Castle Leslie feels like our second home, we’ve shot so many times there. And yet, it’s always a unique experience. This was our fourth visit this year and, ten years after our first visit, our first ever outdoor ceremony.

We’d been looking forward to this wedding ever since doing engagement photos with Niamh and Patrick in Belfast. We bonded over a shared love of books and an obsession with the movie Arrival – both of which featured prominently in the ceremony and reception.

There’s always a story you hear during the wedding that illustrates how much a couple love each other. Maybe it’s a little sacrifice or going that extra mile. In Patrick’s case, it was embracing Niamh’s love of dogs despite being completely allergic to them. So even if it means gasping for breath when there are no antihistamines on hand, he dotes on their dog, Bailie, like the best dog-daddy you can imagine.

The couple got ready a stone throws away from each other in the Mews at Castle Leslie, and decided on a first look with most of their wedding photos after. Where possible, this is a great idea as it gives you more time after the ceremony to hang out with your guests. We also love that cute moment when they see each other for the first time.

I absolutely loved Niamh’s style. Her gorgeous Wona Concept dress with a stunning, colourful bouquet from The Rosehip and Berry Floral Studio was simple elegance.