A Rainy Bachelorette Party in Naples

Posted in All Weddings, France, Italy

Eight women were traveling from France to Naples to have a bachelorette party in the sunniest place in South Italy.

They were surprised to find a rainy day in a city known into the entire world for its climate.

But it has been a marvelous scenario just because it was different from all the other parties: rain on her day brings the bride a good luck.

They have enjoyed it and me too!

Posted in All Weddings, France, Italy
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Diego Molina - June 2, 2016 - 6:34 am

Wow! amazing work.

Brian C Idocks - June 6, 2016 - 8:50 am

Here in sunny Florida, we have situations like this often. Only a few weeks ago, we had reports of rain on the way, otherwise a very sunny, warm day. Just as the groom found his position at the front near the officiant, and the bridesmaids were about to walk down the aisle, the rain started. It was light at first, and everyone grabbed umbrellas that had been thoughtfully placed near their seats. Then… it came down hard, a few strikes of lightning made everyone scatter.

You’d think this was a Wedding Photographer’s worst nightmare, but… this is what we deal with as photographers. Anyone can create great images in perfect conditions. It’s when it rains or situations are less than ideal that we separate the pros from the amateurs.

Well, it stopped raining, but the outdoor reception area was a bit waterlogged. We did manage to find some great spots and work through the weather than against it. One thing people overlook about rain much of the time is how it “cleans” the air, providing a clarity to images and a “pop” to colors that you just can’t get any other way.

Anyway, happy to see you work through the rain and weather and produce very lovely, storytelling images! Well done!

Clifftop Wedding In Barbados

Posted in Lens and Light, Caribbean, Barbados

Ashley and Shashidar got married at the Crane Beach Resort in Barbados. Their small intimate destination wedding was attended only by the bride’s immediate family members. After the ceremony, we had a chance to roam the resort, including the world famous Crane Beach. As the photo session concluded back on the clifftop, the couple reunited with the Bride’s family for the dinner reception.

Posted in Lens and Light, Caribbean, Barbados
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Cassie Barreda - December 23, 2016 - 11:14 am

Wow! The view, the concept and the shot were all so great! I love how you manage to keep it simple yet so elegant and real fantastic! The awesome effect in each photos were brilliant! Every photo’s brightness and contrast were in perfect mix! I’m pretty sure the couples were as happy than ever upon seeing how well organized their photos are! You’ve got to jive the perfect theme and concept regarding the chosen subject! I love how you use your creative mind and hands on capturing this photos! You really did well, Leslie! Keep it up!

Split Croatia Wedding

Posted in Croatia

For your engagement, wedding or honeymoon shooting you can choose one million of places around the world, but hardly you will find any as beautiful and unique as Split in Croatia. Many of couples around the world recognized it and engaged us to take their photographs exactly under the shadows of the historical palace or under the sun in Split.

Split Croatia Wedding Shooting
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Greg - May 31, 2016 - 1:09 am

love the atmosphere on your picture, great job!

A wedding on the other side

Posted in New Zealand

This French couple has decided to tie the knot on the other side of the planet: they flew from South of France to Auckland, New Zealand. They had just contacted me, the photographer, and the celebrant to make their vows official. On the way, they have picked up the landlord of the lovely place they were staying at in Piha (West Auckland) and the celebrant assistant as their witnesses.

It truly was a delightful, unique and original wedding and for sure very intimate: without any guests!

 

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Sherborne Abbey in Dorset, UK

Posted in United Kingdom

England has some amazing wedding venues with a lot of tradition, and Sherborne Abbey in Dorset is just one of those venues. It’s in the county of Dorset in the South of England, and the Abbey has been a place of worship since AD 705. Such an amazing building to photograph a wedding in, and it can be a bot overwhelming. Whenever I find myself photographing in these kinds of places, it’s good to remember that it’s all about the people and the relationships. Using the impressive building and surroundings as a scene setter, it’s important not to get drawn away from the things that matter – the people!

Although I’m based in Hertfordshire and London, I do get commissioned to photograph weddings all over the UK and some destination weddings too. I’ve photographed a couple of fine venues in the South West, including Maunsel House and the Symondsbury Estate, but this was my first time at Sherborne Abbey. Before I photographed there, I met Laura and her sister at Holbrook House Hotel for some preparation photos. They were getting ready on their own, and it made for some lovely intimate pictures of the two sisters.

The Abbey did not disappoint as far as providing such a splendid background for this wonderful wedding.

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Ross - May 10, 2016 - 1:52 pm

Nice Shots.