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Castle Konopiste wedding / Oksana & Vladislav wedding day photography

Castle Konopiste wedding / Oksana & Vladislav wedding day photography

Oksana & Vladislav chose the stunning Konopiste Castle for their destination wedding in Prague. Originally from Russia, they wanted a special wedding for their family & friends and this stunning castle in the Czech countryside did not disappoint.

The castle was built about 7 centuries ago in a French Gothic style and has a stunning collection of tapestries, furniture, hunting memorabilia and of course truly stunning details that set this castle apart from the many others. Konopiste also served as the last residence of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria, heir to the Austrian-Hungarian throne. I was told that he bullet that killed him is actually held their in the collection. Konopiste has also served in several famous films such as The Illusionist and to be able to shoot inside in some of its storied halls and rooms are a real treat.

After their wedding ceremony at the castle was over, we were given a private tour of the many stunning rooms and we were allowed to use a few of these rooms for a very quick portrait session. Obviously setting up lights and moving around furniture is a bit difficult so we kept it very simple under the incredible frescoes and chandeliers. Afterwards a few rounds of drinks and sweets with close family & friends on the castle grounds was in order before heading off to Prague.

Oksana & Vladislav were not too keen on the main tourists spots so we instead headed up to another magnificent castle: Prague Castle. I personally think for most couples that simply want to enjoy their first time together as husband and wife and without the large crowds this is always a wonderful idea. Oksana & Vladislav very much enjoyed the more laid back feeling and the calm atmosphere overlooking the bustling city below. After visiting many of the wonderful locations at the castle and the gardens we walked down and across to our last location of the day: the Astronomical Clock. For many couples having one last kiss under this historical clock is important and lets face it – it is also a great way to end our part of the portrait session as well.

All in all, a very peaceful, relaxed and truly beautiful summer day with one of our favorite couples from Russia: Oksana & Vladislav.

To Oksana & Vladislav, on behalf of myself and my team, we wish you much love, happiness and future success in your new lives together.

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A special thanks to Cary for handling the lighting assistance and a big thank you to Konstantin and his lovely wife of http://www.wedding-cz.ru who did a wonderful job planning this wedding.

Church Ceremony: Castle Konopiste 1st Reception: Castle Konopiste – Portrait Locations: Prague Castle & gardens, Riverside and the Astronomical Clock.

A big thank you to Cary for assisting & Konstantin and his lovely wife of for planning this wedding.

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A Rock n Roll Bridal Portrait Session with Martina

Martina's Rock n Roll bridal portrait session

bridal portrait session Prague / Martina’s lifestyle portraits

Introducing the lovely Martina – a truly stunning Rock n Roll bride with a sense of style that is all her own. She is also a talented artist, professional tattooist and model. Originally we were going to do an urban series but as we had one of those gloriously sunny autumn days in Prague where the light was truly gorgeous we decided to change our locations and capture a more simpler, natural, albeit different bridal session.

Portraits that are as much about the brides hip and cool demeanor and ones that capture her very cool attitude always go well with me, but most of my clients demand; Prague! As Martina lives here that was not necessary. Sadly our session was over almost as soon as it started as we only had about 2 hours for her session, but that was ok. We, as my American colleagues would say, ‘killed it’ which means we had a highly successful session.

BTW for those who are wondering – these images and the flares that you see are all natural – no photoshop tricks…

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Prague St. Thomas Church: Julia+Sergio wedding day

{Prague Wedding Planners} Julia + Sergio stunning Prague wedding day!

‘My name is Julia. I am planning to get married on 28th of June 2014. After browsing your beautiful work on your website my fiancè and I would like to involve you as our photographer for our special day.’

Honestly, I was totally smitten when I met Julia & Sergio. They were so excited, so very much in love and full of life and joy – you just knew that they were planning a truly special day for the union of their two families: families & friends from Italy, Russia, Switzerland and many others from around the world. They knew Prague, the locations and they knew exactly what they were looking for. My only concern: making sure that they had time to enjoy it. Weddings can be so over choreographed that couples rarely have a few moments alone until it is time for bed.

But Julia & Sergio had the time, time to breath, relax, and take it all in after a beautiful wedding ceremony at St. Thomas and to reflect on the days events while overlooking one of the most beautiful skylines in the world. I doubt they will ever forget those special moments above Prague on that very special summer day in June.

It was a beautiful and wonderful in so many ways, I hope these images convey that.

To Julia & Sergio, I wish you both much love, happiness and prosperity in your new lives together as husband and wife.

Church Ceremony: St. Thomas Church – 1st Reception: The Augustine – 2nd Reception & Dinner: The Four Seasons – private party held at the Cloud 9 Sky Bar & Lounge. Portrait Locations: Prague Castle and the Terrasse of the Four Seasons Prague. Hair & Makeup by the wonderful Bara K – musical entertainment provided by the lovely: Petra Ernyei

A big thank you to Cary for assisting & the wonderful ladies from Exclusive Weddings who did a brilliant job.

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Charles Bridge Wedding / Kimberly & Jules / prague wedding day

Charles Bridge Wedding / K&J / prague wedding day

When I first met Kimberly & Jules last year I knew that they were planning something truly special for those who were lucky enough to join them here. After all how often do you see couples exchanging vows amongst the cobblestones of a truly historical and well known place as the Charles Bridge? But what I really liked about Kimberly & Jules – they are two especially warm hearted, wonderful people – the kind you instantly like and truly enjoy being around. You just knew that this was going to be special.

With a violin player leading the way, Kimberly & her mother strode across the Charles Bridge and it was truly quite a site to behold as her Jules waited anxiously for her beautiful bride. It was a very special symbolic ceremony as the two exchanged vows under the watchful eyes of the historic statues and a huge amount of tourists who were happily clicking away at this truly unique occasion.

Afterwards it was a tour of the usual sites around the riverside before heading off to U Fleck where their guests awaited. U Flecku is a very traditional Czech brewery as Kimberly & Jules wanted a very Czech feel to their wedding and they did not let them down. With much singing, dancing, toasting- and of course who can forget Leos Brabec dancing atop the tables and then asking them to dodge traffic for a video of them in front of the dancing building – it was quite a nite. And then a final kiss in front of the historic U Fleku as it poured down rain. It was in a word: beautiful.

To Kimberly & Jules, I am so incredibly happy for the two of you. I wish both of you much love, happiness and prosperity in your new lives together. And I am very much looking forward to seeing you two again here in Praha.

A big thank you to my assistant Cary. Thelma Ward of Prague Wedding Planners who pulled off what can only be described as the wedding of the year. Hair & Makeup by the wonderful Bara K. Videography by Leos Brabec of Prime Time Video and you can see his wonderful work here: http://www.primetimevideo.cz/cz/svatebni-video

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Elopement wedding Prague / Vrtbovska Garden / Polya & Dirk wedding day

Elopement wedding Prague / Vrtbovska Garden / Polya & Dirk wedding day

First off the weather was gorgeous, picture perfect for our latest bride Polya who married the very lucky Dirk at Prague’s stunning Baroque garden Vrtba Zahrada. With a horse and carriage to deliver them to the garden it was a truly beautiful day for an elopement wedding. To be honest, as much as I enjoy weddings (especially those all day long affairs) I truly enjoy the intimacy of being with a young couple, who without fanfare, simply marry in a wonderful location. No fuss, no stress, no worries, just two people having a wonderful time exchanging their vows and then heading out for a truly fantastic portrait session as they experience their day as husband and wife.

If I was to marry again this is how I would do it!

To Polya and Dirk, my new friends. I am so looking forward to 2.0! You guys rock! Wishing you both much love, happiness and success in you new lives together as husband and wife!

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Castle Hluboka nad Vltavou wedding / Suki & Steven / photography

Castle Hluboka nad Vltavou wedding / Suki & Steven / photography

Suki & Steven traveled over from Hong Kong to marry at the stunning Castle Hluobka outside of Prague. With close family members and friends in attendance it was a beautiful candle lit ceremony. Though the weather was freezing that did not stop them from having a wonderful time exploring the castle grounds. But not to be outdone, they also opted to have a truly stunning all day portrait session in Prague. What I really enjoy about Suki & Steven was how laid back and easy going they were.

To Suki & Steven, you two are truly wonderful people. I very much wish you much happiness, prosperity and success in you new lives together as husband and wife.

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St. Thomas Church wedding / R&B Prague wedding photos

St. Thomas Church wedding / Rachel & Brendan Prague wedding photos

When Rachel contacted me about her wedding I was pretty excited. She is friends with one of my first clients from 2008 who also had an elopement wedding in Prague: Tara & Ethan. Originally she was thinking of marrying in the Ukraine (a country I very much love ) and bringing me out for it, but it became a bit more complicated that they had time for. So they decided to elope here in Prague. Knowing that it was going to be just her and her fiancee Brendan I really wanted to create something truly special for them.

They had a very simple and beautiful ceremony at the Church of St. Thomas in the heart of Mala Strana. I always felt that this was one of the most beautiful churches in Prague and of course it was all the more special as pastor PhDr. P. William Faix is one of the nicest people you will ever meet.

After their vows under the stunning murals of this incredible church, it was time to head out to enjoy the warmth of this enchanting city. As the weather was simply perfect we decided to enjoy a boat ride along the Vltava. Personally, if you have the time, this makes for a truly unforgettable excursion and Brenden was more than happy to row his stunning and beaming bride Rachel around as other boaters also took pictures and cozied up to them.

Afterwards, we took a wonderful stroll around the city simply capturing them enjoying their first day together as husband and wife. I must admit, Rachel & Brenden are two very sweet and incredibly nice people (Canadians of course!) and being able to capture their wedding day in a truly relaxed and fun way was a real treat and joy.

To Rachel & Brenden, I wish both of you much happiness, success and love in your new lives together! And congratulations on the new addition to the family.