Wedding Photographer Stennack Farm Cornwall // Zoe & Matt

What a fantastic day at Stennack Farm! So good to be back shooting a wedding here. I love the laid back rustic feel and Zoe and Matt’s day was just amazing!

A little bit of drizzle on the way back from the church ceremony at St Stithian’s church but as soon as we were back and ready for photos the sun made an appearance again and it turned into a fine day and evening. Everyone enjoying the warmth of a summer’s evening, kids going crazy in the Bouncy Castle, good food, good music and good people. I’m feeling truly blessed to have been a part of their special day.

Here is a a small selection of my favourite photos…so many more…but these will have to do for now

Venue: Stennack Farm // Date: 27.07.2024

Wedding Photography Launceston Cornwall // Bethany & Alex

I have photographed Bethany’s sister’s wedding a couple of years back. It was during covid times and they managed to have a small intimate wedding at The Green. It was such a pleasure to see the whole family again for Bethany and Alex’ wedding in September!

I met them for getting ready images at Bethany’s parents house in Launceston before we headed to the nearby parish church for the ceremony. Such a stunning ceremony with Bethany’s mum doing part of the final blessing.

There was a lovely woodland footpath for some photos straight after the ceremony and if course we made use of the stunning Jaguar for some more portraits before we ventured to Cowslip Workshops for the reception. Unfortunately the weather turned and we couldn’t head out for our second portrait session. But the mist and drizzle didn’t spoil Bethany and Alex’ day. After some epic speeches they soon got into party mode.

What an honour to capture your very special day Bethany and Alex! Thanks for confiding in me the second time round and I really enjoyed catching up with your lovely family again. I can’t wait to show you the full gallery soon. For now, here is a little taster

Oh and thanks to the team at Cowslip Workshops for looking after me, the food was delicious!

Venue: St Patterns Church and Cowslip Workshops // Date: 30.09.2023 // Dress: Bridal Reloved Tavistock // Hair: Denise Perring // Flowers: Maggie Colwill // Cake: Jane Tyler // Bar and DJ: Colemans Event Hire // Wedding Stationary: Tavern Creative // Wedding Car: Best Day Ever Devon Wedding Cars

Harefield Barn WeddingPhotography Devon // Emma & Dan

Emma and Dan’s wedding at Harefield Barn in Devon was fantastic. They are such a lovely couple to work with and are truly made for each other. There was a strong bond and connection to feel between them which really helps to produce some great images.

I met Emma and her bride clan at her mum’s house in Exeter before we headed to St Jame’s church just up the road. Emma’s family have a strong connection to this church so the ceremony and music was breathtakingly beautiful. And their lovely labrador Toby did a great job as ring bearer. For everyone who knows me, I love vintage cars and Emma and Dan travelled in style in a beautiful blue Morris Minor to Harefield Barn for their reception.

It was my first time photographing a wedding at Harefield Barn and I instantly loved it. A gorgeous Barn venue located in the heart of Devon countryside with beautiful rolling hills as a backdrop. A great place to have a relaxed style wedding with your friends and family.

Emma and Dan’s day was blessed with blue skies and sunshine, so we spend most of the day on outside until the dancing started and oh my gosh, everyone was straight into it! Even I had a little tinkle in my legs. What a party!

Emma and Dan, I loved every part of your day and thanks a million for having me there, it was a pleasure capturing it. Here is a little taster for you…

Venue: Harefield Barn // Date: 02.09.2024 // Makeup: Just Josie MUA // Hair: Hair by Char // Flowers: Dotty Bee Floral Design // Dress: Madi Lane // Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Little Mistress // Photo Booth: Vintage Camper Booth // Music: AB-Y Wedding Band // Singer and Saxophonist: TBC

Wedding Photographer Chycara Cornwall // Tayler & Rich's Summer Wedding

Tayler and Rich had a beautiful summer wedding at Chycara with a ceremony in Mylor Church. Two beautiful locations in one day, a church overlooking the harbour in Mylor Churchtown and Chycara tucked away in sheltered woodland. The weather was forecasted to be one of the biggest UK heatwaves on record but Chycara’s woodland gave as some shelter form the scorching sun and it turned out a fantastic day. Great to work with Sean from ‘Sean White Wedding Films’ again, I think its a few years ago since we last documented a wedding together. Oh and thanks again for saving me falling down over the steps during the confetti shot!

I’m currently in an editing marathon as it has been a super busy season for me. So enough said, here is a little preview from this scorcher of a day, I let the images do the talking.

Ceremony venue: Mylor Church // Reception venue: Chycara // Makeup: Seija Richards // Hair: Hair by Holly, The Hair Boutique Truro // Dress: Bridal Studio Helston // Music: The Swing Kings // Videographer: Sean White Wedding Films

Devon Wedding Photography for a beautiful Dartmoor Marquee Wedding // Alice & Tim

I have an absolute gem to share with you today! Alice and Tim’s marquee wedding in Dartmoor, Devon was probably the most exhausting and intense day I have photographed this year so far, but so worth it! Al, my second shooter, and I had fun capturing this eventful day. I still don’t know how Alice and Tim managed to organise such an epic day, being both doctors with a busy lifestyle to say the least.

I love trips to Dartmoor with my dogs and quite often venture there for some hiking or mountain biking when have a rare weekend off. So when Alice and Tim asked me to photograph their wedding at Alice’s family private house there, I was really excited! Little did I know though, when I arrived at the House with it’s beautiful grounds, it blew my mind. It is a picturesque piece of Dartmoor on private land including an ancient wood, a stone circle and distant views to some of the better known parts of Dartmoor! What a place, so many photo opportunities. I was busting with ideas! The day was action packed though and we didn’t have too much time for couple portraits, so we had to work fast and just explore a few of the many options.

Al was covering the guys getting ready at a different location whilst I met the bridal party at the house. A relaxed morning with the ladies including some early tears…when Alice unwrapped her present from Tim, a pair of beautiful earrings from her favourite jewellers and the first look moment with dad I always love to capture if time allows…so much emotion!

The ceremony was at a church about 10 minute drive away. The chosen transport was Tim’s dad vintage Land Rover, for everyone who knows me, I have a weak spot for vintage style wedding cars out of the ordinary. So yes, I got a bit excited when they arrived in the rustic Land Rover!

Back at the house we only had a short session for couple portraits before the wedding breakfast was served in the marquee, so we were hoping to get another session in for sunset. We got lucky, the early evening shots turned out to be my favourites as the top field including the stone circle was flooded in golden hour light.

‘Joey The Lips’ were amazing and soon filled the dance floor after Alice and Tim’s impressive first dance performance. And after Alice’s mum surprise song we headed out for a sparkler exit and fireworks, the highlight of the evening and a great surprise for the guests. The party was long not finished, it only just started… the whole marquee was rocking, but for Al and I it was time to head back after nearly 14 hours of coverage and aching feet.

Alice and Tim, it was an honour to capture your magical day. It took me hours to select just a few of my favourite moments, I could have posted so much more, but I already exceeded the average number of photos for my blog posts, so here you go, enjoy…

Venue: private // Date: 2.07.022 // Makeup & Hair: Grace, Lips and Locks // Dress: Anna Bridal, Design Justin Alexander // Wedding Shoes: Steve Madden // Groom’s Suit: Moss Bros // Flowers: Fare of the Field // Cake: Claires Kitchen (pavlova), homemade cakes by friends // Band: Joey The Lips // Wedding Coordinator: Elisabeth Shell Events // special thanks to Second Shooter: Alastair Scarlett

Wedding Photographer Porthilly Cornwall // Victoria + Tom

When everything seems to fall apart for Tom & Victoria because of the ever-changing social distancing rules caused by the global pandemic they found a way to still get married with their closest family and the help of their parent’s neighbours. A beautiful small wedding at Porthilly and Rock in Cornwall. The full story coming soon.

For now here is a 20 image preview

Cornwall Wedding Phoography at Trelissick Gardens // Becky & Andrew

This day was truly magical! A fairytale wedding in Trelissick Gardens in Cornwall with stunning views over the Fal estuary.

I met the girls at Becky’s mum’s Cornish Cottage for the bridal preparation. Such a nice relaxed morning with the girls and Becky’s little daughter aka flower girl Sennen is truly adorable!

Becky and Andrew live in Germany and did the legal part of their marriage there so we ventured to Trispen church for a blessing and to Trelissick for the reception. It’s my first time shooting a wedding there and I must say it is gorgeous! Especially when the late afternoon sun comes out and floods the place with magical light to play with, a wedding photographer’s delight!

The evening started promising with grandma showing off her dance moves and even the little ones joining in.

Becky and Andrew, thanks so much for having me there to capture your wedding day at this stunning location. I hope you like this preview.

“Alexa captured our day perfectly. From start to finish she was fantastic, she was professional and quick to respond to my many questions. The day ran smoothly thanks to Alexa’s professionalism and great work ethic. You can see how incredibly passionate Alexa is about her work and always wanting to get the right shot, on a few occasions she laid on the floor and leant through windows to get the perfect shot. For us, getting the right photographer was one of the most important aspects of the wedding. The day goes by so quickly and the photos mean you can relive the day over and over and something we can share with our nearest and dearest. I thought it was a lovely touch for Alexa to share sneak peeks on social media and the preview was a lovely surprise and our photos are beautiful and we waited only a few weeks for all of them. One thing that drew me to Alexa was how she caught things in the moment and didn’t stage or pose anything other than a few of our couples portrait, but even then she asked us to just be natural with each other, have a kiss, look at each etc, she made us both feel very at ease. You wouldn’t know she was there most of time, she blended in well and I cannot sing her praises enough. Thank you a million times and for anyone looking for a photographer, Alexa Poppe is your girl. One of my favourite photos of the day, me and my beautiful daughter, a memory I will remember for ever you captured the moment perfectly”

— Becky Kendall

Venue: Trelissick Garden // Date: 29.06.19 // Flowers: Rosewood Florist // Makeup: Abi Murray // Hair: Sinead from The Shack Hair Salon // Dress: Amanda K Bridal // Music: TBC

Chycara House Wedding Photography // Beth & Justin

Beth and Justin are such a lovely couple. I met them the week before their wedding to discuss their day and just knew straight away this one would be fun!

I started the day early at Beth’s mum’s house in Truro where all the girls were getting ready. It was a lovely relaxed morning with lots of cups of tea and laughter. The ceremony was held in Truro Methodist church not far away by Beth’s dad, yes you heard me, he married his daughter and what a great ceremony it was! I have never been to a methodist ceremony and I did love the music and communal vibe. I found myself singing along quietly which never happened in a church before!

Straight after the ceremony we made use out of the dry spell and took some family shots just outside the church before the cream tea upstairs. Early afternoon we ventured to the stunning Chycara House. Beth and Justin traveled in style in a vintage 1930’s Beauford. I haven’t been to this venue before and I was impressed, such a beautiful spot tucked away in a sheltered green valley not far from Bissoe. They recently renovated the wedding barn and I love what they did! Beth and her crew did a great job with the styling and she made personal blankets for her guests to keep warm in the fresh late winter’s evening. The landscaped gardens are great for couple portraits. There are bridges, ponds and lots of foliage to work with. Although I couldn’t quite find the right perspective for the bridge shot and climbed into a pond to find myself knee deep in mud, maybe not the right idea this time of year, but I’m happy with the results!

Unfortunately Beth felt sick in the afternoon and disappeared just after the meal. We were all worried if she would make it back to the reception. After an hour of sleep she returned with a big applause and her evening outfit on. I’m so happy she made it back and could enjoy the evening!

The Ceilidh Dance is always a great entertainment at weddings, it gets everyone involved and I just love to capture the confused faces and funny moves..

A perfect day filled with love and I feel blessed to have played my part in it. Great to work alongside Beth’s brother Joel who did the videography.

Congratulations again to Beth & Justin, you were great x

Here is a preview for you…

Venue: Chycara House // Date: 16.03.19 //  Makeup: Jenna Loveridge of Jenna Jazz // Dress: Bleu Bridal Gowns // Hair: Zoe Salmon // Flowers: Beth’s mum // Music: The Cumberland Ceilidh Band // Wedding Car: Roaring 30’s Automobiles // Videography: Joel Dunn-Wilson

I really enjoyed photographing this lovely wedding at Chycara House. I’m on their recommended supplier’s list and would love to shoot more weddings there. So if you are planning a wedding there please contact me for further details

Wedding Photography Morwenstow, North Cornwall // Caroline & Ben

THE CEREMONY

Caroline and Ben tied the knot in the Church of St Morwenna and St John the Baptist in Morwenstow on the North Cornwall Coast. I was booked from the ceremony onwards and unfortunately missed one of my favourite times of the day, the bridal getting ready stage.

So I arrived at the church just after midday to capture the guests arriving for the ceremony. I’m always nervous with church weddings as some vicars seem to do anything to prevent you to take good photos in their church. I had one telling me and some videographers that we would only be allowed to shoot from the back of the church otherwise he will throw us out. I mean, what’s that for a welcome and how are you supposed to photograph the ceremony just from the back?? Gladly, today it was a very warm welcome by this lovely chap and his friendly laid back collie dog, which slept peaceful throughout the whole ceremony in the front of the church!

After the ceremony we ventured down the nearby Duckpool beach for photos, it’s not far away from where Ben proposed. Ben and Caroline chose a mini for their transport, so we were all equipped for some great shots.

THE RECEPTION

The reception was at Caroline’s grandma’s farm in a beautifully decorated marquee set in a stunning landscaped garden. The Driftwood bar with draft beer and cider was handmade by Caroline’s sister’s husband, very impressive!

For me the highlight of the day was Ben’s family singing a personalised version of ‘Sweet Caroline’ by Neil Diamond, a rather great performance and even better surprise!

Caroline and Ben, you and your friends and family were fabulous and so welcoming, I absolutely enjoyed every minute of capturing your beautiful wedding day. Thanks for having me there and I hope you like this little preview… the rest of the images will be ready to be send you very soon..

Venue: Morwenna Church & Coast to Coast Marquee // Date: 02.09.18 // Flowers: Jennifer Candy // Makeup: Penny Pascoe MUA // Hair: Jeneration Hair Design //Cake: Exe-Cellent Cakes // Music: The Stereo Jack’s

Cornwall Wedding Photography at Roscarrock Farm // Mat & Kate

It was an absolute honour when Mat asked me to photograph his wedding. He is a talented photographer himself and I always admired his work. In recent years he started Hailer Media, a marketing consulting agency in the heart of Cornwall. Have a look, some great stuff there!

So what do you get if you cross a talented photographer with a gorgeous blonde teacher and their cutest little son with a cherry picked selection of the best suppliers in the cornwall wedding business plus one of the most stunning wedding venues Cornwall has to offer? You get Kate and Mat's picture prefect wedding at Roscarrock Farm near Port Isaac. A day filled with friends, laughter, good vibes and love.

Roscarrock is a farm with walled gardens overlooking the beautiful cornish north coast. A spectacular setting which has been used for TV and Film productions before. Roscarrock was Nampara in the original series of Poldark, Winston Graham was said to have written the books based on Roscarrock. It was my first time there and I love it! It feels feel like you are at a country house summer party.

To top it all off, the day was blessed with beautiful blue skies and sunshine. I was only booked for the ceremony and the afternoon and left just after the space hopper football game, but I wish I could have stayed on as it looked like there was an awesome party on the way! Well at least I got to taste some of Ben's (Woodfired Canteen) super delicious food on the way home...

Here is a little taster for you, Mat & Kate! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did shooting your your absolute corker of a day!

Venue: Roscarrock Farm // Date: 07.07.18 // Flowers: Bruallen //  Makeup: Fran Bennetts MUA// Hair: Lisa Vercoe // Marquee: Ashley Events // Dress: Amanda K Bridal // Food: Woodfired Canteen