I have just met up with the lovely Sarah and Stuart, who have just got back from what sounds like an amazing time in the Maldives!  Looking very brown and chilled out we had a coffee and a catch up and went through their wedding pictures. 

They were married a week ago on Friday at Cadbury House in Congresbury, which is a great venue for a Winter wedding, as its lovely contemporary rooms are really cosy in the Winter and look lovely by candlelight!

Sarah was getting ready upstairs with her bridesmaids as I arrived to take a few pictures of them putting the finishing touches to their hair and make up. Sarah’s dress was a gorgeous strapless gown with beautiful lace detailing. 

Downstairs, Stuart and the boys were greeting guests in the bar and Sarah’s Dad had a bit of help to do up his tie!

After a lovely ceremony we headed outside to get the last rays of sun and to take a few pictures in the grounds.

Before it got too cold we headed back inside to warm up and for Sarah and Stuart to have a glass of champagne before sitting down for dinner.

Here are a few of my favourite images:

On Saturday I did a maternity shoot for a friend who is expecting her second child later this week – so it was our last chance to get some beautiful portraits of her and her bump!

So for all you pregnant ladies out there (or just plain broody!) here are a few of my favourite images:

 

Friday was a first for me, as although I have shot several snowy weddings, I have never had a portrait session in the snow!

Sarah and Stuart came well prepared with scarves and gloves and we set off to do some pictures down by the lake. Despite the grey skies, the snow was still lovely and we managed to get some great shots before deciding to go back in and put the kettle on!

Here are some images from their session:

 

I have been out by the lake the last couple of mornings (wearing my new Christmassy bright purple wellies!) taking in the sight of the lake all frozen over and the stunning snow covered landscape and thought I would share a few pictures: