Coastal Wedding, Cornwall // Hannah and Ben

It was a joy to photograph Hannah and Ben’s wedding in Cornwall this month, my first beachside wedding! (of many I hope!)

Their intimate ceremony was held at Truro Methodist Church. Hannah and Ben then clambered into a (very clean) Land Rover and we headed off to Porthcurnick, one of their favourite beaches for the couple portraits. I spend such a lot of time photographing couples in rural settings in Somerset, which I love, but it was a real treat to be on the windy beach and doing something a little different.

They then joined guests at the Gerrans Parish Memorial Hall for a relaxed buffet reception some cracking speeches, and so much love in the room for Hannah and Ben. As soon as the sun broke through again we were back down on the beach again for games in the evening sunlight. Heaven.

This was such a lovely wedding to capture, thank you for having me there xxx

Splotts Moor Farm Wedding, Somerset

In August I worked alongside the wonderful Emma Stoner as her second shooter for the beautiful wedding of Jenny and Gavin. They were married at the St John the Baptist’s Church in Pilton, and went on to celebrate at Splotts Moor Farm in Somerset.

Guests enjoyed a drinks reception in the shady orchard (it was a scorcher of a day!) with a view of Glastonbury Tor before moving through to the custom built timber marquee which they had colourfully decorated with lanterns, sunflowers and photos.

It is always a joy to second shoot and have the time (and slightly less pressure!) to find the special moments, different angles and creative shots. Here is a selection of my images from Jenny and Gavin’e wedding, and you can also view Emma’s website here

Cadhay House Wedding, Devon // Sara and Tom

Tom and Sara got married in the grounds of Cadhay House in Devon, in the most beautiful garden ceremony set beside a lake. Tom and Sara live in Singapore and had already had a small legal ceremony in Singapore, but they considered this to be their main event! The ceremony was conducted by the grooms brother in law, who being a vicar was a total pro!

Following the ceremony they enjoyed drinks and canapés on the lawn to the sounds of Skedaddle as the guests meandered around the lake and grounds. I also took this opportunity to explore the beautiful secret gardens with Tom and Sara.

The guests then moved through to a large marque in another part of the garden for a BBQ feast and hilarious speeches. As the light started to fade and the temperature dropped the fire pit them became a popular spot, especially when someone whipped out the marshmallows!

This was one of my favourite wedding of the summer, a gorgeous super chilled couple, fun and friendly family and friends and the most beautiful wedding venue to take pictures in! Magic combo!

Venue : http://cadhay.org.uk

Furniture and prop hire: www.virginiasvintagehire.co.uk 

Music: https://skedaddle1.bandcamp.com/releases

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If you are planning a country house wedding and would like natural and informal, documentary-style wedding photography then please get in touch! I would love to photograph your day,

For more country house wedding venue ideas check out Pennard House and Sparkford Hall on my wedding venue list.

Llyn Gwynant Wedding // Charlotte and Matt

Matt and Charlotte got married at Llyn Gwynant Barns which lies in the most beautiful valley in North Wales at the foot of Snowdon.

This was a full weekend affair and guests arrived the night before to camp, swim in the lake, set up and be merry!

The humanist ceremony, performed by Matt’s brother, was held outside in a magical spot overlooking the lake. It was so personal and creative with readings from close family and their own personal vows.

The ceremony was followed by a drinks reception and hilarious games by the lake. Guests then moved into the barns for a BBQ dinner and some fab speeches.

Shortly after dinner (and a dip in the lake), the tables were cleared and the dance floor filled, just in time for the big surprise of the night! A (welsh) Mariachi Band! Matt and Charlotte’s wedding seriously rocked!

If you are planning a humanist wedding and would like laid back, fun, documentary-style wedding photography then please get in touch! I would love to photograph your day.

And if you are looking for a barn wedding venue in The South West then check out Over Barn on my venue feature list.

Venue: Llyn Gwynant

Copeland Gallery London Wedding // Camilla and Andy

It was a true honour to photograph my friends' Mills and Andy's wedding at the Copeland Gallery in Peckham, London. 

The Copeland Gallery is essentially a big- blank canvas- warehouse space, and with their creative eye and a team of friends and family, they set it up to be a super-stylish wedding venue. 

Camilla and Andy had an intimate ceremony conducted by a family vicar. They were blessed with remarkably good weather for mid-April and enjoyed canapés and bubbles in the courtyard.  We took informal and relaxed couple portraits around the Bussey building before they heading inside for dinner, hilarious speeches and a rocking party! 

Congratulations Mills and Andy you beautiful pair xxx

If you are looking for laid back, informal, documentary style wedding photography for your wedding then please get in touch! I’d love to photograph your day.

And for tips on planning a creative DIY wedding, check out my blog post.

Snowy London Wedding // Hsu and James

Hsu and James got married on the 3rd March, the anniversary of their first date. This was clearly a special date for them, and when planning their spring wedding they never could have anticipated that the beast from the east would hit the UK bringing snow storms, freezing temperatures and causing havoc across the country! 

At home in Somerset on the Friday I was completely snowed in! The trains were cancelled and only 4x4's were chancing the snowy roads. I was getting nervous! In the end I hitchhiked to Bath with some lovely policewomen and made a train to London in good time for the wedding. Phew! 

With a few guests sadly unable to attend the show went on! And what a fun wedding it was. This was wedding part 2 of 3! James and Hsu were legally married in the week with close family. The second part of the wedding trio was an intimate celebration at Forth Floor Studios in London with a blessing ceremony conducted by a close friend, followed by a mad hatter style tea party with cocktails in teapots and dancing into the night! It was a joy to photograph such a creative and personal wedding celebration with a couple who have so much fun together and are clearly so right for each other. 

And they still have one more wedding to go! 

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If you are looking for fun, laid back wedding photography then please get in touch! I’d love to photography your day.

And if you are looking for a wedding venue fit for a good party then check out Sparkford Hall on my wedding venue page. It has a night club in the basement!

London Jewish Wedding // Miriam and Stephen

Mariam and Stephen’s Orthodox Jewish wedding was held in London at the Jewish Learning Exchange on the 11th February. This was the first Jewish wedding I had attended and it was wonderful to photograph a day so rich in culture, history and celebration. 

Mariam and Stephen had an adventurous spirit and we had lots of fun outside shooting natural couple portraits around Hampstead Heath until it was completely dark!  

The evening concluded with dinner and LOTS of dancing!! What a fun day to be part of. 

London Winter Wedding // Aisling and Eoghan

Eoghan and Aisling LOVE Christmas and got married on the 9th December in London when festivities were certainly in the air. The church ceremony was held at St Etheldreda's Church, a beautiful and historic Roman Catholic Church in the heart of Clerkenwell. They then continued their laid back celebrations with mulled wine and a buffet at The Edward Liar in Holloway. The wedding car conveniently passed the Arsenal stadium (Eoghan is a big fan) and much to his delight there was time to hop out for a few photos! 

Camden Wedding // Kate and Mike

Kate and Mike celebrated their wedding in true London style in iconic Camden. The ceremony was held at Camden Town Hall where Kate lit up the room with her amazing 50's style dress and flashing shoes! They then hopped on a double-decker party bus to their reception at The Prince Albert. 

The Aperol Spritz were flowing and the day was effortlessly relaxed. Kate and Mike certainly knew how to throw a great party! 

Lambeth Palace Wedding // Ailsa and Simon

This was a very last minute booking, Simon and Ailsa had sadly been let down by their photographer but when I heard about their weddings plans, a ceremony at Lambeth Palace officiated but the Archbishop of Canterbury, I was very happy to step in and take the job!

The ceremony was held in the atmospheric crypt with beautiful classical music accompanying the hymns and service. They then moved upstairs for a drinks reception in the State Room where the Archbishop and the bride's 12-year-old son gave witty speeches, along with the groom and groom's sons. 

Drinks and canapés were served by Fwd:Events

Hawthbush Farm Wedding // Tom and Katie

It was a huge honour to be asked to photograph my friends Katie and Tom's wedding at Hawthbush Farm in East Sussex. They took over the whole farm and created a very personal and magical wedding. I don't mean to blow my own trumpet, but this couple have some very talented friends! And this was a wonderful collaboration of skills. From the flowers, the decorations, hair and makeup, wedding blessing, game making to Polaroid taking, BBQing, DJing - it was all done by friends. And not to forget the mother of the groom who made Tom's waistcoat, the cake, bunting, the list was endless! It was an amazing day and a very special wedding to be part of! Huge love to S&B xxx

If you are planning a humanist wedding and would like laid back, fun, documentary-style wedding photography then please get in touch! I would love to photograph your day.

And if you are looking for a barn wedding venue in The South West then check out Over Barn on my venue feature list.

Goodbye London

I came to London 9 years ago as a fresh photography graduate in search of a photography career. And after a lot of free labour, interning, assisting and hard graft, I got there! It has been an incredible journey following my passion, and I am proud to be making a living doing what I love. 

I have loved photographing weddings in iconic and quirky venues across London such as Borough Market (Above)

Southwark Cathedral

Islington Town Hall 

Stoke Newington Reserviour

Stoke Newington Town Hall 

The Londesborough, Stoke Newington

Dartmouth House, Mayfair

Beaufort House Chelsea, Kings Road
 

Hotel Du Vin, Cannizaro House, Wimbledon

Dinner by Heston Blummenthal, Knightsbridge

The Easton, Clerkenwell

Merchant Taylors Hall, Threadneedle Street

But its time to return to my west county routes and start a new adventure. I am looking forward to photographing the beautiful green landscape, weddings in fields and all that county bliss! 

Destination Wedding

As a guest! (even better!)

Having attended many weddings as a photographer it is always a treat to be a wedding guest and witness close friends make their vows and celebrate their love. On this occasion, I was also honoured to be a bridesmaid. But I still can't help myself bringing a camera and taking pictures throughout the day! A rural Italian setting with beautiful friends is a photographers dream after all! 

Venue: La Pesca Agriturismo - Broccostella

Wedding Planner: Debora Di Macio

Dress: Alice Temperley