Dreamy Elopement in a Far Away Land - Azores Elopement Wedding, Portugal
Elopements are such a great option for couples travelling to the Azores, all year round. You’re guaranteed a breathtaking scenery, no-frills ceremony with only a few close family and friends present — or perhaps no one at all. Elopements have overall better flexibility, budgeting options and of course, it’s just utterly romantic and special to read your private vows in a faraway land.
Never have I ever predicted I'll be photographing an utterly romantic elopement in the Azores. The islands weren't even on my radar when Kate and Sully enquired to get married. They are friends with one of my past couples (who eloped in Ireland) and wanted to travel somewhere special to say their vows and create those memories together. Back and forth between the West Coast of Ireland and Iceland, Kate eventually suggested the Azores.
Located in the middle of Atlantic, off the coast of Portugal, nearly halfway between their homeland in Nantucket, and Ireland itself. We scheduled the flights for the middle of November and we were all buzzing.
I LOVE elopements. I consider them my perfect little planning and styling adventures because I love organising things. Location scouting, planning the day, booking locations for dinner, flowers, organising vows, driving and filming everything is what my boyfriend and I do on a regular elopement. It's a day we spend with the couple if they chose to elope just themselves and leave their family at home. We are their supporters, helpers and entertainers for the whole day! I'm grateful to be able to help shape their magical day, give them my best advice and experience.
Elopements are such a great option for couples travelling to the Azores, all year round. You’re guaranteed a breathtaking scenery, no-frills ceremony with only a few close family and friends present — or perhaps no one at all. Elopements have overall better flexibility, budgeting options and of course, it’s just utterly romantic and special to read your private vows in a faraway land. One choice isn’t inherently better than the other; it’s an intensely personal decision, but I’m always glad couples stay true to themselves and trust me in photographing such a big moment.
Charlotte & Michael Islandmagee Sunset Engagement Shoot/ Northern Ireland Wedding Photographers
For 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.
For 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.
Eva & Killian / Agafay Desert, Morocco Elopement Photographer
I am incredibly grateful for all the opportunities coming to my life every day - and I am blessed with the clients that I get. People like Eva & Killian who are true wandering souls just like me, they love new places, they love discovering. They are also incredibly kind, loving, comfortable in front of the camera and just happen to be stunningly beautiful.
It was my first time in Morocco and it won't be my last one - the smells, the bustle and the craziness of Moroccan drivers seem like a distant memory now, but the whole trip was a true experience. So different from typical holiday destination and yet so close to Europe. It won't be forgotten because it was also my first destination elopement wedding outside UK or Ireland.
The elopement has been now featured in B. Loved blog
I am incredibly grateful for all the opportunities coming into my life every day - and I am blessed with the clients that I get. People like Eva & Killian who are true wandering souls just like me, they love new places, they love discovering and living to their full potential . They are also incredibly kind, loving, comfortable in front of the camera and just happen to be stunningly beautiful.
It was my first time in Morocco and it won't be my last one - the smells, the bustle and the craziness of Moroccan drivers seem like a distant memory now, but the whole trip was a true experience. So different from a typical holiday destination and yet so close to Europe. It is also special because it was my first destination elopement wedding outside UK or Ireland. I have so much respect for anyone who's planning their own wedding, yet the one abroad, in a place so different and non-traditional like Morocco.
We started the morning prep in Marrakech's most Instagrammed Riad - La Maison Marrakech. Eva had 2 dresses - day dress from Cherry Williams and evening dress from Luna Bride. Eva found Marian, a local MUA on Instagram and she also did her hair. It was crucial we got the make up right, as the temperatures on Agafay desert in October can still reach 30' and the last thing we'd want is a tired looking bride. Marian did a fantastic job and Eva looked happy & glowing in the Moroccan sun.
Little can I say, that would come close to describing how infinite it feels on the desert. We drove to Agafay Desert, situated about 30 km away from busy Marrakesh to experience the most serene and beautifully picturesque view of Atlas mountains. There are two very popular places to camp under the stars and consider your Moroccan wedding or elopement - Scarabeo Camp and La Pause, where we were heading. The venue on Agafay Desert is called La Pause, because it perfectly describes what you do when you get there. You take a break. There is no electricity, no wifi, just camels, great food and the mountains. And it doesn't feel lonely.
I had an amazing time shooting this elopement wedding inspiration in Morocco & I' grateful for all new frendships we made there. If you'd like to see more images of my travel & food adventures while sightseeing Marrakech click here. Thanks to Eva & Killian, an amazing bride and groom! I hope I'll be able to work with you again one day & thank you for everything. Special thanks to Anneka, Radka, Marta & Nicola Dixon for organising.
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