Le Petit Chateau Wedding Photographer - Zoe & Alex
Le Petit Chateau Wedding Photography in Northumberland
Zoe & Alex hired me as their Le Petit Chateau wedding photographer since they wanted a documentary wedding photographer to tell their story. Le Petit Chateau in Northumberland is a truly unique wedding venue. Styled on a French chateau, your wedding party really could be anywhere in France on a hot summer day. With a multitude of rooms and open spaces, there's options to suit every style of wedding both indoors and out.
Le Petit Chateau is located in the rural village of Otterburn on the A696 Newcastle - Jedburgh road. The drive there alone really takes your breath away. Parking is immediately off the main road. Access is good and what looks like a relatively warm and cosy country hotel actually opens up inside to a series of large spaces, beautiful bar areas and tastefully decorated rooms.
Wedding Photos at Le Petit Chateau in Northumberland
I almost always start the day photographing the bridal preparations. Introducing myself to everyone I quietly go about my business of observation and making photographs. I can't help but notice how relaxed Zoe is. There's a calmness in the room yet at the same time everyone's in their own little world getting ready, all at different stages in the process, be it hair, makeup and everything in between.
One of the things I like about Le Petit Chateau wedding photography is that it's never easy. What I mean by this is that it's actually quite challenging to photograph in. There's a romantic ambience to the lighting which is lovely and warm but airing on the dark side, and as a result I love the challenge of finding good light to work with.
I catch up with Alex and the gents as they fasten button holes and straighten ties. Alex looks a little nervous, understandable really on such a big day! The weather outside is lovely, the sun is shining and it's really showing off the exterior design and all its colour. That's the thing you see. As a Le Petit Chateau wedding photographer no matter where in the building you are, inside or out, there's photographs everywhere.
My main focus as a documentary wedding photographer is the people first, followed by the venue. When you add the two together and everything clicks, there's no better feeling. The ceremony room at Le Petit Chateau is known as the Belle Epoque, a celebration of beautiful 19th century France. It's a gorgeous French chapel ceremony room and boasts some truly stunning art decor. With the preparations complete the ceremony begins. Alex and his best men are in position and the bridesmaid arrive first.
The wedding ceremony was perfect and unique
Walking down the aisle with her father, Zoe looked stunning. The ceremony went without a hitch and they were soon Mr & Mrs. I think Alex was just relieved that bit was over! Zoe had the most beautiful smile and Alex just looked like the cat that got the cream. The rest of the day was just a joy. I'm going to stop with the words and hand over to their photographs. I'm confident they tell the story better than I can write it. I loved every second of this wedding and feel blessed that they hired me.
Are you looking for your own Le Petit Chateau wedding photographer?
If you like the images you're about to see and think you'd like a documentary wedding photographer for your own wedding then why not get in touch? My style is natural, candid and extremely unobtrusive.
Most couples hire me because they want good photography without feeling like they're on some sort of styled photoshoot. Why not spend every second with your family and friends, and I'll work the photography around you!To see another wedding at this amazing venue then check out Lara & Anth's Le Petit Chateau Wedding Photography
To check my availability feel free to get in touch.
