Since becoming wedding photographers years ago we have heard lots of great reviews about Villa Cimbrone in Ravello on the Amalfi Coast. We finally got the opportunity to photograph there for the wedding of Ian & Sam on the 28th August. Villa Cimbrone more than lived up to its incredible reputation – what a jaw-dropping place it is! The view from the terrace is reputed to be one of, if not THE best view in the whole of Italy and is certainly a sight that will stick with us for many years to come.

A wedding photographer’s dream, Ravello is perfect in every way – an elegant little town, high up in the hills with gorgeous, narrow streets and blooming with colourful flowers. I have to also mention the Infinito Suite at the 5 star Palazzo Sasso in which Sam and her bridesmaids got ready – Wow! I could have spent a week or two there with its stunning views and jacuzzi on the terrace. If only!

Ian’s vibrant waistcoat looked great. He fitted in perfectly in such a colourful little town.

The Stunning bride.

Just married! I bet they were finding rice in various places for days afterward!

The bridal party pose for the formal group shot. What a stunning back-drop. We don’t normally post examples of the formal images because I think many photographers hate doing them (as do many couples!) But, for many, they’re an essential part of a wedding – a historical record of the people their and what they wore etc. When you’re as organised as Ian & Sam were on their wedding day, these images can be taken pretty quickly and then everyone gets back to the party. Well worth the effort eh?

Beautiful streets of Ravello.

The guests head through the town to Villa Cimbrone – boy were they in for a treat!

Ian & Sam enter ‘The Crypt’ for their wedding breakfast.

Yum.

All five bridesmaids give it ’some’ on the dance floor :)

One of my favourite first dance shots of all-time.

Ian & Sam – what a day! We loved every minute. Even the travel was entertaining for us ;) Have a great honeymoon & we’ll catch up with you very soon.

Weddings at Ripley Castle are a privilege for a photographer – it really is a stunning venue. Ged & Jo were married in the All Saints Church, Ripley and then the wedding moved into Ripley Castle itself. Weather is often a concern in the UK but for Ged & Jo it turned out beautifully and everyone was able to make the most of the setting. Let’s see some images!

Last minute organising.

Expert make-up by Ariane Poole.

Guests arriving at All Saints’ Church in Ripley. Love this one.

Obviously relaxed – still outside the church at this point.

I particularly love this image of Jo, her Dad and the bridesmaids making their way up the path to the church.

We weren’t allowed to photograph much in the church – it’s often the case with British clergy unfortunately. However, here come Ged & Jo – just married!

And relax..! Guests enjoying the reception in the grounds of Ripley Castle.

Proof of the great weather!

Awww..

Party time – especially for some!

What a fabulous day and a big thank you to everyone for making us feel so welcome. It was also great to catch up once more with Lee & Kate whose wedding we photographed in Barcelona. We’re off to Southern Italy for our next wedding – a different set of challenges including some crazily-high temperatures. Ciao for now!

Part 2! Here we go Gav & Louise – I hope you love these as much as I do!

Just ready – Louise looked so lovely.

The Cloisters in Sorrento is a beautiful place to marry, especially if you fancy getting married outdoors – something that’s not common at all in Italy.

Signing the register.

I took a few shots of the couple in The Cloisters, Sorrento after the ceremony.

Love this! Louise had been looking forward to an ice-cream all morning and took the opportunity the moment the ceremony had finished. Heaven!

The wedding party walked to Photo Bar in Sorrento after The Cloisters ceremony. They laughed all afternoon long.

The bride’s sister Hannah and her boyfriend Mark wanted a portrait of themselves – but something a little different …

The views from Sorrento are spectacular: here you can see the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius in the background.

Thanks again folks for a fab day. I’ll be in touch soon.

Louise, one of our biggest fans and website, blog and Facebook stalkers of all time and a truly wonderful bride married the lovely Gav in Sorrento on Tuesday the 3rd August. Just 13 guests and their wedding photographer (!), a romantic ceremony in The Cloisters, Sorrento and a great party in Photo Bar, Sorrento made for a wonderful and fun day.

More about the day in a weeks time but for now, just one taster. Mid-August is always an exceptionally busy time for us, especially with all of the travel that we have to do for weddings. Our daughter Chenin was 6 months old this week and is about to embark upon her 7th trip to the UK! Gav & Louise, we have worked our socks off this week to ensure that when we arrive back in a week’s time you will not have to wait long for all of your images. A full bLOG post will also follow but for now, I hope you love this one as much as me:

Thanks for your patience folks. I hope you loved Rome and I’ll be in touch soon.

We know a couple of wedding photographers in Amalfi. I don’t envy them constantly having to cope with the driving around the Amalfi Coast however! Either way, it’s more than worth the journey. I mean, look at the first image below: that’s Amalfi clinging onto the cliffs. Such a stunning little town and an enormous privilege to be the chosen photographer for the beautiful wedding of Guy & Helen in Amalfi Cathedral itself. The locals and tourists welcomed the bride, groom and their guests as the whole town seemed to join in the celebrations.

Hotel Miramalfi was host to the reception. The guests were treated to a wonderful spread of ‘aperativi’ on a balcony with unspoiled views of Amalfi Town and the Mediterranean. Later in the evening a hidden piano was unveiled and a talented guest played and sung as Guy & Helen did their first dance to Snow Patrol’s Chasing Cars – one of my favorites.

Here goes:

Amalfi.

A handsome groom …

…and a beautiful bride.

For me, an amazing moment. Watching Helen and her Dad make their way up the steps to Amalfi Cathedral, with the town in the background and so many people stopping to watch was magical.

Helen’s entrance was also pretty eye-watering. Amalfi Cathedral is a jaw-dropping kind of place.

Guests having fun in a local square after the ceremony. Again, locals and tourists look on.

Look at the size of those lemons! You may spot the chillies hanging too – my two favourite ingredients.

Hotel Miramalfi and the top table – Amalfi in the background.

Taken during the romantic first dance.

I LOVE Amalfi! Thank you to Guy, Helen and your lovely families and friends for such a fabulous experience – I really will never forget your big entrance Helen. Wow!