white photo of a smiling bride in a white gown holding a coupe cocktail glass while guests celebrate at a wedding reception.
Wedding guests in floral dresses and a burgundy gown chat and hold champagne glasses on a sunny garden lawn.
Bride in a white wedding dress and veil embraces a man in a navy suit while guests look on at an indoor wedding ceremony.
A bride in a white veil toasts champagne glasses with smiling wedding guests inside a rustic stone venue with a chandelier.
Black and white photo of a bride in a long veil embraced from behind by a groom in a dark suit beneath rustic wooden ceiling beams.
Smiling woman in a brown satin dress holds a glass at a rustic stone-walled venue with wood beams as wedding guests mingle behind her.
Black and white photo of wedding guests mingling and chatting at a reception inside a rustic stone barn venue with exposed wooden beams.
Black and white photo of wedding guests mingling and dancing in a rustic stone venue with wooden beams, a bride in a veil laughing nearby.

for family photos


I'll have spoken to you before the day about your family dynamics, whether anyone within the group photos have additional needs to consider to keep everyone comfortable, and also I'll talk to you about how long you want to dedicate to these photographs. This will determine whether we do individuals or bigger groups to save time. It's always best to do family photos away from the main group of guests so that everyone feels comfortable, but this isn't always possible ~ especially with guests with mobility issues or other additional needs, but we'll have chatted about this in advance and my main priority during this section of the day is being inclusive and helping everyone to relax.

Bearded groom in a tuxedo and bow tie holds two champagne coupe glasses outdoors beneath large trees in a black and white wedding photo.
Bride in a flowing white gown holding a bouquet poses with the groom and two guests outside a rustic stone archway at a wedding.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a tuxedo pose with eight wedding guests in formal attire outside an ivy-covered stone building.
Bride in a white gown holding a bouquet poses with the groom in a black suit and an older woman in blue outside a stone chapel doorway.
Five family members in formal wedding attire pose on a sunny garden lawn, with an older man in a wheelchair seated in front.

I USUALLY DO TWO OR THREE SHORT COUPLES PORTRAITS SESSIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY


This is in collaboration with you and you're in control the whole time. Most of my couples want informal portraits at convenient times to minimise time away from guests ~ and this is my speciality. On this day, the light was so so bright, so I suggested tagging images onto their first look of the wedding breakfast room. These portraits all happened in less than 5 minutes. I then got candids as they headed to the room to freshen up and guests started to take their seats.

Bride in an elegant white satin gown with a low bun kisses a groom in a black tuxedo beside a brick wall and white floral arrangements.
Bride in a flowing white gown kisses her groom on his lap beside an elegant wedding reception table under hanging greenery.
Bride and groom embrace seated under a glass-roofed hall with a hanging floral installation, reception tables and brick walls behind them.
Bride in a white gown sits on groom's lap beside a long reception table, with brick walls and white flowers in a sunlit garden courtyard.
Elegant wedding reception hall with long tables, cane-back chairs, hanging greenery, exposed brick walls and a sunlit glass skylight.
Smiling bride in a white satin gown and groom in a black tuxedo embrace outdoors beside a brick wall, white flowers and greenery.
Bride and groom pose beneath a lush floral arch of blush roses and greenery at an elegant wedding reception with candlelit tables.
Bride in a white gown sits on her groom's lap in a sunlit conservatory wedding venue with lush hanging greenery and a long reception table.
Black and white photo of a bride in a low-back gown sitting on a groom's lap on a wooden chair, smiling at each other at a floral wedding.
Bride in an elegant open-back satin wedding gown stands in a brick venue with lush greenery, white florals and a candlelit reception table.
Black and white photo of a bride in a draped satin gown embracing her groom in a suit, their hands adorned with wedding rings.
Bride and groom share a quiet moment in a sunlit glass-roofed wedding venue with long reception tables and lush hanging floral arrangements.
Black and white photo of a smiling groom in a tuxedo and bow tie dancing with a bride in a satin gown at an elegant wedding reception.
Smiling bride in a white satin gown sits on the lap of her groom in a black tuxedo beside an elegant reception table and brick wall.
Groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie holds his bride in a white gown on his lap at an elegant wedding reception with greenery.

WHEN YOU GET YOUR GALLERY


I'll have organised it into sections for ease when looking for specific photos, but in reality I am chasing light all day and actually document each individual part of your design and styling throughout.

Arched window framed by climbing roses and lush greenery reveals an elegantly set dining table inside a sunlit stone building.
Elegant wedding table setting with tall ivory candles, wine glasses, wildflower stems, and cane-back chairs on white linen.
Elegant wedding reception table with cane-back chairs, candles and glassware seen through an open door beside a potted plant.
Elegant wedding reception hall with arched windows, long white-linen tables, wooden chairs, hanging greenery and soft blush floral arrangeme
Elegant restaurant table setting with white linens, wine glasses, taper candles and rattan chairs against a concrete wall with green plants.
Elegant table setting with crystal wine glasses, white taper candles, and a small glass vase holding white pom-pom flowers.
Elegant restaurant table set with wine glasses, tall taper candles and a small bud vase of white flowers against a rustic dark brick wall.
Black and white wedding reception table with a linen cloth, cane-back chairs, a menu card and floral arrangements in dappled sunlight.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens, rattan chairs, and lush floral arrangements beside a weathered exposed brick wall.
Elegant wedding reception table beneath a lush floral arch of pink and white roses and greenery in a bright, window-lined venue.
Delicate trailing greenery branches suspended from a bright ceiling above arched windows in an airy, light-filled wedding venue.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linen, candles and lush floral arrangements beside a rustic brick wall draped in greenery.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens, taper candles and floral garlands beneath arched windows in a bright, sunlit venue.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linen, cane-back chairs and white floral arrangements beside a rustic exposed brick wall.
Elegant wedding reception table with white linens, taper candles, and floral centerpieces beside a rustic exposed brick wall with cane-back

if you're doing speeches before dinner


A champagne tower is a lovely way to make it more interactive. I loved how Grace and Ethan dished out the champers to their wedding party making sure they felt extra special for this part of the day. For the speeches, my approach is to be as unobtrusive and I love the fig house because I can easily get around using the doors. For this one, there was an additional consideration because they had an incredible videographer! so angles wise I was more restricted, but in this case it's all about lens choice to be able to shoot people from further away without impacting the video.

Bride in a white gown and groom in a tuxedo pour champagne over a tiered glass tower in a lush garden wedding setting.
Bride and groom pour champagne into a tiered champagne tower on a draped table beside garden steps in a black and white wedding photo.
Bride and groom smile as they pour champagne over a tiered glass tower outdoors near garden steps and lush greenery.
Champagne tower of stacked coupe glasses filled with sparkling wine on a round table beside a dark wine bottle outdoors.
Smiling bearded man in a black tuxedo with bow tie and white boutonniere holds a drink at an outdoor garden wedding reception.
Man in a black suit hugs an older woman in a white jacket as a smiling woman in a white dress watches at an outdoor wedding.
Wedding guests in formal attire chat with drinks outside a stone building with arched doorways and ivy-covered walls.
Photographer crouching on a lawn captures formally dressed wedding guests posing and laughing in a courtyard in black and white.
Bridesmaids in chocolate brown satin dresses chat and hold drinks at an outdoor wedding reception with sunlit trees in the background.
Wedding guests in elegant dresses and suits chat and hold drinks on a sunny garden terrace surrounded by lush green trees.
A server in a dark vest pours champagne into rows of glasses on a white-clothed table beside a potted topiary tree and white flowers.
Black and white photo of a smiling woman holding a drink at an outdoor event, with a man in a tuxedo and bow tie in the foreground.
Black and white photo of guests seated at a long elegantly set dinner table with candles and flowers in a bright room with arched windows.
Smiling woman with long brown hair in a cream dress sits at a dinner table with wine glasses, a metal wine cooler, and white flowers.
Smiling older man in a tuxedo and bow tie sits at an elegant candlelit dinner table with wine glasses and flowers, guests behind him.

the next section is my fave part of the day


The light is magic, everyone's relaxed after dinner and the formalities are almost done. There's always a really joyous energy shift after dinner, and it's so fun to shoot. Depending on the time of the year and when the sun sets, couples will also wanna get extra portraits. In this case, we just had a quick walk around the gardens. I estimate we were shooting for 5 minutes if not less. The bulk of these photos are unorchestrated interactions (my fave).

Pale pink roses bloom on a lush garden shrub with green and reddish leaves, set against tall trees in soft natural light.
Single-story stone cottage with an arched wooden door, ivy-covered walls, potted flowers and a gravel driveway in front.
Black and white photo of a bride in an elegant sleeveless gown with a cape back, pearl earring and bracelets, hands clasped behind her.
Guests stand talking inside a rustic venue framed by lush greenery and floral arrangements, with a long reception table and garden beyond.
Bride in a white gown with cape and groom in a black tuxedo walk hand in hand along a garden path lined with flowers.
Bright sunlight streams through a dark tree silhouette above a lush garden with green foliage and a dirt path under a hazy blue sky.
Bride in an open-back white satin gown holding a bouquet walks beside a groom in a dark suit through a lush rose garden.
Black and white photo of a bride in a backless gown embracing and kissing her groom in a lush garden.
A man in a dark suit embraces a woman in a white dress from behind and kisses her cheek in a sunlit garden.
Black and white close-up of a man's arms wrapped around a smiling woman, showing her engagement ring, bracelet and his wristwatch.
Bride in an elegant backless white gown embraces a groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie in a sunlit rose garden at golden hour.
Smiling bride in a white gown and groom in a tuxedo embrace in a sunlit garden with blooming roses during golden hour.
Bride in an elegant ivory satin wedding gown and pointed heels walks a garden path holding a cream rose bridal bouquet.
Two women in dresses and a man in a navy suit chat on a stone path beside a lush garden with purple flowers and tall trees.
A woman eats a slice of sticky toffee pudding with ice cream and sauce at a café table beside a cappuccino and smartphone.

cake + party


Every wedding I get to photograph is so different from the last ~ especially when it comes to the party (!) this is one of my favourite bits of the day, especially when the couple love to dance. My approach is to mix ambient light photography with flash, again, to minimise intrusion. I also love creating content during this part of the day.

Elegant wedding altar table draped in white linen with cream roses, greenery and candles beneath an arched garden doorway.
Bride and groom stand behind a candlelit cake table surrounded by white and blush floral arrangements and greenery at an evening wedding.
Bride and groom kiss behind a white wedding table decorated with candles and soft pink and white floral arrangements by an arched window.
Two smiling men in tweed blazers and bow ties pose together at a evening garden party, with a woman holding a drink beside them.
Smiling woman in an embroidered olive-gold dress holds a wine glass at an evening garden party beside a woman in a mint dress.
Smiling woman in a black blazer stands beside a man in a white shirt and black tie near candles and a white-draped table by a brick wall.
A smiling woman in a dark jacket and turquoise skirt hugs a bearded man in a white shirt and black tie beside a brick wall.
Bride in a white gown and groom in a dark suit share a first dance as wedding guests watch in an elegant hall with arched windows.
Black and white photo of a DJ in a dark button-up shirt mixing music on Pioneer equipment beside an arched window and potted plant.
Bride in an elegant white satin gown with an open back dances with a groom in a dark suit at a softly lit wedding reception.
Bride in a flowing white gown and groom in a black tuxedo share a first dance as wedding guests watch in a softly lit hall.
Wedding guests in formal attire watch as a bride in a white gown and a groom in a dark suit stand in a room with arched windows.
Smiling bride in a white satin gown dances with a groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie while wedding guests watch behind them.
Wedding guests in formal attire stand together in an elegant greenhouse venue with arched windows, floral greenery, and warm candlelight.
Wedding guests in elegant dresses dance and raise glowing white light sticks at an indoor reception with a brick wall.

thank you so much for being here


You can see lots more of my work at this venue below (it's my most booked venue) ~ and get in touch to discuss working together, here.


faye xxx