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Anglesey wedding photographer on tour

I was an Anglesey wedding photographer on tour, all the way to Cornwall infact.

Natalie was to marry Andy in Andy’s home town of St. Agnes, Cornwall. I’ve known Natalie for many years, since she was a little girl. It was lovely to be with my friends on such an important day.

Anglesey wedding photographer in St. Agnes

Nat and Andy live overseas and so asked Elle Winsor-Grime from The Artful Event Company to coordinate, style, plan and generally pull everything together for their day. The theme was Beauty and The Beast; the Carters have been visiting Disney World all the while I’ve known them. You will notice very gentle hints at the theme, it was accomplished beautifully. Everything floral was provided by florist Louabel Floral Design.

The ceremony took place in the village of St. Agnes and them we all went to Nancarrow Farm in Zelah. Don’t hesitate to book this venue if you’re planning a wedding in Cornwall, it was magical and so were the staff, they were welcoming and we felt really looked after. You’ll notice a nod towards Raffles, the oldest hotel in Singapore. Nat and Andy live in Singapore and so Elle recreated the Long Bar for them, Singapore Slings were mixed for the guests.

I was grateful to my second shooter Stephen Heaton for coming all the way to Cornwall.

If you like the way I’ve told the story of Natalie and Andy’s day then please contact me here and we can talk about your wedding.

A pre-wed shoot in Cornwall

26th February 2019 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In My Latest Work

How about a nosey at a lovely pre-wed shoot in Cornwall?

Nat and Andy live overseas and I live on Anglesey as you know so we shoe horned the shoot in the day before the wedding. I’m glad we did. It was an opportunity for me to meet Andy and for them to prepare themselves for what was to come, the very next day.

If you like my photography please do get in touch to talk about your wedding photography. You can contact me here.

A Pentre Halkyn Wedding, Flintshire

7th February 2019 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In My Latest Work

To keep the rain at bay from this glorious Pentre Halkyn wedding, chillis were hung from the trees.

Have you heard of that before? Me neither. Infact that may well be a project for myself; to explore old wives tales attached to weddings. This one worked though, it was a very beautiful day.

A Pentre Halkyn wedding at home

Harriet’s family were hosting the day. The front lawn made an ideal spot for the marquee. Mathew and his groomsmen met at The Britannia Inn, a short walk from church. I always think it’s quite cool for the groom to walk to church, chatting and bumping into guests on the way.

The stand out part of the day was the choreographed first dance. On a couple’s first visit to me I joke that a big choreographed number would be fantastic. I can count on one hand how many people actually do this. Fear not, I shoot stills so a great deal of movement isn’t required. I would encourage a few twirls though, get practising!

If you like how I’ve captured Harriet and Mathew’s day then please contact me here to talk about how I can help you.

An intimate Chateau Rhianfa Wedding

27th January 2019 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In Chateau Rhianfa wedding / My Latest Work

An intimate Chateau Rhianfa wedding. Perfect really. I have a bride, a groom and we’re at one of Anglesey’s most romantic venues. James and Sarah chose to have an intimate wedding day followed by a party the next evening in their home town of Chester.

James had organised and prepared everything. Forget the programme ‘Don’t tell the bride’, this guy knows his bride and he was utterly selfless in his choices. Also, they had a ‘first look’. I’ve never experienced one before. This is where the bride and groom see one another before the ceremony; a private moment, oh, apart from me that is but I can be discreet.

Showers in Chateau Rhianfa’s grounds

It didn’t matter, we had a big white umbrella, which is a lovely prop. Early on in the wedding season I have two and then inevitably I will lose one somewhere along the way. The umbrella bounces light around and Sarah and James had no choice but to get even closer.

These images show tender moments between two lovely young people. I hadn’t met them before today, James had made all arrangements over the phone. I am constantly amazed that on such an emotional occasion, folk are prepared to listen to me, take direction and trust me to document their feelings. Truly, I am astonished and grateful I might add.

The next evening we were at Chester racecourse, a new venue for me. Actually we were at the 1539 restaurant which overlooks the racecourse. With limited time it’s challenging to view a location, come up with ideas and execute those ideas immediately. This is the most exhilarating part of my job and I love it.

If you’re planning your wedding and like the way I’ve told Sarah and James’s wedding day story then please do contact me. We can talk through your ideas and I can tell you how best to use my time. Contact me here or e-mail: gill@gilljonesphotography.co.uk or look through my website: www.gilljonesphotography.co.uk

An Anglesey Farm wedding

24th January 2019 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In My Latest Work / Wedding at Home

An Anglesey farm wedding, how very exciting, on lots of levels as it turned out.

Catrin is a planner, she’s a busy lady and plans way in advance. I love a plan, I like organisation, we were going to get along. Catrin had some quite specific requests. She showed me photograph albums belonging to Carwyn’s family. She wanted to reproduce some of these images on their wedding day. A really nice touch I thought.

A fabulous Anglesey farm wedding

This was a huge wedding, people from all generations were invited. I do love the chat amongst the guests as they eagerly wait for the bride to arrive, all very Les Dawson. Buckets of confetti are popular these days, I’m all for them. Grab a handful and off we go, no packaging, no ‘salt and pepper’ sprinkling of confetti. Catrin’s confetti was scented, another nice touch.

The significance of the wind turbine in the photographs? Catrin and Carwyn had fought hard to obtain one and together they’d triumphed. Appropriate it should appear in their wedding gallery. Actually these two are a force to be reckoned with, they’re just so exciting to be around, I have a feeling I’ll be photographing them again.

You can see Catrin and Carwyn’s pre-wed shoot amongst my engagement gallery here. If you’d like to contact me regarding your wedding please do. You can contact me here or at gill@gilljonesphotography.co.uk

Other spectacular folk that helped make the day go smoothly were: Second shooter: Stephen Heaton, Fflur Hogan – Makeup artist, Julia Nicholls – Hair, Ty Blodau – Flowers, Wedding Belles – Dress, Marquee by Peak Marquee

An Anglesey wedding at home

24th January 2019 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In Anglesey Wedding Photography / My Latest Work

An Anglesey wedding at home. I was always going to enjoy this day. It’s such a bonus when there are familiar folk about. I photographed Laura’s brother’s wedding last year. We’re all friends and that felt good.

An Anglesey wedding in June

Unfortunately Laura and Rob’s minister was unavailable and so she had been replaced. “I don’t like surprises” said Laura. They were in safe hands though, Kev the Rev. stepped in. I’m always delighted if Revd. Kevin Ellis takes a wedding ceremony. I’d describe him as being a little left field. He’ll always deliver a ceremony to remember, let’s face it, who wants dull? I told Laura that her friends would love it. You’ll notice the images of Laura and Rob drinking red wine during the service. Red wine, white dress, what could go wrong? I’d noticed the hamper and waited for this part of the ceremony to unfold. (Nothing went wrong).

My favourite images (at the moment) from a wedding are the happy hugs and kisses which take place just after the ceremony. They’re magic. These folk have come a long way to see you, of course they want a piece of you.

We’re located in the north west of Anglesey. I was treated to a new beach; to me anyhow. It’s Laura and Rob’s beach. We all have a beach to call our own on Anglesey. There was just one family on the beach today and they were delighted with the spectacle we created for them.

The confetti throw had been postponed for Laura and Rob’s first walk up their drive as husband and wife. The bestman and ushers had taken their job seriously and we received the all clear to arrive.

Serious celebrations could now begin. Everyone enjoyed a long, lazy summer’s evening and it was blissful.

If you’re planning your wedding and like the way I’ve told Laura and Rob’s wedding day story then please do contact me. We can talk through your ideas and I can tell you how best to use my time. Contact me here or e-mail: gill@gilljonesphotography.co.uk or look through my website: www.gilljonesphotography.co.uk

Other lovely suppliers who helped the day go with a whizz bang were: Make up artist: Rhiannon Pritchard, Laura’s own hairdresser Tracey Jane from Cemaes was responsible for the beautiful french pleat. Wedding Cake: Charlie’s Cakes, Flowers by Acacia, Catering by Popty Pen Uchaf, Marquee by Peak Marquee and Bar by Smooth Mobile Bars

A Perfect Pentrehobyn Hall Wedding

11th December 2018 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

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It really was a perfect Pentrehobyn Hall wedding. Infact, this was a perfect wedding day, new territory for me too and I loved it!

A date to remember at this Pentrehobyn Hall wedding

It’s sad when guests disappear into their mobile phones but today it was understandable. Today was a royal wedding day, Harry and Meghan were to be married at noon. Thankfully Steph and Luke’s ceremony was a bit later so we’d all had our fix of Meghan’s dress (and David Beckham arriving) by the time 1.30pm came around.

Sizzle

There was something in the air, something indefinable but this occasion sizzled with excitement. Actually there was an abundance of emotion too. Do look at the moment Steph arrives into the ceremony room. Luke’s bestman is there for him. The image after that shows us how emotional this point in the day can be, look at everyone’s faces. There’s the magic!

Next year will be my tenth year photographing weddings. I’ve heard many many speeches. Oh my, Luke’s best men delivered the most embarrassing speech I’ve heard. My jaw was on the floor but it didn’t stop me from pressing the shutter. Check out the guests’ expressions.

Bearing in mind that this venue is in Mold I don’t feel guilty about raving about Steph & Luke’s choice of entertainment. They’d booked DJ Will Madden via Six15 Events. The party lifted to a different level as soon as Will began. Worth considering for your own celebration?

I definitely want to spend more time at this venue, I’ll be at their wedding fayre in March 2019. If you like the way I’ve told Steph and Luke’s story then please do contact me here so we can talk through your wedding day photography.

Other super duper suppliers on the day were: Food by Catherine Skates, Flowers by Bluebells in LlanfairPG, Cake by Hayley’s Piped Dreams, Make up by Alexandra Clare, Hair by Sarah from Headmasters, Llandudno.

A Spring time wedding at Llyn Gwynant Barns

26th November 2018 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In My Latest Work

Spring time in the mountains and a wedding at Llyn Gwynant Barns? What a treat for your guests. What a treat for you! You’re with your favourite people, beautiful food, you’re looking radiant, you’re in love…..

A wedding at Llyn Gwynant Barns, a first for me

All good things as they say….. and sure enough Ffion and Mat approached me to photograph their wedding at this popular venue. It’s good to pop a sought after venue in your portfolio.

Location, location, location

Llyn Gwynant Barns is situated in the most glorious location. It’s a campsite (think again, this is a nice one), with barns that you hire and dress yourself. You organise your own caterers; Popty Pen Uchaf (find them on Facebook) organised Ffion & Mat’s food. I had a roast dinner, in the middle of a wedding, that’s unheard of and it was superb!

Ffion was meticulous with her planning; she loves a schedule, so do I and so does Jade Leung, who is a wedding stylist and planner. Call her if you like a schedule too, I know Ffion found Jade’s help invaluable.

Warmth, merriment, good wishes, family. I may well be describing every wedding but this wedding had bundles of it. I especially enjoyed the abundance of cake. Friends and family contributed their homemade creations to produce an cake table that overflowed.

Here is a flavour of Ffion and Mathew’s day. If you’re organising a wedding in Snowdonia and you like the way I’ve told this wedding story please contact me for more information here.

In addition to Jade and Popty Pen Uchaf other lovely suppliers that helped the day run smoothly were:

MUA – Rhiannon Pritchard, Hair by Steph, Nelly Weds, Ty Blodau, Graphic design by Lois from Magnetic Design, Cake by Layla from Mafon in Llanberis. Photo and Video Booth – Caracam, Dazzling Mobile Bar, Videography – Woodpecker Films Jones’ Pizza

A winter wedding at Chateau Rhianfa

24th July 2018 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In Anglesey Wedding Photography / Chateau Rhianfa wedding / My Latest Work

A winter wedding at Chateau Rhianfa, it doesn’t matter which season it is, it’ll always be beautiful. I do admire brides and grooms who choose a location for their wedding when they don’t have any kind of link to that destination. Anglesey is becoming more and more popular as a destination for weddings. Couples fall head over heels in love with the island. Chateau Rhianfa, situated on the Menai Straits is just so romantic, it’s perfectly easy to understand why so many couples choose it; Victoria and Dmitijs did.

Preparations for a winter wedding at Chateau Rhianfa

The chateau’s rooms lend themselves to celebratory occasions. Today we were in The Duke with its dark, baroque, heavy gilt furniture, a perfect setting for Victoria. My camera loved her.

An Anglesey adventure

Needless to say this was the first time that Victoria and Dmitijs’s guests had visited Anglesey, they came from all over the globe. Victoria and Dmitijs even brought their own minister to take their ceremony. He was french and very friendly. The ceremony took place at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs in Beaumaris and then back to Chateau Rhianfa to continue the celebrations.

I love working on Anglesey, it’s my home and I’m very proud of it. If you’re organising a wedding on Anglesey I’d be delighted to be part of the day. Please contact me for more information here.

Victoria chose to work with Julia Nicholls, Rhiannon Pritchard , Hayley’s Piped Dreams and Carol from Acacia Flowers. All talented, friendly people that I’m happy to recommend.

A winter Quay Hotel wedding

5th December 2017 By Gill Jones With 0 Comment

In My Latest Work

This Quay Hotel wedding was going to be a corker, I just knew it. Soprano Llio Evans was to marry Conductor Eugene Monteith. You’re right, I don’t normally mention professions in my blog. I was starstruck though, thoroughly starstruck by today’s bride and groom. On top of that they weren’t camera shy and they were dizzy with excitement for their day.

This was to be quite a small wedding Eugene explained. Just Eugene’s immediate family were coming over from Ireland. Irish weddings are grand affairs and if the celebration took place in Ireland there’d be three hundred plus guests.

Musicians have friends who are musicians. We were treated to performances by a harpist, two pianists, a baritone and a violist. Not to mention Llio’s beautiful voice as she sang the hymns.

Quay hotel wedding – first a stop a famous railway station

I’m based on Anglesey and have visited many places with brides and grooms but never the famous LlanfairPG railway station. It was a whistle stop visit but Llio and Eugene was happy to hurry. A bride and groom that skip, laugh and hold hands tightly make for good photography. It was a brief ten minutes well spent. Off we went over to the Quay Hotel in Deganwy where the celebrations continued.

Here is just a flavour of Llio and Eugene’s wedding. If you like the way I’ve told their story then please let’s talk about your wedding photography.

You can contact me at gill@gilljonesphotography.co.uk or phone 07710 468792 / 01407 811248. You can see more of my work at www.gilljonesphotography.co.uk

Other wedding suppliers involved in the day were: Rhiannon Pritchard – make up, flowers by Luna Flower Rhos on Sea, wedding dress from Wedding Belles Llanfair PG