Yesterday was a day of love in two parts: a firmly family-focused wedding ceremony at Naomi’s home church in Dukinfield where her own father is vicar - and indeed her sister’s father-in-law shared these duties and performed the marriage service for Naomi & Rob - followed by a big fat friend-filled celebration at the stunning Hyde Bank Farm in Romiley.
Read MoreWhat followed was yesterday’s glorious Manchester city entre wedding at not one but two iconic spots. There was a lovely and loving ceremony performed by Father Andy at St. Ann’s Church, a triumphant bride and groom emerging to a shower of confetti (and not rain, thankfully though it certainly threatened all day!) and a quick photo tour of Louise & Freddie’s former stomping grounds in Castlefield.
Read MoreForgive the TERRIBLE title pun - I’ve tried to be witty and it’s just come out daft! I wanted to share today a selection of my very favourite Manchester city centre wedding venues, spaces I’ve worked in and loved whether it’s because the staff is exceptional, the space is iconic or even just because it’s a super central blank-canvas city centre venue and we literally have the whole urban landscape at our feet to explore for your amazing portraits.
Read MoreAnd what a day it became! Because not even the odd rain shower interrupted our fun and conveniently even held off whilst we captured confetti and applause and group shots and portraits in front of the iconic King Street Townhouse.
Read MoreMy approach has evolved into somewhere in the in-between - I’m a control freak who will drape your gown perfectly, make sure zippers are zipped, stray hairs are flattened and makeup un-smudged after all those well-wishing hugs.
Read MorePaula and James’ Intimate Manchester Art Gallery wedding ceremony and Hotel Gotham cocktail-hour Reception was the perfect way to celebrate their love. The happy couple tied the knot in a beautiful and romantic ceremony at the Manchester Art Gallery, followed by a multi-course wine-paired tasting menu in Honey restaurant before heading upstairs to their lively cocktail-hour wedding reception at the luxurious Hotel Gotham.
Read MoreOn a crisp winter day in Sale, Karen & Dean celebrated their beautiful and emotional twilight wedding. Surrounded by love and laughter, the happy couple were joined by family and friends at Sale Town Hall and Sale Rugby Club, and the atmosphere was nothing short of joyous.
Read MoreSo here’s to you, 2022 and all of your big beautiful muchness. Here’s to the friends I’ve made and the stories I’ve told. Here’s to the thirty-five AMAZING and perfect and so so special couples who trusted me and welcomed me with only love and grace and warmth and really reminded me that I do in fact have the BEST job in the world.
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