Elopement Photography at Lower Barns in Cornwall // Nicky & Joe

Nicky and Joe finally got married early march at Lower Barns in Cornwall after postponing their wedding day twice. They decided to have an elopement with not too much fuss and make it a weekend get away for just the two of them and their adorable little pooch.

More and more couples opt for a low key wedding. Elopements are a great alternative to a big wedding. You can enjoy your day your way, there is less planning involved, you won’t have to be in the spotlight or follow strict timelines but rather enjoy more time together. Nicky and Joe did just that. They also didn’t want the typical beach portraits and opted for a visit to St Austell Brewery instead to enjoy burgers and a beer, they said it’s just more like them…when I heard this, I knew it’s going to be a great day to photograph. I like things a little different! And what a lovely pair to work with…

Here is a small selection of my favourites…

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 02.03.2022

Cornwall Elopement Photographer at Tremenheere Sculptured Gardens // Nuala & Daniël

Nuala and Daniël opted for a runaway wedding at Tremenheere Sculptured Gardens in Cornwall. This beautiful garden on the South Coast is is a real Cornish Gem. You could believe you are somewhere on a tropical island, so beautiful! Nuala and Daniël were blessed with a relative mild and dry day for December so they had an outdoor ceremony in the Pagoda on top of the hill overlooking St Michael’s Mount, which was wrapped in a mystical mist that day. It really was a fairytale elopement wedding and you wouldn’t believe it was Winter!

Here is a small collection of my favourite photos from the day…Nuala and Daniël, thanks again for letting me document your truly magical day…

Venue: Tremenheere Sculptured Gardens // Wedding Coordinator: Petite Weddings // Flowers: Lafonia Flower Company

Devon Wedding Photographer Tunnels Beaches // Sarah & Tristan

I couldn’t wait for this one, I wanted to tick Tunnels Beaches wedding venue up in North Devon off my bucket list since ages. I have seen stunning photos from this place and was so excited when Sarah and Tristan booked me for their special day there. The beach with it’s puddles and dramatic rock formations looks like something out of another world. And the architecture of the actual venue nestled into the cliff is just stunning.

We didn’t plan for storm Arwen with 60 mph plus north westerly winds and heavy downpours though! However I heard that Sarah and Tristan wanted their special day to be stormy to give it that little bit extra drama. They met sailing and love the sea, the wilder the better!

Sarah’s dad was a bit concerned how he would get his daughter safely through the tunnel without the wind messing up her outfit. The direction somehow made the wind funnel through the tunnel and it was a struggle to walk through it! He had a plan: He looked for the biggest umbrella in the house to hold it as a shelter in front of them. I was slightly concerned the thing would be strong enough and not collapse. But he got her to the other side safely and hair, dress and makeup were still in place.

The ceremony was held on the first floor overlooking the sea. It was somehow cosy in there with the warm lights and the wild sea smashing against the shore just beneath you and the just 15 guests were just enough to fill the room nicely.

Sarah’s dad is a professional photographer too, oh yes, pressure on, ha ha! No honestly a bit if pressure makes me work even better and he really understood what’s needed to assist me to get the right shots. Photography was one of the top most important things for their very special day. I totally agree, after all the day goes by so fast and the photos are the one thing you have left as a memory to treasure for years to come. After the ceremony we had to wait for a dry spell in between the heavy showers to venture to the beach for the couple portraits. Thankfully Sarah and Tristan were so keen to get some stunning shots that they were super flexible with their schedule. And we were lucky! We had ca 30 minutes without rain, the tide was just right and even the sun came out for a brief glimpse helping me to produce some dramatic shots. I’m super pleased with the results and I hope you are too.

Here is a small preview for you, Sarah and Tristan! As I promised just before Christmas….I hope you like what you see.

Venue: Tunnels Beaches // Hair & Makeup: Brighteye Beauty Devon // Mother of the Bride’s and Flower Girl Hair: Vera K Bridal Hair // Flowers: Sweet Williams Flowers Ilfracombe // Dress: Bleu Bridal Gowns // Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss //Music: Sam Dowden

Cornwall Wedding Photography at Lusty Glaze // Chelsea & Dan

Chelsea and Dan are one of my other Covid rollercoaster couples. They originally were supposed to get married last year, then had to postpone their wedding to this year August, only to find out that they tested positive and had to find a new date again in September. At least we managed to do an engagement shoot on Perranporth beach before all the chaos kicked in. I really enjoyed meeting the lovely pair at the time and was really looking forward to their wedding at Lusty Glaze. So I was even more disappointed when I had another wedding booked already for their final wedding date. Gladly the super talented Debs covered for me and did an amazing job documenting their small beach wedding here in Cornwall.

She met them for their bridal preparation photos at Tolcarne beach in the morning. The day looked promising, blue skies and sunshine all around. The ceremony was at 2pm at Lusty Glaze, actually it’s just the next cove. You can walk to it from Tolcarne beach on a low tide.

They had a relaxed family day on a private beach with just 30 guests, a super chilled day in a private cornish cove. What more could you ask for on your wedding day, good things come to those who wait!

A sneak peek here for you…

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 29.09.2021

Beach Wedding Photography at Lusty Glaze Cornwall // Emma & Tom

I can’t believe I photographed this wedding back in August! Firstly I want to apologise to all my couples who are still waiting for their galleries. I normally post previews like this within ca 2 weeks after your wedding, however this season was so busy that I’m way behind with the editing! I’m trying my best to catch up and working 7 days a week, but there is only that much I can do. So normal delivery time is 6-8 weeks, this season it is up to 12 weeks. I want to take the opportunity to thank all my lovely couples for their patience and understanding and I promise you it will be worth the wait!

Emma and Tom booked me for a really small coverage, I have only spent 3 hours with them including ceremony and a few images on the beach afterwards. I’m super pleased with the results though and what we captured in that short time, it’s like a mini snippet of a super fun day on the beach! So Emma and Tom, here is your long awaited preview. And even better news, your final gallery is ready soon too. I hope you like what you see…

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 31.08.2021

Lusty Glaze Beach Wedding Photography // Susie & Sean

Susie and Sean booked me for a short 3-4 hour package for their small beach wedding back in August at Lusty Glaze. I met the bridal party in St Columb Minor for their getting ready images. It was lovely to meet all the girls before the big day started…

At Lusty we were blessed with a hot day, slightly overcast, but the beach was buzzing with people, well it was the middle of August and the busiest season ever in Cornwall! We only had ca 30 minutes for all the photos and it was challenging on a busy beach like this to say the least! Gladly we found a quiet corner for a few minutes t take some nice portraits of Susie and Sean. Did you know you can book the whole beach and have the cove closed to the public for your special day? I highly recommend this as it is so much more relaxing than looking at wind breakers etc all day…

So Susie and Sean, i hope you like your mini preview. Not long now for your final gallery to be ready!

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 10.07.2021 // Makeup: top 2 toe // Hair: Number 8 Hair Dressing // Dress: ASOS // Cake: Choukette NQY// Flowers: Artisan Dried Flowers

Knightor Winery Wedding Photography Cornwall // Claire & Andy

Claire and Andy got marred on the 24th of July at Knightor Winery with ca 40 guests, a small relaxed summer wedding in Cornwall. They were blessed with a mild day and most f the wedding was spend outside in the beautiful courtyard of Knightor. Unfortunately some of their guests couldn’t attend because they tested positive with Covid including Andy’s brother who was holding his best man’s speech via Zoom. It was extremely touching seeing all the emotion in the room during that speech! You could just tell Andy would have loved to have his brother by his side on his special day…

The Wine tasting was loved by all the guests and is always a great addition to your wedding here at knight Winery. My personal favourite is the ‘Carpe Diem’ Rosé.

Laura Kelly’s live music created a vibrant evening atmosphere in the courtyard when I left and I’m sure they had a a brilliant night.

Here you go, Claire and Andy, a small preview for you to shorten the wait for your final images…

Venue: Knightor Winery // Makeup: Carly Angove // Hair: Lisa Gadsby Hair // Flowers: Blooms and Posies // Cake: Westcountry Cheese Company // Groom’s Suit: Next // Bridesmaids Dresses: Le Closet de Chanel // Shoes: Jenny Packham

Wedding Photographer Cosawes Barton Cornwall // Kim & Scott

It was a pleasure to photograph Kim & Scott’s heatwave wedding at Cosawes Barton recently. It’s been a while I worked at this stunning venue and I was excited to head back there!

They had a beautiful wedding ceremony in the outside arbour. I loved the back light there at the time of the day, it added some true magic to the images. The day continued in relaxed garden party style. Everyone chilling out under the shade of the trees as it was so hot, before a high tea was served in the marquee followed by brief speeches. We originally planned to head to a nearby beach for the couple portraits, but I had my concerns with it being the middle of the day during a heatwave, I guess the whole Cornwall ventured there which would have made it hard to produce some great images. So we headed to Kennall Vale, a nearby Wildlife and Nature Reserve to find shelter from the sun in this beautiful woodland. I loved all the photo opportunities there and it was much cooler than on the beach!

The cocktail bar was in full swing when we arrived back from the woodland and some of the guests had a great time joining the kids on the climbing frame and swing. Kim and Scott weren’t keen on a first dance so instead the evening started with a classic drinking game. Relaxed summer vibes all around! I’m so blessed to be able to photograph such gorgeous relaxed vibe weddings recently!

Here is a little taster from the day. Kim and Scott, thanks again for letting me photograph your very special day. Not long now for your final images…

Venue: Cosawes Barton // Date: 17.07.2021 // Hair and Makeup: Cornwall Hair and Makeup // Cake: TBC // Flowers: TBC // Dress: TBC // Wedding & Event Consultant: Hazel Parsons // Music: Kaj Music

Wedding Photography at The Green Cornwall // Rachel & Phil

Rachel and Phil were third time lucky. They had to change their wedding plans 3 times before they finally said ‘I do’ at The Green in Cornwall. They were supposed to get married elsewhere but couldn’t manage to find a date with the original venue so they had to re-organise their wedding day which eventually lead them to The Green. But good things will come to those who wait…as Phil mentioned in his speech they were overwhelmed by the friendliness of the staff and the beautiful venue and couldn’t be happier that their path led them here to get married. It is indeed a great venue, with lush woodland surrounding the beautifully converted barns and an atmosphere of tranquility in this quiet green valley just on the doorstep of Bodmin Moor.

They only had 20 of their friends and family to celebrate with them and 3 dogs including their adorable bloodhound Suzie who managed to get a lot of attention…

After quite a few Gins the game of Rounders became quite competitive and so did the Speed Quiz in the evening.

I feel truly blessed to have photographed their relaxed vibes small wedding for them on a perfect sunny day at just the right location…so here you go, I selected just a few of my favourite shots in the collection below. I hope you like them.

If you are planning to get married at The Green or anywhere else in Cornwall, please contact me for availability. My diary is filling up fast for 2022/23!

VENUE: The Green Cornwall // MAKEUP: Penny Pascoe // HAIR: TBC // CAKE: Dollybirdbakes // DRESS: TBC // FLOWERS: TBC

Cornwall Lower Barns Elopement Photography // Lauren & Dan

I’m always get so excited when I drive to slower Barns for an elopement wedding especially after a long lock down with no weddings happening for a while.. Lauren and Dan tied the knot there end of April , just the two of them celebrating a romantic get away with their lovely little dog ..

LAUREN & DAN

LOWER BARNS ELOPEMENT

The ceremony was held by the amazing registrar James Murray on his last day at work. I’m sure the Cornwall Wedding Industry will miss him as he always added that magic touch to weddings, some words of wisdom and wishing well to the newly married couples at the end of each ceremony, just a personal touch which makes it just that little more special.

After the ceremony we had a photoshoot in the beautifully Lower Barns grounds first before we headed to Caerhays beach to make the most out of the sunny day.

A little preview here…

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 27.04.2021 // Hair and Makeup: Ione Hair & Makeup Artist /