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THE PRIORY BARN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY | MARIE AND STEVE | RELAXED AUTUMN WEDDING WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS


Bride and groom kiss beside a vintage maroon and white car adorned with ribbons in front of The Priory Barn. Bride holds a bouquet.

FOCUS ON FUN - SIMPLE CHURCH CEREMONY AND RELAXED RECEPTION AT THE PRIORY, LITTLE WYMONDLEY


For Marie and Steve, the most important element of their wedding day was spending as much time as possible with family and friends, so they focussed on a relaxing and enjoyable day from start to finish.



Sarah Whyte, owner of Purple Kite Photography, sitting on a bridge in Hertford, Hertfordshire

Hi, I'm Sarah!

I love being able to document the raw emotions and excitement of a wedding day and take pride in delivering stunning images that my couples will cherish for a lifetime.

I create a calm and relaxed atmosphere for my clients, ensuring that they feel at ease and enjoy every moment of their day.

Although I'm based in Hertford, I'm not just a Hertfordshire Wedding Photographer. I can travel all over the UK (and beyond) for your Wedding!



A chilled morning getting ready with 'Team Bride'


Marie, her family and bridesmaids spent a relaxed morning getting ready together at a gorgeous Airbnb not far from the church. The bucks fizz flowed while Lucy and Lucy were at work on hair and make up.



  • Lady with her hair pinned up in curls looking downwards as a make up artist prepares to attach false lashes
  • 7 personalised wedding champagne flutes filled with bucks fizz, lined up on a table with a bouquet of red roses behind them
  • A lady's hands plaiting hair of a bride
  • Bouquet with deep red and white flowers taken from above
  • Smiling mother fastening earrings on her daughter, both wearing dressing gowns with their hair done in formal styles
  • Bride standing in bedroom while a make up artist applies lipstick and another lady attaches the veil
  • A lady with long hair having powder applied to her cheek
  • Portrait showing hair and make up of a bride with long brown hair
  • Four bridesmaids in long red dresses and the mother of the bride admire her in her dress
  • First look - Dad in navy suit and red tie smiling proudly and holding hands with his daughter in her wedding dress
  • 5 Bridesmaids in long red dresses drinking bucks fizz and laughing with the bride on a patio by a brick wall
  • Lady in a cream suit fastening s buttonhole onto a navy suit


The Ceremony at St Ippolyts Church


Marie and Steve were married in St Ippolyts church. A beautiful, traditional church basking in the autumn sunshine on top of a hill in the small village of St Ippolyts, between Stevenage and Hitchin, before heading to the Priory in Little Wymondley for the wedding reception.


  • Bride and groom grinning st each other, standing in a church facing the guests
  • Bride and groom in a church with female Vicar between them. The groom is placing a ring on the brides finger
  • Bride and groom kneeling at the altar in church with a large stained glass window behind them
  • Bride and groom holding hands and smiling at each other before they walk down the aisle as newlyweds
  • Bride and groom kiss in a sunny garden while being showered with red petal confetti by their guests
  • Close up portrait of a man in a navy suit and red tie embracing a bride in an off-the-shoulder white wedding dress and veil, carrying a bouquet of red, pink and cream flowers
  • Man in a blue suit and red tie standing in a formal wedding pose, next to a lady in an off-the-shoulder white wedding dress with a long veil and bouquet featuring red roses, standing outside a wooden door of a church
  • Man in a blue suit and red tie kissing a lady in an off-the-shoulder white wedding dress with a long veil blowing out behind her in the wind, standing outside a wooden door of a church


THE PRIORY BARN WEDDING - BRIDE Q&A

Bride Marie shares her thoughts on their relaxed, fun-filled wedding reception at The Priory Barn.


Bride and groom smiling at each other outdoors, surrounded by greenery. Bride holds red and pink bouquet, wearing a long white gown.

Which were your favourite photos from your wedding day and why do you love them?


"The natural shots of us together, and with our bridal party. They capture the moments really well!"


Bride and groom smiling at each other in a garden setting. Bride in lace gown holds bouquet; groom in suit with red tie.
Bride and groom smiling, holding hands in a garden. Bride in white gown with red bouquet, groom in dark suit with red tie. Sunny day.
Bride and groom in a garden, affectionately gazing at each other. Bride holds a vibrant bouquet, wearing a white gown, beside a wooden wall.
Bride and groom holding hands, smiling outdoors. Guests socializing in the background near trees and rustic buildings. Sunny day wedding.

A bride in a white dress laughs with a group of people in formal attire, including a woman in red, in a garden setting.
People in formal wear choosing appetizers from a tray held by a server. Vibrant colours, sunny outdoor setting, and lively mood.
Bride in white dress laughing with three guests outdoors. The guests hold drinks. Greenery in the background adds a lively feel.
Three people in formal attire laughing and holding drinks at an outdoor event. Woman in white wears a large beige headpiece. Warm, joyful mood.


What were your wedding “must have’s”?


"As much time as possible with our friends and family. For everyone (including us!) to feel relaxed and just enjoy themselves."



  • Man in grey waistcoat and red tie standing at the top table in a barn giving a wedding speech
  • Seated guests laughing at speeches on the top table in a barn giving a wedding speech
  • Man in blue waistcoat and red tie standing at the top table in a barn giving a wedding speech while guests laugh
  • A bride standing next to a Man in blue waistcoat and red tie standing at the top table in a barn giving a wedding speech
  • Seated wedding guests raising shot glasses together in a toast
  • Three tier wedding cake decorated with red, white and pink flowers. Top and bottom cake have white icing and the middle tier has red icing

Styling your wedding: how did you personalise your big day at The Priory? 


"In line with the relaxing / having fun - we wanted good entertainment so hired vintage garden games and added fun "advice cards" and shots to the tables! We made sure there were plenty of drinks and good food, and were lucky to have use of the lovely outside space, and sunny weather!"


Man in white shirt throws a ball at coconuts on stands. Five spectators watch, smiling, in a grassy outdoor setting with trees.
Man in suit doing limbo outdoors as onlookers cheer; garden setting with trees, green grass, and wooden structures, festive mood.
A joyful couple runs hand in hand on grass, surrounded by lush greenery. The woman wears a white dress, the man a suit and tie. A glass is raised in the foreground.

Did you have a band or DJ for your evening reception? Did you have a first dance – what song did you choose?


"Yes, we had a live band and then they did a DJ set afterwards for the last hour or so. Our first dance was "You & Me Song" by the Wannadies  - which has always been "our" song. Very simple melody and lyrics but really innocent / romantic."


  • Black and white image of bride and groom sharing a kiss on the dancefloor
  • Black and white photo of bride and groom embracing on the dancefloor, surrounded by guests


WHAT THE COUPLE SAY


"Sarah did an amazing job photographing our wedding. She captured so many lovely moments - with lots of natural shots as we really wanted. She was also super professional, friendly and responsive both during our wedding prep and on the day. Thanks Sarah!"


Marie



THE TEAM

Photographer: Sarah at Purple Kite Photography

Church: St Ippolyts

Reception: The Priory

Florist: Gayle at Blooming Happy

Outfits/Accessories:

Dress: Love and Liberty dress from Lumi

Bridesmaid Dresses: Ever Pretty

Bride's Hair and make-up: Lucy Beesley

Bridesmaids' Hair and Make-up: Lucy Arthurs

Evening entertainment: No 7 Band

Garden Games: Herts Vintage Hire


by Sarah Whyte, Purple Kite Photography

Female wedding photographer based in Hertford, Hertfordshire

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