PRESERVING
LOVE

ON YOUR BIG DAY, OUR GOAL IS TO CAPTURE, IN A CURATED
WAY, THE ESSENCE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY OF YOUR
LIFE. YOUR WEDDING DAY IS A BIG PARTY AND WE WANT YOU
TO HAVE FUN – THAT’S ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS
IN DESTINATION WEDDINGS.

PRESERVING
LOVE

ON YOUR BIG DAY, OUR GOAL IS TO CAPTURE, IN A CURATED WAY, THE ESSENCE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT DAY OF YOUR LIFE. YOUR WEDDING DAY IS A BIG PARTY AND WE WANT YOU TO HAVE FUN – THAT’S ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS IN DESTINATION WEDDINGS.
Bride and groom kissing in balcony at villa sola cabiati lake como
Wedding photography by Vanessa and Ivo destination wedding Europe

VANESSA & IVO

With a style influenced by cinema and fashion, our goal is to create special and intimate wedding films and photography that capture the essence of amazing couples. Year after year, couples trust us to preserve their love stories with cinematic-quality visuals and timeless photography.
You just found the team who will document your destination wedding with intention, calm, and elegance.

Vanessa & Ivo are a Portuguese photography and filmmaking duo specialising in destination weddings throughout Europe.
Our work combines documentary observation with an editorial aesthetic inspired by cinema and fashion.
Since 2012 we have photographed and filmed weddings in Portugal, Italy, France, Spain, Greece, Morocco, the UK and beyond.

Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer in Europe


Cinematic wedding videography by Vanessa and Ivo destination wedding Portugal

PROUDLY FEATURED IN

Our work has been featured by British Vogue, Brides, Style Me Pretty, Junebug Weddings, The Wed, Over The Moon and other leading wedding publications.

Vanessa and Ivo seen in Vogue
Vanessa and Ivo featured in Style Me Pretty
Vanessa and Ivo featured in Junebug Weddings
Vanessa and Ivo featured in Bridal Musings
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Vanessa and Ivo featured in Brides Magazine

HOW DO YOU
WANT TO
REMEMBER
YOUR
WEDDING?

REACH OUT TO US

WE DOCUMENT DESTINATION WEDDINGS ACROSS EUROPE AND BEYOND
Portugal · Lisbon · Sintra · Lake Como · Tuscany · French Riviera · Mallorca · Marrakech

Stories in photos

Couple posing at intimate wedding in Paris France

Brittany & Stephen

PARIS, FRANCE

There’s nothing more timeless than an intimate wedding in the heart of Paris, surrounded by your closest loved ones. Set against the charming streets and iconic architecture of the City of Light, this celebration of love, family, and togetherness captures the true magic of a Parisian wedding. Just imagining it brings a sense of joy, romance, and pure enchantment.

Wedding dinner tables at Villa Aurelia Rome Italy destination wedding

monica & Hal

ROME, ITALY

Imagine a luxurious wedding unfolding at the iconic Villa Aurelia in Rome, one of the most breathtaking wedding venues in Italy. The radiant bride, wearing not one but three stunning wedding dresses, looked like she had stepped out of a classic romance film. The groom, effortlessly elegant in his tailored suit, couldn’t take his eyes off her. As the sun dipped below the horizon, the golden light bathed the entire ceremony in a warm, romantic glow—creating a scene as magical and timeless as any Hollywood love story.

Bride and groom walking in front of Seteais Palace arch

Indre & Basil

SINTRA, PORTUGAL

Indre and Basil’s wedding took place at Palácio de Seteais in Sintra, near Lisbon—a location full of history and charm. We were honored to document their day, capturing real moments as they unfolded. From quiet glances to shared laughter, our goal was to preserve the story of their celebration through honest and thoughtful wedding photography. Being trusted to tell their story in such a unique setting was truly meaningful.

Bride and groom at Persian wedding Athens Greece alfresco dinner

AMANDA & AMIN

ATHENS, GREECE

Alfresco dining, beautiful Persian wedding on the Greek Athens Riviera This is elegant Persian wedding happened in Greece last summer. The bride wore a stunning Galia Lahav, and the groom was dressed in a tuxedo. The couple invited their guests to an alfresco dinner at a beautiful location overlooking the sea. After dinner, it was time for lots of dancing and partying!

STORIES
IN MOTION

THE POWER TO CAPTURE EMOTION

While a photograph freezes a single moment in time, a video unfolds a sequence of moments, allowing viewers to experience a narrative and connect emotionally with the unfolding story. That’s what we’re looking for our wedding videography.

CORINNE & JOE

LOS ANGELES, USA

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ALLIE & ALEX

LAKE COMO, ITALY

A COLORFUL WEEKEND

LISBON, PORTUGAL

Bride and groom kissing in front of Villa Aurelia Rome Italy
Vanessa and Ivo named 7 best wedding photographers in Portugal
Bride and groom walking hand in hand destination wedding Portugal
Corinne and Jamie Foxx
Wedding couple at Lupaia Tuscany Italy destination wedding
Bride and groom at destination wedding Vanessa and Ivo
Bride and groom portrait destination wedding Sintra Portugal
Destination wedding couple editorial photography Europe Vanessa and Ivo
Bride in Quinta da Bella Vista
Jamie Foxx daughter's wedding
Bride and groom cinematic wedding photography Vanessa and Ivo

THIS IS WHAT WE HAVE BEEN UP TO

“Our jaws are on the floor. We have spent the last few months trying to put our wedding into words for people and have always felt like they just wouldn’t be able to understand. Now they will. It stopped my heart. What an incredible art you guys have perfected and on that will influence young couples for the rest of their lives. ”
Meaghan & Fernando
“Vanessa & Ivo are AMAZING!!! They captured my 3 day wedding weekend in Italy. We had lots of time with them and their team. They are such great people, they bring the best energy and make you feel very comfortable in front of the camera. They also do a great job at capturing what is happening in the moment. They pulled us aside briefly for couple sessions, but they really wanted to capture the weekend organically. I am so excited to get the final results back. If I could re-live the weekend again, I would absolutely hire them all over again! ”
Alyssa & Matt
“Vanessa & Ivo are true masters of their craft and were an absolute dream to work with. They were by far the quickest decision we made for our wedding. Their experience and talent are immediately apparent, and they know exactly what they’re doing. What truly sets them apart, however, is their energy and their presence.

(…)On your wedding day you want to feel like you are in hands of professionals, I knew I could relax because they were there and that feeling is invaluable. If you are looking for a sign to hire these two, THIS IS IT!

Obrigado V&I!!! ”
Caitlin & Julien

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL
QUESTIONS?

We are based in Portugal and document weddings throughout Europe and beyond. Whether you’re celebrating on the Amalfi Coast, in the vineyards of Tuscany, on the shores of Lake Como, in the French Riviera, or anywhere else in the world, we’re always happy to travel for the right story.

Our collections include destination weddings, and we’ll guide you through any travel logistics to make the process as seamless as possible.

We intentionally accept a limited number of weddings each year so that every couple receives our full creative attention from the very first conversation to the final delivery.
Working with a small number of celebrations allows us to invest the time each story deserves—getting to know our couples, documenting each wedding with care, and editing every photograph and film ourselves. It also gives us the flexibility to travel throughout Europe while maintaining the level of quality and personal approach that defines our work.

Rather than chasing volume, we choose to focus on creating timeless work for a select number of couples whose vision resonates with ours.

Absolutely. Some of our favourite stories unfold over several days rather than a single celebration.
Many destination weddings include welcome dinners, rehearsal gatherings, pool parties, farewell brunches or cultural ceremonies, and we believe these moments are just as meaningful as the wedding day itself. They allow relationships to unfold naturally and help tell the complete story of your wedding weekend.
Whether you’re planning an intimate two-day celebration in Portugal or a three-day wedding in Italy, France or anywhere else in Europe, we’re happy to create coverage that reflects the full experience—not just the ceremony itself.

Yes. While many of our couples choose to book both photography and filmmaking for a seamless experience, each service can also be booked independently.

Whether you’re looking for photography, films, or both, our approach remains the same: creating honest, timeless work that reflects your story with care and intention. During our first conversation, we’ll help you understand which option best suits your plans and how we can tailor the coverage to your celebration.

Every wedding we document is carefully curated and edited by us, which means we never outsource the creative process. We believe your photographs and films deserve the time and attention required to create something truly timeless.

Our photography galleries are typically delivered within 10 to 12 weeks, while our films are delivered within 8 months. Throughout this time, you’ll receive a selection of preview images shortly after your wedding so you can begin reliving the day while we continue crafting the complete story.

We value quality over speed, ensuring that every image and every frame receives the same level of care as the moments themselves.

We deliver your photos & films on an online gallery, making it easy to share with your friends and family. This also allows you to download everything for safekeeping.

We’re always looking to capture the essence and mood of a wedding – we believe that each wedding is unique.
We like to keep things simple and try not to intervene during the day. We don’t pose or direct our couples too much and we don’t fabricate moments for the films. We can, however, offer some pointers for specific moments just to get the best out you.

Yes, we use drones. You’ll find some drone footage in most of our films, but we approach drones the same way we do our regular cameras. It’s a tool to tell a story. We use drone footage mainly to show a location or provide context to our films.

For weddings happening in Portugal we have flat rates to some of the most common destinations. Other destinations or events that span across multiple days are calculated per each case.

For international weddings we have to check flights and accommodation to make an estimate.

Depending on the type of films you chose in your package, we aim to deliver something within the ranges stated in the package you chose, but we may deliver something shorter or longer, if we feel the story needs it.

For photos we aim to deliver somewhere between 800-1000 edited high-res photos.

Each package has a number of hours of coverage. We feel that usually 8 to 10 hours is more than enough to get everything we need. The time we stay at a wedding is not an indication of how long the wedding will take, it’s just how long we’ll actually be there. You can still have fun and enjoy your time with your friends and family after we leave – you just have to plan and decide what’s important for the film.

You can always add more time if needed.

For typical full day weddings we’re expecting to sit down and have dinner at some point in the day. Although we don’t have to sit with your guests, we’d appreciate if this is taken care of with the catering. The ideal time of our meal is at the same time you’re having yours – that way we don’t lose anything important are we’re ready to get back to work as soon as you’re finishing your meal.

We don’t need the full speeches for our films, so we try to record the audio and then film some segments of the speaker and the crowd reactions. If this is something the couple really wants to be filmed in its entirety, we recommend that they book the “Full Speeches” addon. That way we’ll record it in full, with two cameras, and deliver it edited in a separate film.
Please also note that, as we explain in the question above, if the speeches happen during dinner (specially between courses) we may not be there to film it.

We welcome any creative input you might have about your wedding film. However, our creative workflow implies making many different decisions on each moment of the pipeline, throughout the time we spend thinking about each film, finding the story and editing it. This includes choosing the perfect shot, the perfect moment to make a cut, the perfect song and the perfect bit of dialogue. Due to this process, it’s impossible to involve every couple in every moment or in every creative decision – there simply would be no time. That is why any creative input you might have is welcomed before we start working on your film, and changes after the film is ready are minimal (replacing or removing a shot here or there).

Music is a very important component in our films. We’ll try to gauge your musical style by the songs you choose for specific moments during the wedding day, and you’re free to send us a playlist of songs you like beforehand, but we’re limited to using songs we can license for your film. These are incredible songs that you won’t hear on the radio, and will be forever associated with your wedding film.

VANESSA & IVO

“VANESSA & IVO ARE A DUO OF PHOTOGRAPHERS AND FILMMAKERS, PASSIONATE ABOUT CREATING ARTISTIC, INTIMATE AND CINEMATIC IMAGES, WITH AN EDITORIAL TWIST”

– BRITISH VOGUE

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