The wedding day of Tjerk and Heleen starts for me at B&B De Swaen in Wijk bij Duurstede, where Heleen is preparing for the big day with her sisters and mother. With the entire attic floor at their disposal and a view of the wedding venue Castle Duurstede, this B&B is ideal for starting the wedding day. With Tjerk's arrival downstairs, tension rises, and everyone is excited to see how Tjerk and Heleen will react when they see each other for the first time at the first look on the stairs.
After the first look, I take Tjerk and Heleen for a walk in and around Wijk bij Duurstede to take wedding portraits. This town has countless beautiful spots to take really cool wedding photos; from the meadows surrounding the city to the small alleys and old streets; it's beautiful there. After this photoshoot, Tjerk and Heleen get in the car to drive to Castle Duurstede where the ceremony will take place.
They are warmly welcomed by all the guests who were eagerly awaiting the arrival of the bridal couple. Once everyone is seated outside, the ceremony can begin. It's a personal ceremony, and here Heleen, together with her sisters, shows that singing is in their blood by performing a beautiful song for Tjerk. With the kiss, the signatures, and the rings, it's official, and it's time to congratulate this newlywed couple.
The rest of the day is extremely musical thanks to the guys from Brood op de Plank; a fantastic acoustic band that has provided music for the entire wedding, from the ceremony to the end. And because of Heleen's enormous musical family, it's a real party where even during the reception, there is plenty of singing and dancing accompanied by Brood op de Plank. There are a lot of speeches, and just before dinner, we also take some beautiful portraits around Castle Duurstede itself. The wedding is concluded with good music and lots of dancing, and I go home with a satisfied feeling after this beautiful musical wedding at Castle Duurstede.
Tjerk and Heleen, what an amazing wedding full of unexpected moments. I thoroughly enjoyed it, thank you for trusting me to capture the story of your wedding in photos!
Wedding Venue:
Kasteel Duurstede
Hotel:
B&B De Swaen
Flowers:
BloemsierkunstHenk Ganzeman
Band:
Brood op de Plank