Blog post by Katy Tainton
Oxwich bay was the backdrop for this beautifully romantic Gower wedding. It was a windy February day, which made for some stunning veil shots on the beach.
Hannah got ready at the hotel with her four bridesmaids so I joined them while they had their hair and makeup done to get some gorgeous detail shots and natural photos of them getting ready. I was also able to pop downstairs to catch a moment with Adam and the groomsmen as they greeted guests arriving in the bar.
It was an emotional moment when Hannah's dad saw her for the first time. When possible I always love to arrange a reveal with the bride's father and bridesmaids. This one did not disappoint - happy tears all round!
The had a beautiful ceremony witnessed by family and friends, with more happy tears from Hannah, who beamed throughout. The Oxwich Bay ceremony room is absolutely gorgeous to shoot in, with the soft overhead lighting from the large skylight.
Following the ceremony we headed outside for confetti, which Hannah had made herself by drying hundreds, probably thousands, of rose petals. Stunning! We then headed up to the marquee where guests enjoyed welcome drinks and we took some formal family photos.
It was time to head to the beach with the bridal party. If you live near the coast you'll know that when it's windy at the beach, it is WINDY at the beach! These guys took it like champs and although they were freezing, Hannah's bridesmaids stayed to help tame her long veil so we could get some stunning dramatic shots of the couple. Scroll to see a behind the scenes shot of the bridesmaids giving us a helping hand!
