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Wedding Photography Journal

Complete real weddings, pre-wedding stories and practical planning guides from the UK, France, Italy and destinations across Europe.

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An Intimate Villa Durazzo Elopement photography by Janis Ratnieks

Portofino · Villa Durazzo

An Intimate Villa Durazzo Elopement

Andrej and Irina’s intimate Villa Durazzo wedding in Santa Margherita Ligure, with Hotel Splendido preparations and portraits along the Italian Riviera.

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Royal Mougins Wedding Photographer photography by Janis Ratnieks

South of France

Royal Mougins Wedding Photographer

A real two-day Royal Mougins wedding in the South of France, photographed from the welcome dinner and olive-garden ceremony to portraits, poolside dinner and party.

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London Pre-Wedding Guide photography by Janis Ratnieks

London · UK

London Pre-Wedding Guide

Plan a London pre-wedding photoshoot with practical advice on seasons, sunrise and sunset, locations, routes, permits, outfits and overseas planning.

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Musée Rodin Wedding in Paris photography by Janis Ratnieks

Paris · Wedding venue guide

Musée Rodin Wedding in Paris

A practical Musée Rodin wedding guide covering the gardens, Hôtel Biron, ceremony options, photography and planning in central Paris.

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Wedding in Sicily at Capofaro photography by Janis Ratnieks

Sicily · Salina

Wedding in Sicily at Capofaro

I had the incredible pleasure of photographing this unforgettable wedding on the stunning island of Salina, Sicily in Capofaro Locanda & Malvasia Hotel . O

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Cork Wedding Photographer photography by Janis Ratnieks

Cork Wedding Photographer

A real destination wedding in Cork: Caroline and John at Honan Chapel, University College Cork and Fota Island Resort, photographed by Janis Ratnieks.

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Château Diter Wedding Photographer photography by Janis Ratnieks

South of France

Château Diter Wedding Photographer

Real Château Diter wedding photography near Grasse in the South of France, with an outdoor ceremony, gardens, portraits, al fresco dinner and evening celebration.

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Nikon Z8 Review photography by Janis Ratnieks

Photography gear

Nikon Z8 Review

A working wedding photographer’s real-world Z8 review, including autofocus, handling and firmware updates.

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Santorini Pre-Wedding Guide photography by Janis Ratnieks

Santorini · Greece

Santorini Pre-Wedding Guide

Plan a Santorini pre-wedding shoot in Oia: sunrise vs sunset, crowds, walking, wind, outfits, route planning and session length, with real Santorini photographs.

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Wedding in Positano photography by Janis Ratnieks

Positano · Amalfi Coast

Wedding in Positano

When it comes to planning the perfect wedding in Positano , Italy, there are a lot of details to keep in mind. The date, the location, the dress, your gues

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How to plan an elopement photography by Janis Ratnieks

Planning guide

How to plan an elopement

Start with the place and the experience you want, then plan the ceremony, travel and photography around a day that feels like yours.

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Vaux-le-Vicomte Wedding Guide photography by Janis Ratnieks

Paris · Wedding venue guide

Vaux-le-Vicomte Wedding Guide

Planning and photography guidance for a wedding at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, including the estate, gardens, timing and guest experience.

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