A winter Wedding in the gower


Even before the wedding day I knew Lara and Jon's big day was going to be epic and totally them down to a T. We met up before the wedding and chatted for ages about wedding plans, their relationship and just life in general. They had family coming from South Africa (where Lara is from) and were incorporating traditional elements such a their faith with a modern twist and an homage to their relationship. They told me they'd be incorporating their passion for raves (which links to how they met) into their day by having the last few hours of the reception dedicated to rave music. Man was I excited!

Morning Prep

Lara and Jon wrote cards for each other to be delivered via the bridal party on the morning of as well as a few thoughtful gifts. They were so lush!

They were both staying at the hotel before the ceremony so I was able to dash upstairs to grab some prep shots of the boys too!

Close-up of wedding stationery with handwritten notes against natural backdrop.
Handwritten wedding notes and details laid out on rustic stone surface.
Wedding guests mingle and celebrate during a joyful indoor reception.
Three elegant navy blue bridesmaid dresses hanging in an arched window display.
Wedding preparation scene in warm indoor lighting with blue accents.
Close-up profile view during wedding preparations with bright blue background.
Vintage-style lace wedding dress hanging by window in natural light.
Elegant room interior with red velvet chair and sheer curtains by large windows.
Romantic floral arrangement featuring pink and red roses with delicate greenery in moody lighting.
Wedding place cards with calligraphy displayed among red and white floral arrangements.
Close-up shots of elegant wedding stationery with calligraphy in natural light.
Two men in formal attire shake hands during wedding preparations.
Interior shots of a sunlit room with floral curtains and furniture.
Wedding preparation scene showing multiple angles of a room with natural light and formal attire.
Groomsmen getting ready and adjusting their ties before the wedding ceremony.

Ceremony Time!

Rustic wooden barn venue interior with white walls and arched windows.
Elegant wedding reception venue with warm wood beams and sunlit windows displaying floral centerpieces.
Wedding reception tables decorated with wood slices, flowers and table numbers in elegant setting.
Rustic wooden barn venue filled with wedding guests during celebration.
Wedding guests mingle in a warmly lit rustic barn venue.
Wedding ceremony space with delicate pink flowers in vases lining the aisle.
Wedding guests in green dresses seated in wooden chairs during ceremony.
Groomsmen in navy suits stand during wedding ceremony under warm lighting.
Indoor wedding ceremony with string light backdrop and elegant white dress in focus.
Wedding ceremony space illuminated by string lights with guests seated in rows.
Wedding guests gather in a rustic venue decorated with warm twinkle lights creating an intimate atmosphere.
Wedding party stands at attention during ceremony with string light backdrop and floral decorations.
Wedding reception table decorated with pink flowers and elegant glassware in a romantic setting.
Wedding guests seated at reception tables under warm string lights in rustic barn setting.
Wedding reception in progress at rustic venue with string lights and floral table decorations.

Drinks Reception

Stone wall venue decorated with string lights creates romantic atmosphere for wedding celebration.
Wedding party members share candid laughing moments while holding bouquets.
Person in grey suit strikes playful poses in sequence on garden path.
Wedding party poses together outdoors during sunset celebration.
Wedding guests gather in prayer circle during outdoor ceremony.
Emotional gathering of wedding guests sharing a touching moment outdoors.
Intimate moment showing hands touching lace wedding dress details during celebration.
Close-up of hands holding a vintage camera during outdoor wedding celebrations.
Wedding party in navy dresses and suits pose with greenery bouquets in an outdoor garden setting.
Groomsmen in grey suits showing off colorful socks while posing on stone steps.
A tender moment between newlyweds in a garden setting with natural sunlight.
A romantic sunset wedding photo by a lake with a beautiful bouquet of pink and purple flowers.
A couple shares an intimate moment by a lake during sunset while holding a colorful floral bouquet.
Newlyweds walking on a road with bicycle lane markings during golden hour sunset.
Joyful couple walking along a lakeside road during golden hour.

Speeches and Evening Reception

Elegant wedding reception dinner with guests seated at long tables decorated with floral arrangements.
Wedding reception guests seated at decorated tables in an elegant venue with warm lighting.
Black and white photo of wedding guests dancing together on a wooden dance floor.
Wedding reception setup in a rustic venue with white tablecloths and floral centerpieces.
Wedding guests enjoy a lively reception celebration in an elegant indoor venue with wooden beams and warm lighting.
Wedding reception dinner setup with pink floral centerpieces and elegant table settings.
Speaker addressing wedding guests in a rustic venue with wooden beams.
Newlyweds share a moment while cutting their wedding cake at reception.
Couple cutting their wedding cake together at elegant reception venue.
Wedding reception decor featuring photo displays and welcome signs in rustic wooden venue.
Illuminated wooden letters spell out welcome message at wedding reception with decorative signage.
Wedding party members sharing hugs and laughs during reception celebrations.
Wedding guests embracing during an emotional moment at the reception.
Couples dancing together during an elegant indoor wedding reception.
Couples slow dancing on a wooden dance floor at an evening wedding celebration.