Surrey Wedding Photographer at the Luxury Country House of Lord Beaverbrook
Private Birthday Celebration at Beaverbrook Luxury Country House Hotel
One of the things I love about my job is witnessing families I photograph go though different milestones in their life, including big birthdays. On this occasion, my clients invited me to Beaverbrook Country House near Leatherhead to capture their loved one’s 80th birthday celebration. It was an intimate family lunch followed by cake and family time at Beaverbrook’s stunning gardens.
Nestled in the gently rolling Surrey hills near Leatherhead, Beaverbrook feels at once grand and welcoming. A place where you sense the stories of the past quietly echoing through the corridors, mingling with the laughter and excitement of celebrations unfolding today. Beaverbrook is the quintessential English country house, a former home to William Maxwell Aitket, 1st Baron Beaverbrook, a press mogul and a friend of Winston Churchill. Formaly known as Cherkley Court, the house was build in the second half of the 19th centrury for Abraham Dixon, a metal exporter. The house was acquired by Lord Beaverbrook in 1910 who lived there for the next 50 years and enterntained many well known figures such as Winston Churchill, Bonar Law, H.G. Wells and many others. From the late nineties, for a couple of decades, the house went through restoration, changes in menagement and ultimately in 2017 opened as “Beaverbrook” - an exquisite country house hotel and a space that hosts weddings and parties of all kinds.
And it was a wonderful venue for the milestone birthday gathering I photographed. The family made a booking for a private dining space inside, a room decorated with wood panneling and elegant mahogany furniture. It was a lovely space where the family could enjoy a meal and instantly feel relaxed. After blowing candels on an impressive mustang shaped cake, we stepped outside for family portraits.
Wedding Photography at the Luxury Home of Lord Beaverbrook
In addition to being a venue for private gatherings, events and parties, Beaverbrook’s elegant interiors and 470 acre gardens can be hired as an intimate wedding venue. Working as a wedding photographer, I am always drawn to venues that feel authentic, where the atmosphere is as important as the architecture. Beaverbrook is exactly that sort of place. It is grand and sophisticated yet warm and welcoming. From the moment I stepped in, the staff greeted me with warmth and kindness, directing me to where I needed to go.
I was inspired by the beautifully decorated gardens, seeing photo opportunities in every nook and corner. For a couple who wishes to have their wedding portraits taken here, the choices are limitless. From the stunning view of the surrounding Surrey Hills, to the stone garden temples, wide garden paths thoughtfully planted and alive with seasonal colour, views of the house itself - t - there is something for every taste.
If you’re thinking about Beaverbrook for your wedding or celebration, I can wholeheartedly recommend a visit. Take a walk through the gardens, linger over tea in the Morning Room, and imagine how your day might unfold. It really is a place where memories are made.
Surrey Wedding Photographer
My name is Mina, I am a professional family and wedding photographer working across London and Surrey. As a wedding photographer, I strive to capture the emotion and unique personalities of my clients during their wedding day. I use documentary style photography to portray the day unfolding, working with natural light to create relaxed, candid shots of you and your family and friends having a good time. My photography style is unobtrusive, professional and fun. I will give direction for big group shots and intimate couples shots to make sure I get the best possible picture, but otherwise I work quietly and discreetly to capture natural moments of you and your wedding party enjoying themselves. Please visit my wedding photography page for more information.
Get In Touch
If you’d like to talk more about photography at Beaverbrook or any other Surrey venue, I would love to hear from you. Please get in touch by sending an email to mina@minamilanovic-photography.com or fill out the contact form below.
Couples Photoshoot | Surrey Wedding Photographer
Professional couple photoshoot
I really enjoy photographing couples. A professional couple photoshoot is a great way of exploring a part of town, a park or woods, and getting to know the clients. I strive to provide my couples with a set of beautiful photographs which they can use as part of wedding planning, or simply as a memory of a special time in their life.
Pre-Wedding Photoshoot London and Surrey
Whether you are celebrating your anniversary, you recently got engaged or married, or you are moving to a different country, a couples photoshoot will capture this special time in your relationship.
Natural Couples Photo Sessions
My couples photography sessions take place outdoors and last roughtly 2h during which time we can take photos at a variety of locations. I try to arrange photographing couples in their faviourite locations, as well as using nature and natural elements as backdrops. I try to keep the sessions relatively informal to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere during the photoshoot. I will work with you to suggest poses and suitable backgrounds, but will also seek to capture more 'spontanious' moments which have a candid feel.
Surrey and London Engagement Photographer
I work across Surrey and London and can suggest different locations, depending on your personal preference and style. I have photographed couples on the streets of Dulwich and Peckham, as well as in more natural settings like Richmond park.
If you are planning a wedding, and would like to arrange an engagement photoshoot, please get in touch. My wedding photography packages start from two hours and go up to full day photography coverage. Have a look here for more information.
Surrey Family Photographer at Denbies Wine Estate
I had a great pleasure of photographing this joint surprise 60th birhtday party at Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking. It was a wonderful occasion with family and friends arriving from near and far to join Alan and Lesley celebrate their birthday.
Alan and Lesley’s son and lovely daughter-in-law, who are the owners of the first vegan pizzeria in the UK, Purezza, have organised this amazing celebration for them. And what a surprise it was! They had no idea where they were going or who was waiting for them. Have a look at their expressions when they entered the room - pure surprise and joy! The guests were treated to Denbies’ wines and a tour of the winery. It was really interesting to find out the history of the estate and geat to have the opportunity to photograph the guests appreciate the big canisters where wine is kept, enjoy the wine testing session in the moody Denbies cellar and having a good time afterwards!
As a family and event photographer, it is such a privilage to do a great variety of jobs, from quiet small family shoots to birthday parties to big family gatherings like this one! Photographing joyous occasions is definitely one of the perks of my job. I really enjoyed capturing Lesley and Alan’s family and friends on this very special occasion, and I hope they’ll look back on the photos in years to come.
If you are organising a special event, or a large family gathering and thinking of hiring a photographer to capture your day, please drop me an email - I would love to hear from you!
London and Surrey Event Photography / Southfields prom photoshoot
I was recently commissioned to do a family photoshoot in Southfields, South West London which was centred around the prom day. It was a lovely occasion where extended family came together to celebrate the accomplishments of a beautiful young girl who just finished her A levels. I was talking to a friend about this particular photoshoot and she said how it's so nice for young people, especially girls, to celebrate their academic accomplishments and have a bit of a dress up and a party to mark this personal achievement. I couldn't agree more more!
If you would like to have some photos taken at a prom, or another event, please get in touch to discuss your requirements. As a Surrey event photographer, I work across London, Surrey and West Sussex on different photographic commissions.
Post Wedding Photo Shoot / London Wedding Photographer
I was delighted to hear back from Paulina and Chris, who I photographed in autumn last year for a set of engagement photographs. This time, they asked me if I could take a few post-wedding photos, which was my first! Due to timing issues at the wedding ceremony, they couldn't have their couples photos taken and so we chose a London location they both liked and headed out on a chilly April afternoon to have a few photos taken. Paulina braved the cold in a stunning dress, with an attitute which would put some professional models to shame, and Chris was a natural in front of the camera. Their attitude and energy on the day made the session really relaxed and fun, and made my job so easy! Thank you to both of you for a fun afternoon, I had a great time and I hope you enjoy the photos. I wish you a lifetime of happiness together!
If you are thinking about having a post wedding day photoshoot, or you are looking for a wedding photographer, please get in touch - I would love to hear from you!
York House Wedding / London Wedding Photographer
As London wedding photographer, I work across London and Surrey photographing weddings at beautiful and unique venues. York House in Twickenham remains one of my favourite places to take wedding and engament photos. It is a beautiful 17th century stately home serving as Town Hall for the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The surrounding gardens are absolutely stunning and provide the perfect backdrop for wedding pictures.
The gardens, which still feature displays from Sir Ratan Tata's ownlership, including the the sea nymphs (or Naked Ladies) statue and the restored Japanese gardens, lead to the riverside. This is the ideal location for a few couples shots after the ceremony, moments away from the rest of the wedding party.
York House is also used for other events such as concerts, musicals or plays. I've been very privaliged to photograph a concert at the Clarendon Hall at York House. Amazing musicians and great memories from the night! Here are a few photos.
Bye bye 2017 / Richmond and Surrey Dog Family and Wedding Photographer
I met and photographed some amazing people (and pets!) this year. I can't wait to face many adventures and challenges 2018 will bring. Hope you all have a great evening and a fantastic New Year!
Richmond and Surrey Wedding Photographer in Primrose Hill
I met Paulina and Chris through a friend of mine so was delighted when I received and email asking me if I could take some photos to mark their engagement.
As Richmond upon Thames and Surrey wedding photographer, I work all across London, Surrey and the South East. The couple wanted a mix of greenery and urban atmosphere so we decided on London as location, and in particular Regent's park and Primrose hill as our two locations of choice. We had to work our way through the crowds in Regent's park but did eventually manage to find a few quiet spots which provided a beautiful autumnal backdrop for our photos. After some celebrity spotting (Liv Tyler and Woody Harrelson hanging out in Regent's park!) we headed towards Primrose Hill for a few city shots. We found quaint cobbled streets and lovely colourful houses which were the perfect setting for Paulina and Chris' city shots.
It is always nice to do a photoshoot for someone I know, and this one was no exeption! Below is a selection of my favourite photos from the day. If you would like to discuss photography for your wedding, please contact me through my website, email on mina@minamilanovic-photography.com, or call on 07793 677 867. You can also follow me on social media through my Facebook and Instagram accounts.
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!
Oaks Farm Wedding / Surrey Wedding Photographer
Oaks Farm Wedding Venue
Oaks Farm is a lovely Surrey wedding venue a few miles from Croydon and Bromley on the Surrey/Kent border. I photographed a wedding here for the first time on a foggy crisp day a week or so before Christmas.
Winter Wedding Photography
Clare and Chris exchanged their wedding vows in a beautiful ceremony in the stables building, before moving to the barn for some bubbly and their wedding breakfast. We took a bit of time away from the guests for a short stroll around the gardens and for a couples photoshoot. I really enjoyed photographing this winter wedding - there was a little bit of fog still present and the light was a bit dim - it all created a very special atmosphere.
To see a selection of photos from the day, please scroll down. If you are looking for a wedding photographer in Surrey or London, and would like to enquire about photography for your wedding, please contact me with your questions, I would love to hear from you!
