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Leah + Michele | County Kerry couple portrait

My first shoot after the lockdown this year. It was such a relief to get back into it. My cameras had been out of the bag on and off, to catch shots of the kids, but it wasn’t until we all took a trip down to Kerry for a family holiday that I got to shoot with a couple again (don’t take that the wrong way, kids, you’re the biz).

It was worth the wait anyway. I loved this. Leah and Michele came up from Cork for the shoot and I jumped in the back of the car with them for the drive to Dunquin. It’s a place of stunning beauty and getting to explore it a little with these two was something I won’t forget. They’re so good together and the shoot was over too quick.

Thankfully, weddings start again for me THIS WEEK. I’m delighted, despite the masks, etc.

Here are some of my favourites. I hope you like them.

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Dunquin e-shoot with Jonathan Ryder

 

If you’re in the mood for another couple shoot, you could check out Lauren + Mike’s north photos from north Antrim. That’s another wild and rugged place, with more coastal beauty than you can shake a stick at. Take a look HERE.

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    North Coast Engagement Photographer | Lauren + Mike

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    ~ North Coast Engagement Photographer | Lauren + Mike ~

    I love trips up to the north coast. There are so many places to shoot, each of which is unlike anywhere else. Lauren and Chris were over from the States and wanted to explore some of the locations they knew of through Game of Thrones. I picked Kinbane Head mainly because I love it, but I was sure they would too. (At points, I get vertigo up there, but it’s a small price to pay!)

    We timed it well and caught some beautiful light just before it dipped beneath the cliffs behind us.

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      Aidan + Cara | Merchant Hotel wedding photographer

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      ~ Aidan + Cara | Merchant Hotel wedding photographer ~

      Aidan and Cara asked me about photographing their wedding after their friends Conor and Sinéad recommended me to them. Cara was also one of Sinéad’s bridesmaids. Their wedding was up in the hills of Donegal (you can see it HERE). I loved photographing it for them and I was pretty sure that I was going to love shooting with Aidan and Cara just as much.

      I wasn’t wrong. Things started at the same Church that Conor and Sinéad had got married in. This time it was the Merchant Hotel in the middle of Belfast that hosted the rest of the day. I remember the pub walk, the dancing, cigars, great speeches … but most of all that feeling of elation that everyone could feel, I think, that these two were tying the knot together.

      It was lovely to be there. I hope the photos capture some of how it felt …

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        Louise + Pete | Wedding photographer Lissanoure Castle

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        Louise and Pete’s wedding at Lissanoure Castle was pretty marvellous. It’s a gorgeous venue, where I’d shot once before, and it looks great in the autumn. Parts of the castle are in ruins and the browns and yellows of the season just seem to suit it. And then inside, it’s all open fires and chairs you can fall asleep in.

        Louise was really stunning and Pete was looking very fine too. They had a beautiful humanist ceremony in the castle, then moved over to the main function room later on, where there’s loads of space for eating and dancing. And there was a *lot* of dancing. Great music, provided by Chris from the awesome Bespoke Music Solutions, and lots crazy shapes. My favourite photobomb of the year too.

        Anyway, take a look….

        groom and best man waiting
        order of service art work
        groom waiting with guests
        bride arriving in her dad's sports car
        bride with bridesmaids and canvas art
        bride with her father at Lissanoure castle
        brides emotion as she sees her groom
        bride and groom smiling at start of ceremony
        bride laughing at groom's words about her
        bride and groom sharing a moment in ceremony
        bride reading her vows to groom
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        little boy exploring in ceremony
        bride and groom leaving ceremony at Lissanoure castle
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        guests laughing together during reception
        children waiting for drinks to be served
        young lad trying craft beer and not loving it
        bride's bouquet at Lissanoure Castle
        bride and groom going on photo walk at Lissanoure Castle
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        geese flying over evening reception at Lissanoure Castle
        seating plan artwork
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        bride listening to her father's speech
        bride glancing across to groom during his father's speech
        guest taking photo of top table with cool instax camera
        bride's speech during Lissanoure Castle reception
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        bride raising her glass during her speech
        groom's father laughing at his speech
        children crowd round bride after speeches finish
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        flower girls doing cartwheels on dance floor
        bride and groom's first dance with baby wandering across dance floor
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          Lara + Dave | wedding photographer Glenarm Castle

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          Feeling much love for these two, posting these images today. I first met them when Lara was a bridesmaid at her friends’ wedding a few years back, which I also shot (Maeve and Chris). I got a candid photo back then of Dave taking a selfie with Maeve. Dave, as it happens, takes that particular art to new heights (see below). But the two of them wanted photos that documented their own wedding naturally, so they could get on with just enjoying it. I was excited as the day approached.

          The guys headed for the freezing cold water for a dip first thing that morning. Lara, Maeve and the rest of the girls took the more sensible route and got started on the champagne. Great start, for sure.

          I loved the meeting of two different cultures at the wedding. That’s always a really cool thing to be around for. The venue was great too. And full marks to Victoriana Floral for the lush flower arrangements. So. Much. Colour.

          Anyway, dig in …

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            Jade + AJ | Wedding Photographer Old Court Chapel

            wedding photographer Old Court Chapel

             

            – Wedding Photographer Old Court Chapel | Jade + AJ –

            This wedding was so much fun. Jade and AJ just have that in their DNA, I think. They’re lovely to be around and I think their families share the same approach to life!

            Old Court Chapel is incredibly beautiful. It’s right on Strangford Lough, tucked away in a corner all of its own. The views are really lovely everywhere you turn. These guys made it their own for the day, and everything felt completely relaxed and welcoming. High-end wedding suppliers zipping all over the place in the background, but just this lovely calm vibe for the whole day…

            It was good to see familiar faces too, with some couples from other weddings I’d shot being amongst the wedding party.

            Thirteen hours is a *long* day, but it went all too soon. I arrived for bridal prep around half past nine, and stayed for much of the dancing … and I loved it.

            Anyway. Photos …

             


            brides dress
            bride with bridesmaids and her mum
            candid shot of bridesmaid
            candid shot of bride during bridal prep
            page boy raids biscuit cupboard
            bride getting hair done in sunlight
            bride smiling at grandfather
            bridesmaids at The Old Rectory in Strangford
            bride getting shoes on
            bride and her mum drinking champagne
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            bridesmaids get first look at bride in her dress
            bridesmaids tending to bride
            father of bride sees her in dress for first time
            painted sign for guests at Old Court Chapel
            groom and page boy having a hug outside chapel
            groom joking with guests
            flower girl with bridesmaids
            bride and her dad next to VW camper
            groom sees bride coming up aisle
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            bride and her dad at top of aisle
            bride and her dad at top of aisle
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            candid portrait of bride and groom in ceremony
            bride and groom during ceremony at Old Court Chapel
            bride and groom kiss at top of aisle
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            drinks ready for guests
            guests arriving at reception at Old Court Chapel
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            piper plays for bride and groom
            guests at reception at Old Court Chapel
            logi bear (camper van)
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            bride getting hug from little boy at drinks reception
            vaping duty
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            dining room set for meal at Old Court Chapel
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            guests seated for meal at Old Court Chapel
            bride waiting with friends for meal to begin
            bride and groom walking into evening reception
            father of groom's speech
            bride and groom laughing at bride's father's speech
            groom's speech at Old Court Chapel
            bridesmaids laughing at speeches
            youngest bridesmaid listening to speeches
            bride and groom at Old Court Chapel
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            two old ladies chatting before the first dance, with little girl looking at me
            first dance with mum and family looking on
            bride and her dad, groom and his mum, on dance floor
            wedding dance floor
            bridesmaid and elderly gentleman hugging on dance floor
            guests smiling whilst looking at phone whilst bride dances
            wedding dance floor, with mum and her daughters
            bridesmaid and her partner get close on dance floor
            wedding guest throwing some shapes
            bridesmaid and friend dancing at wedding reception
            bride dancing at wedding with her dad
            bride with her feet up towards end of reception
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            Here’s a list of the wedding suppliers who were involved:

            Venue: Old Court Chapel Weddings, Strangford.

            Bridal prep venue: The Old Rectory, Strangford.

            Catering: Posh Nosh

            VS Camper van: Logybear

            Hair and makeup: Elle Hair and Beauty

            Dresses: The Wedding Box

            Groom and groomsmen’s suits: Focus Menswear

            Flowers: Patricia’s Petals

            Cake: Jenny’s Cakes

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              Larchfield Estate Wedding Photographer | Krys & Ross

              groom and bride walking for photos during drinks reception
              I was walking along a beach on the north coast when I first got to chat to Krys about her wedding to Ross.

              She found me through Floral Earth, who were already booked for flower duty. As I walked, I pretended to myself that the beach was actually my office.

              I felt on the same wavelength as Krys about a style of photography that would suit the venue, Larchfield Estate. It’s one of my favourite spots in Northern Ireland, and I was really excited when the wedding finally came around.

              The day was every bit as good as I’d expected. My only regret is that I didn’t set up an IV caffeine drip to keep me going past the 13 or so hours I shot with them. I’m pretty sure the partying continued long into the night …

              oddballs for groomsmen
              groom and groomsmen having beer in the morning
              groomsmen telling stories
              groom having a laugh with groomsmen
              ring in personalised wooden box
              sun shining over Larchfield estate cottages
              brides dress and shoes at Larchfield Estate cottages
              bride and her mother in curlers
              busy bridal prep with flowers arriving from Floral Earth
              Krys gets a hug from Tim of Floral Earth
              bouquet from Floral Earth
              bride and her Mum looking at gift boxes
              bridal party opening gift boxes
              bride smiling broadly as bridesmaids, mother and mother of groom open gift boxes
              back detail for bridesmaids dress
              bride sees herself in mirror
              bride and mua doing high fives
              Larchfield estate detail shot
              Larchfield estate ceremony venue
              posey by Floral Earth at Larchfield Estate
              guests arriving to ceremony at Larchfield Estate
              men on duty
              groom and best man at top of aisle
              groomsmen waiting for things to get started
              groom at top of aisle looking a bit nervous
              grooms relief when he sees bride coming up aisle
              father of bride shakes grooms hand at top of aisle as bride smiles on
              bride and her father sharing moment at top of aisle
              bride and groom holding hands at top of aisle
              bride and groom listening to the ceremony officiant and smiling
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              father and mother of bride smiling as bride and groom kiss
              bridesmaid smiling after bride and grooms first married kiss
              bride and groom signing register
              mother and father of groom smiling during signing of register
              bride and groom coming down aisle
              groom getting hug from best man's partner
              bride and groom about to walk through confetti
              guests waiting with confetti
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              candid portrait of bride during drinks reception
              bride and bridesmaids in sunshine
              groom surrounding by groomsmen
              brides dress caught in the wind
              bride and groom kiss on leafy path
              bride and groom amongst massive leaves by lake at Larchfield
              bride and groom portrait at Larchfield. (OK, it's mostly the bride.)
              bride and groom retreating under umbrella
              bride and groom bathed in sunlight just before meal begins
              thumbprint leaf signature board for bride and groom
              table plan and candles at Larchfield estate
              dining room set at Larchfield estate
              top table
              flowers and fairly lights in dining room at Larchfield
              cake tree with photos and cake at Larchfield Estate
              bridal party clapping guests at dinner
              bride moved by dad's tears during speech
              grooms speech
              grooms men listening to groom speaking
              groom teasing bride during speech
              best man speaking
              bride and groom listening to best man speaking and smiling
              portrait of bride and groom with brick background
              bride and groom in front of flowers
              close portrait of bride and groom
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              bride and groom kissing in greenhouse
              fun and games during meal after speeches
              bride and groom tucking into cake after cutting
              guests take photos of cake cutting
              bride and groom chatting with guests
              first dance at larchfield estate
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              intimate moment between bride and groom on dance floor
              bride dancing with her father at Larchfield estate
              groom embraced by his mother on dance floor at Larchfield
              bride and her mother dancing
              bride dancing with flower crown on
              groom waving tie as party gets going
              dancefloor shapes
              shot glasses part 1
              shot glasses part 2
              night train
              end of the party

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                Aisling + Pauric | Wedding photographer Errigal Country House

                Wedding photographer Errigal Country House Hotel

                 
                This wedding was class. A riot of love and laughter in the depths of the Cavan countryside, at the Errigal Country House hotel. Actually the day started up in Tyrone, where Aisling and Pauric are from, with the ceremony in Fivemiletown. Then we headed down through Co. Monaghan to get to the reception at the Errigal. A few photos along the way, of course. But either way, my lasting memory is of a summer wedding with two beauts who rocked the whole day. I loved it.
                 
                Here are some favourite shots …
                 
                groom looking onto room with groomsman
                groomsman and dog at window
                roll over doggie
                wedding day boxers
                dog at window at brides house
                bride with mum and sister for photo
                bridal make-up
                laughs in the kitchen
                bride doing mum's hair
                mum doing bride's buttons
                bride in mirror
                excitement about getting ready
                bride skipping down hallway
                glass of something for the road
                groomsmen at church
                church
                groom welcoming guests at church
                guests arriving with blue sky behind
                bridesmaids arriving at church
                bride arrives at church
                bridesmaids walking up path to church
                bride walking in with father
                bridesmaid adjusting brides hair
                bride coming down aisle
                brides sister looking on in church
                vows in church
                kiss at altar
                musician at church
                signing the register with altar boy smiling at bride
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                receiving guests outside church
                flare above church door
                laughing guests outside church
                lady framed between smoking guests
                bride bridesmaid and groom
                bridesmaids waiting
                groom and bride leaving church
                bridal party
                bride and groom in countryside lane
                bride and groom together
                holding hands with flowers
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                bride at reception venue
                guests chatting and drinking
                girl grabbing instax camera
                bridal party warming up for their entrance
                running into dinner room
                bride and groom dancing into dinner room
                brides dad giving speech
                groom enduring best mans speech
                bride and groom with cake
                first dance at Errigal Country House
                dancing with bridal party
                dance floor fun
                dancing at reception venue
                baby with mother
                bride dancing with her mother
                bride dancing with bridesmaids
                A few more shots pop up in my 2018 review, which you can see here.

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