Your Bristol & Somerset Wedding - August/September 2020 (Issue 78)

STYLE IT UP How do we style our industrial city-centre venue to give a warm atmosphere? The possibilities are endless with this type of blank- canvas venue, making it easier to add your own stamp. If you have high ceilings, try tall centrepieces to fill the room. If you opt for shorter centrepieces, then hang paper lanterns and warm fairy lights at a higher level for a cosy feel. This will look great in a contemporary setting. Monochrome is a great modern trend, and we offer handmade monochrome table runners. The crisp lines give a contemporary feel – just team with anything that’s geometric in shape. Candles are a brilliant way to add ambience, especially if you’re having an autumn or winter wedding. Brass and gold candlesticks add warmth, while pillar candles give a lovely glow when lit. I would avoid using too much white, as it may make the space look sparse. Opt for wooden tables in an industrial setting, and fill the space with bold, brightly coloured florals. Elizabeth Wong | Elizabeth Weddings www.elizabethweddings.co.uk www.stev eleephotoworks.com CAUGHT ON CAMERA We’re starting to get anxious about having a camera on us all day. What can we expect? I totally get this as my wife and I were the camera-shy types! Combined with a busy wedding-day schedule it can feel a bit much. Fast forward 15 years and I now use my natural skills to put my couples at ease. Here’s what to expect… ❤ I always have an initial consultation with my couples on FaceTime or Zoom, followed by a face-to-face chat over a coffee. This means you’ll see a friendly face on the day and not a stranger. ❤ For brides, I’ll create some fun and relaxed shots of you getting ready with your party. You’ll be completely comfortable surrounded by your best girls, so the formal shots will flow smoothly from there. ❤ I create a chilled-out atmosphere with the grooms. Having a bit of banter is an excellent way for me to capture the bond between a group of friends. As we go outside, we can get some more formal shots too. ❤ For the couple portraits, I always allow a 20 to 30-minute session shortly after the ceremony. During this little breather, I can get some intimate portraits. It’s a great opportunity for you to be yourselves as you take a stroll around your venue, whispering to each other or being playful and getting the most romantic images. Steve Lee | Steve Lee Photoworks | www.steveleephotoworks.com EXPERT ADVICE 81