Natasha & Sam’s Wedding at Findon Manor

Natasha & Sam’s Intimate Wedding at Findon Manor, Sussex

Natasha and Sam celebrated their intimate wedding at Findon Manor, nestled in the beautiful Sussex countryside. They created a truly unique day, full of personal touches, quirky traditions and plenty of fun. Every detail reflected their personalities, making their wedding feel wonderfully relaxed, meaningful and completely them.

There were so many lovely and unexpected moments throughout the day, from Connie the puppy proudly taking on the role of ring bearer, to the softly glowing unity candle symbolising their commitment to one another. And, in true Natasha and Sam style, there was even a tequila shot ritual during the ceremony!

Alongside all the fun and laughter, there were some incredibly touching moments too. Their heartfelt, personalised vows brought warmth, smiles and more than a few tears as they shared their journey together and spoke about their hopes for the future. It was a beautiful reminder that, while every wedding is different, it's those personal moments that make a day truly unforgettable.

The whole celebration was bursting with colour, love and personality. From the little details to the big emotions, Natasha and Sam's wedding was a wonderful reflection of who they are as a couple. It was such a pleasure to capture a day filled with so much character, joy and genuine connection.

It was also great to be back working with the team at Findon Manor, a beautiful setting for an intimate Sussex countryside wedding. It was lovely to meet Cat the Celebrant, too, whose warmth, enthusiasm and care helped create such a personal and memorable ceremony.

Natasha and Sam's wedding was a real joy to photograph, and I'm sure everyone lucky enough to have shared their special day will remember it for years to come.

Kind words from Natasha & Sam

“We couldn’t be happier with Daren as our wedding photographer! From the very beginning, he was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease. On the day itself, he captured every special moment so naturally, without ever feeling intrusive. The photos are absolutely stunning and perfectly tell the story of our day. Darren has an incredible eye for detail and managed to capture all the emotions, from the big moments to the little candid ones we didn’t even realise were happening. Not only is he exceptionally talented, but he’s also a genuinely lovely person who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. We have memories we’ll treasure for a lifetime, and we can’t recommend Darren highly enough!”

Thank you, Natasha and Sam, for trusting me to capture your wonderful wedding day. It was a privilege to be part of such a personal, joyful celebration, and I wish you both a lifetime of love, laughter and happiness!

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Annika & Charlie - The Dome Cinema - Worthing

Annika & Charlie’s Wedding at The Dome Cinema, Worthing

I was so excited when Annika and Charlie got in touch to ask if I would photograph their wedding at The Dome Cinema in sunny Worthing! Having visited the cinema on many occasions with my children when they were younger, I have lots of lovely memories of this special place, so it was a real pleasure to be invited back to capture such an important day.

As one of the oldest working cinemas in England, The Dome is full of character, charm and history. I’d never had the chance to see the beautiful atrium or the refurbished main lounge, where Annika and Charlie held their wedding reception, and I completely fell in love with both. It was also a pleasure to work alongside the friendly wedding coordinators, and I hope our paths cross again at another wedding soon!

Annika and Charlie looked absolutely perfect in their surroundings. They are such a warm, genuine couple, and after being together for ten whole years, their special day had finally arrived!

I loved capturing all the colour, joy and little moments that made their wedding so special. We made the most of the picturesque coastal views, the unique character of the cinema and, of course, the iconic Worthing Pier, which was just a short stroll across the road. The combination of this wonderful venue and its seaside setting gave us so many opportunities for beautiful, relaxed and natural photographs.

From the excitement of the day to the laughter shared with their family and friends, my time with Annika and Charlie was an absolute joy. It was a privilege to capture their wedding story and create a collection of colourful, heartfelt images for them to look back on for years to come.

A lovely review from Annika & Charlie

“Daren made us feel so at ease during our special day and that translated into natural, magical shots of my husband and I, and also our guests. Friendly, hardworking, organised and incredibly talented, he captured all the special moments we wanted and more. We can't thank him enough!”

Thank you, Annika and Charlie, for trusting me to capture your beautiful wedding day. It was a pleasure to be part of it, and I wish you both a lifetime of love, laughter and happiness!

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Cissbury Ring - Judy & Stuart

Another wonderful time up at Cissbury Barns for Judy and Stuarts wedding.

I was asked to come along for just a few hours to capture a small number of post ceremony photos, mainly family portraits and friends gathered in celebration.

Judy was especially nervous about being photographed & I could see her nerves as she waited to join Stuart in the ceremony. However, like many brides Judy was much more relaxed after the ceremony; lost in the emotions and celebrations and despite her telling me that she didn’t feel that she could smile naturally, she really did.

It’s becoming more popular to be asked to cover just a few hours or half a day, so if it’s something you are thinking about be sure to talk to me about it.





Amberley Castle-Sussex: Lorraine and Ross

Lorraine & Ross’s Romantic Wedding at Amberley Castle, Sussex

Amberley Castle is such a magical wedding venue, with its medieval architecture, beautiful gardens and tucked-away corners full of character. It was a real pleasure to photograph Lorraine and Ross’s special day in such a breathtaking setting.

From the moment I arrived, the castle provided the most wonderful backdrop for their wedding. Its historic stone walls, romantic surroundings and beautiful grounds make it a truly unique place to celebrate, with plenty of lovely locations for natural wedding photographs.

Lorraine and Ross were an absolute joy to photograph. They both looked so happy and relaxed, which made capturing their connection feel completely effortless. I love those moments when couples can simply enjoy being together, forgetting about the camera and allowing their personalities to shine through.

We explored some of the beautiful gardens and quieter corners of the castle grounds, making the most of the soft, golden afternoon light. It added a lovely warmth to the photographs and complemented the romantic atmosphere perfectly.

Alongside the couple portraits, capturing the candid moments shared with family and friends was just as important. The little glances, genuine smiles and spontaneous interactions often become some of the most treasured photographs, telling the story of a wedding in a way that feels natural and personal.

It was a real privilege to photograph Lorraine and Ross’s intimate celebration at Amberley Castle. With such a wonderful couple, a stunning historic venue and beautiful afternoon light, it was a day filled with opportunities to create photographs they can look back on for years to come.

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Goring Church-Sussex-Stephy & Matt

Stephy & Matthew live in Hong Kong and contacted me to ask if I would photograph them here in the UK, before they get married in Hong Kong next June. Unfortunately Matthew’s Grandparents will not be able to travel to Hong Kong next year, so the pre-wedding shoot was a mix of couple shots for Stephy & Matthew and some images of them with Matthew’s Grandparents, to try & replicate some of the shots, which will be missing on their wedding day.

We met at the Methodist Church in Goring, which had been kindly rented to us for a few hours. Stephy surprised me by appearing in her beautiful wedding dress, so we really did have a mini dress rehearsal for the day itself.

For the second part of the styled shoot, we headed to Goring Beach, so Stephy could seek out her first UK beach hut and see the full glory of the sunny UK seaside. We aptly ended the session in the grounds where Matthew’s Grandparents live.