This was the first time that I had photographed a wedding in the beautiful Addington Palace in Surrey, so I was thrilled when Helen and John called me up to discuss their forthcoming wedding at this beautiful location.
As soon as I got home I did some research on this beautiful Grade II listed Palladian Style Mansion and discovered that is situated in over 150 acres of stunning countryside. The venue is available to be hired out exclusively for Weddings as well as Corporate and Private Events. As if that wasn’t more than enough it offer accommodation for your Big Day as well as seating for 150 in the Great Hall for your reception.
The ceremony was held in the Winter Garden which is a bright and airy ceremony with a lovely big glass window at the end that floods the room with natural diffused light that is perfect for photography. Originally The Winter Garden was designed to be a Smoking Saloon for gentlemen (how time’s have changed!), however it was later converted into the Winter Garden as it is now known by architect Archibald Howley. It was an intimate ceremony attended by Helen and John’s closest family and friends. After the ceremony we all headed outside to be greeting by some beautiful sunshine where we took the majority of the photos. Helen and John wanted to pop round to the front of the Palace where just by chance a stunning Austin Martin DB6 was parked and we ‘borrowed’ it for a couple of photos!
The wedding reception was held in the stunning Great Hall. It has a capacity of up to 300 people where you sit amongst and admire silk wall coverings, amazing marble chimney and gaze up at the beautiful French chandeliers.
Helen and John wanted a mix of photography styles, and to have a varied style of prints as possible to celebrate their day. Helen and John asked me to concentrate on reportage style photography, shooting each moment of their big day as it occurred. I love reportage style photography because it’s all about seeking out the beauty in every moment, and immortalising those special moments that people will want to look back on in times to come.
About Addington Palace
The palace is a beautiful place to work as a shooter, with history and charm oozing from every corner. The walls are lined with wood panels, the ceilings are covered in intricate detailing, and there are film and of literal interest lining the walls.
Please don’t hesitate to communicate me to talk about reportage or natural style photography at Addington Palace in Croydon, Surrey.
I am passionate about recording the passions of the day, and pride myself on recording the in between moments – the eyes meeting across a crowded room, the reassuring smiles, and the loving hand holds. These are the moments that truly make your marriage unique, the unscripted moments that showcase for everyone the love and happiness you feel as you start your wedded lives.
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After looking at several dozen photographers websites, and even meeting a few we came across Whitehill Weddings. He was very professional and talked us through all the options available and gave us a bespoke package that John and I were very happy with. His photo albums looked lovely and really showcased the quality of his photography. We were thrilled with our photos and will be recommending Whitehill Weddings to friends and family.
Helen & John