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Blog September 2009

Last updated: Friday, 07 May 2010

 

September 29th and 30th 2009 

Andrew and Helen's Pre-wedding shoot. Venice, Italy

Andrew and Helen are marrying in exactly one years time and thought it prudent to schedule their pre-wedding shoot in at this early stage to allow us to look at the locations and lighting at this time of year. Following a late night flight on Monday it was an early start Tuesday, for a day looking at locations around the islands, hitting the popular tourist spots and also looking for the quiet 'off the beaten track locations' in advance of the pre-wedding shoot on Wednesday.

Pre-wedding shot in Venice Italy

After meeting up with Helen and Andrew outside their wedding ceremony venue we took a look around inside, the ceremony room providing great views of the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal from above the busy street.

From here we headed off to St marks Square via  a possible photo location Andrew and Helen had looked at and wanted my opinion about. With Andrew leading the way we (and this is no dig Andrew!) eventually arrived where we needed to be. They say you haven't been to Venice unless you've got lost and well, upto today I'd managed not to, at least Andrews navigating helped me tick off another of the tourist must dos!

Venice Italy

The benefit of the pre-wedding shoot quickly became apparent when we started looking at the logistics involved in moving all the wedding guests across the busy city and having an easy to find focal point to meet up. On their wedding day, Andrew and Helen plan to leave the ceremony and head off by Water Taxi to enable us to make a start on the photographs before the guests join us.

Thanks to the pre-wedding shoot we have now sorted the locations for the large and small family groups and have plenty of ideas for locations for Helen and Andrew. Fingers crossed the weather is as good this time next year.

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Pre-wedding shot in Venice Italy
 
Pre-wedding shot in Venice Italy
 
Pre-wedding shot in Venice Italy
 
 
Bride and groom in St Mark's square
 
   
Pre-wedding shot in Venice Italy
 

Venice Scenery

During Tuesday's walk around it was easy to shoot a few scenic images, returning at sunset to capture some further photographs I'd envisaged during the day.

 

Venice Italy
Venice Italy
Venice Italy
Rialto Bridge
 
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Helen and Andrew added: Wow, pictures are fab!! We had a brilliant time and really enjoyed the shoot with you. Can't wait for the wedding now we have been and seen everything and the photos are sure going to be spectacular.
 
 

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September 26th 2009 

Matt and Jo's wedding Oulton Hall near Leeds

Matt and Jo married on Saturday in a civil ceremony at Oulton Hall near Leeds. The weather belied the fact that the wedding was taking place late September, with blue skies, no wind and the temperature sitting comfortably above twenty. Perfect weather for a wedding and of course wedding photographs!

Oulton Hall's grounds and interior lend themselves perfectly to wedding photos providing stunning backdrops and settings for the wedding.

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Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire. Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
Oulton Hall wedding
 
Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire. Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
civil wedding at Oulton Hall
 
Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire. Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
Oulton Hall Leeds
 
Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire. Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire.
 
Oulton Hall wedding venue near Leeds West Yorkshire. Wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
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Jo & Matt Added: Just wanted to say a huge thank you for providing us with so many beautiful images of our special day. Both you and Alex made us feel really comfortable. We are both really thrilled with the photos and can't thank you enough - only problem we have now is choosing which ones we want for the album!!"
 
 

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September 25th 2009 

Yasmin and Jim's wedding, Hodsock priory near Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Only a few days since their pre-wedding shoot it was back to Hodsock Priory near Worksop on Friday for the wedding of Yasmin and Jim. Their civil ceremony was held in the bright and airy Pavilions and a drinks reception followed on the lawn. With only a few formals and a minimal amount of posing, it was an informal shooting day allowing us to get in amongst the guests for plenty of candid and don't look now it's the photographer photos.

Although the brief was informal for the majority of photographs Yasmin and Jim did want to make use of Hodsock Priory's excellent grounds and take a walk around the lake. An ideal opportunity for them to spend some time alone and allowing us to grab some photographs of the happy couple together.

The evening reception and first dance featured singing by the Vernon Sister's who performed a great set of Mowtown hits which were a guaranteed floor filler.

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Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venuHodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue.
 
"Make sure you get the soles in!" Yasmin's instructions when photographing her Christian  Louboutin wedding shoes.
 
Louboutin wedding shoes. Yasmins shoes for the wedding day
 
Wedding rings
 
The groom at Hodsock Priory, photography Chris Chambers
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer
 
During the civil wedding ceremony in Hodsock Priory's pavilions
 
Yassmin and Jim at Hodsock Priory, wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer
 
Hodsock Priory wedding
 
In the grounds of Hodsock Priory for their wedding. Photography Chris Chambers
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer
 
Hodsock Priory near Blyth and Worksop, stunning wedding venue. Wedding photographs provided by Chris Chambers, wedding photographer Hodsock Priory wedding photographer
 
First Dance
 
Hodsock Priory
 
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Jane added: Fantastic photographs, when I get married will defo call you however I may be about 80 then!
 
 

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September 24th 2009 

Gallery updates and a new album online

The main Wedding Gallery has finally (after about eighteen months) had an update! Since I started adding regular images to the blog, the actual weddings gallery has been somewhat neglected. Finally yesterday I got around to adding new photographs, bringing the total to above 200. Possibly too many but it was so hard to choose! Click here to view the main wedding gallery

I've also added a gallery for a new story book wedding album, Anthony and Charlotte's wedding at Allerton Castle back in August forms a  70 page square Graphistudio album. The Italian story book will be available to view at forthcoming wedding fayres and here in the office. View the Allerton Castle wedding album online by clicking here

 

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September 22nd 2009 

Yasmin and Jim's Pre-wedding photo shoot, Hodsock Priory Nottinghamshire

Marrying this Friday I met with Jim and Yasmin on Tuesday for a pre-wedding shoot at Hodsock Priory. Yasmin and Jim have chosen the first photo for a signing frame at their wedding.

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Pre-wedding shoot Hodsock Priory near Blyth.
 
Pre-wedding shoot Hodsock Priory near Blyth.
 
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September 22nd 2009 

Michala and Matt's pre-wedding shoot, Walton Hall

Marrying at Crab Manor near Thirsk later next month, I met Matt and Michala at Walton hall on Tuesday morning for a pre-wedding shoot and to plan their wedding photographs. Matt and Michala are using one of the images from today's shoot for a signing frame. Whilst the happy couple at lunch at Waterton park I was able to edit the images and present them with a slideshow preview of the photographs.

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Pre-wedding shoot at Walton Hall
 
Matt and Michala's pre-wedding photo shoot at Waterton Park near Wakefield
 
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Michala Added: Just want to say a massive thank you for the shots today they were fantastic and all looked great. You made us both feel relaxed and confident for the day. I'm really looking forward to seeing the wedding album once it has been done. Once again a massive thank you
 
 
 

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September 20th 2009 

Keith and Marie's wedding at Walton Hall Waterton Park Wakefield

Keith and Marie married Sunday at Waterton Park in Wakefield. Following some preparation photos on the island with Marie I caught up with Keith and his groomsmen for some photos on the golf course and around the hotel before the ceremony.

With the sun shining the island made the perfect venue for the drinks reception and the ideal backdrop for the photographs.

The evening ended with some after dark photographs of the happy couple on the island.

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Walton Hall wedding photographer. Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Walton Hall wedding photographer.
 
Walton Hall wedding photographer. Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Wedding photography from Walton Hall at Waterton Park near Wakefield. Wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers. Walton Hall at Waterton Park is a civil wedding venue in Wakefield licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, all on a romantic island setting
 
Wedding photography from Walton Hall at Waterton Park near Wakefield. Wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers. Walton Hall at Waterton Park is a civil wedding venue in Wakefield licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, all on a romantic island setting
 
Wedding photography from Walton Hall at Waterton Park near Wakefield. Wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers. Walton Hall at Waterton Park is a civil wedding venue in Wakefield licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies, all on a romantic island setting
Walton Hall wedding photographer. Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Walton Hall wedding photographer. Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Walton Hall wedding photographer. Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Waterton park wedding venue in Wakefield
 
Walton Hall wedding photography
 
Wedding phtoos from Walton Hall
 
Bride and groom at Walton Hall Waterton Park
 
Walton hall at night
 
 
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September 19th 2009 

Daniel and Lindsey's wedding St Marys Church South Elmsall to The Grove at South Kirkby

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St Mary's church in South Elmsall
 
Bride and groom in a horse and carriage
 
South kirkby wedding venue the Grove
 
West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
The Grove wedding venue in South kirkby near Pontefract
 
Wedding photography in South Elmsall by Chris Chambers
 
South Elmsall wedding photography from Chris Chambers
 
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September 17th 2009

Gushing comments!

Ok, I just had to post these comments I've received this week (modest... mmmmm, maybe not, but it is nice to know you're appreciated!)

"Hi Chris, back from honeymoon now, just wanted to drop you a line to say what a fab job you did. You worked your socks off and the photos are amazing. Everyone has commented on how fantastic you are. 
 
You're worth your weight in gold!"

Charlotte and Anthony, Allerton Castle August 2009

"I've just looked at the album again and had to send you an email to say thank you so much again! Its fantastic, I am so pleased we went with that choice its beautiful and your choice of the photos and sizes is brilliant, thank you so much." " Kerry and Kev, Rogerthorpe Manor July 2009


"Many thanks for your excellent advice, support and of course the wonderful photographs. Thank you so much again for all of the support you gave us on our big day and for capturing all of our memories so perfectly! We have been delighted to recommend you to all our friends"

Mark and Tolla Hazlewood Castle June 2009

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September 11th 2009 

Jon and Sarah's wedding at Walton Hall Waterton Park.

Back to Yorkshire today for Jon and Sarah's wedding. Following preparation photos with Sarah I headed over to Castleford Parish Church to Jon and the guys for some photos with their wedding car. Jon had been quite excited during the pre-wedding meeting, he'd booked Kitt from the TV series  Knight Rider for the men's transport and the amenable driver had even managed to park the car in the church grounds.

Following the ceremony we moved onto Walton Hall at Waterton Park for the wedding reception and wedding breakfast, with the sun shining and some great weather the photo session was quickly despatched allowing Jon and Sarah plenty of time for enjoying the day with their guests.

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Walton Hall Waterton Park wedding
 
Castleford Parish church
 
Walton Hall Waterton Park wedding
 
Inside Castleford Parish church
 
Wedding photography
 
Walton Hall Waterton Park wedding
 
Signing the register Signing the register wedding photography
 
Walton Hall
 
Walton Hall Waterton Park wedding
 
Wakefield wedding photographer
 
Walton Hall Waterton Park wedding
 
 
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September 11th 2009 

Dave and Adell's wedding at Rowton Castle in Shropshire

Located on the outskirts of Shrewsbury, Rowton Castle was a new wedding venue to me, thankfully a pre-wedding recce had allowed me to assess the best photo-locations and plan the day ahead.

A misty start soon cleared to excellent weather, blue skies and a big sun, with Rowton Castle providing a superb backdrop, the photographs just kept coming and coming, even the sunset didn't disappoint with a superb purple sky which was still evident an hour later as we headed outside again for some after dark images.

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Rowton Castle
 
Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer
 
Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
Castle wedding photography Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
Castle wedding photography from West Yorkshire wedding photographer Chris Chambers
 
West Yorkshire wedding photographer
 
West Yorkshire wedding photographer
 
West Yorkshire wedding photographer
 
Stunning sunset
 
West Yorkshire wedding photographer
 
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Chris Chambers Photography based in Castleford West Yorkshire offer international wedding coverage and are experienced photographing weddings and ceremonies at all the regions top wedding venues for both civil and religious weddings. Venues in Yorkshire, Cumbria and Nottinghamshire include Hodsock Priory near Blyuth, De Vere Oulton Hall near Leeds, Wood Hall near Wetherby, Allerton Castle and Hazlewood castle both close to Harrogate and York, Ripley Castle in the picturesque Yorkshire country side, Waqlton hall and Waterton park in Wakefield West Yorkshire, Bagden Hall close to Huddersfield and Holdsworth Huse near Halifax.

Chris Chambers is recommended by the regions exclusive wedding venues including Waterton park, Hazlewood Castle, Nostell Priory and Allerton Castle.

 
Wedding photographer Cumbria, Ullswater, Windermere, Troutbeck, Derwent Water and Coniston, The Inn on the Lake Glenridding, Sharrow Bay Ullswater, High Wood and Low Wood near Windermere.

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