Amy & Alex's Big Splash Of A Day

August, with its long long days of shimmering heat and stifling humidity, lazing around with family and friends in bubbly conversation, enjoying cool drinks on the lawn: where o where art thou? Poor Amy and Alex, they might have paddled their way from St Peter's and St Paul's in Flitwick to Moreteyne Manor. The torrential rain played the role of uninvited guest at yet another of this year's weddings. But you know what? It couldn't put a dampener on Amy and Alex's big day, not a bit of it! The wet stuff may have been tumbling out of the sky, but this was undoubtedly one of the most cheerful weddings I've had the pleasure of photographing.

Moreteyne Manor is chosen by wedding couples for many reasons. It's a lovely venue with friendly and attentive staff. Shame we couldn't get many pictures in the garden, but this flyer served as a splendid backdrop for Amy and Alex's rings:



Amy looked absolutely stunning in her bridal gown:



As the time to leave for the church approached, she shared a tender moment with Dad:



Meanwhile, Alex's mum checked all was well with his outfit as he awaited Amy's arrival:



It was necessarily a bit of a dash for Amy and Dad along the church footpath, ably assisted by beautiful bridesmaid Catherine and a thoughtful chauffer:



The shelter of the church was much appreciated by all and a bit of hearty singing soon allowed everyone to set aside any concerns about the weather. It was an excellent service, conducted with great humour by the parish vicar:



I usually shoot the newly-weds in the church door whie standing outside, but this perspective is a great variation on that theme. It was a special moment as Amy and Alex emerged as husband and wife:



Once the wedding party was safely under cover at Moreteyne Manor, we took a series of portraits at the main entrance. At this point, I should thank Dave for being kind enough to hold a brolly over my camera so I could capture my images without worrying about water getting into the lens. Dave, you did a great job - as this, my favourite image of the day, shows:



What can I say about Ben and James, Alex's Best Men and brothers? It's best to let this photograph do the talking, I think. This was a part of their speech that they gave, expressing their feelings for Alex "through the medium of modern dance":



... which Alex appeared to appreciate:



Finally, in the early evening, I took a few extra portraits of Amy and Alex as their evening guests arrived. I think Alex was still thinking about the modern dance when I took this one:



Not sure what Amy had on her mind here - if you know, answers on a postcard to Amy and Alex, Deepest Devon:



And so ended another wonderful wedding party. Amy and Alex had a fantastic day, and I'm sure they'll enjoy a great marriage together - it was to all who attended that they are cut out perfectly for one another. Congratulations to you both on tying the knot and my very best wishes for a long and happy life together.

David