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Wedding photographer: Malcesine Castle, Lake Garda, Italy: James & Hayley

Andy & Amy were the wedding photographers at Malcesine Castle, Lake Garda, Italy for the wedding of James & Hayley.

Do we or do we not have just about the best job in the world? From the beautiful Hassler Hotel in Rome up to the breath-taking scenery of Lake Garda and, in particular, the stunning town of Malcesine.

James and Hayley travelled from their home in Dubai to marry at this magical spot on Monday along with around 70 of their friends and family from the UK. There simply aren’t enough superlatives to describe the setting for their wedding in Malcesine Castle, which dominates the town and sits on the edge of Lake Garda. The ceremony took place on an open-air terrace with some of the best views of Lake Garda – a wedding photographers’ dream. After the ceremony, the couple were taken in a fab little tuk-tuk to the waters edge. Guests strolled through the beautiful streets to join them there for aperitifs and canapes. The reception took place at ‘La Vecchia Malcesine’ – a restaurant which is featured in many of the good food guides including this year’s Michelin Guide. James and Hayley are so fun-loving, they laughed all day and partied the night away to a great live band. Thanks for a great day folks!

Where to start with some images – we’ve got sooooo many lovely shots, here’s just a tiny selection:

Bridesmaids on the terrace sporting their new parasols.
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Move over Brad Pitt, make space for James!
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Hayley on the terrace of her suite – now that’s what I call a room with a view!
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The narrow, colourful streets of Malcesine.
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Hayley and her dad just before walking down the aisle.
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The setting for the wedding ceremony on Malcesine Castle’s terrace.
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A lovely moment during the ceremony.
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Just married! Love the wide angle and lens flare on this.
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In beautiful light, one of the guests enjoying the lake-side setting.
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James and Hayley arriving at La Vecchia Malcesine.
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Hayley’s Dad’s speech was hilarious, although there were a few tears shed too.
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Breath-taking! Thanks folks for making us feel so special even though it was your big day! Thanks also must go to Pam from Lake Garda Weddings who did a wonderful job of keeping everything on schedule and the guests informed of what was happening & when.

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  1. August 20th, 2008 at 18:59 | #1

    Feel free to leave any comments for James & Hayley (or us) here. – Amy

  2. Hayley MacDonald
    August 20th, 2008 at 22:03 | #2

    OMG…what can we say. Amy & Andy thank you from the bottom of our hearts, you guys really contributed to the happy and relaxed feel of our amazing day.
    After meeting you, any tiny concerns were banished. Not only are you extremely talented, it is obvious just how passionate you both are about your work, and we knew we could just relax, and wait to see our amazing photos.(You also both have a great sense of humour! ;) )
    You have captured moments that are still fresh in our minds, and that, thanks to you both…always will be.
    The day was gone in a flash, so thanks for also capturing the moments we missed.
    We are forever grateful to you both,
    Glad you got to enjoy it with us,
    Cant wait to see the album,
    Hayley & James MacDonald!! xx

  3. August 26th, 2008 at 22:42 | #3

    Ahhh thanks to you both – you’re very kind. Just wait ’til you see the rest of the images! Be excited! – Andy

  4. Kate
    May 20th, 2009 at 09:37 | #4

    Great photos! I know this is a bit of a random question, but we are getting married in the exact same venues this year. Your pictures look stunning and I wondered if you had any more pictures of the venue (Vecchia?) I am trying to dress the room and I dont have any photographs to work from.

    Any how any help is appreciated!!

  5. kerri stones
    August 8th, 2010 at 13:23 | #5

    hi, we are thinking of getting married in Malcesine castle next year and we think your pictures are amazing and just what we are looking for. could you email us some costings, our wedding would be very smail, only us, two friends and our child!

    however we may also want some photographs of our reception which will be held in the uk after the event too.

    look forward to hearing from you

    Kerri & Paul

  6. August 8th, 2010 at 20:31 | #6

    Hi Kerri (& Paul)

    I’ve dropped you an email. If it doesn’t come through please leave me another comment here and we’ll try something else.

    Ciao!
    Amy

  7. Kayleigh Stenner
    August 16th, 2011 at 17:56 | #7

    Hi,

    I am getting married in Malcesine Castle September 2012 and I think your pictures are right up my street…

    Would love to get some more information about your packages.

    I look forward to hearing from you soon

    Kindest

    Kayleigh

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