SHIMA & ASHLEY | A LODGE FARM WEDDING
It was such an honour to be able to capture Shima & Ashley’s magical day. Here’s their story…
Why did you pick your venue, and what makes it special to you?
We really wanted a relaxed vibe with open space and greenery. We knew straight away we either wanted a tipi or marquee wedding and Lodge farm ticked all the right boxes. It was the first place we found online but the last place we could view due to their open days and it was everything we hoped for.It's a real honour to have been chosen to capture your special day - thank you! We would love to know why you chose us - what is it about our work that you like?
I love the idea of cinematography for a wedding film, it tells a story, the music is lovely and it captures the day perfectly. What is important in life to you?
Family, happiness and being content.What is a typical Sunday/day off together like for you?
Walking our dog Lola, pottering around in the garden, having a nice dinner and chilling.How did you meet each other?
Me and Ash met in Alexandra Palace many moons ago, he was skateboarding and I was ice skating! We lost touch for a few years and then met again at my then best friends house party and he happened to be there!How about the proposal? Tell us everything! :-)
I hadn't seen Ash over the weekend (we didn't live together then), he had been on a stag do so he came and surprised me at work, looking very shifty he stood next to me, got down on one and asked me to marry him, all I could say on repeat was "are you serious? ARE YOU SERIOUS?!!" and the rest is history! We then went for a celebratory drink in the pub and had to go our separate ways home!Why did you choose each other over anyone else?
Ash said because I'm mental! I chose him because he's always encouraging me to do things, he's always supported me, he's a funny guy and driven.How do you think your partner makes you better?
Ash - she keeps me focused on what's important in life and makes me smile Me- encourages me, helps me to realise that I don't need to worry about things too much What part of marriage do you think will be the most challenging?
I don't think there is anything as we have already been together for such a long time that marriage was always our next big plan, so we are very excited about the next chapter.What's the one thing you've never done but dream of being able to do one day?
Visit as many countries as possible ash - skydiveWhat makes your partner unique?
He is very unique in that he has his own way of doing various things out of the norm and he doesn't care what anyone else thinks!! she always think of others...too much!If you could describe your partner in 5 words, what would they be?
Shima about Ash - Chilled, funny, supportive, thoughtful, confident Ash about Shima - beautiful, mental, funny, kind, determinedTell us about your wedding plans so far - anything you would like to mention (including fears, what excites you, etc.)?
Excited and nervous at the same time about seeing it all come together Excited about finally being able to call Ash my husband, call Shima my wife Nervous about saying words in front of everyone! Excited for the food, live band and dancing with everyone - these were the main things we really want everyone to enjoy and remember from our wedding What sort of music do you like, and who do you listen to on a regular basis?
Together we listen to mostly indie music, Kings of Leon Shima is also into pop music because it's very fun to sing to!In terms of style, look and feel, how would you summarise your wedding day?
relaxed, maybe a bit boho We have some Iranian parts thrown in too - there will be a traditional Iranian wedding table called Sofreh-Aghd and on it there will various items which represent different things for the newly weds, my mum will be putting this together Finally... why are you marrying each other?!? :-)
Because she said yes ;op (Ash being funny)