Wedding Photography at All Saints Church and Moor Hall Venue | Sarah & Mark | Essex Wedding Photographer www.gavinconlan.com

Friday 12th September was day Sarah and Mark became Mr. & Mrs. they had their wedding ceremony at All Saints Church in Cranham and then the wedding reception at the gorgeous Moor Hall Venue in Aveley Essex.  The weather was glorious and the whole day was amazing, it was a real joy and honour to have photographed their wedding day especially as I have known them both for years.

Before their wedding I asked Sarah and Mark a handful of questions about their wedding day;

1. What are the theme and colors of your wedding?

The colours of our wedding is pinks, purples, yellows, all bright and bold colours as we wanted a really light hearted feel to our wedding. 

2. How did you come up with your theme?

There is only a small theme running through the wedding and that is our favourite films, as Mark loves films we thought it would be a great touch.

3. Please list the name and website of the wedding professionals you’ve hired:

Church: All Saints Church in Cranham 

Officiant/Minister: Reverend Sue Brewster

Venue:  Moor Hall Venue run by Jodie Gray and her family

Photographer: Superstar Photographer the one and only Gavin Conlan (honestly I didn’t pay them to say that)

Entertainment: Stuart from Funkbox DJs

Florist: The fabulous Nicola Littlejohn 

Wedding Dress: It’s a Phil Collins dress, I found it in a shop called Laura Louise on the weekend before they closed down, the ladies in there were fab, I only popped in on the off chance as I didn’t think there would be much.  When we walked in there was only 4 dress and I thought hmmm this wont take long, may as well try on what they had (I had a rubbish experience the day before at some larger bridal stores).  The first dress I put on, perfect fit, that was the one.

Wedding Shoes: they are hand painted by Beautiful Moment she’s so talented. 

4. How did the two of you meet?

We have known each other for a long time, just never “knew” each other, socialised in the same groups but then one random day we got chatting and started to get to know each other, I think the conversation was about cheese on toast, always is food with us and then we went from there, a few dates incognito and then pretty much spent all our time together since then! 

Earlier this summer I photographed their engagement session in Finchingfield a beautiful town in Essex, you can view their photos here!

In the meantime I have included a selection of TEASER photographs for you all to enjoy while I work on their wedding day slideshow which will be available within the next 14 days.

 All the best, Gavin.

September 12th the wedding day of Sarah and Mark. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

wedding rings. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Groom getting dressed. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Groom Portrait. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride, bridesmaids and flower girl wedding dresses. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bridal bouquet. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Bride getting dressed. Wedding photography by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Interior. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride entering. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom looking back at his bride walking down the aisle. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

wedding ceremony. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

wedding ceremony. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom looking back at guest. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom putting ring on brides finger. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom putting ring on brides finger. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride putting ring on grooms finger. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom first kiss. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom walking down the aisle. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Confetti shot. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

family portrait. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom kiss next to Rolls Royce bridal car. Wedding photography at All Saints Cranham by gavin conlan photography Ltd

love sign at Moor Hall Venue. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom helping bride get out of Rolls Royce. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom kissing next to rolls royce. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

rolls royce. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

all wedding guest group photograph. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bridal portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride pointing at her wedding ring. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

father of the bride giving his speech. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom giving his speech. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

best men giving their speech. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom laughing at best men speech. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

exterior of Moor Hall Venue at Dusk. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom cutting the cake. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom having their first dance. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride dancing with her father. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

groom dancing his mother dancing. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

Moor Hall Venue exterior at night. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

friends portrait. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

bride and groom kissing. Wedding photography at Moor Hall Venue by gavin conlan photography Ltd

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Wedding Photography at Hengrave Hall | Bryony and Aaron | Gavin Conlan Suffolk Wedding Photography

Elegant, Enchanting and timeless are the words to describe the stunning location of Hengrave Hall and my word it lived up to it perfectly, you really should visit this place it's absolutely amazing.

On Saturday 21st December I had the pleasure of photographing my first wedding at Hengrave Hall, I love the Tudor style of architecture and it really excited me because of it's rich history (Queen Elizabeth once stayed there in 1578).  I love working at places which are full of history because I can use that to my advantage in the storytelling of my work, it really does give each photograph real impact.

The day was a real joy I had so much fun with everyone, they made me feel so welcome and it was an honour to capture their wedding photography.  For me it was the perfect way to end this year!!!

Thank you again and in the meantime I really hope you enjoy this small selection of photographs.

- Gavin

a classic landscape of the beautiful lake in the grounds of Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

a beautiful landscape photo of the Church in the grounds of Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

exterior of Hengrave Hall showing the detail above the main entrance. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

a beautiful detail portrait of the brides wedding dress hanging in front of the four poster bed in the bridal suite. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

beautiful detail photograph of the bridal bouquet and their engagement photograph in the bridal suite. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

a classic portrait of the groom in the boys room. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the bride and groom during their official wedding ceremony. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the bride and groom holding hands during their official ceremony. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

portrait of the groom kissing his new wife on the cheek at the end of their official ceremony. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

beautiful portrait of the bride and groom standing in front of the Christmas tree. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

stunning emotive portrait of the bride standing in front of the Christmas tree. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

beautiful portrait of the groom looking at his pocket watch standing in front of the Christmas tree. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative exterior photograph of the Church at Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative detail photograph of candles inside the Church at Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the bride and groom during their ceremony inside the stunning Church at Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

portrait of the groom holding his brides hand during the church service. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

portrait of the bride and groom kissing at the end of their wedding ceremony.  Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the bride and groom. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the bride and groom about to kiss each other. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the groom. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the groom and groom kissing outside the front of Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

a portrait of the groom with his parents and sister in front of the Christmas tree.Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative and emotive portrait of the groom with his parents, his sister and brother in law in front of the Christmas tree.Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

a portrait of the bride with her parents and her sisters in front of the Christmas tree.Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative and emotive portrait of the bride with her parents and her sisters in front of the Christmas tree. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

portrait of the all the guests in the courtyard in Hengrave Hall. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

landscape photograph of the exterior of Hengrave Hall at dusk. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative black and white portrait of the father of the bride during his speech. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative portrait of the groom during his speech. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

creative bridal portrait with the use of reflections in her red wedding posing in the bridal suite. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

create portrait of the gorgeous bride in her red wedding dress on the bed in the bridal suite. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

portrait of the bride and groom about to kiss each other during the cutting of their wedding cake. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

intimate portrait of the bride and groom during their first dance. Wedding photography at Hengrave Hall by gavin conlan photography Ltd

The Beautiful Wedding of Serene & Kurtis | Parklands Quendon Hall in Essex | Gavin Conlan Photographer | Essex Wedding Photography | www.gavinconlan.com

This past Saturday was Serene & Kurtis' Wedding at Quendon Hall in Essex.

It was such a beautiful day, in true British style the rain decided to make an appearance throughout the day but thankfully we were really lucky as it stayed dry for most of the afternoon and evening so the guests could enjoy the stunning grounds of Quendon Hall.

If you were one of the lucky ones to attend their wedding then you may of seen the images from their Paris Engagement session we photographed back in April - normally I would be showcasing the Engagement before the Wedding but i just couldn't wait to show you a selection of their Wedding images.  The Paris images will be posted within the next 3 weeks as I'm taking a well earned holiday from this Friday.

I've known Serene since approx 2008 when we did our first photo shoot together and we've kept in contact ever since and I got to know Kurtis during our couple of days in Paris enjoying the over priced Parisian alcohol.  I was so excited for their Wedding and I wasn't disappointed, I must of got a wee bit excited as I woke up Sunday morning feeling like I'd just ran a marathon my legs are now only beginning to feel normal again...

I really hope you love these images and they bring back some amazing memories from your day.

All the best - Gavin