Gerry and Mark's Wedding at Compton Acres

On Saturday 7th November Alan and I had the priviledge of photographing the wedding of Gerry and Mark at the beautiful Compton Acres in Poole.  I met up with girls where it was all systems go as they got ready for the big day, Gerry looked gorgeous in her cream Maggie Sotterroo gown and was accompanied by her sister Gillian and two of the most adorable little girls, Ava and Charlotte.  Alan headed for the New Westcliffe Hotel where he met Mark, his brother Paul who was his best man and Ava's older brother, pageboy Jack who looked equally stunning as his sister!

The ceremony took place in the Italian Villa at Compton Acres under close scrutiny of a webcam to relay the proceedings to Mark's sister Kim who was unable to attend.  After Gerry and Mark were married it was outside to the Japanese gardens in their resplendent autumn colours for the couples shots before heading back to steps of the villa where the group photos took place.  After their wedding breakfast the speeches began and much hilarity was had, mainly at Mark's expense, I hasten to add! But I don't think though there was a dry eye in the house as Paul read Kim's speech but she did all make us smile with the story of the biscuits!!!

The evening reception then began and Gerry and Mark danced their first dance as husband and wife to Snow Partrol's 'Chasing Cars.'  One of my favourites too! Alan and I really enjoyed being part of this special day and have added a few of the photos taken as a taster of more to come.  The rest will be online on 16th November and can be viewed via the 'clients' area on our website:  http://www.digitallydifferent.co.uk/

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Another SILVER in the SWPP wedding compeition along with three more BRONZE awards.....

And yes were are pleased.  The SILVER was awarded for an image in the WEDDING PHOTOJOURNALISM category and was taken at the wedding of Teresa and Kevin at Burley Manor back in September of this year.  It was taken at the moment of the ring exchange and the expression on Teresa's face shows that Kevin's ring was perhaps just a little bit tight.  I love this photo though as I really think it captures that moment well, and I additionally like the fact that the registrar is intent on the proceedings too!  Here is the image, click on it for closer inspection and to view it at its full size.

These images all received a BRONZE, the categories are in the following order: BRIDAL PORTAITURE, CONTEMPORARY WEDDING and TRADITIONAL WEDDING and should hopefully give you some confidence when choosing Digitally Different to photography your wedding!  Visit our website:  http://www.digitallydifferent.co.uk/ to view our packages and more of our photos!

Autumn Fun at Stourhead Landscaped Gardens

Today we went to Stourhead Landscaped gardensand took some photos of our two beautiful boys playing with leaves like only they know how! It is a beautiful setting especially at this time of the year with all the autumnal colours and well worth a visit.  Apologies for the blatant proud parents' post!

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Faye and Archie's AMAZING wedding, the SS Great Britain in Bristol

Saturday saw Alan and I leaving our normal base to photograph the wedding of Faye and Archie on the SS Great Britain in Bristol.  The venue was stunning and so was the wedding itself.  Faye looked gorgeous in her beautiful and unusual red and white Mori Lee encrusted gown which complemented Archie's red waistcoast perfectly.  Supported by her two sisters, five flower girls and a pageboy the bridal party looked stunning.  The horse and carriage arrival and the Unity Choir's rendition of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Phantom of the Opera made this truly a wedding to remember.  The proceedings were introduced by 'Isambard Kingdom Brunel' himself making the most of this historic setting.

Faye and Archie have headed off to Jersey for their honeymoon.  Take a look at a sneak preview of their photos, the full quota will be online from Monday 9th November at http://www.digitallydifferent.co.uk/

Alan and I would like to wish Archie and Faye all the good wishes in the World for their married life together!  Congratulations!

Monthly Wedding Competition

The SWPP carries out a monthly wedding competition that is open to all their members and the photos are graded as Bronze, Silver and Gold.  This month we manged to get a SILVER in the Bridal Portraiture category with this photograph of Katie taken on 12th September at Highcliffe Castle.  It is one of our favourites, let's hope it is one of Katie and David's too.  Click on the photo to see it at full size!

The wedding of Toby and Becky who invite you to share their afternoon tea!

Becky and Toby got married yesterday and a perfect day it was too!  9am saw Donna's arrival at Passion In Ringwood where Becky, her sister Hannah and Mum were having their hair dressed ready for the big day.  Becky was remarkably calm as her hair was adorned with fragrant stephanotis and blue sparkling diamantes.  Alan met the groom, Toby, his parents and the boys at Compasses Inn in Damerham where the pale grey suits looked amazing.

Soon it was back to Becky's house for the all important make up and dressing.  Becky looked absolutely beautiful in a dress befitting of a Jane Austen heroine that her Mum Amanda had lovingly made.  It couldn't have been more perfect for Becky, the moment I saw her, I knew this was the only dress for her.  We left for the ceremony which was held in Ringwood and Alan and I captured an emotional exchange of vows before leaving for the very English village of Ashmore complete with village hall and cricket ground for their 'High Tea' reception where the guests were treated with homemade cakes, pink lemonade and tea from vintage tea services, it was brilliant.

We had great fun photographing the bride and groom, only stopping for Toby to 'jump start' a friend's van, in this stunning location.   We would like to wish them well on their honeymoon and also for a very happy future together!

Becky and Toby's photos will be online at our website http://www.digitallydifferent.co.uk/ from the 12th October.  We hope you like this sneak preview of the photos!  We look forward to seeing you both again soon!

I call upon these PRIMATES here present........

Yesterday was a FIRST...... the first wedding at Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre at Wool in Dorset and Digitally Different were there to capture the marriage of Anna and Dan.  The couple decided that they wanted a wedding that was special to them and their mutual adoration of all things primate so they pursued their dream and married at  Monkey World. 

It was a day like no other, for Anna and Dan, who had travelled from Newcastle, for the event and also for Alan and myself and it certainly will be one to remember.  The first wedding at Monkey World was always likely to create a bit of a stir and a stir it did and the press were there in attendance!  Hats off to Dr Alison Cronin the owner of Monkey World and her team who had worked tirelessly to make the venue AMAZING. 

After the ceremony in full view of the Chimps outside Paddy's enclosure it was time for a trip up the tower for a scatter feed.  The Chimpanzees were treated to a 'royal' spread of lavender, roses, rosehips and their favourite ice lollies, this time, dyed red and heart shaped to mark the occasion.  After much hilarity and fun of feeding the Chimps it was off on our own guided tour of the Park with Mike.  Being with Mike was brilliant as it was like being with the Daddy of all primates and it was clear that they all knew him as they recognised his voice and bounded over with enthusiasm much to delight of Dan and Anna!

Soon the tour ended and it was back to the Watering Hole for a splendid buffet and the speeches!  During which, Shelly the Events Co-ordinator at Monkey World got a bit of a suprise when her very special birthday was acknowledged.  Well it was only right to do so after all the hard work she had put in.  Group shots were taken in the grounds before it was time for the guests to have a wander around the magnificent venue and appreciate the delights of Monkey World for themselves.  The evening reception was held at the Springfield Hotel in Wareham where the party continued.

Our congratulations are extended to Anna and Dan, thank you so much for letting us be part of your unique wedding day.  Here is a sneak preview of their many photos, the rest of which will be online from 5th October at our website:  http://www.digitallydifferent.co.uk/  Happy Honeymoon guys! 

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