Helen & Ian. I couldn’t think of two people I’d more willingly spend twelve hours on my feet for. I’m sure there are less peculiar accolades than that to be had; maybe suffice to say they were lovely people to work for and I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the opportunity to take more than a peek through a doorway into their special day.
They married at Milton Abbey School in Dorset. Any venue where the manager offers the photographer cups of tea on several occasions throughout the day has to be fantastic. Imagine how well the paying clients are being looked after.
Less of my intake though, and more of my output.
I loved working at Milton Abbey. I'd love to go back there again some day. I'm not sure I'm getting it right on the calling card front though.
Helen's bouquet. A feast for the eyes. I loved the flowers even more than the bridal party sandwiches.
Helen's Mum is now the official Misterphill land speed record holder for fastening a button-up wedding dress. She attributes her success to years of practice with crochet. Emma at Big Bouquet was absolutely correct on that count.
I only spotted the one in there. The stray apostrophe, whichever end of the S it was intended for, was never found.
En route from bridal preparations upstairs to the ceremony room downstairs I happened upon Ian in the bar, penning his speech. An Ode to Piddle indeed. I swear that'll make genuine sense to a select number of people at the heart of this story.
Always worth turning up early for the best seat in the house.
Security was tight.
As I was saying, best seat in the house.
"Great choice of seat!"
I could learn a lesson or two from this young gentleman.
I think I missed the Decisive Moment on this one. Or did I?
The pre-wedding breakfast fast-track mingle.
Most effusive out of focus receiving line expression of the week, and three runners-up in perfect clarity.
The food. Exquisite. I can recommend the steak course wholeheartedly, with thanks to Helen & Ian.
You'll never guess what they're all looking at.
Okay, I underestimated you.
That beard would have gone marvellously with that sunset.
Security checks were ongoing throughout the day.
This week's answer to the existential crisis of wedding photography.
Lots more images to come once the gallery is up. Do leave a comment below if you’d like to be notified once it’s ready or drop me a message via email.
Contact Milton Abbas wedding photographer Phillip Allen : phill@misterphill.com : 07870 696248
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Fazackarley - Awesome work Phill!! Love them all, & the processing is beautiful!
Love, love, love all the details! looks like a fabulous day & what a stunning venue!
John Parker - Loving the shots (and indeed the narrative) as per usual. :-)
HayleyRuth - WOW have you developed a shoe fetish?! ;o) Love them all! The colours and details are amazing but for me it’s your ability to find the decisive moment in each and every shot, simply stunning!
ben - Number 82 is amazing (chap looking at child on dance floor).. such a great shot.
Blue Lotus Photography - These are amazing – I love your use of the architecture to highlight the emotions/events of the day.
Chris Shaw - Great photos again and a lovely location. Really great job Phill. Excited to see your piccies every time.
joE - One better than the next!
Amber Hughes - Really beautiful wedding – the variety of moments and emotions you’ve captured is just magical. Couldn’t pick a favorite if I tried! :)
Lyn Ismael-Bennett - You’ve captured some great moments here. Beautiful details too. Love that blue pair of socks!
Shari DeAngelo - You, Sir, are the master of the in between moments. Beautiful photography, beautiful story telling and a beautiful wedding!
Paul Von Rieter - Dude, very good stuff. I love your venue shots, and you did a brilliant job telling a story.
Jakob - The venue looks epic. Really good work on the photos too Phillip!
Peter Lawson - I’m just loving your work Phill! I’m not sure there’s anyone else out there who so comprehensively captures each and every part of the day in such a beautifully cohesive way. I love how you view the world!
Lara Eichhorn - What a gorgeous location! Excellent photojournalism as usual, and I appreciate your attention to grammar.
Alex Kennison - You have some amazing shots here. I can only dream of having this sort of light and location to shoot in. Just stunning.
Ken - A masterpiece from start to finish. With so many wonderful episodes along the way. I love them all.
ed peers - beautifully captured and documented! Great photos and processing… really consistent work.
Heather - You simply blew me away with this post. Incredible stuff here to be had. Incredible.
Li San - I really, really love all your photos. They make me feel like I’m right there. Everyone looks so candid, happy and wonderful! I can’t stop going “awww” with every photo! I hope I’ll be able to afford your fees when it’s my turn!
Phillip Allen - Thanks all for such lovely comments :~)