Northside Farm - Shell and Joe

With their laid back attitude and zest for life, Joe and Shell’s wedding at Northside Farm was a dream to photograph. Joe’s calm and collected manner, next to Shell’s vibrant energy, they are two people, different in their personalities and yet so right for one another. Beautifully put in Joes words, “We’re like Yin and Yang. We compliment each other. Our strengths and weaknesses dovetail next to one another.”

Their wedding motto was ‘life is short’, a little word play based on their last name and reflected their attitude on the day. They day centred on having fun. They never took themselves too seriously and wanted only for everyone to enjoy themselves. Their attitude trickled down the entire wedding party and the day continued to rise in energy and laughter.

Within the fun, there were also moments of deep sincerity. With tears in their eyes, they spoke their personal vows to one another. A moment so moving and emotional, it became too much for their youngest bridesmaid overcome with joy for the happy couple. The speeches were sincere and thoughtful, laced of course with a good dose of humor, and little shared glances between the two of them in the quiet moments that said so much and more.

Weddings don’t get much better than this.

Wallworth Castle - Shonaegh and Conner

Shoneagh and Connor's wedding day last summer was fast paced and filled with energy.  Everything, from singing waiters to bagpipes, owls escorting messages and even a first dance sung by the mother of the bride herself all made their way into their day, along with the most spectacular sunset that we had seen all year.  Married in St Mary's church in Richmond, they went on to celebrate in style at Walworth Castle.  Thank you to you both for your kind words, your warmth and your friendship. 

Here are our favorite picks from their day...

How did you meet? How did he propose? What is your story? 

'After working away overseas in Canada for over 4 months Conner booked us a 5* all inclusive get away in the sunshine leaving just days after his feet touched down in the UK. On the first night of our holiday he suggested a walk along the beach to have a better look at our new surroundings. We came to a pier which gave us a beautiful view of the evening landscape after I’d finished admiring I turned back around and there he was on one knee.'

What was the most memorable or your favorite part of your wedding day? 

'I don’t think we could possibly choose, every single moment was filled with love, happiness and smiles (as cliche as it sounds), we loved that the room was filled with people that mean so much to us. There’s not one thing that we would change.'

Why was photography important to you and why did you choose 2tone Photography ? 

'Photography was such an important thing for us because our photographs are the lasting memory of our day that can never fade. Also to be able to capture moments that we didn’t necessarily see during our special day was such a joy to look back on! We chose Nigel and Christina because the quality of their work cannot be compared to, their talent and passion for their work shines through to create simply beautiful photographs, they also made us feel so comfortable in the lead up to and on our special day which is exactly what you need when nerves are kicking in.'

What is your favorite part of being married now? 

'Our favorite part of being married is most definitely living together, because of Conner’s work we only actually moved in together after our wedding day! We both love having someone to come home to after a long day, and sharing the workload in the house when we’re busy at different times.'

Venue: St Mary’s Church Richmond and Walworth Castle

The wedding dress: Blue Bow Bridal Boutique Durham

Wedding cake: Leonie Wilson

Hair and Make up: Amber Brooke Makeup

Lumley Castle - Amy and Craig

Earlier in the year we both found ourselves at Lumley Castle in Chester le Street for Amy and Craig's romantic summer wedding.  They were married in the Scarborough Suite after which enjoyed a wedding breakfast with their family and friends in the Barons Hall.  Here are a few of their images from their big day. 

Healey Barn - Kirsty and Adam

Over two years ago Kirsty and Adam were searching for a venue for their wedding.  They wanted something a little different from the norm, stylish but relaxed, somewhere in the countryside and somewhere close to where they grew up.  During their search, they were told about Healey Barn, a brand new wedding venue - at the time still in it's planning stages.  The took a leap of faith and became one of the first couples to book.  

It felt like forever before the day finally arrived, a little grey and overcast but the day certainly didn't disappoint.  The beautiful ceremony at St Andrews church in Corbridge was followed by their relaxed wedding reception at Healey Barn, a few photographs in the nearby fields and woods, and some fantastic evening entertainment from the local boy band - the Boyz.  

It was a wonderful day with a truly fantastic couple and having previously photographed Adam's brother's wedding at Matfen Hall it was a joy to work with the family once again.

Here is their story...