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We catch up with wedding photographer Paul Keppel, who is fast becoming one of Cornwall’s most desired photographers in the wedding industry.
What’s most important to me is to capture beautiful and emotive images that naturally unfold. A story of moments that bring back amazing memories that couples will treasure.
This is where I reassure them and put them at ease. 90% of the wedding day is shot in a natural, candid, documentary style. When I photograph couple portraits I’m looking for flattering light, a nice background and to let the couple do their thing. If it starts to look a little static, I am there to help create a variety of images and can offer guidance if needed. It means that there will always be a great shot they’ll be truly proud of.
I’ve had brides still in their dressing gown two minutes before the wedding ceremony rushing to get into their dress. The last hour before the ceremony goes in a flash. The earlier everyone is ready, the more time there is to capture the photographs couples want. Also it means there isn’t a mad dash and couples can enjoy their day.
Each one I’ve photographed I’ve tried to do different from the last. I won an international award for the military balcony shot I photographed for a couple who booked me because they loved the previous image I created at The Alverton.
I love walking into The Great Hall and seeing how different the venue can look. It’s amazing the attention to detail couples put into their wedding day. That’s why I always try and capture as many of the details I can.
Having the ceremony and reception in the same location, like at The Alverton, gives me more time to photograph the couple and their family.
It not only offers an amazing service, which has been acknowledged by numinous awards, it can host small or large numbers of wedding guests. It can accommodate guests which is great for couples who live further afield. The hotel’s traditional and stylish interior gives the wow factor to encapsulate a magical day all under the one roof.
Check out wedding photographer Paul Keppel’s website here