Way Up North in Rome | From Ireland to Italy | Wedding Photography Event
Being able to share my personal experiences and adventures on my blog is something I really look forward to. I owe these adventures to the couples I work with, who are willing to share their intimate moments of life with me. So, here is my experience in going to Rome for Wayupnorth - Wedding Photography Conference. I wanted to learn something new, and to meet some of the top photographers from all over the world. But, that’s not all! A big reason I was excited to go was because I knew I’d have the opportunity to meet photographers that I “knew” through social media, but had never met before. You can never really know someone until you meet them in real life, after all! I can say I easily made new friends, and met some truly beautiful people with great personalities. The trip, and the interactions, allowed me to come back home feeling recharged, and full of positive energy.
As a photographer, I think it can sometimes be far too easy to get bogged down with shooting, editing, blogging, etc. While that’s obviously our livelihood, it’s also important to take a break once in awhile, and refresh your mind and creative spark with other like-minded people. A place like Wayupnorth is definitely the way to go!
It was my first time in Rome, an I couldn’t have enjoyed it any more if I tried - I fell in love with the city, and I’m actually pretty jealous of photographers who get to shoot weddings there all the time! From the vibrant colours, to historic buildings and monuments, and beautiful warm light - this is a photography heaven. The night-life in Rome is something I’ll never forget, including incredible food and exquisite wine. I left my workhorse DSLRs back in Ireland, and only took my super-sexy, small Fuji x100T, so here are a few pictures from the trip - Enjoy!
P.S. - Never judge someone based off their handshake! ;-)
Irish Elopement in Roundwood House | McCaela & Joe
I felt a connection with McCaela and Joe from the very start, and was excited to be a part of this intimate Irish elopement.
I couldn’t have asked for more upon hearing their special plans for the day, or their location.
It was very clear how in love they were, and how special this relationship was.
They chose to get married in their hometown of Boston about a month before they came to Ireland,
to exchange their vows in Roundwood House - a truly magical place,
ideal for small, intimate, emotional ceremonies. And of course, their ceremony didn’t disappoint on any of those levels!
There wasn’t a dry eye in the house (including my own) as the pair exchanged their vows,
and I truly felt as though I was a part of something magical. The warm, inviting atmosphere allowed everyone to relax,
feel comfortable, and enjoy the most touching moments between McCaela and Joe, and I’m truly honoured I was able to be a part of it.
Pre wedding pictures | Therese & Joe | Photographers Ireland
Therese and Joe are building their new house and had a great idea to photograph their pre wedding pictures inside the building while it is still under construction.
The light and atmosphere were simply superb.
Enjoy!
Castle Dargan wedding | Kati & Aidan
It’s always nice to ‘come home’ and shoot a local wedding, especially after exploring much of Ireland with what I do. While it’s nice to have the opportunity to visit new places, being able to shoot in Sligo is always a treat, and Kati and Aidan’s wedding was absolutely no exception. Aidan and Kati live in Luxembourg, and decided to get married in Ireland (Aidan is Irish) at Castle Dargan in the cozy Coach House Lounge. Their wedding was an intimate affair in an historic setting, with preparations taking place in the 200 year old Castle Dargan House, and the civil ceremony held in the main hotel. What was a truly incredible experience, though, was being able to visit Strandhill with the couple - a small, charming village near Sligo and one of my favourite places to visit for a relaxing walk. I wanted to be able to capture Aidan and Kati’s first special moments as husband and wife, and was so happy to come back with beautiful, intimate pictures that truly celebrated the love between them. I can’t thank Aidan and Kati enough for being such a warm, inviting, and laid back couple to work with. It was an honour to be a part of your special day!
