The Ultimate Alternative Wedding at Bristol Paint Works (With Fireball Shots).
The Ultimate Alternative Wedding at Bristol Paint Works (With Fireball Shots).
Morning prep & bridal vibes.
This Alternative Wedding at Bristol Paint Works began with Maisie surrounded by her girls — champagne toasts, nostalgic stories, present opening, and a few happy tears. Her bridal look? A stunning Heart Aflutter gown with statement sleeves that brought drama in the best way. The morning was a mix of laughter, excitement, and that electric feeling you get when you know something incredible is about to happen, with the magic finishing touches by Bridal by Naomi on hair and makeup.
Ceremony with a soundtrack for this wedding at Bristol Paint Works.
Their ceremony, led by London-based celebrant India Bel, was heartfelt, theatrical, and packed with surprises. Maisie made her entrance to Tom’s vocal group — the insanely talented Swinglesingers — singing from the balcony, setting the tone instantly. They swapped deeply personal vows, with Maisie’s own vocal group Its Choir Co performing mid-ceremony, and exchanged secret handwritten notes to read privately later during portraits. The School of Rock handshake at the end sealed the deal before a huge confetti tunnel courtesy of Just Hitched Confetti had everyone cheering.
Drinks, brass, and theatre curtains.
Guests poured into the garden for drinks while a roaming five-piece brass band — the awesome Brass Junkies Brass Band — kept the atmosphere buzzing. Family photos were taken in front of a dramatic black theatre curtain — a perfect nod to their shared love of performance.
Bold styling for an industrial backdrop.
The styling was next-level. A deconstructed floral arch by Wren & May Flowers framed the ceremony, then reappeared behind the couple’s seats for dinner. Pink table runners ran the length of the tables, with flowers perfectly matching the bridesmaids’ pink and orange dresses — bold colours that popped against the industrial setting of Bristol Paint Works. The eye-catching banner came from the creative minds at Daydreamer Creative Studio.
The most epic wedding breakfast entrance.
Maisie and Tom didn’t just walk into their wedding breakfast — they burst in to “Fireball” by Pitbull, guests waving napkins in the air before they downed a shot of Fireball. Speeches were heartfelt and hilarious: Maisie’s dad brought warmth and wit, Tom’s speech was emotional and raw, and the best man closed with comedic gold. Tom was sharp in his suit from Charles Tyrwhitt.
Golden hour portraits at a wedding at Bristol Paint Works.
We took portraits in the industrial back lot — studio fronts, roller shutter doors, clean lines — all bathed in golden evening light. Maisie and Tom read their secret notes to each other, shared quiet moments, and then headed straight back into party mode.
Chaos, dancing, and the perfect ending.
The evening kicked off with a first dance that was pure fun and energy — a sign of things to come. From that moment, they barely left the dance floor. Friends and family sang, danced, and partied with them right until the end, with DJ Reef Yac keeping the tunes pumping all night.
Thinking of planning your own wedding at Bristol Paint Works?
If you’re a carefree, creative couple dreaming of an alternative wedding in Bristol I’m the Bristol wedding photographer who’ll capture it all — the chaos, the laughter, the romance, and the ridiculous dance moves.
Get in touch here and let’s make it happen.
Suppliers
Photographer – @markhortonphotos
Venue – @paintworksevents
Celebrant – @indiabelceremonies
Dress Designer – @truvellebridal
Dress Shop – @heart_aflutter
Hair + MUA – @bridalbynaomi
Flowers – @wrenandmayflowers
Suit – @charlestyrwhitt
Banner – @daydreamer_creative_studio
Confetti – @justhitchedconfetti
Singers – @swinglesingers + @itschoirco
Brass Band – @brassjunkiesbrassband
DJ – @reefyac
