DK Wedding Blog

Dan & Jane - 17th July 2010 - Sprowston Manor

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:11:49 EDT

The day started with the guests arriving at the church, after we managed to grab a few group shots before the heavens opened - good job that our cameras are rain proof - the same can not be said of Tim who got well and truly soaked. Upon arriving at Sprowston Manor for the reception the sun emerged from behind the clouds and the rest of the day remained dry. We managed to go out around the grounds after the meal to get some intimate shots of the two of them...

Kathryn & Lee - 3rd July 2010 - Drayton Old Lodge, Norwich, Norfolk

Sun, 18 Jul 2010 13:40:00 EDT

Matt & Gemma 11th July 2010 - Pre Wed, Holkham Beach

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:57:46 EDT

We were at Holkham Beach last Sunday for Matt & Gemma's pre wedding shoot. Another beautiful day with bright blue skies and glorious sunshine. The couple were great fun to photograph and we got some fun shots of them both...

Michael & Kirstie - 3rd July 2010 - Marham Methodist Church and Timbers Hotel

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:04:43 EDT

Michael and Kirstie enjoyed a wonderful day in West Norfolk for their wedding at Marham Methodist Church. After the ceremony and group shots we stopped off to make full use of the surrounding countryside, spending time getting some intimate shots of the two of them before moving on to the reception at Timbers Hotel...

Michael & Emma - 9th July 2010 - Broad House Hotel

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:11:25 EDT

We were at our all time favourite venue this weekend gone, the stunning Broad House Hotel. Michael and Emma had picked a scorching hot day for their wedding. The bridal preparations were a calm and relaxed affair - undoubtedly helped by the brilliant make up artist - Lisa Wilson. The ceremony was the first to be conducted with the guests in the courtyard outside the barn. After the ceremony the guests were treated to a boat ride along the Norfolk Broads by an open top boat - as James can't swim it was my turn to enjoy the trip whilst he relaxed in the grounds of the hotel - sorry I mean't photographed the table decorations! A great day was had by all as the photos show...

Farah & Lee 26th June 2010 - Ickworth House, Suffolk

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:35:10 EDT

Lee & Farah's wedding was at the grandiose Ickworth House in Bury St Edmunds. The weather was superb with glorious sunshine and the day was a joy to photograph. We made full use of the Italianate gardens and the Rotunda taking them both arounds the grounds as the sun began to set. The gardens were a fantastic backdrop and we hope to go back there soon...

Antonia & David 5th July 2010 - Family Shoot, Wells-next-the-sea

Mon, 05 Jul 2010 16:23:56 EDT

We photographed David and Antonia at the beach in Wells with there two small children. This was their pre wedding shoot which we combined in to a family shoot for them both. We explored the beach to find some interesting locations before leaving the family to enjoy a picnic on the beach...

Robin & Erin 28th June 2010 - Pre Wed, Brancaster

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:38:05 EDT

We had a beautiful sunny afternoon on Monday at Brancaster beach with Erin and Robin for their pre wedding shoot. We explored the beach and found some great locations for some shots of the two of them...

Andrew & Paula 19th June 2010 - Hales Hall Barn

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:37:15 EDT

We recently posted Andrew and Paula's pre wedding shoot where we had every type of weather going - their wedding day was no different, we managed to get outside despite the constant change in weather, one minute rain, the next sunshine followed by strong blustery winds. No matter as everyone enjoyed their day at the resplendent Hales Hale Barn - a wonderful venue with beautiful gardens, a perfect backdrop to photograph them both...

Andrew & Alexandra 5th June 2010 - Hockering House, Norfolk

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 05:19:46 EDT

A shoot on Elm Hill

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 12:56:24 EDT

Kathryn & Lee 13th June 2010 - Pre Wed, Burnham Overy Staithe

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:24:34 EDT

We were at Burnham Overy Staithe on Sunday for Kathryn and Lee's pre wedding shoot. After a brisk walk along the embankment we found ourselves amongst the dunes - a fantastic backdrop for a series of photographs finishing on the beach...

Iain & Louise 29th May 2010 - Weston Park, Norfolk

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:55:28 EDT

We shot Iain and Louise's engagement shoot on a stormy winters day last year, and it looked like the weather hadn't changed much for their wedding day. Louise arrived in an original Morris Minor and despite the gloomy weather, the wedding was great. The sun even came out for about 2 minutes.

Andrew & Paula 30th May 2010 - Pre Wed, Burnham Overy Staithe

Thu, 03 Jun 2010 09:26:32 EDT

We spent a couple of hours at Burnham Overy Staithe photographing Andrew and Paula for their pre wedding shoot. The weather report stated changeable conditions and boy were they right! We had everything imaginable from sun, wind, rain, thunder, lightning and even hail - what more could you want! We returned rather colder and wetter than when we set out but well worth the effort as the shots show...

Alison & Nick 9th May 2010 - Drayton Old Lodge, Norwich

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:19:59 EDT

Anna & Gareth 22nd May 2010 - Batemans Barn

Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:25:08 EDT

Anna & Gareth had the best weather of the year so far. Beautiful blue skies and an amazing evening light. I couldn't ask for more. The food was good too. This was one of those weddings that was so relaxed it just gives you the chance to take amazing pictures. The venue was a little farm in the middle of nowhere and had some nice ruins which I used to get some pictures of Anna & Gareth on their own.

Christian & Karen 22nd May 2010 - The Red Barn, South Runcton

Tue, 25 May 2010 13:50:52 EDT

Christian and Karen got married at The Red Barn, South Runcton on a glorious but extremely hot saturday in May. This is the first time at this venue for us - with its beautiful high oak ceilings and simple decoration it made a fantastic setting for their wedding...

Neil & Rebecca 8th May 2010 - Stower Grange Hotel, Norwich

Mon, 24 May 2010 12:35:30 EDT

Neil and Rebecca chose the picturesque Stower Grange in Drayton for their wedding day. Everyone enjoyed the day despite the rain, we even managed to get outside to get some shots of the two of them. Below are a few of the images from the day...

Chris & Charlotte 1st May 2010 - St Margaret's Church, Drayton and Drayton Old Lodge

Thu, 20 May 2010 06:13:36 EDT

Chris and Charlotte had a sunny day for their wedding in Drayton, rain was expected but never materialised! Everyone had a wonderful time and below are a few shots from the day...

Two doves were released by the bride and groom as the guests watched on...

The evening for us ended as we photographed Chris and Charlotte gazing up in to the night sky watching a fantastic firework display...

Sophie & Tom 10th April 2010 - Sussex Barns, Norfolk

Sun, 02 May 2010 13:16:34 EDT

Another scorching day for a wedding. This was quite a special day for Sophie & Tom, as not only was it their wedding day, it was also a naming ceremony for their lovely daughter too. The day ended with a barn dance which everyone enjoyed a great deal.

Yvette & Andy 24th April 2010 - Barsham Barns, Norfolk

Sun, 02 May 2010 14:17:38 EDT

This must have been one of the most relaxed weddings we have ever done. Plenty of sunshine and we even had time to go to Brancaster for an ice cream and a walk along the beach. This gave Yvette & Andy some time to reflect on the day while some very natural photographs were taken.

Tony & Maria 10th April 2010 - St Peter's Church, Sheringham & The Harbour Rooms, Blakeney

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 05:12:16 EDT

Tony and Maria had bright sunshine for their wedding at St Peter's Church in Sheringham followed by a reception at Blakeney Harbour Rooms. It was unusual to find that the bride turned up early and had to wait for all the guests to make their way inside before making her entrance!

On the way from the church we decided to stop at Cley-next-the-sea for some photos on the bank with the Windmill in the background before making our way to Blakeney. Although I was only there for four hours we got a great variety of shots.

David & Zoe 9th April 2010 - Sprowston Methodist Church & Broad House Hotel

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 06:51:12 EDT

A wonderful day with both James and myself in attendance. Broad House Hotel has to be one of our favourite wedding venues, the grounds have so many photo opportunities and the catering is superb!

David & Zoe had a surprise for their guests when they arrived to Broad House Hotel in style by boat with champagne in hand - I was hoping to get a lift but no such luck!

It is a tradition at the venue that every couple gets to plant a tree in the grounds - Zoe got stuck in while David stood watching - now thats not right is it?

Back from our holidays!

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:03:56 EDT

We have both been away in the last couple of weeks before the wedding season really gets in to full swing. Being a wedding photographer is a great privilege but it plays havoc with going on holiday with our family and friends. We both managed to get away for a while and have come back refreshed and raring to go. The blog will be updated on a weekly basis with news and photos from the latest weddings we have attended. You can become a follower on both facebook and twitter - links can be found at the top of this page.

Jamie & Katy 24th April 2010 - Hunter's Hall, Swanton Morley

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 07:14:45 EDT

We were at Hunter's Hall on saturday to photograph Jamie and Katy. The volcanic ash played havoc in the week and the last of their guests just managed to catch a flight back to be in attendance. We packed as much as we could in to the four hours that we attended. The hall as always looked wonderful when lit with candles and flowers.

All eye's were on the best man who had a helping hand to do his cravat!

Jamie got lifted up by the bridemaids for this photo - and they didn't drop him either!

Holkham Shoot

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:54:02 EDT

Here are the images from the recent model shoot at Holkham. A big thank you to everyone that was involved!

Alex & Andrew's engagement shoot

Tue, 06 Apr 2010 14:46:31 EDT

Wedding Show at Drayton Old Lodge

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 05:29:54 EDT

We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who turned up to see us on Sunday at the wedding show. It was just a shame that we didn't get to enjoy the amazing weather that day.

Mother's Day Family Shoot

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:22:13 EDT

Zoe & David's Engagement Shoot

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 14:11:02 EST

I have just returned from an engagement shoot in Wells-next-the-sea with numb fingers. The sunset did make for some lovely photographs of Zoe & David, but we didn't expect such a cold wind. Luckily we stuck with it and had a fun shoot. I'm bringing thicker gloves next time!

Gorgeous Cakes

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:41:24 EST

We recently had a stand at the EDP Wedding Show at the Norfolk Showground and were lucky enough to be positioned next to Vanilla Patisserie. At the end of the day we got to sample quite a lot of their cakes. Tim even went back for more, but he was trying to convince me that it was for someone else! Fortunately we didn't get too many sticky fingers on our albums. I just thought I would share a few pictures of their extraordinary cakes.

New Jorgensen Studio Range

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:24:04 EST

We have introduced a new range of albums which are a simplified version of our Jorgensen products. The reason for doing this is it allows us to offer an album which is simple but elegant and retains the quality of our handmade Jorgensen albums but at a reduced price. The albums are supplied as shown with a simple black cover and the usual high quality prints and mats which are synonymous with what Jorgensen produce. Prices for these albums start at £345 for a 15 page 9x9 inch and £495 for the 12x12 inch version. All albums come supplied as standard in a black presentation box with a choice of either a lustre, gloss or metallic photographic paper finish. We think these albums are great value for money and have already shown to be very popular at recent wedding appointments and the EDP Wedding Show that we attended at the end of February. For further information or to arrange a portfolio viewing either email or call us.

Fashion Show - behind the scenes

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:05:05 EST

Here is a sample of some of the images taken behind the scenes and during the fashion show at the Norfolk Showground this weekend gone. The models looked fantastic and a special mention to Lisa Wilson and her team and to Andrew McMeekin and his team from the Robert Owen Salon who did a superb job with the make-up and hair respectively. We very much look forward to working with them both in the future.

EDP Wedding Show at the Norfolk Showground

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 13:14:41 EST

We have just got back from the two day EDP wedding show at the Norfolk Showground. We hope everybody who visited us had a good time and we look forward to hearing from you in the forthcoming weeks. For those that didn't make it to the show we have included some pictures of how our stand looked. We will be adding some behind the scenes shots from the fashion show where we photographed Lisa Wilson and her team as they applied the make up to all the models involved. You can see more examples of Lisa's work on her website at http://www.lisa-wilson.co.uk

Mark & Karen 13th February 2010, St John Baptist Cathedral & Dunston Hall

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:35:29 EST

We have been looking forward to this wedding for ages due to the ceremony being held at St John the Baptist Cathedral in Norwich. It is such an amazing piece of architecture which was the perfect setting for the wedding of Mark and Karen. The weather threw everything at us from snow, sleet, rain and some sun! We began at Karen's mums for the bridal preparations then moved on to the cathedral before travelling to Dunston Hall for the evening reception. We managed just five minutes outside to get some shots of Mark & Karen before the heavens opened. The full gallery of these images will be on our client proofing area in a few days time.

Richard & Francesca 9th January 2010, Voewood, Norfolk

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:21:48 EST

Our first wedding of 2010 and the snow was still with us - it always results in some beautiful pictures. Here are a few of the photos from the day. We began at Voewood for Francesca's bridal preparations then moved on to All Saints Chuch, Stanhoe for the ceremony before returning again to Voewood for the evening reception. With roaring fires and great company no one was bothered by the cold weather! The full gallery of these images will be on our new client proofing area in a weeks time.

Jaya & Yaseen - 19th December 2009, Bylaugh Hall, Norfolk

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 16:27:41 EST

Winter was well and truly upon us for our last wedding of 2009. It was a beautiful day weather wise with bright blue skies contrasting with the crisp, white snow. Although cold, the snow made for some wonderful photos - even if one of us did fall over in front of everyone and got their camera covered in snow! Jaya and Yaseen looked amazing in their colourful outfits.