Wedding Photography Devon Tunnel Beaches // Laura & Paul

Well it’s always a treat to drive up to North Devon to photograph a wedding, especially if the destination is Tunnels Beaches in Ilfracombe! This venue is just like no other. Tucked into the North Devon cliffs and with it’s very unique seascape it is a photographer’s dream. I had a Friday and monday wedding booked that weekend in September, so I packed the van and stayed up there for the weekend. I love a little Devon trip.

Laura and Paul got super lucky, the day was overcast and it kept raining, but just in time for the ceremony it cleared up and they could get married outdoors overlooking the sea. What a stunning ceremony it was! Laura’s best friend since over 25 years walked her through the tunnels to her dad, who then walked her down the aisle. I met the girls in the morning at a nearby accommodation for their bridal preparation shots and I knew then that it would be a fantastic and fun day to capture. What a nice bunch and they travelled here from as far as Germany and Argentina! Plus what can go wrong if the bride wears a tassle dress…

The heavens opened with a brisk shower straight after the ceremony, what a timing! We were waiting half an hour to then walk down to the beach for some couple portraits and group photos. Unfortunately the sun didn’t come out to give the photos the contrast I love so much on the rocks here for the landscape shots, but hey, the results are still pretty stunning I think.

The speeches were epic! All the bridesmaids and two best man had some words to say and the illustrated book about Paul the groom aka ‘Papa Zu’ was amazing. How much work went into it by the talented best man, who happens to be an illustrator. Let me explain, it’s the story of Paul, the South African skater boy who moved to England and became friends to all he met. With the strength of a Zulu warrior and the compassion of ones papa, this is why he is known as ‘Papa Zu’.

I left after the speeches as I was just booked for half a day. I enjoyed every minute of it and made a small collection of my favourite shots, I hope you like them as much as I do…

If you’re planning a wedding at Tunnels Beaches or elsewhere in Devon, please contact me for further information and availability. I have only a few spaces left for 2023.

Venue: Tunnels Beaches Devon // Date: 09/09/2022 // Makeup: Jo Kift Makeup // Hair: Pinned to Perfection Ilfracombe // Flowers: Sweet Williams Flowers Devon

Wedding Photography for Kate & Jay's Autumn Wedding // The Green Cornwall

I was chuffed when Jay and Kate asked me to be their wedding photographer at The Green in Cornwall. Especially when Jay told me he used to be a wedding photographer too. It’s always great to work with people who understand the trade, although it puts a little more pressure on me, ha, ha…

It was a double wedding weekend for me at the same venue and both days were pretty wet, which made it a little harder! I got lucky though as Jay and Kate are such a lovely laid back pair and were well up for braving the elements to get some photos in The Green’s beautiful woodland walk. And it was well worth it!

Jay and Kate only had a small wedding and booked me for half a day, so I just covered from bridal preparations to the speeches. Shame I missed the party as I think it would have been great fun to capture with this lot.

So here you go, Jay and Kate, your long awaited preview…

Venue: The Green // Date: 04. 09. 2022

Wedding Photography at The Green Cornwall // Brogan & Danny

Brogan and Danny said I do in early September at the Green in Cornwall. This beautiful rustic barn venue with it’s own woodland located on the edge of Bodmin Moor is probably one of my top 3 visited venues. It never ceases to inspire me though, come rain or shine there are always plenty of photo opportunities. For Brogan and Danny it was a rather drizzly day, but it didn't matter, they still had the best day ever!

Here is a long awaited preview from an epic day

If you like the images and are getting married at The Green or anywhere else in Cornwall or Devon, please contact me a about pricing and details. I have only a few limited spaces left for 2023!

Venue: The Green Weddings Cornwall // Date: 03.09.2022 // Makeup: Charlotte Albert // Hair: Harriet Wood Hair // Flowers: Escentialblooms // Dress: The Bridal Suite, Nottingham // Cake: Dollybirdbakes

Wedding Photography at Stennack Farm Cornwall // Catie & Scott

Catie and Scott tied the knot at Stennack Farm back in August. It was my first wedding at Stennack Farm and I loved it! It is located near Hayle down a quiet country lane and surrounded by green rolling hills and grazing cattle. With a rustic yet modern converted wedding barn and 3 cosy Cornish Cottages it is a great rustic style venue to celebrate your special day.

Catie and Scott’s day was the start of probably one of the biggest heat waves the UK encountered and when we were called into the cool shelter of the barn for the speeches and meal it was a relieving break from the intense sun! They had only booked me for a few hours so after the speeches it was time for me to pack up. I would have loved to stay longer and see this beautiful venue in the evening light, but I’m sure I will be back very soon to cover a full day wedding there.

Catie and Scott were amazing, they made me feel welcome start to finish and were a pleasure to work with.

I’m sorry it took so long for this preview guys, an insanely busy season and a rare holiday for me to recharge my batteries in the middle of September prohibited me to post this earlier… so here you go, some of my favourites. I hope you like them as much as I do.

Venue: Stennack Farm // Date: 10.08.2022

Engagement Photo Session Perran Sands Cornwall // Neva & John

I had the pleasure to meet the lovely Neva and John for their engagement photo session back in September. They were on holidays here in Cornwall and stayed near Perranporth. They wanted to organise a photoshoot whilst in the county and had chosen the Perranporth area for it. We decided to head to Perran Sands as the beach there is usually a little quieter and it’s one of my favourite locals. I’m super pleased we were blessed with a beautiful golden evening light too. Here is a little teaser!

Cornwall Elopement Photography at Pengelly Retreat // Sue & Andrew

Sue and Andrew’s elopement at Pengelly Retreat was truly magical! Let’s just start with this location, a stunning luxury lakeside Cabin and Yurt tucked away in a quiet valley with romantic, wild gardens, a flowing stream, meadows, secret gardens and lakes to explore. It is the perfect venue for a small wedding or a run away elopement in a secret idyllic place. My jaw dropped with excitement when I had a stroll around the grounds before the ceremony to make a plan for backdrops. They are endless, so many beautiful corners to discover here for photography! Truly inspiring and not just that, I want to spend a weekend here now to unwind and relax…love, love, love it! I will definitely keep my eyes open on upcoming Yoga retreats there…

And then there is this beautiful couple, the bond and love they have for each other is spell binding. They just celebrated in a small circle including Sue’s son, daughter, her partner and a beautiful Saluki to celebrate the day with them. It was a beautiful ceremony to witness held by the lovely Sabine from Perfect Day Ceremonies. They had chosen two different locations for the ceremony, the first part including the sand ceremony by the lake and the the second including the vows on a bridge near the secret garden. I felt like a was watching a romantic movie and had to hold back tears of joy, so beautiful!

After the ceremony we had a stroll around the grounds for photos. Sue and Andrew even ventured on a little boat ride! The picnic was served in the tipi tent and beautifully decorated by Phoebe from Piccolo Weddings who also made sure the day was running smoothly and a pleasure to work with.

I left mid afternoon and felt I had just visited a magical world where two individuals celebrated theur life and love for each other. Sue and Andrew, what an honour to document your truly special day, thanks again for having me there! Not long now for the final set of your photos. But for now, here is a little taster.

If you like what you see and planning a small wedding or elopement here, please contact me for availability. I always need an excuse to visit this place again

Venue: Pengelly Retreat // Date: 06.08.2022 // Makeup & Hair: Cornwall Hair Stylist // Celebrant: Perfect Day Ceremonies // Wedding Coordinator: Piccolo Weddings

Lower Barns Intimate Wedding // Beth & Luke

It was a true pleasure to capture Beth and Luke’s beautiful colourful intimate wedding at Lower Barns Boutique Wedding Venue early August. Every time I visit Lower Barns my travel fever gets ignited by their wonderfully eclectic interior design which is inspired by Jane and Mike’s travels around the world.

Beth and Luke invited their closest friends and family to say ‘I do’ at this colourful venue. And what a day it was! Blessed with beautiful sunshine, they really booked their visit to Cornwall at the right time.It was an honour to capture their small wedding and I’m so excited to show you a small selection of my favourites… And have a look out for the cutest flower girl in the world!

Venue: Lower Barns // Date: 04.08.2022

Knightor Winery Wedding Photography // Michelle & Sam

Michelle and Sam were married late July at Knightor Winery in Cornwall. They had chosen Knightor Winery for it’s rustic and relaxed vibe which suited the kind of wedding they were planning for. The outdoors plays a huge part in Michelle and Sam’s life, they met working as guides in an outdoor centre. So I was so pleased for them when their special day turned out super sunny and they could have their ceremony outside under the beautiful oak arbor. I loved the little flower vase Michelle put up on the signing table in memory of her grandma who so sadly is no longer with us. I love special details like this and always make sure they are captured. Another one which caught my eye was the ‘hiking boots flower vases’ which reflects their love for the outdoors, the two were heading straight to the Lake District for their honeymoon.

After the ceremony we ventured to the nearby South Cornwall Coast in a vintage VW Campervan. A beautiful scenic 10-15 minute drive and they took me along for the ride. ‘Honey’ she is called and has been lovingly restored by the owners of ‘Honeybugs’ one of Cornwall’s finest Vintage Campervan hire companies. The trip to the coast was well worth it as we created some stunning shots which are a nice addition to the woodland portraits we took at Knightor.

When we returned to Knightor everyone was enjoying themselves in Knightor’s cosy courtyard playing table tennis and lawn games or just chilling in the sun.

Michelle and Sam weren’t overly keen on a first dance, but some of their guests did the job for them, especially the flower girls. The Smores Bar was also a favourite of young and old, dancing makes hungry!

What a beautiful relaxed day at Knightor. It was an honour to have played a part in it and I made a small collection of my favourites from the day.

Venue: Knightor Winery // Date: 28.07.2022 // Dress: Bridal Factory Outlet ‘Tres Chic’// Vintage Campervan: Honey Bugs Cornwall // Makeup: Sonia Allen MUA // Hair: Claire Hartley Stylist // Florist: Peamore Flora // Flowers (Bouquet, button holes) : Darling Buds // Cupcakes: The Garden Baker // Suits (groom and best man) : hired from Jonathan Hawkes // DJ: John Green Dynamic Entertainments // Smores Bar: Perfect Party Cornwall // Lawn Games Hire: The Prop Factory

Cornwall meets the Carribean, Tredudwell Manor Wedding Photography // Imani & Simeon

I’m super excited to share this beautiful wedding with you. A caribbean vibe in Cornwall at one of the most stunning Manor House venues this county has to offer! Imani and Simeon are one of my couples who had to postpone their wedding because of the pandemic as they wanted some of their guests attending from the Carribean who wouldn’t have been allowed to travel for their original date. So I was even more pleased they could finally tie the knot at Tredudwell Manor in July. And what a day it was! They even could have the outdoor ceremony they have dreamed of as the weather played part.

I would have loved to stay longer for this one as I would have loved to venture to the nearby beach for sunset photos and capture the evening party and dancing, but they had only booked me for half a day. I bet it was a beautiful sunset that day and they had an amazing reception! So here you go, my favourite selection from bridal prep to the speeches and cake cutting.

Imani and Simeon, it was an honour to capture your day, enjoy the preview!

If you’re planning a wedding at Tredudwell next year please contact me ASAP for availability, my 2023 diary is filling up fast and I’m already 80% booked.

Venue: Tredudwell Manor // Date: // Dress: Wedding Belles 4 Oaks // Groom’s Suit: Ted Baker // Flowers and Decor: Unique Designs by Tina // Wedding Shoes: Kurt Geiger and Converse

Elopement Photography at Lusty Glaze // Charlie & Dan

Charlie and Dan had an elopement at Lusty Glaze mid July followed by a picnic on Porth beach with a small group of their closest family and friends. A relaxed day without all the hype of a big wedding but yet so very special. I loved capturing their small wedding and I’m super pleased the weather played part for their beach picnic!

Here is your long awaited preview. Not long now for your final gallery, guys!

Venue: Lusty Glaze // Date: 12. 07. 2022