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Wedding Photography of Claire & Tony at Mount Stuart

See Part 1 of Claire & Tony’s Wedding Here

Mount Stuart is my favorite venue I’ve ever photographed. It’s not hard to see the venue is uniquely remarkable and is a photographer’s dream. The staff is the most wonderful I’ve encountered in the UK. They are relentless at pleasing their guests as well as vendors. I couldn’t ask for more accommodating people who are kind enough to always let me indulge my creativity.

The day was perfect and tranquil. I love intimate weddings because I get a chance to talk to and get to know all the guests. I think they are better fro the couple as well because they let them spend time with every guest. A stark contrast to traditionally large weddings where they barely have time for 2 minutes with each guest.

The entire wedding party was gracious and kind to me. Claire was soon ready and had a stunning timeless glamour look. The ceremony was a beautiful one. After the bride & groom and all their guests enjoyed canapés. After the wedding, we took a walk in the beautiful brisk afternoon. It was certainly a cold Scottish day and both were patient with my ideas. Afterward the photos I got to do something I had never done before. After many years of visiting the house, I accompanied the wedding party and went on my first house tour. Claire and Tony were a laid-back couple who were a breeze to photograph. It was a fantastic day and I was honored to capture their memories.

See Part 1 of Claire & Tony’s Wedding Here

Ireland Wedding Photography

See part 1 of Delphine & John’s wedding photography

We made our way back to the hotel and the couple got some time to mingle with their guests. The delicious wedding breakfast was served followed by the cutting of the (cheese)cake. The French contingent made up a song for the couple the night before and sang it to them shortly after the meal finished which made for many beautiful moments including Delphine being brought to tears. After they had a delectable assortment of desserts, cheeses, and ice cream for all to enjoy.

The first dance started with the French tradition of the bride dancing with her father and then the groom cutting in. It was a lively dance floor thanks to the joyful group of family and friends and a fab band. The bride and groom and crowd danced long into the night and I did my best to capture the lovely moments that they provided. It was a beautiful wedding day and night for a brilliant couple. Much love to both for letting me capture their day.

Destination Wedding Photography Ireland

See part 2 of Delphine & John’s wedding photography

I met John 11 years ago when he was kind enough to host a friend and I in Ireland as we made our way traveling around Europe. I greatly enjoyed his sarcasm and humor and we kept in touch visiting each other wherever we both moved. We hadn’t seen each other in person in a while but we kept in contact and I had been hearing about “Frenchy” for quite some time and finally had the pleasure of meeting Delphine last year when I visited Dublin and spent a glorious banter-filled weekend with the two of them. I remember thinking they were perfect for each other and I was happy they found each other.

I arrived in Ireland Thursday and spent the evening with the two of them. They were kind enough to arrange my way over to Doolin with their friend Gerry. Their wedding day was over in a blur. I started off with Delphine getting ready with her mum, sister, and nieces. Everyone in the room was easy to photograph as they were relaxed and cheerful. Her nieces were quite inquisitive and their curiosity provided fantastic moments. I quickly ran up to meet my friend and took some photos of the groom getting ready as well as a few family photos.

Their lovely humanist ceremony was starting and over before we knew it with some heartfelt and humorous moments shared by all. We had been discussing what to as far as weather the past few days and since the sun was out after the ceremony we decided to seize the opportunity. Their friend Javed (and now mine) kindly drove us to various locations around Doolin. It was blustery to say the least for the couples photos but extreme weather can make for dramatic photos if the couple is up for braving the cold and these two certainly were.

Wedding Mount Stuart

Part 2 of Kirstie & Kieran’s wedding

A few Saturday’s ago I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Kirstie & Kieran’s spectacular wedding at Mount Stuart. I’ve gone to Mount Stuart a few times each year yet I discover something new each time ensuring it’s a place that will never get old. I started my day with Kirstie and her bridesmaids. I always find the bride and groom set the tone of the day based on their demeanor and everyone else simply follows their lead. Kirstie and her bridesmaids were one of the most jovial groups of ladies I’ve had the pleasure of photographing lead by the stunning bride.

Shortly thereafter I made my way up to the billiard room to find the Kieran and his groomsmen. The billiards room is one of my favorite rooms at Mount Stuart and I’m always keen to photographer it. The groom’s shoes went missing but all remained calm and in good spirits. All were truly gentlemen and as courteous as they could possibly be.

Back to the Horoscope room to find Kirstie in her dress and looking breathtaking. The buses were slightly delayed which meant I had extra time for bridal portraits. I found this extra time quite convenient to the point of considering whether it would be worth it to bribe future buses to always be late. Soon the wedding was underway and Kirstie was headed down the grand marble staircase and into the white marble chapel. The marble chapel is by far my favorite church I’ve ever photographed because of the combination of light and beauty. Most of the beautiful churches I’ve photographed are quite dark and the difference in the photographs are incredible.

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