Wanted: Destination Wedding Photographer- Ireland

August 7, 2009

I wanted to reach out and see if you could help me find a Great Destination Wedding Photographer for my Wedding!

Boy is it tricky to pick out your vendors for a destination wedding. I started my search for photographers that were based in Ireland but haven’t found exactly what I am looking for. I do have one that I’m strongly considering however, I want to do a little more searching just to make sure.

Here is my criteria:

1.) Must have an Artistic Approach to Shooting Weddings

via Sarah Rhoads Photography {source}

2.) Can See The Love and Passion in the Details

*Bonus Points if they can capture great tablescape and foodscape shots!! (My favorite!)

via Ruby Press {source}

via Not Without Salt {source}

via Lisa Rigby Photography {source}

3.) Is Laid Back and Let’s The Moments Come Together Themselves

via Once Wed {source}

4) Has The Look of Million Dollar Photos on a Penny Candy Budget

To us, photography is very important. The photos will be what is left after the wedding is over, we get it. However, since we are having a very intimate wedding, we don’t have a large budget for photography.

Let’s just say, the other photographer is offering around $2500 for her services (dvd of all photos & rights, no album.) I know what you are thinking, there is no way I’m going to find a photographer in the US who will be able to offer all of that for $2500, but who knows! Miracles can happen, right?

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If you know a great photographer or are a great photographer that meets my criteria, please comment here or feel free to email me at AbbyLBrennan@gmail.com.

Thanks for your help!!

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Megan writes... {August 7, 2009 at 3:06 pm}

I really don’t know how expensive flights and such are right now, but this could be a cheaper option. One of my fav photographers (http://www.ee-photography.com) waives all photo fees in exchange for a plane ticket and other travel amenities.

Latoya writes... {August 7, 2009 at 3:07 pm}
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Check out Our Labor of Love http://ourlaboroflove.com/. They took the images you’ve posted from Once Wed. I’m using them for my September 5th wedding and I’m super excited.

Katie writes... {August 7, 2009 at 4:10 pm}

Visit our site! We do destination weddings around the world and would love to do yours :)

Katie writes... {August 7, 2009 at 4:10 pm}

http://www.kevinhulett.com

Katie writes... {August 7, 2009 at 4:11 pm}

kevinhulett.com

Adam Trujillo writes... {August 7, 2009 at 4:15 pm}

Hello I am a destination wedding photographer out of Las Vegas, NV. I would love to talk more with you and about your wedding, as I see you have a great eye and appreciation for diverse and unique wedding photography. I believe we would be a great match for the style and budget you are trying to meet. I hope to hear from you soon, and congratulations on your engagement!

Adam Trujillo

Ashley writes... {August 7, 2009 at 7:02 pm}
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Thanks so much for including the carrot photo. However this particular shot was taken by my husband who happens to be a ridiculously talented wedding photographer. GabrielBoone.com
They are happy to travel! And I am happy to tag along as I eat my way through new cities.

Briana Elledge writes... {August 7, 2009 at 8:40 pm}

Hi Abby! My husband and I are destination photographers based out of Tampa, FL and when I read your post I fell in love with your ideas & general philosophy when it comes to photography. As I am partial to your location (I am actually Irish), and love your ideas, I am sure we could work out a package that has everything you need. Please feel free to contact us as we would love to talk with you more about your wedding. Also, check out our blog for our most recent work, weblog.dlweddings.com

Thanks!

Briana Elledge

robertrory writes... {August 8, 2009 at 8:09 am}

The couple in the weeding dress were looking awesome and there walk on the hilly area is great

Corbin Harris writes... {August 8, 2009 at 12:05 pm}

Hi Abby, I did email you, but wanted to post here quickly. I would love the opportunity to photography your wedding in Ireland next August. This next weekend, I will be in Newport, RI to shoot 3 weddings and would be happy to meet with you in Boston to show you more of my work.

Thanks!

Corbin

Gerry writes... {August 8, 2009 at 1:39 pm}

Just be careful if using a destination photographer who is not an EU citizen. They will need a work permit to do this – which might need a bit of advance planning – and/or may be difficult to get.

Teresa Marenzi writes... {August 9, 2009 at 4:11 pm}

Hi Abby!

Gerry is right… Which is why I´m suggesting us! :)

http://www.iconoclash-photography.com

We´re based in Berlin but work all over Europe, and we´d be happy to photography your wedding next year!

All the best!
Teresa

Teresa Marenzi writes... {August 9, 2009 at 4:26 pm}

… Berlin, Germany that is!

lsheryl writes... {August 10, 2009 at 8:52 am}

I found a local photographer for our Italian wedding through the wpja website. The association lists members in all price ranges. For us, full day coverage with 2 photographers and post-processed hi-res pics on dvd (no album) cost us 800euros. Good luck!

Amy Campbell writes... {August 10, 2009 at 3:30 pm}
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Hello Abby,

I hope that you are having fun checking out all the options that have now been presented to you. I hope that you will take a chance and view my website/blog and see what you think. I would love the opportunity and challenge that you have presented to us! I would offer my full services at the cost of only the travel/accommodations! Good luck with your planning!

Amy (my sister’s name is Abby)

Abby writes... {August 10, 2009 at 5:15 pm}
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WOW! I just want to thank EVERYONE for responding to my post! Not only did I receive many comments here but also through email.

I will be sorting through all of the inquiries and making my decision very soon!

Thanks again!
Abby

bobbi+mike writes... {August 11, 2009 at 4:54 pm}
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Hey Abby! One of my clients actually pointed out your quest to me :) We’ve done several destination weddings ourselves and I think we fit your criteria quite well!

Have a great day!
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Kristy writes... {August 12, 2009 at 12:39 pm}

Abby – Lillian & Leonard is a husband & wife photography duo out of Scotland. You can see photos on their blog (http://lillianandleonard.blogspot.com/) and on their website (http://www.lillianandleonard.com/). I love their photography, and they’re close to Ireland. They just went to France for a shoot, I believe. Plus, the wife is a blogger (http://www.peoniesandpolaroids.com/) and is absolutely fabulous.
Kristy’s most recent blog post: Brasil! And Updates.

Maggie Moore writes... {August 13, 2009 at 10:25 am}

Check out Alison Conklin’s work – she’s very talented and great to work with. We’ve worked on her business stationery and packaging and one of my coworkers had a shoot with her recently And she does destination weddings! Best of luck!
Maggie

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Marissa writes... {August 13, 2009 at 3:44 pm}

I love your site!!!

Bernard writes... {August 14, 2009 at 6:44 am}

Beautiful shots, Abby! Love all of the detail shots, the colors, and especially the Morning walk shot!

Krabata writes... {August 27, 2009 at 4:04 am}

Hallo! I am wedding photograpgher. You can check out my photos at my web page.

http://www.kstudija.lv/

Feel free to ask mee any questions! :)
I can send to you my portfollio.

Mary Brown writes... {November 18, 2009 at 11:16 am}

Congratulations to you both! It is a really special time for you planning your big day, and I wish you both every success. Your guests from the States are going to love Ireland. Everyone here is so warm and welcoming and, of course, up for a party of any kind so get your drinking boots on!

Based in Dublin I provide wedding and photography coverage throughout Ireland, across the Europe and other destination weddings abroad.

http://www.marybrownphotography.com/

Few events are as wonderful as your wedding and I take great pleasure in being part of your celebrations. Recently married myself, I know just how much thought and effort goes into planning your big day and I will be there from the start while you are getting ready, right through to your first dance, looking for those spontaneous moments and special details that will give you a timeless reminder of your wedding day.

Margo writes... {December 26, 2009 at 3:08 pm}

Hi Pretty Girl,

I live in Canada and have family in Europe so it would be cool to come do a wedding and then go see family :)

Check out my work and lets talk about your gorgeous wedding !

Margo

Marika Ripke writes... {May 1, 2010 at 9:31 pm}

Aloha and Congratulations on your upcoming wedding.
I am a professional photographer based out of Hawaii and would love to come to Ireland and photograph your wedding. My rate would be $1900 and includes a DVD of all images with the rights to use, print, share the photos as you wish. Let me know if you would like me to hold the date. Thank you and aloha!
Marika
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Jess Kamens writes... {June 4, 2010 at 10:06 am}

Hi there… I am a professional photographer from New York, but I travel often to Ireland. I might be there already? When is your wedding? Also, I am relocating to Slovakia which is a VERY cheap flight from Ireland. So, I might be able to do this for way less than you have listed here.
Smiles!
Jess