Family wedding at Breadsall Prior Hotel, Derby

I recently attended a family wedding – that of my wife’s Uncle. It was held at the Breadsall Priory hotel in Derby, and what an amazing venue it is too.

The sun was shining bright and there were plenty of flowers in bloom. An ideal setting for any photographer. As I was a family guest I wasn’t granted the honour of being the Official Photographer, but as usual, I took my Nikon F5 along with me for the ride loaded with my new best friend – Fuji Pro 400H. You guys – I love this film! Every time I get a roll developed, the pack jumps alive with vibrant colour and crispness.

The grounds have some lovely ponds with fountains and spot lights. I would have had a field day if I were the official photographer. Being a guest at a wedding, when you’re also a photographer, is always difficult. You can’t help think “I wouldn’t pose them like that…” or “I wouldn’t position them in that light…” and you have a natural urge to take over, but one has to be respectful to fellow photographers and so I sat on the side lines and just blasted a few casual shots for the family album.