Michelle and Damon's Wedding

Saturday saw us heading to Swindon to photograph Michelle and Damon's wedding at the beautiful St Margaret's Church in Stratton St. Margaret. We were starting with Damon and his groomsmen and when we arrived at the house where they were getting ready, we were pleasantly surprised to find them all suited and booted ! . Probably a first for us ! And they looked really smart too. We then headed for Michelle's Mum and Dad's house where the girls were far from ready. Usual situation for us ! We got some lovely getting ready shots before we had to leave for the church. I need to mention the Reverend Vicky Fleming, who was really helpful to us. She was quite happy to let me take up a position in the church in front of Michelle and Damon, which allowed me to shoot some very special moments as they made their promises to each other. What a lovely lady vicar ! The reception was at the wonderful Stanton House Hotel just north of Swindon. It is always a pleasure to photograph weddings here. The grounds are great, the staff are extremely helpful, and the food is of a very high standard. Michelle and Damon were having such a great wedding day. Michelle was a fabulous bride, and her dress was so beautiful. She smiled all day ! After the wedding breakfast and speeches, we had a chance to shoot some more pictures. These were a bit more fun and quite relaxed. How we persuaded all the groomsmen and bridesmaids to race up and down the lawns I don't know ! We finished off with some great images of bride and groom in the natural garden. After the pictures of the first dance, Damon's brother's band entertained all the guests, so we shot some cool pictures of the band rockin' the place. When we headed back down the motorway, the band were in full flow. Family and Guests can view all the pictures at the wedding by visiting www.christopherchard.com and using the password they were given.