So what does one do when it rains on the day of? Normally we would postpone, but as this was MingSi and Nicholas’s only chance for their Prague pre-wedding we went ahead. Though it was pouring down rain when we started, we were lucky enough to see it stop about an hour later and when it did – we were gifted with beautiful weather and an unforgettable pre-wedding experience.
American photographer Kurt Vinion has been creating the highest standard in pre-weddings in Prague since 2008. Known for his atmospheric and beautiful portraits, Kurt is regularly called upon to capture portrait sessions for discerning clients around Europe.
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Our latest couple Rebecca and Frank hail from Shanghai, decided to have a photo session in Prague after traveling around Europe. Unbeknownst to Rebecca, Frank also had a surprise engagement ring – and what followed was a wedding proposal that was live streamed to the world.
Rebecca & Frank also had a bit of a dilemma, they waited to nearly the last minute (they are very busy & successful people) and not only did they wish to have a European pre wedding but they also needed to have the entire session edited, retouched and files sent within two weeks. Of course when money is not an issue anything is possible. The other issue, Frank wanted to share his surprise marriage proposal to friends and family from around the world. What follows is a wonderful autumn morning (minus the sun…sometimes we have bad luck with the weather here), two outfits (that red dress is amazing) and a surprise that caught Rebecca totally off guard.
Photo shoot locations: Prague Castle, St. Vitus, Castle Steps, Charles Bridge, Nove Mesto, Old Town Square, Astronomical Clock, Mala Strana, Riverside and the finale at the Charles Bridge.
Special thanks to the team for doing a kick ass job (Linda, Cary & Dorota).
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Pre wedding photo Prague. The wonderful Daisy & Louis traveled over from Hong Kong to the Czech Republic to have their very special photo session in Prague. They also had a very small and sweet civil ceremony at The Old Town Hall in Prague where the two exchanged vows
As the summer months can get very hot and quite busy with tourists, we decided to take things easy and have a sunrise session starting at the incredible Prague Castle before they were to marry. The beautifully lit Prague Castle in the early am provided a quiet, magical scene that was straight out of a movie set – we simply had the castle gates and the gas lit streets all to ourselves.
As with many couples we work with from Asia, Daisy & Louis wanted a more natural and spontaneous look and of course a few fashion oriented portraits thrown in as well. After traveling to the usual locations (the Charles Bridge, Riverside and of course around Kampa) for their pre wedding portraits we headed to the always busy Old Town Square where they were quickly ushered upstairs and exchanged their vows. A short carriage ride afterwards provided the ending to the morning and then a break in the afternoon before our hair & makeup team readied them for a very short and magical sunset pre wedding portrait session.
I am very pleased at how this session turned out and Daisy & Louis were also quite pleased even though they had only seen a few images on the back of the camera. A week later they contacted me again and asked if we can do a second session with them in Venice / Venezia – of course I said yes.
But before we showcase their beautiful Venice session, let’s take a look at one of the most beautiful pre wedding portrait sessions captured by yours truly in Prague.
Portrait Locations: Prague Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square, Letna, riverside, Charles Bridge Hair & Makeup: Linda Chudmilova Lighting crew: Stefan
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Introducing our latest couple T+P who traveled over from Hong Kong to have their beautiful summertime pre wedding portrait session here in Prague with yours truly.
Like many couples from Hong Kong, T+P wanted a more laid back session without the many tourists. The wonderful thing about their pre wedding session, less staged and more natural images. Which means a very leisurely pace amongst some of my favorite locations here in Prague.
As many of our Hong Kong couples are looking for a more earthy, organic feel – Prague with its many gardens makes for a relaxed atmosphere overlooking the stunning city down below. Of course you can still have the many iconic shots: the Astronomical Clock, the Charles Bridge, but the truly stunning architectural shots that define this city is what makes it so truly special.
So with our itinerary worked out well in advance, we simply wandered on a warm summer day capturing two people in love exploring one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
The following is a small sampling of beautiful pre wedding portraits from T+P session here in Prague.
To T+P, we wish you both much love, happiness and success.
T+P / portrait session in Prague at the Royal Garden
T+P / portrait session in Prague at the Royal Garden
T+P / portrait session in Prague overlooking Mala Strana
T+P / portrait session in Prague overlooking Mala Strana
T+P / portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / pre-wedding portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / pre-wedding portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / pre-wed portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / portrait session at Prague’s Astronomical Clock
T+P / pre wedding portrait session at Prague Castle / St. Vitus Cathederal
T+P /portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / pre wedding portrait session in Mala Strana in Prague
T+P / portrait session at Prague Castle
T+P / pre wedding portrait session overlooking Prague
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A fun couple who chose many of Prague’s favorite locations for their pre wedding portrait session. Though the weather was quite grey & gloomy and threatening to rain during our session, that did not stop Dudu & Leo (and their two friends) from having a great time exploring many of the popular locations for pre wedding portraits.
Though our session was supposedly a daylight session only, we ran a bit behind due to a hair & makeup change and ended up catching some truly beautiful portraits of them at the Old Town Square after sunset. My personal favorites in addition to the stunning vintage inspired portraits of them at the riverside: the horse and buggy that was parked behind them that added an old world ambience to their portraits. To be honest, there is nothing special like having beautiful memories captured at the Old Town Square on a quiet summer evening.
To Dudu & Leo, congratulations! I wish you both much love, happiness and prosperity in your new lives together as husband and wife.
PS: and from our happy couple:
Dear Kurt, It’s a wonderful experience to have you as our photographer. I think if any friends of mine would ask me for pre-wedding/ wedding photographer in Prague, I would have no hesitation to introduce you to them.
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