wedding photographer Domaine Saint Germaine

Domaine Saint Germain Wedding

 Sam & Jen’s incredible day!

 

Anyone having a Domaine Saint Germain Wedding has picked one of the most heavenly places on earth.  It’s a very special spot.  In the middle of the French countryside near the pretty town of Sommieres. Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards with views across to Pic Saint Loup. A place to completely relax, with comfortable modern accommodation and a lovely vibe.  The stunning grounds include an infinity pool which takes in those views to die for.

The scene was set for Sam and Jen’s Domaine Saint Germain Wedding! I was really excited for them.  Friends and family had flown in from all over the world. When I shoot a wedding my number one goal is to produce a set of images that will take my couples back to that day.  A wedding day goes past in a blink of an eye and when it’s all over, all you want is to do it again.  So I hope that my pictures in some way can transport my clients back there.  That’s why 90% of what I shoot is completely natural and unposed.  My couples can just have an amazing day without being bossed around by someone with their own agenda.  Sure, we pause for a few images of the two of you and some family groups but these are shot quickly and with minimal fuss.

The day started with Sam’s preparations…

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View of Pic Saint Loup from Domaine Saint Germain
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Groom putting on shoes for Domaine Saint Germain wedding
Groom puts on tie
Groom ready for his Domaine Saint Germain Wedding
Dress hanging up
Gilrs in flowery dressing gowns at Domaine Saint Germain Wedding
Bride getting dressed
many hands putting on dress
bride ready for her wedding at Domaine Saint Germain
bride looking at the back of her dress in a mirror
bridesmaid helping bride with hair
girls through a door at Domaine Saint Germaine
close up of bride
Domaine Saint Germaine outdoor wedding ceremony set up
guests arrive at Domaine Saint Germain
Boys ready for the wedding. Tan suits with bow ties
bride getting ready
bride puts on perfume
Father of the bride sees his daughter for the first time
Bride hugs Dad
hug between father and daughter before her wedding

Ray Thatcher celebrant
The amazing Ray Thatcher was conducting the ceremony. He always makes it so special and personal. I love working with him and his wife Cherry.
guests waiting for the bride
master of ceremonies makes announcements

bestman and groom
Sam and his brother and bestman, wait patiently.
parents of the groom
bridesmaids in blue
The bride walks down the aisle on the arm of her father

Wedding ceremony at Domaine Saint Germain
It was pretty breezy during the ceremony. Ray very sensibly asked the couple to swap sides, so Jen wasn’t battling the wind and her hair during their vows.
Domaine Saint Germaine Wedding ceremony outdoors
wedding vows at Domaine Saint Germain
outside ceremony at Domaine Saint Germain Wedding
readings at wedding
exchange of vows
parents of the bride
The rings
exchange of rings
wide shot of the exchange of rings

the loving cup wedding ceremony
Ray serves up a glass of blanquette as part of the “loving cup” part of the ceremony.
blanquette
bride takes a sip from the loving cup
Bride and groom are pronounced man and wife
bride and groom kiss for the first time
guesrts clap

friends perform at wedding
Sam and Jen’s friends performed while they signed their certificate.
Walking down the aisle at Domaine Saint Germain
confetti in hand
Domaine Saint Germain wedding confetti
Domaine Saint Germain Wedding confetti

bride and groom kiss at Domaine Saint Germaine Wedding
Sam and Jen share a moment as their wedding reception starts.
guest hugs bride
bride chatting to guests
All the guests in the courtyard of Domaine Saint Germain
guest in green dress
guests at wedding reception Domaine Saint Germain

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If i shoot a group, I want it to look so stylish and elegant. I loved using the parasols that Jen had provided for guests to shelter from the strong sun in the south of France.
Bridesmaids in blue

table names
The couple’s tables were places they had visited in France.
Domaine Saint Germaine wedding set up
flowers on window sill
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Domaine Saint Germaine tables
center pices at rustic wedding
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guests talking
woman laughing
man smiling
guests relax by the pool
guests drinking
courtyard at Saint Germaine
bride at Domaine Saint Germaine wedding
drinks reception at Domaine Saint Germaine
the groom talking with friends

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I spent 5 minutes doing some quick portraits of these very stylish couples!
Domaine Saint Germain wedding reception

grasshopper at wedding
This chap enjoyed the wedding and seemed quite content to spend his time leaping from guest to guest.
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At the end of the drinks reception we took 15 minutes to make these beautiful pictures of Sam and Jen.
I choose gentle direction, as opposed to anything cheesy. I still want my portraits to have a very natural feel.
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The olive grove was a great place to shoot in. I waited until the sunlight was soft and flattering.
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close up pictures of the bride and groom at Domaine Saint Germaine
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The courtyard at Domaine Saint Germain

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Sam and Jen make their entrance for the wedding breakfast.
guests clap
more guests clap
still clapping

Pic Saint Loup sunset
Pic Saint Loup in the distance across the infinity pool.
Jen and her mum look at the wedding
time for the speeches

guests going crazy at wedding
Each table was introduced. Some of them made quite an impact!
guests screaming
father of the bride speech
toast at wedding
grooms speech
guests listening to speeches
guests smiling
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guests cheer
guests at domaine saint germaine wedding
guests toast to the couple
bestman speech
guesrs laughing
groom looks embarrassed
bride and groom laughing
boys raise a glass
Tower of cheese south of France
night time at Mas Saint Germaine
Cutting the Cheese cake
cutting cheese tower
first dance at domaine saint germain wedding
dancing at domaine Mas Saint Germain
close up of bride and groom dancing
Couple dance
couple invite others to join in
two girls dancing at domaine saint germain wedding
bride hugs friend
groom is forced to drink wine
girls singing
party time
groom dancing
guests dancing
Band
boys dancing
girl screams
granny dancing at domaine saint germaine wedding
girls laughing
groom dancing
groom singing
groom laughing

smashed glass
This made me laugh. Oh dear Sam!
groom
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last kiss at domaine saint germain wedding
last picture of the wedding

A huge congratulations to you both Sam and Jen.  I loved being part of your day at Mas Saint Germain.