As You Like It Wedding | Lyndsey & Michael

This was my very first As You Like It wedding! The venue is about 6 miles from my doorstep and a nice change to be shooting somewhere so local to me. As you Like It, according to their website is cool, quirky and one of a kind and it certainly didn't disappoint. With lots of alternative decor and what I can only describe as "interesting lighting" it's definitely a challenge to photograph, but I think it's fair to say their wedding was an amazing day from start to finish, and not without its minor hiccups!

I already knew Lyndsey and Michael from when I photographed her sister Alicia's Hotel du Vin wedding at the Quayside in Newcastle. So when they asked me to be their photographer I was pretty honoured to be asked. It's always nice to share in another day with their family and close friends.

So, about their day.. Well I have to mention the Louboutins and for those like me who had never heard of them, they're fancy shoes apparently, that cost a small fortune! So naturally, they featured in a few of their wedding photos! Check out the Pontiac, an all American classic car, an absolute beaut of a car which again, I managed a few frames before it unfortunately broke down whilst waiting for Lyndsey (I managed a frame with the drivers head under the bonnet trying to fix it too!)

I felt for the driver, it was his pride and joy and I could see the disappointment on his face. However, being a wedding photographer who drives a white car who generally keeps it clean and tidy, I came up with a cunning plan.

I could have hugged Lyndsey when we broke the news about her wedding car breaking down, she took it on the chin and it didn't phase her one bit. So with the previously mentioned cunning plan, yours truly Mr wedding photographer swapped hats for Mr wedding chauffeur, and whisked the bridesmaids and her mum off to the venue, quickly returning to collect  Lyndsey and her Dad. #allinadayswork#noordinaryweddingphotographer So, on with the story. I loved every minute of it, just a truly fab day in the office for me, and it went a little bit like this..

Planning your own wedding?

For couples who prefer the more relaxed and candid approach to wedding photography then why not get in touch? If you'd like me to photograph your As You Like It wedding then feel free to get in touch with your date and I'll check my availability. Best wishes always, Phil