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An Intimate Summer Wedding at York House

York House in Twickenham is one of those rare places that feels like a secret. Nestled beside the River Thames and surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens, it is a venue that offers the perfect backdrop for an intimate summer wedding. It is also one of my all time favourite London wedding venues. This 17th century stately home in the heart of Twickenham is one of London’s hidden gems, offering several rooms for private functions, including weddings. Tucked away from the busy town centre, the house feels calm and welcoming.

I photographed this small wedding at the peak of summer - on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year, and everyone (including myself) were melting in the heat. The kind of day where even in the shade, you could feel the warmth radiating through the stone walls and across the lawns. Guests fanned themselves with orders of service, laughter echoed through open windows, and despite the heat, there was a wonderful sense of joy and celebration in the air.

London Wedding Photographer at York House

The day began with couple portraits in the peaceful, well kept gardens tucked behind the house. We didn’t really plan this with waeather in mind - it was more about the couple wanting to have that time together so they could enjoy the post-ceremony drinks with friends and family. However, it turned out to be a great decision, as even at 10 am the temperature was in the high 20Cs.

We wandered slowly through the garden, letting the morning unfold naturally and stopping where we found areas we all liked. There were so many beatiful corners to stop by - the Japanese gardens, the bridge overlooking the sunken garden and by the river. Each spot felt like a small moment of calm before the excitement of the day began. Of course, we couldnt walk past the The Oceanides fountain without stopping for a quick photo.

Wedding Ceremony at Loggia Room, York House

After a calm and sun-soaked morning in the gardens, we returned to the house for the final preparations before the ceremony. A brief conversation with the registrar and a few deep breaths, all was set for the start of the wedding ceremony. The ceremony took place in the beautiful Loggia Room — one of York House’s most beloved and popular spaces, filled with soft natural light and a sense of quiet grandeur. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, the couple exchanged vows in a ceremony that was both intimate and deeply moving.

Stepping outside onto the patio in front of Loggia room, the couple was welcomed with a shower of flower confetti - a moment of pure joy, captured against the back drop of York House. The joy on everyone’s faces and the timeless feeling of this image always puts a smile on my face.

Following a quick round of relaxed group photographs and a gentle wander through the gardens, the couple along with a small group of loved ones, made their way to the river. Waiting for them was a boat (curtesy of Richmond Bridge Boat Hire), a personal touch that added so much charm to this already perfect day. The wedding party boarded the boat which took them downstream towards Richmond. The breeze off the water was a welcome relief from the heat, and the sunlight danced across the surface of the Thames. It was a quiet, reflective part of the celebration - a chance to simply be together and take in the joy of the morning.

Richmond Wedding Photographer

Hi, I am Mina, a wedding and family photographer with a love for natural, minimally posed wedding photography. My approach is simple: I work unobtrusivelly to capture your day unfold using documentary-style photography. I want you to feel at ease, be fully present, and enjoy the day. I am here to capture the tender moments, the big feelings, and everything else in between that make your story uniquely yours. Based in Surrey, but photographing love stories all over (including London, Surrey, the South East and abroad).

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If you are planning your wedding and are looking for someone to document it in a relaxed and genuine way, I’d love to hear from you! You can contact me by email or phone at:

📧 mina@minamilanovic-photography.com
📞 07793 677 867

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I am looking forward to hearing from you!

~ Mina

York House Wedding / Richmond-upon-Thames Wedding Photographer

York House Wedding Photographer

York House in Twickenham and its beautiful gardens were the perfect setting for Felicity and Richard's intimate vintage-style wedding. After a lovely ceremony, we took a walk around the gardens for a few couple and group shots. But there was also a little surprise. Richard had arranged for their sweet cockapoo to await for Felicity next to the Naked Ladies fountain. As soon as he was let off the lead, the dog ran straight to Felicity and Richard, and started jumping in delight which provoked much laughter from everyone present! The second surprise was a classic Austin-Healey, which the groom rented to whisk the bride off to their reception venue - The Petersham Hotel, and just in time before the rain settled in. A lovely day, and many congratulations to the married couple!

Wedding Photography at York House

I worked as a wedding photographer at York House on several occesions. It is one of my favourite London wedding venues. The ceremony room inside is bright and spacious, and the gardens are gorgeous with the possibility of photographing by the river as well.

London and Surrey Wedding Photographer

I work across London, Surrey and the South East photographing couples getting married. If you are planning a wedding and would like to discuss your wedding photography plans, or enquire about a potential date, please email or call on 07793 677 867. I also love travelling and work as a destination wedding photographer. I have photographed weddings in France, Germany, Serbia and even Mexico. Get in touch if you would like me to photograph your destination wedding!  

Surrey wedding photographer / Destination Wedding in Normandy

I photographed Alexia and Mark during their engagement photo session in central London. It was a gorgeous sunny autumnal day which we spent around Regent’s park and by the River Thames. You can see photos from their couple photoshoot in London here. I was so delighted when they asked me to photograph their big day, at a destination wedding at Le Hommey in Livry, Normandy. 

Normandy was the perfect destination for a wedding. It has beautiful countryside, charming villages and so much history, so guests have plenty to do in between wedding engagements, or they can prolong their stay and make a holiday out of it! For me, it was the first time in Normandy and I thoroghly enjoyed visiting small villages, D-Day beaches and driving through the countryside. Here are a few photos I took on the way to the wedding, and on the way home.

The wedding ceremony was held at a village hall; an intimate ceremony attended by family, witnesses and closest friends. It was an emotional, warm ceremony and a prelude of what was to come on the day of the wedding reception.

The wedding day started with bridal preparations and bridal portraits at the family home. After we’ve finished with bridal photography, I left to go to the reception venue where the groom was waiting and the guests were gathering. The setting was lovely - an old barn conversion with lots of land around and its very own private lake. The wedding party was set in the shaded area overlooking the lake, where bride and groom exchanged their wedding vows and heard readings from their family and friends. One of the highlights for me was Alexia’s grandma singing a French song with everyone joining in celebration. I love those little personal touches! It was a really fun wedding with family and friends arriving from all corners of the world - everyone made it and had a fantastic time, including myself. Many many congratulations to the happy couple - I wish you happiness, love and good fortune in years to come!

As Surrey wedding photographer, I work across London, Surrey and the south east, and travel all across the UK and abroad at an additional cost. If you are planning a destination wedding and would like to discuss photography for your big day, please contact me through my website, email at info@minamilanovic-photography.com or call me on 07793 677 867. I would love to hear from you!

Destination Wedding Photographer in Oaxaca, Mexico

I am so happy to share these photos of my dear friends' wedding in lovely Mexico! It was an amazing wedding and I am so thrilled to have been a part of it, and to have photographed it as an Oaxaca destination photographer!

Surrey Wedding Photographer in Mexico

Diana and Phil are based in London but chose to get married in Mexico because Diana’s family lives there. They chose wonderful Oaxaca for their stylish and tradition-filled destination wedding. Oaxaca is a great little city, filled with history, art and tasty gormet food. As part of the wedding celebration, we travelled to Monte Alban ruins and visited many villages rich in indigenous people, cultures and crafts.

The bride and groom got ready at the Casa Oaxaca Boutique Hotel, a gorgeous colonial style hotel in downtown Oaxaca. I photographed Diana have her hair and makeup done, and put on her wedding dress. From there we walked the short walk through town to the ceremony venue, which was a beautiful gallery on Calle Macedonio Alcalá. There were some interesting ceremonial traditions like putting a wedding lasso around the bride and groom which symbolises lifetime unity of the newlyweds. After the ceremony, it was party time! The guests were treated to a traditional Oaxacan calenda which is a type of street procession with giant puppets and brass music! It was truly a unique destination wedding, and I can’t thank the bride and groom enough for organising everything, and making it as unforgettable day for me as I am sure it was for you. :-)

Have a look below at a selection of photos from Diana & Phil’s incredible Mexican wedding!

Surrey Destination Photographer

As a destination wedding photographer, I work in Mexico, France, Germany and beyond, photographing weddings. Living in England, I photograph weddings in London, Surrey and the South East, and being born and raised in Serbia, I also photograph weddings in Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia and the Balkans. Get in touch if you are planning your destination wedding and want to discuss photography coverage. I look forward to hearing from you!

York House Wedding / London Wedding Potographer

I was so pleased when Vickie and Paul asked me to photograph their intimate wedding at York House, Twickenham. I got to know Vickie quite well over the course of our Bump to Baby pregnancy photo sessions (see post from Nov 16) that it felt really special to be a part of their wedding. York House is a stunning venue where I photographed before on a few occasions, but to photograph a wedding there on one of the most beautiful days of the year was a real treat! I hope you enjoy these few photos from the day.