We were back over at Dodford Manor for the beautiful wedding of Beth & Ryan. We are recommended photographers for Dodford which is great, so we were stoked to be chosen by this epic couple at such a class venue.
The morning started off slow and gentle with Sarah spending time at Dodford Grange with Beth and the kids. It slowly turned in to a barrel of laughs, dancing and so much energy as all of the children were busy getting ready and playing around waiting for their big moments a bit later on in the day.
The morning was filled of lovely little moments including Beth opening some personalised and thoughtful gifts from her husband and her bridesmaids.
Dan was over with the groom and his team who were all smiles and good vibes as they got ready in their matching navy blue suits. In true men’s fashion, the lads were ready in record time so we took it outside on the sunny June day to take some group shots. We’re all about the candid approach, but we know how important group shots are for family members and social media so we’ll always make sure we get a few! They end up being the favourites too!
The nerves were starting to hit Ryan as Beth was getting in to her stunning wedding dress from Ivory & Lace. Sarah took Beth aside for a few natural, candid shots and in true, Sarah style, was a great hype woman to help calm those nerves and get the bride squad excited!
Time for Mum & Dad to come and see their little girl in all of her glory and we got some great snaps of the family before the first look for her friends. Another shot we absolutely adore capturing; the first reactions.
With the kids all dressed up in their shirts, braces and bow ties and the bridal party ready, it was time to head over to the venue.
Dan was busy snapping guests as they arrived and so Sarah took some time with the girls, dressed in their stunning light blue, floaty dresses before it was the moment Beth had always been waiting for; to marry her true love.
Beth’s bridesmaids walked in one by one until it was time for Beth to float down the aisle to meet the man of her dreams and her future husband. Their nerves were instantly calmed as they met at the top of the aisle and held hands, ready for the biggest moment of their lives.
The ceremony was beautiful, as was the weather outside, so we snuck Beth and Ryan away for some shots outside. Beth’s horse even made an appearance, rocking up all dressed up. A moment to capture for sure.
With the guests enjoying their welcome drinks, we took Beth and Ryan away to capture some more intimate photos of the newlyweds. We walked the grounds of Dodford to capture all of that newlywed bliss including secret smiles and candid kisses.
We headed back to the main hall for the wedding breakfast where the kids had it all; little games, snacks and colouring to keep them entertained; a lovely touch from the couple.
The speeches left people speechless, there were lots of smiles and tears as well as plenty of cheers.
The sky continued to amaze us and as golden hour approached, we took to the fields surrounding Dodford to capture some more glorious photos of the lovely couple.
We had such a lovely time at this really wholesome wedding. To Beth & Ryan!
CREDIT WHERE IT’S DUE:
Venue: Dodford Manor
Dress: Ivory & Lace
Bridesmaids Dresses: Everpretty
Hair: The Hairbook Wedding Stylist
MUA: Sarah Evans Makeup
Entertainment: Rob Lawes Entertainment
