From engagement proposal to the wedding
The Groom Tom originally asked me to photograph him propose to his girlfriend at the time, Nicola, in 2023. They took a walk along the coastal path in Swanage which is one of their most romantic and memorable places, so it was the perfect spot to pop the question! It was the first time I had photographed a proposal, I was so nervous and excited but it went perfectly to plan! I have now photographed a few other proposals as it is such an amazing and once in a lifetime experience to capture. And of course she said yes as I also photographed their wedding at the beautiful Tortworth Court near Bristol last year.
Tortworth Court Luxury Wedding Venue
Tortworth Court is a Luxury hotel and wedding venue part of the De Vere Group. The main section where the wedding day takes place is the Orangery. It is essentially a giant Green House, think of Kew Gardens without all the plants and tropical heat. The ceremony, wedding breakfast and first dance is all held in the Orangery.
Bride Preparation
Tortworth Court has a stunning and very spacious bridal suite where Nicola got ready in the morning. Big windows allowed for gorgeous portraits and full body shots whilst her sister helped with her dress and jewellery.
Ceremony and speeches in the Orangery
The wedding ceremony in the orangery was simply stunning! After the ceremony, toast master organised the guest for the confetti shot, it is something I usually do but he was more than happy to assist! Once the family and couples portraits were complete the wedding breakfast began. The speeches were a joy to capture. the soft cloudy lighting coming through the glass created such an elegant and beautiful image.
Evening Reception
One challenge that I faced with the reception and first dance in the orangery is that I could not bounce flash off the ceiling as I would usually do, this only works with white walls and ceilings. I had fun experimenting with off camera flash and it worked well! Check out a few of my favourite images below from this elegantly beautiful wedding.
