Planning your wedding day ahead as much as possible is the key to having a relaxed day focused on spending time with guests and celebrating. I know it contradicts itself a bit, but trust me - I have photographed lots of weddings since 2017 in Ireland and abroad and I have seen things done right and things not done at all. No matter how casual and informal your day is going to be, people should know what’s happening and where.
Read MoreI prepared this guide to help you narrow down your venue choice. The guide is split into four parts - this is the first one, Walled Garden Wedding Venues. Here you’ll find 10 amazing wedding venues in Northern Ireland (and 2 just across the border) that feature incredible gardens. Some of them are bigger, some smaller but all equally stunning for your wedding photos or drinks reception.
As a wedding photographer, I’ve experienced weddings in different locations. Below you will find some of my favourite venues to photograph if you’re looking for greenery, romantic atmosphere and elegance.
Choosing your venue will be an extremely personal decision and there are many factors to take into consideration. If having a beautiful and elegant garden for you and your guests to enjoy is one of them, this guide will help you narrow down your options.
Read MoreWelcome to another year crazy cats! So many of you can now say ‘‘we are getting married this year!’’ and I’m delighted for you, can’t wait to capture your wedding and give you the best memories. Honestly, 2019 was a crazy one in a good way, with so many weddings abroad, editorials organised, miles driven, French pastries consumed, workshops attended, cameras fried... Wedding photography is such a fulfilling job and those who say ‘‘it must be amazing to travel and capture the best day of peoples life's'' I say it is! I feel so blessed and grateful to be a part of your journey.
Read MoreFrom the excitement in the morning through the romantic ceremony, funny speeches & lots of personal touches Sarah & Mark made sure their wedding was relaxed & fun. This wedding gallery is full of documentary images reflectic on their happy day, lots of details of the venue, amazing decor and it’s a perfect inspiration for those planning a spring & summer weddings in Northern Ireland. If you’re getting married soon and looking for understated luxury venues in Northern Ireland or barn wedding venues check out The Orange Tree for it’s airy, non-traditional and elegant feel.
Read MoreGolden hour light looks magical in any place whether it’s a wedding in the Irish countryside or in Morocco. It’s often called ‘magic hour’ because of its ability to create stunning portraits and makes a whole lot of difference to any images. It’s when the light is the softest, the most flattering and the most romantic and super easy to work with.
Read MoreSunset engagement pre-wedding photoshoot at Dunluce Castle, Northern Ireland.
Read MoreFor the past 3 years, I have been pretty committed to exploring Northern Ireland and it's raw coastline, forests and hidden gems, but I somehow managed to miss Islandmagee. It just never occurred to me it exists. It was a total blind spot until I heard about Rob's Heart & Soul workshop from my friends Sheena & Christin. They were raving about the workshop itself, the energy and fuel it gives, about the couples they were photographing and the location.
Fast forward to late May when I attend it, not only learned a thing or two about having a wedding photography business in Northern Ireland (and destination in my case!:)) but most of all met some amazing people. The couple that we were photographing on the island, Charlotte and Michael, are getting married in July and I'm more than sure they will make a wonderful bride and groom. I'm a huge fan of natural, sweet and candid photography focusing on the couple and their loved ones, and I always express how important it is to have your pre-wedding shoot. Not only because it's a great chance to bond a bit with your photographer, but also because on your wedding day you can focus on the moment, on being present and not on the fact that you are being photographed.
Islandmagee will be definitely joining my list of places to elope in Northern Ireland and I'm just delighted I was able to attend the workshop and make some new friends. Keep your eyes peeled for more of Charlotte and Michael, as they have agreed to help me with the secret project I'm planning for August.
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