Wedding Photos you MUST take

Once your special day has passed, your wedding album will hold many memories of your big day for years to come. With all the planning that goes into a wedding, don’t forget to capture these special moments.The bride opening her wedding morning giftGetting your makeup doneGroom getting readyBride putting her jewellery onBridesmaids helping the bride get readyA closeup of the finished bridal lookBridesmaids’ reaction to the brides finished lookTraditionsBridal shoesWedding PerfumeClose-up of the groom’s outfit detailsBridesmaid flowersBridal bouquetButtonholesThe ceremony room before the proceedings beginExterior shot of the venueThe bride ready to goParents seeing the bride / groom for the first timeArrival of flower girlBride preparing to go into the ceremonyThe groom waiting at the altarThe bridesmaids walking down the aisleThe page boy / flower girl walking down the aisleThe bride / groom entering the ceremony room and walking down the aisleThe bride being given awayThe ring bearerThe exchanging of the ringsThe first kissThe ‘just married’ shotThe signing of the registerThe couple walking back down the aisle as a coupleThe confetti shotThe champagne shotBride with Flower GirlsClose-up of the ringsA close-up of the coupleThe couple facing each otherThe couple under the veilThe couple kissingThe look of loveThe couple flashing their wedding ringsThe couple against a ‘statement’ wallThe couple with a smoke bombThe couple in the venue groundsThe couple with their childrenThe couple with their familiesThe couple with their grandparentsThe bride and the bridesmaidsThe groom and groomsmenThe couple with their wedding partyThe couple and all of their guestsCandid shots of groups of friendsThe reception room before the guests arriveThe couple exploring their reception venueThe couple making their wedding reception entrancePets at the weddingGuests minglingThe tablesThe table numbersThe place settingsOther décor detailsFavoursThe dessert tableThe wedding cakeThe cutting of the cakeThe couple holding handsEach of the speechesThe couple reacting to the speechesThe guests during the speechesThe toastsThe couple chatting to their guestsChildren at the wedding receptionThe first danceThe partyLights and décorThe entertainmentParty games

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How to make a wedding hashtag

Coming up with a cute or clever hashtag can be difficult. There’s a reason why they’re popular though! Unless you’re having an unplugged ceremony, your guests are likely to post photos of your wedding on their social media. Creating a hashtag offers one place where you can collect happy memories and behind the scenes footage of your special day. It may also inspire some of your guests! Use your names This may be a bit obvious, but you should include your names somewhere within the hashtag. Think of first and last names, nicknames, and so on. Consider your shared married name or combining your names to create a ‘couples name’ like Brangelina, Bennifer, or Kimye. Get punny The cheesier the better. Look for alliteration, rhyming, synonyms, or our favourite, puns. If you’re completely lost, maybe turn to your wittiest friend, or an online generator to lend a hand. Use numbers If you’re struggling to pull something today, maybe use your wedding date or year as a jumping off point. If you don’t put a personal spin on this however, you risk using someone else’s hashtag and will get a mixed feed of wedding images or other events. Check your spelling For obvious reasons, check your hashtag for any issues that could hinder its use. For example, if you have a double ‘a’, consider switching your names around to avoid mistakes. So, for #MirandaAndJon consider switching to #JonAndMiranda. Check that it hasn’t been used before Before you plaster your hashtag over invitations and signs, do a quick search to ensure it’s completely unique. You may want to switch it up if another couple have used it before. Consider changing the order of names or using some different numbers. You want your hashtag to be unique. Once you’ve settled on a hashtag, you need to make your guests aware before the big day. Consider adding it to save the dates, invitations, and don’t forget your wedding website. If you post photos throughout the planning stage of your big day, don’t forget to tag those as well! Your guests will love seeing a peek of what’s to come. It is also a good idea to put up a reminder onsite on the day. This could be done on table-settings, welcome signage, or as a label on the favours. We guarantee that you will treasure the behind-the-scenes footage of your big day for years to come, and you’ll be able to access it in one big virtual wedding album

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5 top tips for Planning a Tipi Wedding

No matter what style of venue you choose for your wedding, there will always be a plethora of things you need to consider, and a tipi wedding is no different. From weather considerations to ceremony requirements, there's a lot to think about. To make things easier, we’ve taken a look at some of the biggest considerations for planning your tipi wedding. Here are some of our top tips to make your tipi wedding dreams a reality: 1. Make sure you have a wet weather contingency plan One of the most common questions we get asked by couples’ is, “what happens if it rains?” Everyone knows just how unpredictable the wonderful English weather can be, even in the peak of summer, so planning for both rain and shine is always important. Luckily our stunning tipi set-up means there’s plenty of space indoors to capture some fantastic photos and enjoy your big day with guests. But if you’re keen to make the most of the beautiful outdoor space, there are loads of creative ways to capture incredible wedding photos. Check out our blog on our favourite wet weather wedding photo ideas for inspiration. Try to choose décor and entertainment that will work great both indoors and outdoors, so that the weather can’t dampen your plans, but also create a backup list for anything that is strictly outdoors. For example, an outdoor ice cream cart could be swapped for a sweet stand inside, or a basket of flip-flops for achy dancing feet could be complemented with a basket of umbrellas for anyone needing to go outside. Hopefully, your wet weather contingency plan won’t be needed but its better to have peace of mind, allowing you to relax and enjoy the lead up to your wedding. 2. Consider your ceremony options Here in the UK, legal outdoor ceremonies aren’t permitted, and can only be conducted under a fixed roof. The legislation around outdoor weddings is still being deliberated, but for now, its important to consider where the legal part of your ceremony will take place and how your ceremony will be conducted on the day. We love celebrant led ceremonies here at Sheepy Meadows. A celebrant has no restrictions in terms of the content, format or style of a wedding, allowing you to create a completely bespoke ceremony, tailored to you and your interests. They can include lots of beautiful, personal details about the couple and often have an element of guest involvement too. These relaxed ceremonies create lasting memories for both you and your guests. Signing the legal paperwork will need to be done separately and can be done at a local registry office. If you're looking for something more traditional, church ceremonies can be conducted at a church personal to you or at one of the beautiful churches local to Sheepy Meadows. Having a traditional ceremony in a church before travelling to Sheepy Meadows for a quirky tipi reception can be a great way to combine both classic and unconventional wedding features.…

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5 Creative Photo Ideas to Make You Love Rain on Your Wedding Day!

We’ve all been there. Big plans for an exciting day outdoors, beautiful blue skies leading up to the day, and sun cream at the ready… only for it to start raining cats and dogs as soon as you step outside! It’s one of the biggest worries couples have about their big day. Luckily for us, our tipis are as stunning inside as the surroundings they’re set in, so you won’t have to worry about your day being a washout. But if you’re still worried that bad weather will put a dampener on your day, fear not. We’ve collected some incredible photo ideas by talented photographers to show you just how beautiful rain on your wedding day can be. Photo Op 1: Umbrellas Our best friend when its raining (but not so much when it’s windy!), umbrellas make for fantastic wedding photos. Whether you choose a bright umbrella to contrast grey skies, a personalized wedding umbrella to match your styling, or a transparent umbrella to capture some creative shots, we love the way these unusual wedding accessories look! Ask your photographer about lighting the inside of the umbrella for some stunning evening shots. Photo Op 2: Raining Glitter Those clever wedding photographers aren’t going to let a little thing like rain spoil your wedding photos! And one of our favourite tricks we’ve seen photographers use is lighting the rain from behind, creating the illusion of glitter falling down around the happy couple. This is particularly effective once it starts to get dark, resulting in romantic images that can be cherished forever. Photo Op 3: Wellie Boots When the skies start to pour, dig out your trusty wellies for some fun photos! From bright, patterned wellies to light-up, glittery wellies, we love the way they contrast with formal dresses and suits. Splash in puddles and trail through the mud, embracing your inner child, and you’ll end up with some gorgeous photos full of happy faces. Wellies are a great accessory for festival weddings, and you can even get personalised wedding wellies! Photo Op 4: When it Rains, Look for Rainbows Who doesn’t love seeing a rainbow painted across grey skies? And without the rain, we wouldn’t see them! A gorgeous touch of colour, rainbows are said to be a promise of good things to come – the perfect sentiment for your wedding day. If you’re lucky enough to be rewarded a rainbow, make the most of it, and get outside for some beautiful photos. Photo Op 5: Embrace the Rain! As much as we all wish we could, we can’t control the weather, so when you can’t beat it, join it! Embrace the weather in all its glory, creating some fun memories as you dance in the rain. We’ve seen brides frolic in muddy bare feet, grooms drinking beer in the pouring rain, and children getting absolutely drenched as they giggle and play outside. It makes for natural, playful photos that everyone will enjoy reliving for years to come. Why not bottle…

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