Aged eleven, Anna caught the same school bus as Simon who was a few years above her at school…so for a couple of years their paths crossed, but that was not where their story starts. They both progressed on to the same college where, you might think, they may have chanced upon one another, but no…this was not the beginning of ‘them’ either. So, off they went to University and only after this did they both find themselves working together…and it was then that they found themselves drawn together. Their friendship grew roots that spread quickly and with the knowledge and comfort of similar childhoods and mutual friends, their friendship soon became more serious.
In the years that followed, they were side by side through the highs and lows of holidays, festivals, operations and houses and Simon decided it was time to let Anna know how much she was loved. After arranging for her to go on a spa day with friends, he decorated their home with petals, roses and balloons and, with a bottle of champage chilling, he drew her attention to a beautiful new piece of artwork; hidden in which were the words ‘Will you marry me?’ They celebrated, that evening, with family and friends and began their journey towards marriage.
I met Anna a couple of years ago when she was Bridesmaid for her very good friend, Lucy. I remember with absolute clarity the moment that she caught Lucy’s bouquet…and I crossed my fingers that our paths would cross again.
You can imagine my delight when Anna and Simon got in touch to discuss their wedding photography and after meeting up, drinking tea, and hearing all about their plans I was delighted when they asked me to photograph their wedding at Bartholomew Barn in Sussex.
I am so looking forward to sharing images from what I know will be a STUNNING day, but in the meantime, here are a few from their pre-wedding session in Southsea last month.
