Featured on Rock My Wedding: Louise & Christian’s Dillington Estate Wedding
Some weddings just stick with you. Louise & Christian’s day at Dillington Estate was packed with everything I love to photograph: golden-hour fields, cowboy boots, singing in Te Reo Māori, and 110 handwritten notes to every guest. It was personal, heartfelt, and full of joy from start to finish.
So when I found out it had been featured on Rock My Wedding, I was genuinely chuffed. It’s a platform I’ve followed for years and one I really respect for celebrating weddings that feel true to the couple. I’ve also been a supplier on their directory for equally as long a time and get some fab weddings come from it. Being included on this feature means so much, not just as a photographer, but as someone who really values what goes into days like this.
A Wedding Full of Meaning and Magic
Louise & Christian brought together their two worlds, New Zealand and the UK, and filled the day with touches that felt completely their own. From singing and speeches to a hog roast and handwritten love notes, everything had an intention behind it. They walked out into the fields at golden hour as the sun broke through a stormy sky, with friends cheering from the fenceline and drinks in hand.
There were cowboy boots, bunting, horse tubs as drink stations, and one of the warmest atmospheres I’ve ever had the joy of photographing. It was relaxed, playful, emotional, and totally unforgettable.
If you'd like to see it all for yourself, the full feature is live on Rock My Wedding:
What Makes a Feature-Worthy Wedding?
For me, it’s not about trends or perfection… it’s about personality. Louise & Christian’s wedding was a great example of what happens when couples just do things their way. You could feel the energy shift as guests leaned into every moment, from the emotional church service to the rowdy golden-hour cheering in the fields.
Weddings like this remind me why I do what I do. There’s nothing better than capturing people having the time of their lives.
Photographing in the Somerset Countryside
I’ve shot at Dillington Estate a few times now, and it never disappoints. The venue offers such a beautiful mix of rustic and refined, with loads of space to move and natural light that changes beautifully throughout the day. That field during golden hour really is something else, a dream for any photographer.
Working with a Team That Gets It
From the venue staff to the family and friends helping behind the scenes, you could feel how much love went into this day. I’m always grateful when the energy between the team and the couple just clicks. Everyone was pulling in the same direction, and it made for such a smooth, joyful atmosphere all the way through.
Thank You to Rock My Wedding
Being featured on Rock My Wedding means a lot because it’s not just a beautiful blog, it’s one of the UK’s most trusted wedding planning platforms. It’s where couples go for real wedding inspiration, styling ideas, and to discover suppliers who are passionate about what they do. To be highlighted there, under Wedding Photography, alongside such a meaningful celebration, is a massive honour.
And a Huge Thank You to Louise & Christian
To Louise & Christian, thank you for choosing me to be part of such an incredible day. Your trust, your creativity, and your joy made this one so special to capture. And to the team at Rock My Wedding, thank you for sharing their story and shining a light on what truly personal weddings can look like.
Planning Your Wedding at Dillington Estate?
If you're getting married at Dillington Estate or planning a wedding that’s all about personality, joy and connection, I’d love to chat.
