This stunning shoot is exactly what it says on the tin...a bridal photoshoot with lots of brickwork!
Living in Barton on Sea in Hampshire I quite often walk along the clifftop and look over to the Isle of Wight and Hurst Castle. Believe me this is a view that no one could ever tire of. As an ‘On the Day’ wedding co-ordinator I am constantly on the lookout for exciting wedding venues to organise styled photoshoots. If possible, I like them to be unique and ‘out of the ordinary’, so you can imagine my excitement when Jason, the manager of Hurst Castle said ‘YES’ to me organising a shoot there.
With the striking brickwork, steel lighthouse and the stone and wrought iron staircases there was plenty of opportunity to create some stunning images. Inside the Tudor Fort the lighting was dim giving that raw and edgy appearance which I loved! It instantly screamed flickering candles, foliage and brick style props a plenty. Incorporating all of these ideas with hints of copper and teal, the team created a dramatic wedding set-up with quite a poignant feel to it.
So, to kick this blog off I am going to start with this fabulous short film by Simon from Final Cut Wedding Films. If this doesn’t make you want to read on...
We were extremely lucky to have Abi Chadwick Photographycapture our shoot . Abi’s photography style was perfect for this shoot as you will see from this stunning gallery!
This beautiful shimmery A-line Martina Liana dress was supplied by Minster Bridal Boutique...
Most people wouldn’t dream of putting a leather jacket with a wedding dress but we say...
By combining the lace and sparkle from the dress with this incredible hand-painted leather jacket from One-Off Designs, it worked really well in the castle environment.
Our model Abbey suited her striking make-up perfectly with a dramatic copper eye applied by Carina Allen-Jones Artistry. This prominent look was complimented with a beautiful copper head-crown and matching bracelet handcrafted by Ritz & Sass.The crown sat quite regal looking in a textured updo bun, also styled by Carina Allen-Jones Artistry.
Dorset Flowersbrought out the moody tones of the castle using dahlias, amaranth, scabious and antirrhinums in varying shades of deep dark red. To create a quirky twist they incorporated copper anthuriums and copper asparagus fern together with teal bunny tails.
How WOW does this look against the brickwork and candlelight?
Even better knowing the backdrop is foam free!
Making a vision come to life is certainly something Laurel Designs will do for you!
This ‘off the scale’ styling is just to die for, with draping petrol blue crushed velvet, copper pipe framework with hanging festoon lighting and gold candlesticks mixed with floral and foliage arrangements from Dorset Flowerscascading down from the table with an abundance of flickering candles, it couldn’t have worked better within the castle fort.
Keeping with the brick theme Laurel Designscreated these very effective hand-painted table numbers...
Oh, and we mustn’t forget the hand-painted copper & petrol blue stationery set on handmade paper and table menus that Laurel Designscreated...
...and the incredible statement table-plan...
A bride needs their partner to look good too!
Darren modelled a brown check tweed suit teamed with a burnt orange tie and pocket chief, all supplied by Charles Gale Formal Wear Hire.
Absolutely perfect for our brickwork colourscheme!
Two words...Buttonholes and bouquets!
Stylishly arranged by Dorset Flowers.
Q. Can you have a wedding without a cake?
A. Not when they are as magnificent as this!
Designed by Sparkle Bakesthis wedding cake embraced rich and warm tones along with sharp lines and stone effect fondant fitting the brief just perfectly. Not only that but the handcrafted sugar flowers of caramel carnations matched the flowers in the bridal bouquet...
If you just want to kick your shoes off at the end of your special day then why not swap your heels for these delicate and very pretty barefoot sandals handcrafted by Ritz and Sass...the perfect solution!
With so many little hidey holes around Hurst Castleand beautiful views all around you can capture so many different styles of photo...you really are spoilt for choice here!
The team and I were so excited to see our shoot feature on Perfect Wedding Blog...check this out!
If you book Hurst
Castle for your wedding it will definitely be a DIY wedding with a difference
and one your guests won’t forget in a hurry. When considering a DIY venue you might
find you need help on the day to ensure your big day runs smoothly, so don’t
hesitate to get in touch. I can be there with my team if you need them, to do
all those little jobs that need doing. You won’t need to worry about anything
on your big day meaning you and your friends and family can relax and enjoy your
special day together.
I hope you loved reading all about this photoshoot and seeing all the amazing images. Your comments below would be super awesome!
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