Elopement Photography Lower Barns Cornwall // Natasha + David

Natasha and David tied the knot with an elopement end of September at the colourful Lower Barns in Cornwall. They decided to have an elopement in Cornwall as a bigger wedding wasn’t possible under COVID 19 restrictions. With all their family and friends spread in between Ireland, Kent and the Midlands travel would have been too far for everyone.

I guess they got lucky! With the day starting off rainy it cleared up just in time for a photo session on Caerhays beach and how gorgeous did Natasha look! I absolutely love her dress from ‘Grace Loves Lace’, so beautiful…

Sadly I had to travel to Germany as my mum passed away after her long battle with cancer. So I asked the lovely Megan Hemsworth to cover for me. Her style is amazing and a perfect fit to my work. I edited the images so Natasha and David still received the same end product and the style of photography they have booked me for. Megan, thanks again for doing an amazing job!

Some of my favourites here

“We stumbled across Alexa’s photographs whilst looking at wedding venues and knew she was the photographer for us! Her photos are candid, relaxed and brilliantly capture special memories - just what we wanted for our wedding. Alexa was lovely, incredibly helpful and really responsive, which put us at ease and confirmed that we’d chosen the right photographer. Unfortunately, due to a family tragedy, Alexa was not able to attend our wedding and had to fly home. Instead of leaving us high and dry, which I imagine most other photographers would have done under those circumstances, Alexa made sure that we still had a photographer for our special day. She arranged for Megan Hemsworth (who was FAB!) to photograph us, as she had a similar shooting style to her and then edited the photos herself to ensure we had the classic Alexa look we wanted. For all Alexa did for us, making the whole process smooth and never letting us down, despite personal circumstances which would have warranted that, we would not hesitate to recommend her. Book Alexa as your photographer - you won’t regret it! Thank you Alexa!”

— Tash & Dave

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 24.09.2020 // Dress: Grace Loves Lace, Verdelle 2.0 // Flowers: Etsy, HBotanicsWeddings // Headband and David's Boutonnaire: Etsy, HBotanicsWeddings // Jewellery: Jon Richard // Suit: Marks and Spencers // Shoes: Jenny Peckham

I had an amazing time shooting this Elopement at Lower Barns in Cornwall. The eclectic interior and gardens of Lower Barns are the perfect setting for any Wedding Ceremony. If you’re planning on having a wedding or elopement at Lower Barns 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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Micro Wedding Photography Porthtowan Cornwall // Robyn + Amy

Robyn and Amy asked me if I could take some photos of them after their registry office ceremony on their favourite cornish beach, Porthtowan. They weren’t too fussed about having their ceremony photographed but rather wanted a couple of hours with me taking some relaxed photos of them and their friends on the beach afterwards.

I was a bit worried how it would turn out as the day started rather stormy with no breaks in the rain in sight. I ventured down anyway, finding shelter at the Blue Bar. I was waiting for them half an hour loosing hope they would turn up. When they finally arrived they told me they had some problems at the registry office. I guess the slight delay was meant to be as the clouds broke and the sun came out for an hour, just in time for our photo session! And how beautiful is the light just before or after rain, especially in autumn!

What a pleasure to meet you, Amy and Robyn! You and your gang were absolute stars and I had a great time documenting a brief time of your very special day…champagne was flowing en masse, I’m sure you enjoyed your wedding meal, ha, ha!

A little preview for you

“Alexa was absolutely amazing.. very friendly and professional really went that extra mile to get to know us and what we wanted and also to get the best pictures.. I honestly can’t say enough good things that would do any justice to the quality of work and Alexa’s commitment to her job. Extremely helpful from day 1 and very easy to talk to and also to contact.we live 5 hours away and arrangingfor our wedding photos was a breeze.. Thankyou for helping us make amazing memories and giving us the wonderful pictures we can look back on for a lifetime.”

— Robyn & Amy

Location: Porthtowan Beach // Makeup: Lianne Layton Morris // Dress: Brighton Belle // Suit: Next

Cornwall Family Portrait Photography // Trevone Beach

Some of my favourite photos from a family portrait photography session on Trevone Beach in Cornwall in September. We met early morning to beat the crowds and make the most out the almost empty beach. Gladly it was a sunny day and we were blessed with beautiful autumn light. A bit challenging at times was the youngest member of the family, she just wasn’t impressed at all and it was nap time… I had the feeling she would have preferred to go back to her cosy bed. I’m pleased we squeezed a couple of smiles out of her in the end…

If you are looking for a family portrait photographer in Cornwall or Devon, please contact me for further details. In the meanwhile you will find some more information about my family sessions here

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!

Engagement Photoshoot at Godrevy Beach Cornwall // Karinne + Tony

I was supposed to photograph Karinne and Tony’s wedding at Tredudwell Manor in Cornwall this August but due to COVID 19 restrictions they decided to postpone till later on this year.

So we met at Godrevy, their favourite beach in Cornwall for an engagement photoshoot instead.

Here is a mini preview

If you’re planning to add an engagement session to your wedding or if you want to swap your pre wedding photoshoot to a family photography session, please contact me for further details

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

Family Portrait Photography Godrevy Beach Cornwall

A few weeks ago Katie asked me if I can take some family photos while they are visiting Cornwall. They wanted some more positive memories than the hard times they just went through. Ruby was diagnosed with cancer only 2 years old. I can imagine how devastating these horrible news were with my own mum terminal sick from it. I truly believe that times like this make you a stronger more compassionate human. Ruby’s charisma is beautiful with a strong light shining in her. The strong bond this family has is amazing and I feel privileged they asked me to create some memories on their break here.

I think I mentioned this before, I’m not a fan of studio portraits, I rather go for a walk with you and capture the essence of your family in natural non-staged photography. If you’re after some candid shots with your family, please contact me for more information

We had a fun evening at Godrevy beach, here is a selection of some of my favourites…

If you are looking for natural family portrait photography in Cornwall or Devon, please email me for further information

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