Denise Winter Photography

19/04/2025

Sneak preview of H & M wedding celebrations Blue sky, big smiles, fun guests, perfect combination for a wedding 🥰📸



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06/04/2025

What a weekend - suns out, Spring feels are definitely in the air ☀️🌻 And the sunflower theme for this stunning .court wedding looked simply stunning 🤩

Take a peek 👀 https://www.denisewinterphotography.co.uk/spring-wedding-at-ufton-court/

20/03/2025

I did a blog post, it’s only taken a year 🙈 Gorgeous same s*x wedding with cowboy 🤠 styling, which looked perfectly at home for Lillibrooke Manor Weddings and Corporate Events - take a 👀 gemmahawes_

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A spring wedding at Lillibrooke Manor is always special, but when you add a fun cowboy theme, it becomes something truly unforgettable. With gorgeous blossoms

17/03/2025

How different the emotions in these two frames. One of pure “OMG” and the other “Down in one” 😂🍾🤩

26/02/2025

Wet days it’s great throw it back to sunny September wedding with R & T AND 3 more wedding tips to help you prepare for your big day 💒

#9 Styling - Avoid Trend Overload – Pinterest, wedding blogs and magazines can be overwhelming. Choose elements that feel timeless and personal rather than trying to incorporate every passing trend.

#10 Think About Sensory Experience – Lighting, music, and scent create atmosphere just as much as décor. Consider candles, playlists, and subtle fragrances to enhance the mood.

#11 Personalise Your Ceremony – Your vows, readings, and music choices make your wedding unique. Infuse personal stories or cultural traditions for meaning. You can find some idea here for religious and non religious ceremonies https://www.denisewinterphotography.co.uk/ideas-for-wedding-readings/

25/02/2025

Oooo this was nice to wake up too! 4 years in a row! Thanks to all my amazing coupes who took the time to leave their kind words! That’s the joy of this award, it’s purely client based - it really means so much 🤩🤩🩷❤️

20/02/2025

Slow on posting this week, the joys of half term 💰⏱️

But to make up for it here are #3 in one go!

#6 Be Transparent About Money from the Start – I see / hear about this A LOT during pre wedding calls with clients.

If family members are contributing, discuss expectations early to avoid misunderstandings later. Will it come with conditions? Is it a gift or a loan? Clear agreements reduce stress and improves family relationships.

#7 Block Out Decision-Making Time – Time literally runs away with you when working full time / managing a home / child care & wedding planning!

Allocate one or two evenings a week to focus on wedding planning, especially at the early stages when booking big things like venue, photography, entertainment - these services tend to book 18-24 months in advance. Then dress, flowers, video, hair, MUA, transport etc can be booked a little later. Though obviously the earlier you book all your suppliers, the far easier and relaxed it is and gives you more time to actually enjoy the build up to your day!.

#8 Clarify What’s Included with Your Venue – Some venues include catering, décor, and on the day coordination, while others are dry hire - which means you having to draft in or co-ordinate with individual suppliers, which can be time consuming and stressful (especially if you’re not a naturally organised couple or you are juggling lots of balls on your everyday life). Plus you may find that some items you no longer need to budget for (room decor, DJ, wedding co-ordination) so more money for your honeymoon ✈️🏝️

14/02/2025

Happy Valentines Day to all! 🥰 and it’s Friday - wahoo!

2 wedding tips today!

Ask for Supplier Recommendations – Quality vendors tend to work together often. If you love a photographer’s style, ask which videographers or florists they collaborate well with.

Think About Weather Contingencies – UK weather is unpredictable. If planning an outdoor element, ensure you have a wet-weather backup that doesn’t feel like a compromise.

11/02/2025

Happy Tuesdays gang! How’s your day been?

Wedding tip #3 - Visit Venues on a ‘Typical’ Day

– A stunning venue in golden-hour lighting looks different in winter rain. Visit at the time of year YOU’RE planning on getting married. British weather is notorious for not doing what it’s supposed to, but hopefully it will give you a close enough idea of what you can expect on your day, and allow you prepare a contingency plan for any adverse conditions. Better prepared = Less stress

09/02/2025

Happy Sunday! How’s yours been? I’ve had a lovely day chatting to excited couples who are planning their wedding day!

With that here’s #2 wedding planning tip, looking at relationships today…

Protect Your Relationship During Planning – Wedding stress is real. There is so much to plan and often this is your diary time doing it, it can feel overwhelming. Set ‘no wedding talk’ nights and focus on why you’re getting married, not just the event itself 💯😍

07/02/2025

It’s getting super busy with enquiries, which means there’s a lot of people wedding planning! 💍💒

With over 17 years wedding experience I thought I’d share some nuggets I’ve picked up along the way, not just about photography but general planning tips.

#1 Define What’s Important To You
Identify the 3 most important aspects of your wedding e.g. venue, entertainment, photography and allocate your budget accordingly. With so many inspo boards and wedding magazine “must haves” or “latest trends”, prioritising what’s important can help stop budget creep 💰

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20/01/2025

Heading into a new week like this dancing baby, full of energy and no idea what’s going on around me, but I like it 😂

14/01/2025

Wedding groups don’t have to be static. Every couple is different and every wedding has its own vibe. I love a gangster pose group shot with the bridal party, it’s not for everyone and nor would I do it at every wedding, but some weddings, you just know they’re so up for it!

Safe shot also included ➡️ so everyone’s happy 😊

What do you prefer?

11/01/2025

One of my last weddings of 2024 was at the beautiful with M & J. Located in Hampshire with gorgeous grounds, an air of nostalgia and old school glamour, and offers a perfect spot for afternoon tea too!

04/01/2025

Belated Happy New Year! Yes, I’m late, I know. Tbh it took me a whole day to get over NYE celebrations 🥂🙈

I’ve been working on my 2024 round up, who knew it would take so long! It’s been such a journey looking back through the incredible weddings I’ve been part of. So much colour, laughter and love, I am beyond lucky to call this my job.

I also got to witness a proposal 💍she said YES, and my little brother had a baby too! 👶🥰

So whilst the slideshow prepares itself for download and I get round to writing a blog post to round up my 2024 adventures, here is a single image from each shoot of 2024.

I am excited for 2025, I know I have amazing weddings to look forward too and some personal adventures too. But most importantly I get to spend another year surrounded by love 🥰 😘

30/12/2024

A few frames from my penultimate wedding of the year with K & H So much festive cheer and giddy smiles all day, I love a giddy bride.

The first frame of dad watching on as his daughter has her final touch ups, such a special moment 🥰

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22/12/2024

Going festive with reindeers 🦌 for your winter wedding … hell yes! Scroll through for a reindeer taking the groom for a walk 😂

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19/12/2024

Groom prep moments, someone’s definitely looking slightly underdressed 😂😳