Monday 22 June 2009

Sara & Graham

This was a unique occasion. Sara and Graham's plans for their wedding were most definitely constructed around their own thoughts and wishes for the day. From my own perspective it was going to involve a lot of on-the-hoof photography so I took the challenge on with only minimal kit and comfortable shoes.

We started at Sara & Graham's flat in Edinburgh where final touches were applied and we first saw Sara's gorgeous dress.

Hazel the Make-Up artist applied some silver dust to the glittering star of the day.


Off down the stairs - Sara had cunningly made a good choice of dress that was easy to get about in.

A last minute visit to the hairdresser's to wind proof the veil...

...followed by a quick trip to the bank. Even brides need cash!


Some interesting pictures around the old town of Edinburgh on the way up to Calton Hill for a few Happy Couple portraits. Very unusual as this was before the wedding ceremony but anything goes today.





The sun was shining when we arrived at the registry office but we were way too early. So we all went across the road for a coffee and a chat. It was raining when we emerged but it didn't dampen the mood and allowed Sara to employ her special umbrella to good effect.






The cermony was the most moving I have attended. Sara and Graham had written their own extra expressions of love which they read to one another and there wasn't a dry eye in the house.


Back in the sunshine for the walk to the reception venue. Lots of fun en route and grand views as we crossed Edinburgh's North Bridge.


This was a small, intimate wedding with Sara and Graham's closest friends and family in attendance. All weddings are individually tailored to the bride and grooms' taste but this wedding took individuality to the extreme with great results.

Congratulations Sara and Graham and Thanks for making me feel like one of your guests throughout the day.

If you wish to leave Sara and Graham a message via my blog, please use the comments option below.

Andy

5 comments:

Sara said...

Andy, these are wonderful! Thanks so much for your cheery presence and magic with the camera. We really appreciate how fantastic you are and will be recommending you to everybody.

Gleeful
Sara

Avi said...

I actually want to leave a comment for Andy. As a graphic designer I have seen a lot of great photography. I have to say you took amazing photos that not only show your skill but also the personalities of Graham & Sara. Nicely done.

Anonymous said...

wow - what amazing photographs of such a gorgeous couple -very post modern too...so sorry we weren't there but thrilled to feel the lovely atmosphere through photos.
congratualtions!
Amanda and Neil.x

geoff said...

Well Andy - you've knocked it off again - superb photography, you have captured the day perfectly - so much talent in such a small package - look forward to working with you again in August

Anonymous said...

Beautiful play with light & shadow -- an ability to transmit the emotion of a very special day; well done

All the best to Sara & Graham and there journey

Mark