Cayli & Darren's Ibiza Island Wedding at Elixir, Spain

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Cayli & Darren walk hand in hand along Cala Codolar Beach

I've been very (im)patiently waiting to reveal this blog & today is finally the day!

What.A.Wedding.

Cayli & Darren don't do anything by halves, after 18 years together they wanted the Ibiza Wedding they'd always dreamed of, complete with sun, sea, 42 of their closest friends & family & not forgetting a performance from Lovely Laura!

I joined them over at the Grand Palladium Palace, Playa d'en Bossa where everyone was busy getting ready for the day ahead. Cayli had kept EVERYTHING a secret (even from her bridesmaids,) her beautiful dress, Sophia Webster shoes, the incredible Elixir... her guests had just been given a time to get into their glad-rags & meet outside the hotel!

When everyone was just about ready, I headed over to Elixir taking Darren & his two best men with me, slightly nervous my Spanish driving wasn't quite ready for passengers but we got their safe & sound and in plenty of time. The guests soon followed and finally got to see the secret venue!

Elixir is situated right at the top of a cliff, overlooking the picturesque little bay of Cala Codolar. It's the sort of view that literally takes your breath away & I can understand why Cayli & Darren wanted their guests to see it for the first time, just moments before the ceremony. It set the perfect scene for their perfect day.

After some rather emotional speeches everyone sat down for a meal (fit for the King of Spain.) It would of been absolutely criminal not to take the newlywed's down to the beach during the beautiful sunset for their photographs, so we nipped down in between courses!

 

Gill & Steve's Tea Party Wedding at The Cholmondeley Arms in Cheshire

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Steve & Gill had their tea-party wedding at a the homely country pub, The Cholmondeley Arms in Cheshire. Gill started her day in the Headmasters House with her bridesmaids, slipping into a beautiful tea-length dress & Jimmy Choo's, then heading into Chester with her maids in tow in a vintage VW camper for the ceremony!

The ceremony was a very intimate affair, with just a few special guests watching the Steve & Gill tie the knot! The newly-weds then headed back to The Cholmondeley in the VW Camper to a marquee full of eagerly awaiting guests!

When arriving back at The Cholmondeley, we were greated by Dotty's Ice-Cream Van serving proper Cheshire ice-cream! The marquee was decked out in vintage china, bunting & jar's of flowers and surrounded by a string of fairy lights that wrapped round the trees.

Steve & Gill wanted a relaxed day celebrating with their friends and family. And that's exactly what they got! 

 

Tamsin & Ben's Amalfi Coast Wedding in Minori, Italy

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Bride & Groom kissing on the Amalfi Coast - wedding photographer

Tamsin & Ben

27.08.16

Minori Wedding, Amalfi Coast - Destination Wedding Photography

I honestly don't know where to start.

I've spent the last week in Minori, one of the most charming & charismatic little town's I've ever been lucky enough to visit. Minori is nestled right in the heart of the beautiful Amalfi Coast, situated only a couple of miles from Amalfi itself. It's one of those places where time seems to stand still & it truly exceed's how beautiful people say it is.

Tamsin & Ben chose their venue based on what they both decided was the most important part of the day for them.. the food! Villa Maria is famous for home grown, home cooked Italian food, accompanied by their very own home made wine. They didn't disappoint - 7 courses of the most incredible feast, including antipasti, seafood, pasta & limoncello... it was a good job there was music and dancing between each course, just to work up to the next!

Villa Maria itself is situated right at the top of the hill, with the most picturesque view looking down on the whole of Minori. Bursting with that old rustic Italian charm, the outdoor area's are shaded with a canopy of lemon & grape vines, each room completed with a set of green shutters on the doors & the wonderful hosts, Vincenzo & Maria who could not of done more.

After Tamsin & Ben were declared Husband & Wife in Minori Municipio, the guests went to grab an ice-cream whilst we took to the streets to make the most of the most perfect backdrop for their portraits. After trying to plan a route for us to take the day I arrived, I decided it was impossible to choose one street over the next, every direction you looked in was a photo opportunity not to be missed!

To anyone who has a chance to visit Minori, you won't regret it <3

 

Lauren & Paul's North Wales, Tower Hill Barn Wedding

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This was my second wedding in Tower Hill Barns in the space of a week and I couldn't wait to get back... The weather forecast was so awful in the lead up Lauren & Paul's day & I was so sad that we might not get a chance to go outside to make the most of the beautiful grounds, but our prayers were answered and the skies cleared just after the ceremony ended, giving us ample opportunity to make the most of fields & grass lined bridge that Tower Hill Barns has to offer!

Lauren & Paul's wedding had some of THE best speeches I've ever heard (and I've heard a lot...) The whole room was howling in laughter with a surprise performance from the bridesmaids & envelopes full of baby photographs from the "three adequate men" - Paul's words, not mine.

Also, please check out Lauren & Paul's cake. You won't regret it!

 

James & Rhian's Sunny Rustic Wedding at Tower Hill Barns in North Wales

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I have been so so excited to get to Tower Hill Barns ever since James & Rhian booked with me. The wedding venue is in North Wales & only around 20 minutes away from where I grew up... I've heard nothing but good things about it since it's been re-opened! It wasn't to disappoint either, the wooden cladded bridge made for a super cool outdoor ceremony space & the windows in the  barn flooded the place with gorgeous sunlight and views of sheep filled fields!

I started the day over at James' parents house where James and his groomsmen were busy getting ready for the day ahead! The weather was perfect, so so sunny with blue skies all round. There's nothing nicer than starting the day off in the garden! As the boys where nearly good to go, I left them to it and headed over to Rhian and the girls.

After Rhian got into her dress, I drove over to Tower Hill Barns. The ceremony was all set to go ahead outside under the bridge and the flower beds were in full bloom, it was picture post card perfect. The guests were invited to sit down and Rhian made her entrance walking down the flower lined path to an eagerly awaiting James. I absolutely adored shooting their ceremony under the bridge, with sheep in the surrounding fields, blue skies & the wood & brick backdrop.. definitely the coolest licensed outdoor spot I've ever shot in!

I've got four more weddings booked in at Tower Hill and am so excited for each and every one of them. It's such a great venue with so many quirks and interesting features!

 

Sarah & Tez's West Tower Wedding in Lancashire

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I met Sarah & Tez back in 2014 when Sarah was bridesmaid for one of my lovely couples, Nikki & Kyle.

After a bit of a rainy start to the day, the idea of a glorious sunset seemed a million miles away but come 7pm, the skies started to clear and I was on standby for that magical 'golden hour' lighting. I must of checked outside 1000 times trying to time it perfectly, but the later it got, the more the sun disappeared behind the clouds. In the end we left it as late as we could and headed back to the most picturesque corn field you've ever seen to make the most of what little evening sun there was.

I must of taken two or three shots when the clouds moved and the sun came blazing out. It could not of been more perfect timing and we were left with, quite possibly, the best lighting I've ever had chance to shoot with at a wedding!

Corn field + Sunset = Wedding Photographer's Dreammmm...

 

Amy & Gavin's Ness Garden's Wedding in Cheshire

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I first met Amy & Gavin back in 2014 when Amy was bridesmaid for one of my lovely couples, Jess & Rob! It was great knowing I would see everyone again and when Amy & Gavin filled me in on all their plans, I couldn't wait to shoot their beautiful Ness Gardens wedding!

When the day came, the July rain held off and the sun made a rare appearance - just in time for the "I do's!" After not one, but two confetti throwings (why the hell not?!) Amy & Gavin were whisked away for a spin in their gorgeous little VW camper. 

Ness Garden's is the type of place that whatever direction you're looking in, there's a picture perfect - bride & groom worthy - location! We really were spoilt for choice in this little oasis <3

 

Carly & David's Elegant Ivory Wedding at Askham Hall, Lake District

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CARLY & DAVID

23.07.15

Askham Hall Wedding, Lake District Wedding Photography

I'd been looking forward to Carly & David's wedding for ages as it's always fun to work a little further a field, plus the small fact that Askham Hall looked AMAZING! As I drove to the hall from my little B&B in Penrith, the views were incredible and I could see the hall surrounded by fields from miles away.

Everything about Askham Hall oozes charm & luxury, yet still manages to feel homely and relaxed. Across the grounds & through the gardens is the Bank Barn where Carly & David had their ceremony, wedding breakfast & evening reception. The barn is filled to the brim with rustic loveliness, and was dressed to perfection by the team at Askham & Heather at Flower Fashion.

Carly & David chose to have an all Ivory themed wedding which looked incredible with the lighting and textures of the barn. After the tables were cleared away it was time to turn the barn around one last time ready for an evening of dancing & celebrations with the happy couple! 

 

Laura & Neil's Blue & Yellow Wedding at Trafford Hall, Chester

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Laura & Neil

16.07.16

Trafford Hall Wedding in Chester, Cheshire Wedding Photographer

Laura & her bridesmaids got ready at Mickle Trafford Manor, which is just down the road & very handy for their Trafford Hall Wedding! It's a gorgeous little hotel with beautifully quirky rooms and loads of space for wedding preparation antics.

It was a bit of a rainy start to the day & Laura was met with umbrellas waiting to escort her into the ceremony at St. Mary's Without the Walls in Handbridge, Chester. The church is absolutely beautiful, with such a long aisle it makes for the perfect grand entrance! After the ceremony Laura & Neil braved the rain for a confetti line as they exited the church to head over to Trafford Hall.

I first shot in Trafford Hall, Chester last May and fell in love with the place. Some venues just have a sort of charm about them and this is definitely one of those places. When Laura & Neil got in touch and told me their chosen venue, I could not wait to get back there again!

The driveway up to the Hall is lined from start to finish with tall tree's making it perfect to wander along for portraits! There's also some horses in the field next door which I managed to coax over to join in with some photographs! The marquee looked incredible, decked out in blue & yellow lanterns topped off with the happiest bunch of guests. 

The sun finally came out after the speeches were finished and everyone made the most of the beautiful grounds. The back of the hall is the perfect sun trap lined with a string of lights giving it such a lovely atmosphere come dusk.

I also have to do a big shout out to the lovely Laura's amazing millinery skills too, she created her own veil as well as many of the guests hats and fascinators! Check her website by clicking here <3