"MATT! These are incredible! You've blown us away. We knew you were the man for the job! Thank you so much. You really are the man!"

 

 


Okay, let’s talk about Michelle & Christian’s London wedding at Burgh House. I’m saying let’s talk about it, but honestly I’m still a bit lost for words! These guys were an absolute dream from start to finish. There is one word that stands out in my mind when I think about my day at Burgh House with Michelle & Christian; trust. Right from our first chat on Zoom, they had total trust in me to get the job done and deliver a set of photos that truly reflected how awesome their day was always going to be. And it was one of the most amazing weddings I’ve ever been to!


This was my first time shooting a London wedding at Burgh House, so I was already pretty excited. Michelle is Canadian, and her Aunt and Bridesmaids had all flown in from Canada to come and celebrate with Michelle and Christian. Right from the get-go when I arrived at Michelle & Christian’s house to shoot Michelle’s prep, the champagne was flowing and the laughs were non-stop. Like I said, I knew this was going to be an amazing one, but these guys just blew me away.


Burgh House


A quick word for Burgh House. What a place! Such a gorgeous spot in Hampstead, with brilliant staff and a really relaxed, fun vibe about it. If you’re reading this and thinking about getting married at Burgh House, stop thinking and start booking. It won’t let you down.


Right, back to Michelle & Christian. With Michelle being Canadian, there were a couple of nods to the North American culture around weddings, the main one being a ‘first look’ between Michelle & Christian. But, in typical Michelle style, she didn’t want to do this the ‘usual’ way. So, she and her Bridesmaids all turned up at the pub Christian, his groomsmen and the guests were drinking at before the ceremony, to surprise him! What a brilliant way to kick off their celebration. After the ceremony, everyone had ample time to relax in the grounds and in the gorgeous gallery that’s attached to the venue, before boarding an old route master bus to the Bull & Gate for their meal and party. The pace didn’t slow down all day and we partied hard together right into the night.


Documentary Wedding Photographer


Huge thanks and love to Michelle & Christian for having me and letting me be a part of a truly special London wedding at Burgh House. I’m honestly still living off the buzz I got from shooting this one. If you’re reading this and thinking about having me along to tell your wedding day story, you can learn a bit more about how I shoot a wedding day, check out some more photos, or get in touch and let’s chat.


Okay, enough from me. Time to enjoy the epic wedding story of Michelle & Christian…

 

People enjoying casual conversations and drinks in a bright indoor space.
People mingling and socializing in an indoor space with white walls.
Group of people gathered in a modern white kitchen for a social event.
People socializing in a bright interior space with green plants visible through windows.
Interior scene with houseplants and natural light streaming through windows.
People laughing and sharing moments in a relaxed indoor setting.
People mingling at a casual indoor event with bright interior lighting.
Black and white photo of people interacting in an indoor space.
A group of bridesmaids share joyful moments and laughter at a wedding celebration.
Wedding party members laugh together while holding champagne glasses outdoors.
Candid moments captured during wedding preparations in a sunlit room.
Wedding party members dancing and celebrating with raised arms in a bright indoor space.
Bride holding a stunning white and green floral bouquet against a wall of framed artwork.
Friends sharing intimate conversations and laughter during a casual gathering.
Wedding party walking and dancing together outside a white building.
Wedding celebration with guests dancing under strings of outdoor lights.
A celebratory moment at an outdoor wedding ceremony under a glass-roofed venue with floral decorations.
An intimate wedding moment captured with sunlit floral arrangements and vintage architecture.
Wedding guests sharing candid laughs and smiles during outdoor festivities.
Wedding guests gather on an outdoor patio with drinks and flowers during a celebration.
A wedding couple jumps joyfully outside a historic building with a blue suit and white dress.
Newlyweds celebrating with wedding guests watching from above on a city street.
A couple walks hand in hand down a sunny London street after their wedding ceremony.
A black and white photo of a couple walking and laughing on a charming city street.
A wedding couple poses playfully against a brick wall at New Inn Square.
A romantic wedding portrait on a cobblestone street with brick architecture backdrop.
A sunlit wedding portrait amidst lush greenery and historic architecture.
A flowing veil catches the light as a bride walks past a historic stone wall.
Wedding party gathers outside a historic building with street lamps and ornate architecture.
A group walks down a sunny street during a wedding celebration carrying bouquets.
Black and white photo of wedding guests gathered indoors with balloons and flowers.
An intimate indoor wedding ceremony with guests watching the couple exchange vows.
Close-up shot of elegant white wedding dress details during ceremony.
Intimate indoor wedding ceremony with natural light streaming through windows.
Candid moment during wedding ceremony in bright sunlit room with plants.
Black and white photo capturing emotional moment during indoor wedding ceremony.
Joyful moment captured during indoor wedding ceremony near a piano.
A candid black and white moment of three people sharing laughter during a wedding celebration.
Close-up shot of hands exchanging rings during an intimate wedding ceremony.
A couple exchanges rings by a window during their wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests watch as newlyweds share their first kiss in an elegant wood-paneled room.
Black and white photo capturing an intimate moment between newlyweds near a piano.
Celebrating newlyweds raise their arms in joy while guests applaud in a sunlit room.
Wedding celebration in an elegant room with guests dancing and mingling near a grand piano.
Black and white photo of wedding guests gathered around a piano during the celebration.
Wedding guests applaud the newlyweds during their celebration in an elegant wood-paneled room.
Guests surround the happy couple during a joyous wedding reception in a sun-filled room.
Wedding guests shower confetti on newlyweds outside a rustic venue on a sunny day.
Friends share joyful moments and champagne in a sunny garden setting.
Guests laugh and share drinks during an elegant wedding reception.
Wedding guests in colorful attire share champagne and laughter at a reception.
Black and white photo of friends sharing drinks and conversation at a party.
Friends share laughs and drinks during an indoor celebration at a brick-walled venue.
Party guests share animated conversation over champagne at an indoor event.
Bridesmaids in floral dresses share laughter while holding white bouquets.
A couple descends stone steps surrounded by blooming wisteria at their garden wedding venue.
Black and white romantic moment captured at an elegant indoor venue.
A couple shares a joyful moment together on a brick path surrounded by lush greenery.
A wedding party walks down a garden path with bridesmaids in flowing dresses.
Interior view of passengers riding in a vintage double-decker bus.
Red double-decker bus decorated with 'Wedding Special' sign parked on a sunny street.
Wedding guests celebrate on a decorated bus with a person dancing in a blue suit.
Candid moment of laughter shared in a vintage vehicle decorated with white flowers.
Black and white image of relaxed passengers sitting in a vehicle.
Wedding party celebrates inside a decorated vintage bus with raised hands and flowers.
Candid moment captured of wedding guests enjoying a ride in a vintage bus.
A vintage red London bus with 'Wedding Special' sign as a couple boards at the entrance.
A celebratory moment beside a red vintage bus on an urban street.
A group gathered around a red vintage bus entrance during a wedding celebration.
Joyful celebration outside with white bouquet and formal attire on a city street.
A white-dressed figure crossing a London street with a red double-decker bus in the background.
Wedding guests enjoying drinks and conversation in a dimly lit vintage pub interior.
Rustic restaurant interior decorated with hanging plants and wooden furniture for a wedding reception.
Two figures sharing an emotional embrace in formal attire.
Romantic moment against an industrial wall with decorative plants and warm lighting.
People enjoying a casual gathering in a dimly lit room with wooden furniture and decor.
Black and white candid shot of wedding celebration with raised arms in jubilation.
Wedding couple sharing speeches at an indoor reception with black and white photography.
Joyful moment captured under 'The Mushes' sign at a wedding reception venue.
Emotional embrace shared during a wedding reception with warm lighting and floral decor.
Wedding guests gather beneath 'The Mushes' sign for celebratory toasts.
Black and white candid moment of a couple laughing during wedding reception.
Emotional group hug captured during a wedding celebration with warm ambient lighting.
Friends share an emotional embrace while celebrating at an intimate party gathering.
Two people share a candid moment of laughter by candlelight against a rustic wooden wall.
Guest laughs joyfully while capturing moments on their phone during a celebration.
Performer in monochrome sings into microphone against textured wall background.
Couple shares genuine laughter at candlelit dinner table surrounded by glassware.
Friends embrace warmly during celebration while holding drinks at indoor venue.
Party guests share genuine laughter at rustic wooden table during dinner celebration.
Guests enjoying cocktails and conversation at an intimate indoor wedding reception.
Bride dances joyfully at wedding reception while band performs in background.
Black and white photo of newlyweds dancing in a rustic venue with live band performing.
Celebration with confetti raining down on dancing wedding guests in a courtyard.
Black and white photo of energetic wedding reception dancing with guests on the dance floor.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating with joyful expressions under warm lighting.
Wedding guests dancing with arms raised in celebration at a lively reception party.
Enthusiastic wedding guests with raised arms dancing and celebrating on a packed dance floor.
Wedding guests dancing and singing along with a musician at a vibrant reception party.
Lively wedding reception party guests dancing and celebrating on a crowded dance floor.
Energetic crowd dancing and celebrating at a nighttime party event.
Dance party guests enjoying themselves in a dimly lit venue with dramatic lighting effects.
Black and white photo of a romantic dance moment at a dimly lit wedding reception.