A creative pre-wedding photoshoot at Virginia Water in Surrey | Meghan and Alex

Virginia Water in early autumn was a magnificent back drop to this romantic pre-wedding portrait session.

Meghan and Alex, like many of my couples, felt a bit awkward about being photographed and so they chose to meet me before their big day and get a bit of practice in.

It was a wonderful couple of hours. I enjoyed getting to know each other a bit, finding out about their story and their lives. Meghan is a bat expert, and I especially loved hearing about that. Truly, one of the best things about this job is getting to meet really interesting people!

The forecast was a bit rubbish but it turned out lovely and the sun cast a warm, magical glow over the just-turning leaves.

The couple had a beautiful connection, which shone through as they began to relax with the whole being-in-front-of-the-camera thing.

Being a London photographer, I photograph in the city a lot (which I love), but I also absolutely love getting out in nature, and it's not something I've had much opportunity for in the last few years.

I couldn't quite get over how beautiful it all was.

I'm sure their wedding at Lillibrooke Manor will be just as delightful! Can't wait.

Just got engaged? Get in touch with me and let’s plan a magical engagement shoot like this one :)

PS their wedding WAS delightful - check it out here.