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Bridal fashion and beauty trends 2024
In 2024, bridal fashion and beauty trends are expected to reflect a blend of timeless elegance with contemporary twists. Here are some anticipated trends: Sustainable and Ethical Choices: With an increasing focus on sustainability, eco-friendly fabrics, and ethical...
Wedding photography can be expensive. Is it worth it ?
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It's no wonder that couples want to capture every single magical moment of their special day. However, many couples are often not prepared for the cost of hiring a professional wedding photographer....
Bedruthan Hotel Wedding
Mel and Mat booked their small wedding at Bedruthan Hotel. The Hotel is located on the North Coast of Cornwall between Newquay and Padstow. A short walk down the hill and you will arrive at Mawgan Porth beach. Mat and Mel chose this particular hotel as they had...
Colehayes Park – Matt Spooner Wedding Photography – Devon Wedding Photographer
Tanya Marsland 1 review · 3 photos 3 months ago- Matt is an amazing photographer, he really listened to what we wanted and personalised our experience from the moment we met him to going through our photos with us after the wedding. He took the time to get to know us...
Tunnels Beaches – Matt Spooner Wedding Photography – Devon wedding photographer
I was the best man at a wedding in Tunnels Beaches, Ilfracombe Devon. We didn't have the best weather but that didn't stop Matt from capturing a beautiful day. He was well organised and communicated well with the wedding party to keep the photos natural and relaxed....
Salcombe Wedding Photographer – Matt Spooner Wedding Photography – Devon Wedding Photographer
Wow, wow, wow!!! What can I say?! Matt made the most amazing day for my niece Jayde’s wedding at Salcombe hotel and spa by taking the photos,Such a professional photographer and so accommodating. Every little detail was captured ,he didn't miss a thing. He was...
How long will my wedding photography take-
After a wedding a question that usually follows within the first week is an email asking when the photos will be ready - When I capture your day and people see me photographing at the wedding. This is only just the start for me - After the wedding is when the hard...
Wedding day Tips – Have you found the perfect wedding dress –
First Things First - Spend a few weeks looking at wedding dress websites, this will give you a general idea of prices and styles - Start looking sooner rather than later it will give you an idea of what you like and what suits you - Set a budget - It can take up to...
Wedding Day Tips – Brides Embrace The Rain –
Positive outlook - For couples, rain on their wedding day is their worst nightmare. unfortunately, for couples getting married in the UK, the possibility of rain is high, no matter the time of year. With a little forward thinking, planning and a positive outlook,...
Wedding Day Tips – Holding your bouquet whilst walking down the Aisle and standing at the Wedding Altar —
Holding your bouquet - Want yo look elegant & get those great pictures - Hold your bouquet low. Even if this might feel unnatural at first, holding your bouquet lower will make your arms and torso look better Walk at a slow pace & enjoy the moment Look around...
Wedding Day Tips – Four things a bride needs for good luck on her wedding day
It comes from the Old English rhyme - 1 - Something Olde 2 - Something New 3 - Something Borrowed 4 - Something Blue A Sixpence in your Shoe which names the four good luck objects (plus a sixpence to bring prosperity) a bride should include somewhere in her wedding...
Best time of day for Location Portraits – Want Natural Light Photography ?
During the winter months - The sun sets a bit faster so the ideal time for wedding portraits is two hours before sunset. In the summer months, one hour before sunset is fine. Natural Photography - Everyone wants natural photography. I would love to shoot natural...
Wedding Day Tips – Who buys the formal wear for Bridesmaids and Groomsmen –
Tips - Who buys the formal wear - Bridesmaids/Men - This totally depends on circumstances but generally I think its normal for the bride to pay for transportation to and from the venue for the bridesmaids. Also the bride will cover the cost of the bouquets. The bride...
Here is a Tip – How to attach a buttonhole on your Wedding Day
Here’s little tip - This is the question without fail I get at every wedding - Its pretty much the same routine for me at each wedding & it goes something like this - The men pick up their buttonholes, turn & look at each other, they then turn and look at me....
Devon Wedding Photographer – Am I the photographer for you-
Whilst I would like to photograph anyone and everyone I also need to be the right photographer for you. My style of photography and pictures I produce need to be to your taste. I really appreciate when people message me and say "how much they love my style of...
Devon Wedding Photographer – How I try to please my clients
On a Wedding Day I try to think what would my clients want from me ? • I want to capture you at your best angle. I try hard to place women & men in a position that will show you their best features and flatter them. I like natural photography but I will at times...
Devon Wedding Photographer – Big Day Regrets
Regrets couples have about their wedding day- Unfortunately not hiring a professional Wedding Photographer is extremely up there as one of the most common. After spending months to even years planning your venue. Arranging flowers, choosing suits and brides maids...