CANDLELIT WEDDING AT
THE MOUNT WITHOUT, BRISTOL
THE STORY OF ISLAY + SCOTT
“We are so in love, we can’t find the words! I keep re-looking at the gallery - I’m OBSESSED. Claire you are amazing. We’ve been sharing them with our family friends and we’re just in awe.”
Islay and Scott wanted a winter celebration that felt atmospheric and intimate, full of warmth, texture, and character. They chose The Mount Without in Bristol, a space that carries both history and edge, the perfect setting for a candlelit evening. The venue was transformed by hundreds of flickering candles, casting reflections across stone and glass. The result was exactly what they had hoped for - moody, cinematic, and deeply personal.
Islay wore Eva Lendel, a structured gown that caught the light beautifully and brought a quiet sense of glamour to the winter setting. Her look was finished with hair by faithful hairstyling and make-up by Stephanie Graham understated, modern, and perfectly balanced.
As a Bristol wedding photographer, I love how The Mount Without lends itself to this kind of day, raw textures, soft light, and an energy that feels both historic and contemporary. Every corner of this venue has character and tells its own story.
Working with an incredible team of creatives made the day flow seamlessly, from the detail in Islay’s styling to the way the space came alive once the candles were lit.