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Old Kent Barn - Lauryn and James

Lauryn and James celebrated their laid-back wedding at the beautiful Old Kent Barn, just outside Canterbury.

Lauryn and James celebrated their laid-back wedding at the beautiful Old Kent Barn, just outside Canterbury.

With the sun shining all day, they enjoyed an intimate ceremony in the stunning garden setting. After an epic confetti moment and some relaxed group shots, guests joined the couple for the wedding breakfast and a round of heartfelt speeches.

Once the speeches wrapped up, I took Lauryn and James for a short walk around the grounds for some natural, relaxed portraits. We made it back just in time for an amazing first dance and a packed, high-energy dancefloor.

As golden hour arrived, I whisked them away once more to capture a few final portraits in that perfect evening light.

Here are a few of my favourite moments:

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Alex and David's Wedding at Westerham Golf Club

Alex and David’s wedding at Westerham Golf Club was a beautiful celebration that brought together both British and Romanian traditions.

Alex and David’s wedding at Westerham Golf Club was a beautiful celebration that brought together both British and Romanian traditions.

The day began with a heartfelt ceremony at St Nicholas Church in Chislehurst. After a confetti-filled exit, the couple made their way in style to Westerham Golf Club to continue the celebrations.

Following the wedding breakfast, the rain finally eased off, giving us the perfect opportunity to explore the grounds for some relaxed, natural portraits across the course.

Back at the venue, the evening kicked off with a packed dancefloor—blending classic wedding anthems with plenty of energetic Romanian dancing, creating an epic atmosphere!

Here are a few of my favourite moments:

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Lucy and Alex's Relaxed Wedding at the Secret Gardens

Lucy and Alex held their relaxed and intimate wedding at the beautiful Secret Gardens in Ashford, Kent.

Lucy and Alex held their relaxed and intimate wedding at the beautiful Secret Gardens in Ashford, Kent.

The weather couldn’t have been better — sunshine from start to finish, right through to a golden sunset in the evening. The day began with a ceremony at a local church in Hythe, a place that held a lot of sentimental meaning for the couple. After a lovely confetti moment outside the church, everyone made the short journey over to the Secret Gardens to continue the celebrations.

Guests made the most of the sunshine, enjoying the peaceful surroundings before heading in for the wedding breakfast and a brilliant round of speeches. As the evening drew in, we slipped away for some relaxed portraits around the grounds — the light was perfect and the gardens made for a stunning backdrop.

After the first dance, the sun gave us one last gift — the dreamiest golden hour, perfect for capturing a few more quiet moments before the dancefloor filled.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments from their day:

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Charlie and Tom's Wedding at the Barnyard

Charlie and Tom’s wedding at The Barnyard near Sittingbourne was the perfect blend of intimacy, fun, and summer sunshine.

Charlie and Tom’s wedding at The Barnyard near Sittingbourne was the perfect blend of intimacy, fun, and summer sunshine.

The ceremony took place inside the barn, with sunlight streaming in to set the scene for a truly special “I do.” Afterwards, guests enjoyed the warm weather with ice creams in hand before settling in for the wedding breakfast and a round of speeches that had everyone laughing (and a little teary too).

Alongside second shooter, Meg Mari Photography, I stole a few quiet moments with the couple for some laid-back portraits in the orchard. Later, just after their first dance, we headed out once more to make the most of the dreamy golden hour light.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments from their beautiful day:

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Rosie and Zach's Wedding at the Ferry House

Rosie and Zach celebrated their wedding at the Ferry House, tucked away on the Sheerness coast in Kent.

Rosie and Zach celebrated their wedding at the Ferry House, tucked away on the Sheerness coast in Kent.

Despite a mix of rain and wind, nothing could dampen the mood. With a few perfectly timed dry spells, guests soaked up the coastal views while we grabbed some relaxed portraits along the shoreline.

Once the speeches wrapped up, Rosie and Zach hit the dance floor with their guests, kicking off a full-throttle evening of celebration.

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Kassie and Josh’s Wedding at Old Kent Barn

Kassie and Josh celebrated their laid-back wedding on a beautiful summer’s day at the Old Kent Barn, just outside Canterbury.

Kassie and Josh celebrated their laid-back wedding on a beautiful summer’s day at the Old Kent Barn, just outside Canterbury.

With Kassie’s loved ones flying in from across the Atlantic, the day was filled with sunshine, joy, and plenty of heartfelt moments in the Barn’s gorgeous gardens.

After a personal and emotional ceremony, followed by some touching speeches, we snuck away during golden hour for a few calm, candid portraits of the two of them.

Here are just a few favourites from their day:

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Rachel and Jon's Summer Twilight Wedding at the Secret Gardens

Rachel and Jon celebrated their beautiful twilight wedding at The Secret Garden in Ashford, Kent—and the weather couldn’t have been better for it.

Rachel and Jon celebrated their beautiful twilight wedding at The Secret Garden in Ashford, Kent—and the weather couldn’t have been better for it. With the evening sun beaming down, Rachel made a show-stopping entrance alongside her bridal party in a classic Mustang, setting the tone for a relaxed yet stylish celebration.

After a heartfelt ceremony and a few group shots, guests were wowed by the incredible magic of Spencer Wood before hitting the dancefloor for an unforgettable DJ and live saxophone set.

As the light softened, myself and May Media stole the couple away for some golden hour portraits within the stunning gardens—an ideal setting for capturing some truly relaxed and romantic moments. The night was perfectly rounded off with a sparkler exit, giving this magical day the perfect send-off.

Here are a few of my favourite moments!

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Katie and Ben's Summer Wedding at the Orangery

Katie and Ben made the journey back from Australia for their wedding at the stunning Orangery in Maidstone—and they brought the sunshine with them!

Katie and Ben made the journey back from Australia for their wedding at the stunning Orangery in Maidstone—and they brought the sunshine with them!

Their day was an absolute joy to capture, full of vibrant energy, heartfelt moments, and unforgettable details. From beautiful floral arrangements to a jaw-dropping fireworks display, every part of the celebration struck the perfect balance between fun and intimacy.

A brilliant mix of suppliers helped bring their vision to life, including a live illustrator and a saxophonist who kept the atmosphere buzzing. Myself and Jack to Jack Media were there from start to finish, capturing every moment—right through to Katie and Ben’s stylish departure at the end of the night.

Here are a few of my favourite moments!

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Ann and Andreas' Greek Cypriot Wedding at Westerham Golf Club

Ann and Andreas’ spring Greek Cypriot wedding was such a pleasure to capture – a day filled with tradition, love, and the coming together of two wonderful families.

Ann and Andreas’ spring wedding was such a pleasure to capture – a day filled with tradition, love, and the coming together of two wonderful families.

The day began at Andreas’ parents’ home in North Kent with the Stolisma – a traditional ritual where the Koumbaro (best man) shaves the groom, followed by the Zosimon and Kapnisman ceremonies. It was a touching start to the day, surrounded by close family and friends.

From there, everyone made their way to the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Constantine and Helen in South London. This church is truly breathtaking and made for an incredible setting for their heartfelt ceremony.

The celebration continued at Westerham Golf Club, where guests from both Andreas’ Greek Cypriot and Ann’s Malaysian backgrounds came together in the most joyful way. There was such a warm and vibrant atmosphere throughout the day.

After the wedding breakfast and some lovely speeches, we stepped outside just in time for golden hour. The soft evening light made for some relaxed and natural portraits of the couple, which turned out to be some of my favorites from the day.

The evening wrapped up with energetic Greek dancing – a lively way to end an unforgettable celebration.

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Anna and Ryan's Spring Wedding at the Secret Gardens

Anna and Ryan celebrated their beautiful wedding at the enchanting Secret Gardens, tucked away near Ashford in the heart of Kent.

Anna and Ryan celebrated their beautiful wedding at the enchanting Secret Gardens, tucked away near Ashford in the heart of Kent.

With the sun shining down, the couple exchanged vows in a heartfelt outdoor ceremony surrounded by their closest family and friends. The laid-back atmosphere continued as guests soaked up the sunshine, enjoying lawn games and drinks in the idyllic garden setting.

Following a round of moving — and often hilarious — speeches, the videographer and I whisked Anna and Ryan away for some relaxed portraits amid the blooming gardens.

As the evening started, the celebration truly kicked off. An incredible 8-piece band brought the energy, and it wasn’t long before the dance floor was packed — and stayed that way all night.

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Kirsty and Kieron's Twilight Wedding at the Barnyard

This past spring, Kirsty and Kieron celebrated their beautifully laid-back twilight wedding at The Barnyard in Sittingbourne, Kent.

This past spring, Kirsty and Kieron celebrated their beautifully laid-back twilight wedding at The Barnyard in Sittingbourne, Kent.

The weather couldn’t have been more perfect for their outdoor ceremony—bathed in soft, golden evening light as they exchanged their vows.

With the relaxed pace of a twilight celebration, Jack from Jack Media (video) and I had the chance to whisk the newlyweds away after their confetti moment for a wander through the orchard, capturing some relaxed portraits.

As the sun dipped behind the trees, the energy turned up and the real fun began! From twinkling sparklers to surprise dinosaur costumes, these guys knew how to throw a party.

Here are just a few of my favourite frames from their unforgettable wedding:

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Emma and Josh's Wedding at the Hotel du Vin

Emma and Josh tied the knot on a beautiful spring day in early April, celebrating their wedding at the stylish Hotel du Vin in Tunbridge Wells.

Emma and Josh tied the knot on a beautiful spring day in early April, celebrating their wedding at the stylish Hotel du Vin in Tunbridge Wells.

Having legally wed in a private ceremony a few days earlier, the couple chose to mark the occasion with a heartfelt, emotional service led by none other than Josh’s uncle — a truly personal touch that made the day even more special.

After a joyful flurry of confetti and a few relaxed group shots, guests basked in the sunshine, soaking up the springtime vibes before heading in for the wedding breakfast and some memorable speeches.

As the day began to melt into evening, we were treated to the most incredible golden hour – perfect for capturing some laid-back couple portraits. Then it was time to hit the dancefloor and kick off the evening celebrations in style.

Here are just a few of my favourite moments from their day:

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Bernadeta and Tomas' Wedding at the Friars

Bernadeta and Tomas's wedding unfolded on a scorcher in early April. With the sun shining brightly, the couple exchanged vows at St. Francis Catholic Church in Maidstone. After the heartfelt ceremony, guests made their way to the wedding breakfast at Pilgrims Hall at the Friars.

Bernadeta and Tomas's wedding unfolded on a scorcher in early April. With the sun shining brightly, the couple exchanged vows at St. Francis Catholic Church in Maidstone. After the heartfelt ceremony, guests made their way to the wedding breakfast at Pilgrims Hall at the Friars.

During the speeches, a delightful surprise emerged as Bernadeta and Tomas announced they were expecting their first child, much to the astonishment of family and friends—only the Maid of Honour and Best Man were in on the secret. To add to the excitement, they planned a gender reveal just before their first dance.

Before the celebration kicked off, I whisked the couple away for some relaxed golden hour photos. Upon returning to their guests, they discovered that they would be having a little girl. Following this joyous news, the party began in earnest, briefly interrupted for a fun sparklers display.

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Aukse and Connor's Spring Wedding at the Ravenswood

In early March 2025, Aukse and Connor held their intimate wedding at the Ravenswood, situated in East Grinstead.

In early March 2025, Aukse and Connor held their intimate wedding at the Ravenswood, situated in East Grinstead.

The weather was perfect for the celebration, with the sun shinning, allowing the couple to tie the knot outside next to the venue’s castleesque tower.

Following the service, guests enjoyed the early spring weather, whilst myself and Jack to Jack Media sneaked the couple away for some relaxed portraits.

As the day turned to night, these guys celebrated with sparklers before hitting the dancefloor to throw some epic shapes.

Here are a few of my favourite frames from the day:

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Ana and Sam's Wedding at Reach Court Farm

Ana and Sam held their wedding at Reach Court Farm, situated in St. Margaret's.

Ana and Sam held their wedding at Reach Court Farm, situated in St. Margaret's.

Due to the heavy rain, these guys had an intimate indoor service, with plenty of happy tears being captured, as they read their personalised vows and a letter was read out, written by Ana’s late Grandfather.

Following the service, these guys went off for a drive in a vintage VW Campervan, whilst guests enjoyed the saxphone music.

After the wedding breakfast, the rain stopped allowing for confetti, which was was followed by an absolute epic golden hour.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from the day!

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Alice and Kerry's Twilight Wedding in Deal

Alice and Kerry held their wedding celebrations in the town of Deal situated along the Kent coast.

Alice and Kerry held their wedding celebrations in the town of Deal situated along the Kent coast.

This awesome duo held their relaxed ceremony at Deal Town Hall, which was followed by a drinks reception at the venue.

Following oysters and champagne, the couple and their guests walked along the seafront and down the pier to the Deal Pier Kitchen.

Following some epic speeches and a couple of nightime portraits, the party got started!

Here are a few of my favourite moments from the afternoon:

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Alex and Marc's Wedding at Great Higham Barn

Alex and Marc held their super relaxed wedding at Great Higham Barn, situated in Sittingbourne, Kent.

Alex and Marc held their super relaxed wedding at Great Higham Barn, situated in Sittingbourne, Kent.

These two legally married the day prior at the local Registry Office but celebrated at the Barn with their closet friends and family. The service was delivered by a friend, with their little boy (the ring bearer) being involved throughout.

Once the service was done, these guys enjoyed the last of the summer sun around the grounds, followed by some epic speeches during the wedding breakfast.

Whilst guests enjoyed the live music, we sneaked off for some relaxed couple portraits, followed by the first dance and the party starting.

As we had an awesome sunset, before leaving, we caught the last 10 mins of light for some more stunning couple shots.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from the day:

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Jess and Ant's Wedding at Judd's Folly

This epic couple held their wedding at Judd’s Folly situated in Faversham, Kent.

This epic couple held their wedding at Judd’s Folly situated in Faversham, Kent.

Despite non stop rain in the week leading up to the big day, the sky remained clear, allowing these two to hold their service outside in front of miles of meadows surrounding Faversham.

This day was full of laughter and fun and following the wedding breakfast, these guys had an epic line-up of speeches. Particular note should be given to the bridesmaids (who, like the bride, are nurses), with lock-down inspired pan banging and wrapping Ant up in bandages (as he is constantly breaking different bones, most recently during a dance off on his stag do!).

Following the speeches, we sneaked off some relaxed couple photos near the meadows, which was followed by an awesome first dance. After this, the party really got going!

What a photographer!!!

We had Matt capture our wedding, he is faultless! Very welcoming and easy to get along with. He goes the extra mile to ensure that you will get the best photos possible, showed up to our venue early, just to scope the area for the best possible locations for photos, which made the whole experience run smoothly.

Matt will disappear into the background, making you forget that you even have a photographer there, from doing this he captures incredible photos that you don’t even realise are being taken.

I would highly recommend Matt to anyone that is looking for a photographer for their wedding!
— Ant Mitchell
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Chloe and Lloyd's Twilight Wedding at the Barnyard

Chloe and Lloyd held their twilight wedding at the end of the summer at the Barnyard, situated near Sittingbourne.

Chloe and Lloyd held their twilight wedding at the end of the summer at the Barnyard, situated near Sittingbourne.

The weather was absolutely perfect, with Chloe arriving just as the sun started to set over the Kent Downs. Following an emotional outdoor service and a handful of group shots, I took this awesome duo off to catch the last moments of sunlight in the orchard surrounding the venue.

After this, the party got going, with some hilarious and heart felt speeches, followed by an evening buffet.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from the afternoon.

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Katie and Tolis' Greek Wedding in Deal

Katie and Tolis held their wedding service at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Margate, Kent

Katie and Tolis held their wedding service at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael in Margate, Kent. This is truly the most beautiful church I’ve had the pleasure of photographing and this awesome duo initially held a legal ceremony followed by a Greek religious service.

Following the service, Katie and Tolis and their guests jumped onto a bus and travelled to The Coach, situated on the outskirts of Deal, Kent.

Following confetti and a Greek inspired buffet, myself and Jack to Jack Media took these guys off in the car to a nearby spot for the last 20 mins of sunlight, to capture some relaxed portraits.

Once we got back, the party really got started, with Greek dancing immediately following the first dance.

Here are a few of my favourite moments from this amazing afternoon:

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