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Sunday, February 19, 2012

Rivervale Barn – a selection of our favourite wedding photographs

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Over the next few weeks we will be highlighting our favourite wedding photographs from different wedding venues in Hampshire, Berkshire and internationally. We wanted to share our favourite photographs from venues to inspire couples looking for a fantastic wedding venue.

This week we have chosen the purpose built barn – Rivervale Barn in Yateley. Being a local wedding photographer to Rivervale, we have been fortunate to be able to photograph a number of weddings here over the years. Rivervale is set amongst a background of greenery and colours and has the Blackwater River running passed making this great for wedding photographs using the bright colours from the flowers and the reflection in the river. It can hold up to 150 guests and holds the ceremony and wedding breakfast under one roof. It also has a courtyard where guests can enjoy canopies and champagne and a Bridal suit ready for the happy couple.

We are looking forward to our next wedding at Rivervale in March.Information for Rivervale Barn:
Mill Lane
Yateley
Hampshire
GU46 7SS
UK
www.rivervale-barn-weddings.co.uk


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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Guest Interview with Wedding Hair and Make-up Artist Natasha Wiggins

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Natasha WigginsNatasha is one of Hampshire and Surreys top wedding hair and make-up artists. She was also recently shortlisted for The 2012 Wedding Industry Awards. We have worked with Natasha on a number of occasions now at weddings and we have a great time doing it! She has kindly stopped by to answer a few questions for our couples.

How did you break into the make-up industry and when did you start?
I have always wanted to be a hair and make-up artist and left school and did a beauty therapy course then I went of to London fashion college to do my hair and makeup training it was great fun I have been doing it for 7 years now.

What’s your favourite make-up product to use on Brides?
My favourite makeup is all the Bobbie Brown eye shadows they are amazing and blend really well .I also use a Daniel Sandler blotting powder which could not live with out in my kit it is amazing and soaks up any sweat or oil on the skin and leaves you with a flawless look.

What advice have you got for Brides who are looking to choose a Make-up artist for their wedding?
My best advice I could give you is to look at there portfolios before booking if you are happy with the images on there website then you will be happy with what they do on the day.

How long does wedding make-up and hair usually take on the morning of the wedding?
Wedding hair and make-up would normally take an hour and a half on the wedding day.

And finally, how can people get in touch with you and what’s the process of booking you?
Brides can get in touch by either going to the website http://www.nwmake-up.co.uk/ or by phone on 07841 511 409.

Thanks Natasha!


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Jane - February 1, 2012 - 06:28

Every girl yearns for a Fairy Tale Wedding. I had one! A big thank you to Richard Lloyd bridal makeup as it made my wedding just the way it was supposed to be. My hubby couldn’t get his eyes off me as I dazzled when walking down the aisle.

http://www.richard-lloyd.com

Thanks

Jane

Saturday, November 26, 2011

The Wedding of Dave and Lucy at Warbrook House in Eversley

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Dawn and I arrived at Warbrook House in Eversley, a favourite and well visited venue of ours and headed straight to the Morning Room which is where Lucy was getting ready. We opened to the door to be greeted by loads of ladies all busy having hair and make-up done for the big day. We were also lucky to be working with Natasha Wiggins, a fantastic make-up artist and good friend. (we highly recommend her) The morning past very quickly and after capturing the action, dress, shoes and flowers we headed to find Dave and his ushers who had arrived and were helping with the preparations of the day.We took them outside for 5 mins and took their photos before heading back to find Lucy about to get into her dress. After photographing this we took each bridesmaid outside for their individual shots before finishing with Lucy. Everyone was in great spirits ready for the day ahead.

Dawn and I then walked into the ceremony room, met the DJ Alan before being told that a barn owl called Olivia would be flying down with the wedding rings – brilliant! As the guests started to take their seats there was a buzz of excitement in the air and as soon as Lucy entered the room the emotion began to take over. It was a very touching and emotional ceremony… Dave only just managed to finish the vow he had written for Lucy, bless. Olivia (the owl) was also amazing and ‘wowed’ the wedding party and she flew past, landing on the Bestman’s arm.After the ceremony we all ventured outside for a confetti shot. It was really cold so we were keen to start the group shots so the guests could then warm up inside with a glass of champers. After this we took the happy couple around for their couple shots. They looked very relaxed in front of the camera….I think the pre-wedding shoot helped stop any fears they might have had so they were able to enjoy the whole experience.Before sunset we headed back in before photographing the wedding breakfast room and the guests. After the meal Dawn and I photographed the speeches…and yes Dave’s vow featured heavily!!

After photographing the first dance which was amazing…apparently Dave and Lucy had dancing lessons booked but after the first couple their teacher hurt her shoulder and couldn’t teach them anymore. From the performance you would have thought they had watched Strictly!! We left the wedding party in the capable hands of Alan the DJ.

Enjoy your honeymoon in Australia!

Lauren and Dawn x

Wedding Venue: www.deverevenues.co.uk/locations/warbrook-house.html
DJ: www.celebrations-mobile-disco.co.uk
Make-up: www.nwmake-up.co.uk


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Saturday, November 5, 2011

The Wedding of Toby and Claire at Highfield Park in Hook

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Today was the wedding of Toby and Claire a wonderful couple who from the first moment I met them you could tell they were excited to get married! Dawn and I arrived at their house where Claire and a number of girls were busy getting ready and enjoying the champagne! Each had their hair and make-up done and after photographing Claires mum tieing up the back of Claire’s wedding dress we took each one outside for their individual shots. The two young girls looked adorable!Dawn and I then headed to Highfield Park in Hook which is where the ceremony and reception were taking place. We headed into the bar area which is where we found Toby and his men! Toby had arrived in a red mini….so after a few ‘Mr Bean’ jokes we took them outside for some ‘lads’ shots. Toby then headed into the ceremony room while I waited outside for Claire. Claire arrived in a Road Runner – a fantastic American car….which you could hear half a mile away!The ceremony was fantastic….Toby and Claire just laughed, and laughed, and giggled…and oh yes…finally exchanged vows! It was very light hearted and fun-filled. So much so the whole wedding party started singing their exit song…’I wanna marry you!’ by Bruno Mars as they walked down the aisle.We were watching the time very closely as the sun was going to set by 4pm therefore we had already arranged to start the group shots straight after the confetti shot. We managed to sail through these, much to everyone’s relief as it was freezing outside! The wedding couple then had their shots taken around the stunning grounds. Toby and Claire had met us at a wedding fair and had seen our ‘Multiplex’ shot, a unique shot, difficult to master but they really wanted this so we started with this first around a beautiful ruin. We then headed around for some more shots before taking the couple back to their reception. After capturing the speeches which were full of surprises for the couple the tables were cleared and we headed outside again…..Being the 5th of November the couple had arranged sparkers for all the guests (even Dawn and myself had a go) and a fire dancer! Yes she did dance, juggle and ‘eat’ fire! It was very impressive, and all captured on camera of course. The wedding party then headed back in for the cake cutting and first dance.We left the wedding party as they danced the night away!

Hope the honeymoon was perfect:)

Lauren and Dawn x

Wedding venue: http://www.deverevenues.co.uk/locations/highfield-park.html


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Saturday, October 22, 2011

Pre-wedding shoot – Dave and Lucy at Warbrook House

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Today I was at Warbrook House in Eversley, Hampshire for 10am to meet Dave and Lucy for their pre-wedding shoot. Although it was alittle cold the sun was shining and that’s all we needed! We met in the bar area while Warbrook set up for their wedding today as we finalised timings and discussed their day step by step so we all knew what to expect. They are getting married and having their Wedding Breakfast there which is great for us because it means we can get the most from the venue when it comes to the photography….plus we don’t loose guests when it comes to the group shots!
After this we stepped outside and photographed both of them around the venue. Lucy was alittle nervous about having her photograph taken and how they would look but we put her at ease straightaway when she saw the result….and that’s just from the back of the camera! They both grew with confidence during the shoot and are really looking forward to their photography on their wedding day! Another successful pre-wedding shoot!Looking forward to the wedding!

Lauren x


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