Month: September 2013

Wedding Photographer: Palazzo Marziale, Sorrento: Phil & Claire

Amy was the photographer in the Cloisters, Sorrento and at Palazzo Marziale, Sorrento, Italy for Phil & Claire’s wedding.

Nearing the end of my wedding season, I took my last trip of the year down to Sorrento for the wedding of Phil & Claire. They had chosen Palazzo Marziale for their reception and Claire and her girls also got ready there. A very elegant venue and perfectly placed since it’s just a few steps from the ceremony location, The Cloisters.

A few spots of rain towards the end of the ceremony didn’t dampen spirits and it soon cleared allowing us to go for a wander through the old town for photographs. Aperitivi and a lovely dinner followed with speeches, cake and first dance dotted throughout the courses. Here we go:

The Choos!

Bride's Shoes

Final touches to the make-up.

Bride

The flowers arrive!

Bride & Bridesmaids

An emotional Mum.

Bride & Mum

Handsome Groom Phil waits in the Cloisters for Claire’s arrival.

Groom

We did it!

Ceremony

Kiss the bride!

Ceremony

Lovely light in the Cloisters.

Bride & Groom

Yippppeeee!

All Guests

A wander around the old streets.

Bride & Groom

Claire just about keeps up in the Choos!

Bride & Groom

And relax.

Guests

Time for one of my special group shots in Palazzo Marziale.

Bridal Party

Such elegance.

Palazzo Marziale

One of two Dad’s speeches.

Speeches

Hilarious tales.

Speeches

Emotional moments.

Speeches

Lovely First Dance shot.

First Dance

What a day! Thank you so much for having me and for such a wonderful meal! Amy x

Wedding Photographer: Casale de’Pasquinelli, Lucca: Ben & Jodie

Amy was the wedding photographer at Casale de’Pasquinelli, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy for Ben & Jodie’s wedding.

Ben & Jodie sought out a beautiful venue called Casale de’Pasquinelli which is pretty hidden in the hills to the north of Lucca. A perfect September day, the ceremony location was absolutely breath-taking and there were so many beautiful little spots around the Villa for photographs that I was really spoilt for choice.

As the sun went down the scene turned from beautiful to spectacular as guests enjoyed their wedding meal under hundreds of hanging lights. The view from the dance floor wasn’t bad either! Take a look:

Ben just ready.

Groom

Yellow theme – loved it.

Dresses Hanging

The hair-dressers take photos of their handy-work.

Bride having hair done

Ready to go!

Bride & Bridesmaids

Stunning Jodie.

Bride

How about that for a place to say ‘I do!’

Ceremony

Love it.

Ceremony

Now then, which scrummy treat to choose?

Guests

Aperitivi in full flow.

Aperitivi

Really love this one.

Bride & Groom

Lucca in the distance.

Bride & Groom

A wander around the grounds.

Bride & Groom

Ready for more food!

Wedding Tables

Such a blue sky.

Bride & Groom

Haha!

Young Guest

Taken during the Groom’s speech.

Speeches

Just gorgeous.

Wedding Breakfast

Guests look on as the cake is made from scratch in front of them.

Wedding Breakfast

Some of the guests got to help out!

Wedding Cake

Pitch-black now and so impressive.

Wedding Breakfast

Wow! Gorgeous couple, gorgeous place, gorgeous day. Thank you! Amy x

Wedding Photographer: Sorrento: Gareth & Tracy

Amy was the photographer in the Cloisters and at Villa Ciuffo, Sant’Agata, Sorrento, Italy for Gareth & Tracy’s wedding.

I go to Sorrento and Positano several times each year and always pass by the sign for the little town of Sant’Agata but have never been – until now! What a spot. The views you get as you drive up the steep road towards the town are wonderful as you can see both sides of the peninsula at the same time.

Tracy got ready at Villa Ciuffo, a gorgeous Villa very close to the village centre. We travelled down to the centre of Sorrento where Gareth and the guests were waiting in the Cloisters for the ceremony. The closest hotel to the Cloisters in the Hotel Tramontano. A stunning hotel where guests enjoyed aperitivi in one of the lovely rooms or on the balcony over-looking the Bay of Naples.

We then took the Fun Bus up to the Villa and enjoyed the rest of evening with stunning food and speeches. Take a look:

Gorgeous Tracy.

Bride

Love the moment when Dad first sees his daughter dressed a Bride.

Bride & Father

Gareth waits at the Cloisters.

Groom

And the moment where the Groom first sees his Bride.

Ceremony

‘… kiss your Bride …’

Ceremony

Gorgeous.

Bride & Groom

Aperitivi at Hotel Tramontano.

Aperitivi

Such a wonderful room.

Aperitivi

Something a bit different.

Bride & Groom

Taken in the foyer of the Hotel Tramontano.

Bride & Groom

Romantico!

Bride & Groom

Tracy with Mum & Dad.

Bride & Parents

Fun on the Fun Bus!

Guests on the Bus

Villa Ciuffo.

Villa Ciuffo, Sant'Agata

Enjoying some fabulous nosh.

Wedding Breakfast

Fun speeches.

Speeches

Last shot of the day.

Bride & Groom

Elegant and fun. Thank you so much for having me. Amy x

Wedding Photographer: Villa Dievole, Tuscany: Dan & Sam

Amy was the wedding photographer at Villa Dievole, Tuscany, Italy for Dan & Sam’s wedding.

Situated about 20 minutes north of Siena, Villa Dievole is one of the most beautiful places to spend some time. I was so lucky to be photographing not one but two weddings during this week of September at this stunning spot, the first being the wedding of Dan & Sam. The entire wedding took place at the Villa meaning that the guests could relax as they didn’t have to travel.

The ceremony took place on the lawn, under the trees with the Villa in the background and the most magnificent views over-looking the Tuscan countryside in the foreground. Aperitivi were served just a few steps away whilst the ceremony area was turned into a beautiful setting ready for the evening meal and celebrations. My fabulous friend and wedding planner Jackie just so happened to be a close friend of the Bride & Groom and really surpassed herself for this one! Just wait ’til you see the table plan! Here we go:

Love this idea!

Wedding Detail

Looking cool Dan.

Groom

Gorgeous Bridal bouquet.

Bride's Bouquet

Love this one of the girls pawing over the jewels!

Flower Girls

That should hold it in place!

Bride having hair done

Sam’s Mum gives her away to Dan.

Ceremony

Claps and cheers after one of the lovely poems.

Ceremony

A sweet rendition of the Owl and the Pussy cat.

Ceremony

Look at that setting!

Ceremony

Aperitivi in full flow.

Aperitivi

Gorgeous.

Bride & Groom

Breath-taking!

Bride & Groom

One with the Mums.

Bride, Groom & Mums

And one with the girls.

Bride & Bridemaids

Cute!

Bride & Groom

Beautiful Villa.

Bride & Groom

Here it is – the table plan – amazing! Well done Jackie!

Table Plan

The tables didn’t look bad either!

Table Detail

Being announced for dinner as Mr & Mrs.

Bride & Groom

The Birdz.

Bride & Friends

Beautifully-lit as the sun disappears.

Wedding Breakfast

Thank you so much Dan & Sam for being so laid-back and such good fun. What a stunning day hey! Well done to my friend Jackie for organising another perfect wedding. Amy x