Applause on both sides. Her father in full Highland dress, kilt and sporran, holding it together better than most.
Shot from the front, head on, standing where the celebrant would be. It is the only angle that gives you both their faces and the reaction behind them. Guests clapping, a few already laughing, one or two watching her rather than the camera.
The stone wall and the timber at the back tell you this is a barn without needing a wide shot to prove it. Roodlea Barn has good light coming in from the side, which is what keeps the faces in the rows behind from going flat.
Black and white takes out the noise. A room this full has a dozen competing colours in it — dresses, jackets, flowers, that pink blazer on the right. Strip it back and all that is left is expression.
The bouquet is held low on purpose. Held high, it covers the dress and half her face. Small thing, big difference.
Location: Roodley Barn.
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