James’s Autumn Wedding at The Old Mill, Aldermaston

8 Nov

James’s November wedding at The Old Mill in Aldermaston was cosy in the best way. Exposed brick, fairy lights everywhere, a ceremony under an arch of autumn flowers, and a room full of people who came ready to have a good night.

Ceremony under an arch of autumn flowers at The Old Mill, Aldermaston

Getting ready

The morning was calm. Shoes on the windowsill, the bridesmaids lined up in the old beamed rooms, and a dog who absolutely wanted to be in the photos. I let that happen. It is one of my favourite frames from the day.

Bridal shoes and jewellery on a windowsill at The Old Mill

Black and white of the bridesmaids with their bouquets at The Old Mill

Black and white of the bride and a dog in the doorway at The Old Mill, Aldermaston

Dinner under the lights

The Old Mill’s dining room is low beams and candlelight, so I keep it natural and work with the light that is there. Speeches, laughter, the odd tear. I shoot most of this in black and white because it suits the room and keeps the focus on faces.

Black and white of the newlyweds at the top table, The Old Mill

Family group photo on the lawn at The Old Mill, Aldermaston

The party

Then the first dance, glow sticks, and a photo booth corner that got properly out of hand. Inflatables, oversized sunglasses and a lot of shouting. Exactly how it should be.