Micro Wedding Photography at The Green Cornwall // Leanne + RossNE

LEANNE & ROSS

WEDDING AT THE GREEN CORNWALL

Leanne and Ross tied the knot at The Green in Cornwall late August this year. They decided to go ahead with their wedding in a smaller circle rather than postponing it to next year. I definitely think they were rewarded for their commitment to have a micro wedding, it couldn’t have been a better day, beautiful sunshine, great vibes and a fantastic team eager to deliver them the day of their lives. This is my first full day coverage since lock down and I started to love documenting these small and intimate wedding days, so special and much more relaxed than a big celebration. Smaller weddings are the way forward for the near future!

They had a beautiful outdoor ceremony under the oak arbour, followed by a relaxed afternoon with just their closest friends and family. Sadly the best man couldn’t attend the wedding, but he was there in spirit or you may call it a photo on a stick. He kept appearing everywhere…Another constant companion was Ruby, Leanne and Ross’ adorable Cockapoo. Count how many images you will find him in…

Unfortunately dancing or a first dance is not allowed under current COVID 19 restrictions, but talented Kaj Music sorted for a great ambient evening entertainment outside the great barn accompanied with garden games a gin bar and lots of laughter.

Leanne and Ross proved once again that a small wedding can be a magical ‘big day’

Here you go, a sneak peek, I hope you enjoy the images as much as I loved documenting this fantastic day…

Venue: The Green Weddings in Cornwall // Date: 29.08.2020 // Flowers: Ross’ sister Liana // Hair: Red Hair Liskeard // Dress: Pronovia // Food: The Green // Cake: Leanne’s friend // Suit: Moss Brothers // Music: Kaj Music

I had an amazing time shooting this Wedding at The Green Weddings in Cornwall. This beautiful venue not far from Bodmin Moor serves as a perfect setting for any Wedding Ceremony and there are plenty of photo opportunities for all weather conditions. If you’re planning on having a wedding at The Green or anywhere in the UK, then please get in touch, I’d love to hear all about it and have the opportunity to be your wedding or elopement photographer.

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Cornwall Wedding Photography Trewornan Manor Cornwall // Donna + Tom

Donna and Tom had a rollercoaster of wedding preparations due to the global pandemic. Inspite of postponements , cancellations, being let down by venues and much more they were committed to get married this year and they did it in style. I love the venue they have found last minute, beautiful Trewornan Manor is located a few miles out of Rock. It has landscaped grounds and you can get married outside under oak trees in a beautiful setting. Just the right place for Donna and Tom who both love the outdoors.

The day couldn’t have been better for it, beautiful sunshine and a lovely atmosphere greeted me when I arrived for the getting ready photos. After the ceremony and outdoors speeches we ventured out to Rock beach for some couple photos on the beach. Unfortunately receptions with music and dancing aren’t allowed for weddings at the moment. So they ventured to a pre booked restaurant for their dinner. Shame, I would have loved to stay for a party and dancing!

What a magical day, so full of love and a true fairytale wedding!

Here is a small collection of some of my favourite moments…nit long now for the rest of your photos Donna & Tom! xx

Cornwall Wedding Photography at Knightor Winery // Jess + Nat

Jess and Nat had a small intimate socially distanced wedding at Knightor Winery in Cornwall early August and hired me for a 2 hour elopement package. It was the first time back at Knightor this year after lock down and I was pleased to see everyone there again after that long.

Knightor is such a lovely relaxed venue, the perfect place for smaller to medium sized wedding ceremonies. With it’s cosy barn conversions and beautiful gardens it offers lots of beautiful backdrops for your photos. And if you haven’t done so yet you should try their Cornish wines, they are delicious. You can even add a wine testing session to your wedding reception.

Jess and Nat got so lucky with the weather and they had an outdoor ceremony, just what they wished for.

I have only spend a short time with them, but enjoyed every minute documenting their special day, the love, the fun, the moments of togetherness with their loved ones.

Here is a mini preview of the day. Jess and Nat, you were fabulous! Not long now until all your images are edited.

Please email me if you’re planning a wedding at Knightor or in Cornwall, I have only a few spaces left for 2022!

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

Wedding Photography at Lower Barns in Cornwall // Sam & Andy

My first wedding back this season and I had the pleasure to visit one of my favourite Cornish venues the fabulous Lower Barns!

It has been a rollercoaster the last few months with most of my weddings postponed to next year and beyond. For most suppliers in the wedding industry 2020 supposed to be a busy year, but then the global pandemic kicked in and what was a busy year ahead crumbled! It must have been just as bad for some of the couples who had to cancel or postpone their weddings and plan all over again trying to coordinate their suppliers for new dates etc..

Well for some couples it turned out ok, they could still keep their original wedding dates when the social distancing restrictions eased a bit. One of them are the lucky Sam and Andy. I’m so pleased for them as their wedding day turned out to be as they planned for, a relaxed afternoon with their nearest and dearest and 2 dogs. They didn’t want all the fuss of a big wedding, but guess what, they had 2 wedding cakes! Don’t underestimate the importance of cake, ha, ha!

I feel blessed to have spend a few hours with them capturing it all. Here is a small collection for you, I hope you like it!

If you’re getting married at Lower Barns please contact me about my wedding and elopement photography packages

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 21.07.2020 // Flowers: Cornish Farm Flowers // Hair: Hair by Emma C // Dress: Adrianna Papell // Food: Lower Barns // Cake: Lower Barns & Claire’s Sweet Temptations // Bridesmaids Dresses: Jolie Moi // Suit: Ted Baker

Postpone don't cancel!

I’m really sorry some of my clients having to deal with this crisis at the same time as planning their wedding. I know you never expected to be having to do this, and it's uncertain times for us all but together we can get through it! I'm here to help and make it as stress free as possible. If it turns out you have to postpone then I've got a procedure in place to make it as stress free for you as possible...

IF YOU'VE NOT YET SET A NEW DATE - Work with me to make sure I can be there on the new date, I still really really would love to be your photographer with all my heart and soul. This whole episode has just made me even more passionate about capturing the love and happiness in the world, and so grateful to be able to share these occasions with people like you. We are a small network of wedding industry businesses down here in Cornwall and we will do everything in our power to make your wedding happen at a different date later on this year or if not possible next year. September and October can often be nicer down here in Cornwall than May and June, I’m not kidding! And on top of it I offer you a 20% discount on full day (full price) packages if you decide to postpone your wedding to a date in between October 2020 and March 2021.

ONCE YOU'VE SET THE NEW DATE - I will ask you to sign a new contract for the new date at the same price you're paying now - Your initial payment will carry across to the new date with no penalties, so you won't lose out financially at all - I will ask you if possible to pay 50% of your balance payment at the time of rearrangement - times are so hard and uncertain now for tiny businesses like mine and this cash flow will help me get through this blip - Your remaining balance will be due a month before the new date If you've got any questions as things develop, or you just want to have a chat about anything - text, email or call me. We can jump on a Skype or anything any time you want a chat. I'm here to help as much as I can.

Take care of your physical and mental health during this time and I can't wait to see you soon.

Together we are strong and we will make the celebration of your dreams happen!

Sending you lots of Love!

Alexa xxx

Cornwall Wedding Photography at Knightor Winery // Sophie + Joe

My last wedding this season and what a way to finish in torrential rain!

It was my first ever Jehova’s Witness ceremony, which was held at the Kingdom Hall in St Austell. Afterwards we moved on to Knightor Winery for the reception. The ceremony was finished after 4pm and we had to be fast to get some photos done before the light was fading. Well gladly Sophie and Joe were so easy going and keen on getting some good photos of their day that we ventured out in wind and rain and made it work. We even found some lovely sheltered spots around Knightor’s grounds for some beautiful autumnal wedding photos

Knightor Winery has consists of beautiful rustic barns, perfect for smaller to medium sized weddings like this one. Beautifully decorated with lots of fairy lights and candles giving it an extra special festive look. I guess that’s the positive side of fading day light, the dark time of year can add a cosy and festive atmosphere to your celebration.

Sophie and Joe booked me for my half day package from ceremony until just after the speeches. Here is a preview of their day

If you are getting married at Knightor Winery or anywhere in Cornwall or Devon please contact me for further information.

Venue Ceremony: Kingdom Hall St Austell // Venue Reception: Knightor Winery // Date: 25.10.19

Cornwall Wedding Photographer at Knightor Winery // Dylan + Jake

Dylan and Jake tied the knot late September at Knightor Winery. I love this venue for smaller weddings, it is located na stones throw away from the Eden Project and not far from St Austell and the South Cornwall Coast. A working winery with historic barns and 4 acres of land, an outside arbour and beautiful gardens it is a great location for your wedding celebrations and offers beautiful photos opportunities. The food is prepared from local produce and served with superb wine.

The weather was rather temperamental and kept changing, one minute it would be super sunny, the next minute the heaven’s gates opened with heavy downpours, at times it would happen all at once. Hence they had an indoor ceremony in one of the venues cosy barns. It also meant that we had to stay felxible with the photos and ended up doing a few sessions when it stopped raining.

The speeches were rather touching and tears were shed… I stayed until the first dance which soon after filled the dance floor. I’m sure Knightor’s fantastic wines had something to do with the party starting early in full swing…

Dylan and Jake, thanks so much for having me documenting your fantastic wedding day. Here is a little taster of the 6 hours I shared with you…

“We couldn’t recommend Alexa enough! Alexa’s work can clearly speak for itself as she is able to capture such intimate moments so beautifully. We honestly still keep looking at the pictures Alexa took of our special day and can’t help but smile and see more detail each time we do, On the day Alexa was amazing. She made us feel so at ease, took the time get to know us and what we liked and made everything feel so natural and easy. For us not being people who like our photo’s being taken, Alexa did such a wonderful job. Alexa was amazing with our guests. All of them have commented on how she effortlessly fit into the wedding and was brilliant at making everyone feel welcome, comfortable and at ease with her being there. If you are thinking of using Alexa, do it!! It will be the best decision you make!! Alexa was amazing from start to finish! ”

— Dylan & Jake

Venue: Knightor Winery // Date: 26.09.19

Cornwall Micro Wedding Photography at Lusty Glaze // Sami & Lee

Sami and Lee tied the knot at Lusty Glaze on a beautiful sunny September day here in Cornwall. They had a small intimate day with just their closest family and friends. The beach was literally empty as the weather forecast was not as good as it turned out. I love photographing micro weddings and elopements, they just feel so special and I get to focus on the individual people more.

Sami and Lee I promised you a little preview. So here you go, I hope you like it.

If you’re looking to get married at Lusty Glaze in Cornwall please contact me for further details

“We had Alexa photograph our small, intimate, relaxed wedding in September 2019 at Lusty Glaze Beach in Cornwall. Alexa made us feel so relaxed from start to finish, she captured our day perfectly and we are so, so happy with the results. We had great communication from the day of booking until the wedding from Alexa and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much Alexa!”

— Sami & Lee

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 10.09.19

Lusty Glaze Beach Wedding Photography // Richard + Hannah

It's not every day I can speak German to the guests at a wedding. Richard is german and Hannah english, so a few of the guests and family came over from Germany for their gorgeous beach wedding at Lusty Glaze here in Cornwall. It was a nice change to use my mother language at work, although I got a bit confused when to speak German and English, something I do, don’t ask why! I dream and think in English and count in German…strange I know..

Another short package for me, so I started just before the ceremony and stayed until just after the speeches.

Hannah's dress was just gorgeous! So nice to see a coloured wedding dress, something a bit different and the turquoise colour a perfect match to the Cornish Sea on a sunny day. I wondered how they perfectly matched it to Richard's tie - well I found out both the tie and dress were specially taylored for the day out of the same material. I like your style Hannah & Rich!

A lovely laid back day on the beach for the two and their friends and family. Filled with sunshine, blue skies, all around good vibes, great music by the talented Kaj and delicious food prepared by the team at Lusty. I just wish I could have stayed for the evening as I'm sure I missed a beautiful sunset!

Here is a little sneak peek, hope you like it.

If you are planning to get married at Lusty Glaze please contact me. I’m one of their recommended suppliers and I actually live close by so we can always meet for a coffee to talk about your wedding plans.

“We hired Alexa for our wedding in September. Her service was very professional and we are very happy with the pictures that she took of the event. During a personal meeting beforehand we discussed what kind of pictures we were looking for. I would highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!”

— Richard Roethe

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 08.09.19 // Flowers: La Collina Gardens Hastings // Music: Kajmusic