Findon - Liz & Ben

Liz & Ben’s Relaxed Sussex Wedding

Liz and Ben had almost decided against having a wedding photographer, so I’m really glad they found me just a few weeks before their big day! It was such a relaxed and fun experience photographing part of their amazing wedding, and I loved being able to capture all those natural moments that made their day so special.

St John the Baptist Church in Findon, Sussex, looked beautiful in the August sunshine. The warm summer colours complemented Liz’s stunning floral crown perfectly, creating a gorgeous backdrop for their photographs.

Liz and Ben were an absolute joy to photograph. They looked so in love and were naturally at ease together, which made capturing those genuine smiles, little glances and special moments such a pleasure. Nothing felt forced, and that’s exactly how I love to photograph a wedding!

After the ceremony, the celebrations continued with a wonderfully personal and informal reception at a friend’s home near Billingshurst. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and the people closest to them, it was the perfect setting for a relaxed celebration that felt completely their own.

I’m so pleased Liz and Ben decided to have their wedding photographed after all. Sometimes, the most spontaneous decisions lead to the most wonderful memories, and it was a real privilege to capture a little piece of their story.

Kind words from Liz & Ben

“After meeting Daren for the first time, we just knew that he was going to be our photographer. We met for a pint, he answered all our questions and squeezed us in at such short notice, making our dreams come true! My husband and I are both super awkward when it comes to having our photos taken, but Daren made it fun, relaxed and half the time we didn’t even realise he was there, he just ninja’d about capturing all the perfect moments of our wedding. The first time seeing our photos blew us away, brought back so many amazing memories of the day, some that we even misplaced. We still can’t stop looking at them nor will we ever stop. They get better and better each time we look. We want to say a massive thank you to you Daren for your hard work, skills and creativity!! You’re such a cool dude and we highly recommend you to every one who is getting married in the future! YOU’RE THE BEST!!!”

Cissbury Ring - Tash & Nick

Tash & Nick’s Wedding at Cissbury Barns, Sussex

Tash and Nick chose the beautiful Cissbury Barns for their wedding, tucked away in the stunning surroundings of the South Downs. It’s a truly special location and a wonderful setting for such a lovely couple.

From the outset, Tash and Nick wanted a fairly low-key, authentic photographic record of their day, without lots of posing or interruption. This suited my documentary approach to wedding photography perfectly. I love capturing weddings as they naturally unfold, allowing couples to relax, enjoy their celebrations and spend time with the people who matter most, while I quietly capture all those genuine moments along the way.

Cissbury Barns is a wonderfully romantic venue, with so many fantastic locations for wedding photographs. The attractive flint-walled gardens offer beautiful textures and character, while the breathtaking backdrop of the South Downs countryside provides plenty of opportunities for relaxed couple portraits. Having photographed weddings here before, I know just how much this venue has to offer and love making the most of its different settings.

Although we didn't get the sunset we might have hoped for, we still captured some beautiful memories of Tash and Nick's special day. For me, it's never just about perfect weather or dramatic golden-hour light; it's about the connection between two people and the little moments that make their wedding uniquely theirs.

It was a real pleasure to photograph Tash and Nick's wedding at Cissbury Barns, creating a collection of natural, heartfelt images that they can look back on for years to come.

Kind words from Tash & Nick

“We had Daren as our wedding photographer last year and he was absolutely lovely from start to finish. He was so helpful and gave us some really good ideas for the day. Communication was always fantastic! A really friendly guy, who put us at ease. Would really recommend going for the printed album too.”