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Relaxed & Elegant Wedding Day at Darver Castle, County Louth

Alannagh & Killian’s wedding at Darver Castle was a classic black tie affair with lots of personal touches and relaxed atmosphere.

The couple said "I do" at the stunning St. Joseph's Church in Ballymartin, followed by a reception at the beautiful Darver Castle. Alannagh wore a timeless off-shoulder wedding dress from @castlecouturegalgorm and Killian chose a classic black tie from @sd_kells. The bridesmaids looked lovely in cream dresses, and caring flowers from the super-talented @ditsyfloraldesign.

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Destination Wedding in Genoa, Italy - Santa Margherita Ligure wedding of Anais & Edgar at the Imperiale Palace Hotel

Anais & Edgar had the loveliest autumn wedding in Italy, in the little town of Santa Margherita Ligure, nestled on the coast between the iconic Portofino & Cinque Terre.

Just over 40 of their nearest and dearest were in attendance, we were so lucky to get a beautiful, sunny day, which meant their guests enjoyed a long alfresco reception and dinner at the Imperiale Palace Hotel.

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Caterina and Caolan's Grand Castle Leslie Wedding

Embark on the enchanting love story of Caterina and Caolan wedding day as they exchanged vows in a classic ceremony at Armagh Cathedral & celebrated with drinks reception, dinner and dancing at Castle Leslie.

If you are getting married at Castle Leslie have a look at the gallery below. All day photography packages available, please enquire by clicking HERE

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How to Choose the Perfect Irish Wedding Venue for Your Day

Choosing the perfect wedding venue is one of the most important decisions you'll make when planning your big day. The venue sets the tone for the entire event, and it's important to choose a location that reflects your personal style and vision for your wedding. If you're planning an Irish wedding, there are plenty of stunning venues to choose from, but how do you narrow down your options and find the perfect venue for your style? In this post, we'll share some tips to help you choose the perfect Irish wedding venue for your style.

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Stepping into Forever: The Benefits of Wedding Dance Lessons

A wedding is a joyous celebration that marks the beginning of a lifelong journey for couples. It is a day filled with love, excitement, and cherished memories. While the planning process can be overwhelming, one aspect that shouldn't be overlooked is the wedding dance. Embarking on dance lessons before the big day can enhance the couple's experience and create an unforgettable moment for everyone involved. In this article, we explore the numerous benefits of wedding dance lessons and why they are worth considering for every bride and groom-to-be.

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How To Make The Most of Your Wedding Reception

If you want to make the most of your wedding reception by spending quality time with your guests and getting through the family shot list quickly, then I have some fantastic tips to help you plan your wedding timeline. These suggestions will ensure a seamless flow of events and allow you to create beautiful memories with your loved ones.

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Northern Ireland Couple's Photoshoot at the Dark Hedges, Giant's Causeway and White Rocks Beach

If you are looking for a photographer in Northern Ireland and would like to explore the Causeway Coast with them while taking stunning photos, you're in the right place.

Today's couple, Kate & Gus, travelled from the USA to Ireland and wanted to visit iconic Northern Irish locations and take their engagement photos. We visited the Dark Hedges, Giant's Causeway, Dunseveric Castle and White Rocks beach. The photoshoot took approximately 4 hours with sightseeing, photos, and driving there and back from Belfast.

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Black Tie Lough Rynn Castle Wedding in Ireland

The couple enjoyed a relaxed wedding day at Lough Rynn Castle with their nearest and dearest. They tied the knot at a stunning church near Lough Rynn Castle, St Josephs Church Aughavas, Co. Leitrim. After the ceremony, we travelled back to the fairytale Irish castle for a champagne and canapes-filled reception.

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Elegant Killeavy Castle Wedding, Ireland Castle Wedding Venues

If you’re searching for a beautiful, elegant Irish castle venue for your wedding day you have to take Killeavy Castle near Newry into consideration. Located in the countryside near the border with Ireland, this stunning castle offers beautiful background for a wedding celebration, big or small. Beautiful staterooms, extensive gardens for photographs, a marquee and a newly built hotel attached to the castle make a perfect solution for the couple and their guests.

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Relaxed and Romantic Summer Lockdown Wedding in Ireland

All of 2020 weddings have been so incredibly special and personal, all planned under difficult circumstances, all absolutely stunning and worth mentioning. Today I’m showing you one of those Covid weddings where the couple had to push their original April date to August and get married at home. Planning a wedding during a pandemic is incredibly difficult, it’s hard to get excited and motivated, there’s just so much uncertainty it’s difficult to know what to do and say. Cutting down your guest list, having no music or first dance, no venue of choice is all incredibly upsetting to think about but I want you to know it won’t take away from your day.

You will be married and the day will be amazing and it really is all that matters. You will be relieved and you will be able to call him your husband(or wife)! 4, 15 or 80 guests, you will absolutely not regret going ahead! You will love the feeling of being married, the feeling of not having to worry about it ever again.

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How To Plan Your Relaxed Wedding Day Timeline

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.

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Top 10 Wedding Venues with Beautiful Gardens in Northern Ireland

I 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.

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Chateau Soudtard, St. Emillion black tie wedding of Ella & Will, Bordeaux

I am so pleased to be able to share with you this fabulous, super romantic & elegant, black-tie wedding at a dazzling French castle, Chateau Soutard.

This was a dream of a wedding! The stunning backdrop of this idyllic castle, emotional outdoor ceremony and fabulous reception full of music, food and Aperol! A real joy to witness this big day, which took months to plan and prepare, as couples families flew from Australia. Planning a wedding in France is a challenge, especially if you live in another country and your guests will fly from every part of the world. Nonetheless, it's all worth it because you can't put a price tag on memory you’ll treasure forever. All your favourite people in one place to celebrate love, family and togetherness!

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How to Choose a Makeup Artist for Your Wedding Day

If you’re a little overwhelmed when it comes to choosing your wedding suppliers - especially makeup and hair, look no further! Today I’m chatting with my business friend and a person I recommended to my brides countless times, the multi-award-winning, pro-make-up artist Sinead from @maidbysineadbridalmakeup. She’s kindly answering all my questions about booking a pro-make-up artist for your wedding, giving some tips on how to stay sane on the morning of your wedding and talking about switching career and starting her business. Sinead has helped so many of my brides achieve that beautiful glow, which ultimately resulted in stunning photos on the day. She's always positive and calm, which helps you relax when you're a little stressed during the getting ready part. If you’re unsure what suits you and your bridal party, she can advise you in a way that will enhance your natural beauty, rather than putting a mask on your face.

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