I joined Rebecca, her mother and her daughters getting ready.

We went across to the Augustine Priory where Ty was waiting – a tad emotional – with the guests and lovely Kent registrars.

Rebecca’s mum had set up a surprise dove release for Rebecca, Ty and their daughter Coco.

Rebecca, Ty and myself took a few minutes for some portraits out of the bright sunlight, including a garden bench where Ty had proposed.

While they rejoined their guests for drinks, children were making the most of the gardens, including a tree-slung horse swing.

Coco took a huge liking to Orville and spent much of the reception cuddling him, although when he decided to make a bid for freedom, there was child carnage left in his wake.

Just as the sun was fading, the speeches and Rebecca and Ty’s first dance took place and I left them and their guests to celebrate.

Helen was walked into their wedding ceremony by her brother.

Then there were drinks on the outdoor deck.

We started Helen and Mattie’s portrait session by waiting for the lift – and making the most of this red counterweight that floats onto the St Paul’s pavilion floor when the lift is on a particular floor (no idea which one).

Wooden panels, the Thames riverside and sunlit balcony also came into play.

Time for the Hayward – with some guests stopping for a break along the way. I especially loved some of the contrasting footwear.

The wonderful thing about the Neto exhibition was its emphasis on fun and interaction – including a funky pool on the Hayward’s roof. Guests had been invited to bring their swimming costumes and this is most definitely the first time I’ve ever photographed a bride and groom in a bikini and trunks – and the first (& hopefully last) time I’ve had water splashing towards me and the camera.

One of Helen & Mattie’s guests was a keen photographer – so I took a couple of portraits of him – you can decide which is his best side.

Helen and her family really got into the swing of the exhibition.

Helen and her new mother in law – how sweet are they!

Helen, Mattie and I LOVE the Hayward’s concrete stairs, although they don’t usually have such stunning light fittings as this.

Outside, the light was fading and it was time to return to the South Bank Centre for partying … and a few more portraits on the way.

Guests who had gone ahead await Helen and Mattie.

Helen does a quick check that Mattie is choosing something suitable … Mattie is thinking perhaps Duran Duran.  And the party is properly underway.

We started with some portraits of the smiley Patrick in the Shooting Gallery, where the ceremony was held.

The Haymarket’s Marco putting on Patrick’s rose buttonhole.

Double-checking a few last details.Elizabeth arrives with her father. They’re both very smiley, aren’t they!After the ceremony, we went walkabout with our smiley couple, best man and bridesmaid.Some portraits by the National Gallery.And a number with Big Ben and Trafalgar Square in the background.Wanting to make the most of the National Gallery’s building work hoarding.In the left hand photograph, the lovely lady you see chatting to the best man and bridesmaid was visiting from Toronto and very kindly moved so Elizabeth and Patrick could have their photographs with Big Ben. And then back to the Haymarket for a few more portraits.

The hotel has some chic oversized lamps and a light sculpture over its pool that changes colour.

And before I left Elizabeth, Patrick and their guests to enjoy their wedding breakfast, captured some details of their private dining room.