An Elegant Autumn Editorial Wedding Shoot at Rise Hall


An autumn editorial wedding shoot at Rise Hall, showcasing natural, relaxed photography with beautiful seasonal details, stunning couples, and timeless moments at a breathtaking East Yorkshire venue.

Bride and groom laughing and running through the grounds at Rise Hall with a vintage car in the background.

Autumn at Rise Hall


Autumn weddings have a unique magic, and last year I had the pleasure of capturing an editorial shoot at the stunning Rise Hall. With its grand architecture and charming surroundings, Rise Hall provided the perfect backdrop for a day filled with love, laughter, and breathtaking details.


This editorial shoot featured three wonderful couples, each bringing their own personality and style to the day. My approach to wedding photography is natural, relaxed, and editorial, and this shoot was a dream to photograph. From candid moments to carefully crafted shots, every image tells a story of romance and elegance.

Bride sat in chair looking out of a grand victorian window.
Wedding dresses hung on wooden wardrobe in Rise Hall.
Bride dancing in her morning gown in black and white at Rise Hall.
Bride looking out of window in her wedding morning gown at Rise Hall.
Bride looking and adjusting her wedding dresses hung on a victorian wardrobe.
Wedding dresses hung on wooden wardrobe on her wedding morning at Rise Hall.
Bride sat on a grand bed while she puts in her wedding earrings.
Groom adjusting his suit while smiling in the library at Rise Hall.
Wedding flowers and stationery on a wooden table in the library at Rise Hall.
Chessboard at Rise Hall.
Groom adjusting his suit while smiling in the library at Rise Hall.
Wedding stationery in burgundy and cream with autumnal colours.
Wedding stationery in burgundy and cream with autumnal colours.

Beautiful Autumnal Details


Autumn in East Yorkshire is truly special, and the seasonal details of this shoot made it unforgettable. The floral arrangements were a stunning blend of deep burgundies, burnt oranges, and soft neutrals, perfectly complementing the golden hues of the season. Each bouquet and table setting was carefully curated, adding a warm and romantic touch to every frame.


The cakes were equally breathtaking. From modern, minimalist designs to intricate, hand-piped pastries, each cake was a work of art. Capturing these beautiful creations was a joy, and they added a deliciously stylish element to the day.

Autumnal wedding flowers with red, burgundy, pink and white flowers.
Autumnal wedding flowers with red, burgundy, pink and white flowers styled into a ceremony space with draping in Rise Hall.
Autumnal wedding flowers with red, burgundy, pink and white flowers.
Bride and groom holding hands walking into their wedding ceremony at Rise Hall.
Editorial wedding photography detail of a brides dress.
Bride and groom having a kiss in their ceremony space at Rise Hall with autumnal flowers and draping.
Bride and groom looking towards each other during their wedding ceremony at Rise Hall.
Bride and groom have a dip kiss after their wedding ceremony at Rise Hall.
Bride and groom holding hands walking into their wedding ceremony at Rise Hall.

Three Unique Love Stories


Photographing three different couples in one day allowed me to explore a variety of settings and moods. Rise Hall offers so many picturesque spots, from its elegant interiors to its serene gardens.


Each couple brought their own chemistry, making every shot feel unique and genuine. My goal is always to create images that feel authentic and timeless, and this shoot was no exception.

Extravagant dessert table filled with cakes, pastries and candles in the dining room at Rise Hall.
Extravagant dessert table filled with cakes, pastries and candles in the dining room at Rise Hall.
Extravagant dessert table filled with cakes, pastries and candles in the dining room at Rise Hall.
Extravagant dessert table filled with cakes, pastries and candles in the dining room at Rise Hall.
Wedding reception table detail featuring autumnal fabrics, red and burgundy flowers and candles.
Wedding reception table detail featuring autumnal fabrics, red and burgundy flowers and candles.
Wedding reception table detail featuring autumnal fabrics, red and burgundy flowers and candles.
Wedding reception table detail featuring autumnal fabrics, red and burgundy flowers and candles.
Bride and groom snuggled on a sofa surrounded by autumnal flowers at Rise Hall.
Bride and groom walking through the grounds at Rise Hall with their vintage car.
Editorial wedding portrait session: Bride and groom holding hands while looking towards each other.
Editorial wedding portrait session: Bride and groom holding hands while looking towards each other.
Editorial wedding portrait session: Bride and groom holding hands while looking towards each other.
Editorial wedding portrait session: Bride and groom holding hands while looking towards each other.
Bride and groom naturally lit detail.

A Dream Venue for Every Season


Rise Hall is an incredible wedding venue, and this shoot highlighted its versatility and charm. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, Rise Hall offers the perfect setting. As an East Yorkshire wedding photographer, I love working at venues that offer beautiful spaces and endless inspiration, and Rise Hall is one of my favourites.

Bride and groom laughing and running through the grounds at Rise Hall with a vintage car in the background.
Bride and groom laughing and running through the grounds at Rise Hall with a vintage car in the background.
Bride and groom in the grounds at Rise Hall while the bride steps out of a vintage car.
Bride looking behind her while walking with her husband in the grounds of Rise Hall.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride and groom in the grounds at Rise Hall while the bride steps out of a vintage car.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride picking up her custom made wedding dress, a detail of the fabric.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride and groom running in the grounds of Rise Hall, holding autumnal flowers while laughing and smiling.
Bride and groom face towards each other while being lit by a grand window at Rise Hall.
Bride and groom holding hands, smiling, laughing while working through the grounds of Rise Hall.
Bride and groom holding hands, smiling, laughing while working through the grounds of Rise Hall.

Team: 

Planning, Styling & Host: Stories Of Events

Wedding Photography: Sam Sparks Photography

Florist: Emma Cox

Dress Designer: Kate Edmondston Bridal Couture

Stationery: Lucy McSpirit Design

Hair & Makeup: Daniella Makeup & Hair

Cake: The Orchid Kitchen

Venue: Rise Hall

Accessories & Shoes: Freya Rose

Veil: Debbie Carlisle