Exton Park is not normally open to the public but does host weddings in the Roman Catholic chapel. The superb Hall provides a spectacular backdrop for any wedding and it was here that Jenna and Luis decided to hold their wedding. The groom Luis and his family travelled from Mexico and I discovered later that the Mexicans really know how to enjoy themselves.
The chapel is at the right hand end of the hall and I photographed Luis here before the arrival of the main guests. I told him that this shot was for his Mum who would want it on her mantlepiece. He agreed.
Whilst the guests were ushered into the chapel I kept a look-out for the arrival of the bride. I had an idea for a shot of the car rounding the corner and my patience was rewarded with this shot.
I think it’s always nice to get a shot of the bride’s father helping his daughter out of the car and then escorting her to the church.
Jenna as she’s just about to go into the chapel.
Now the priest was very helpful and was quite happy for me to photograph during the ceremony from wherever I liked. But I prefer to keep it low-key and try to be as discrete as possible. Try telling the Mexicans. They wanted to video and photograph the whole ceremony too. Which actually made for a nice friendly family atmosphere. Isn’t his what you want at a wedding?
The priest was just checking what was next in the ceremony and the groom’s sister decided to take a few shots of her own. Try doing that in some churches.
Ahhh! The first kiss.
After the ceremony we took advantage of the fine weather to do some formal groups – the Mexicans are big on formal groups so that took a while. Then we had the traditional confetti throwing which everyone enjoyed.
And then Luis decided to sweep his new bride off her feet – literally – and run off with her up the steps to the hall. A feat of strength and endurance I greatly admired as I was having a job just getting myself up the steps without stopping for oxygen.
Phew!
The guests were packed off to the reception which allowed myself and the couple to have our quiet time together.
Off to the reception. Now this year I’ve had an unprecedented number of musical grooms who have serenaded their brides. This time it was one for the girls as Jenna sang for Luis.
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