Joanne & Paul - Richmond, London

Joanne and Paul’s wedding at Richmond Hill Hotel had a calm, easy flow to it from the start. The morning was relaxed, with family drifting in and out of the room and the kind of small, steady moments that tell you a day is heading in the right direction. Their ceremony felt warm and genuine, with everyone fully present. Afterwards we stepped outside into that soft Richmond light, wandering just far enough for a few portraits in the gorgeous evening London sun. By the evening the whole atmosphere had shifted into full celebration mode, with a packed dance floor and a room full of people who clearly adore them. A wonderful day, through and through.

Exterior of the Richmond Hill Hotel, where the wedding day preparations and ceremony took place.
Union Jack flag flying above a building on a sunny morning before the wedding.
The bride having her makeup touched up during bridal preparations.
Bride reading a card during the morning preparations, sitting at a dressing table.
Bride smiling as she reads a wedding-day card during the morning getting-ready session.
Hair stylist working on the bride’s hairstyle while she sits in front of a mirror.
Bridesmaid giving the bride a playful high-five during morning preparations.
Groom sitting by the window reading a booklet during the reception at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Groom talking with a guest by the window during the reception.
Bridal gown hanging in the window, photographed during the morning preparations.
Bride’s dress hanging in front of a window during the morning preparations
A pair of embellished bridal shoes laid out on a white bedspread.
A close-up of the bride’s necklace displayed in a blue presentation box.
A pastel rose bridal bouquet resting on a chair.
Bouquets made of white and lilac flowers placed together before the ceremony.
Bride looking into a mirror as she adjusts an earring during the getting-ready moments.
Bridesmaid fastening the bride’s necklace during morning preparations.
Bride standing in her wedding dress in the bedroom, holding the train and smiling.
Bride looking at herself in the mirror before leaving for the ceremony, captured in soft window light.
Bride adjusting the back of her dress while standing near the fireplace before the ceremony.
Bride sharing an emotional moment with a family member while holding her bouquet on the wedding morning.
Bride standing with a family member during the morning preparations, holding her bouquet and smiling.
Bride sharing a warm moment with a family member before leaving for the ceremony.
Bride pinning a boutonnière onto a family member’s suit during the morning preparations.
Bridesmaid adjusting the bride’s dress while she stands holding her bouquet in the preparation room.
Bride posing with two family members before the ceremony, all smiling for the camera.
Bride posing with bridesmaids and close family, all dressed and ready for the ceremony.
Bride walking down the hallway with a family member before the ceremony begins.
Groom and guests waiting at the front of the ceremony room at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Bride and groom standing together during the indoor wedding ceremony, exchanging vows.
Bride and groom holding hands during their indoor ceremony at the Richmond Hill Hotel.
Family member shaking the groom’s hand at the start of the ceremony, with the bride watching.
Guests greeting the bride and groom during the ceremony arrival at the Richmond Hill Hotel.
Bride and groom signing the marriage register in front of their guests during the indoor ceremony.
Bride and groom walking back up the aisle together after the ceremony, smiling at their guests.
Bride and groom standing among their guests after the ceremony, sharing a relaxed moment together.
Bride and groom walking outside with a young child after the ceremony, enjoying a quiet moment together.
Bride and groom kissing outside the Richmond Hill Hotel shortly after the ceremony.
Bridal bouquet resting on a bench outdoors, photographed after the ceremony.
Wedding rings placed on a wooden surface, photographed as part of the morning details.
Bride and groom standing together outdoors at the Richmond Hill Hotel, overlooking the landscape.
Bride and groom walking together outside the Richmond Hill Hotel, smiling in the afternoon light.
Bride and groom holding hands outdoors after the ceremony at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Wedding breakfast room set up at the Richmond Hill Hotel with white table settings and floral arrangements.
Place setting for the groom at the wedding breakfast table, photographed before guests arrived.
Place setting for the bride at the wedding breakfast table at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Three-tier white wedding cake decorated with purple flowers, displayed before the reception.
Guests chatting around a decorated table during the wedding breakfast at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Bride and groom entering the wedding breakfast room at Richmond Hill Hotel, greeted with applause from their guests.
Guests chatting around their table during the wedding breakfast at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Family members sharing a lighthearted moment together during the wedding breakfast.
Two guests smiling toward the camera while holding drinks during the reception.
Three guests smiling for a photo at their table during the wedding reception.
Guests laughing and raising hands during the wedding meal, enjoying the lively atmosphere.
Group of male guests posing together during the wedding reception at Richmond Hill Hotel.
Guests talking and enjoying drinks around their table during the wedding breakfast.
Guests listening during the wedding speeches at Richmond Hill Hotel, with the bride seated at the centre.
Tables of guests laughing and reacting during the wedding speeches.
The groom leaning down to kiss the bride during the speeches, surrounded by smiling guests.
The bride and groom standing to kiss during the speeches as guests applaud.
A guest delivering a wedding speech while the room listens attentively.
The couple chatting with guests during the reception as someone gestures across the room.
The bride and groom cutting their tiered wedding cake together at the reception.
Close-up of the bride and groom cutting into their wedding cake, smiling as guests watch.
The couple sharing their first dance on the ballroom floor while guests gather around.
The bride and groom holding each other during their first dance at Richmond Hill Hotel.
The couple sharing a warm hug on the dance floor as guests watch.
The bride embracing a guest during the evening party celebrations.
The couple smiling at each other while dancing during the evening reception.
A relaxed portrait of the bride and groom outdoors after the ceremony.
The couple standing together at sunset, smiling during their portrait session.
Close-up of the bride lifting her dress to reveal her shoes as the couple walk together.
Close-up of the bride’s hand resting on the groom’s chest, showing her wedding ring.
The couple walking hand-in-hand looking at the grooms ring.
The couple walking hand-in-hand down a garden path during their portraits.
The bride standing outdoors with the groom behind her, holding her waist tenderly.
Black-and-white photo of the couple walking across a field, laughing together.
Close-up of the bride holding her pastel rose bouquet.
Portrait of the bride standing in a field holding her bouquet.
Portrait of the groom standing outdoors in his navy suit.
The couple walking hand in hand along a garden path after the ceremony.
The bride spinning playfully as the groom holds her hand on a shaded path.
The bride and guests dancing together during the evening reception.
Guests dancing under warm lights with motion blur capturing the movement.
Guests cheering and dancing together on the wedding reception dance floor.
The bride and groom dancing closely during the lively evening party.
Guests raising their arms and celebrating on a busy wedding dance floor.
The groom with arms outstretched as the bride faces him during a joyful dance floor moment.
The groom walking toward the bride with open arms during the evening celebrations.

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Gavin Chapman · Wedding Photographer in France

I’m based in Bordeaux and photograph weddings across the Dordogne, Charente, Lot-et-Garonne and throughout France.

I work mainly with English-speaking couples from the UK, US, Australia, Ireland and beyond — people who want beautifulful photographs of themselves and the people who matter most, on the day that matters most.

Available across France and Europe.

I’d love to hear what you’re planning.

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