She said YES in Chania, Crete

Love found its perfect moment in the old Venetian harbor of Chania, Crete.
A young man living the United Kingdom chose this stunning location—right next to the iconic lighthouse—to ask the most important question of his life.

As the golden hour painted the sky, he presented a beautiful ring, and she said “I do.” The magic didn’t stop there. We captured their first moments as an engaged couple, watching the sun dip below the horizon in one of Greece’s most romantic settings.
From ground level to aerial shots, every angle told the story of their love against the timeless backdrop of Chania’s Venetian harbor. Congratulations to this beautiful couple on the beginning of their forever! 💍
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Pre wedding photo shoot in Vienna Austria. Sebastian & Maggie live in Vienna and are getting married this year in @visitpaleochoracrete Crete in Greece. And I will be their lucky photographer for the event. During my recent visit to city of music the couple and I walked around the historical center that was so inspiring. A fun time and a fantastic way to get to know the couple before our reunion on the South of Crete this July. Most images were shot on #kodakportra along with some bits and pieces of video.

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Spoiler.
The first picture is like travelled in time and actually happened as you see it. A period dressed up gentleman was in front of the Museum of Nature History writing poetry (ok on his phone). I snuck up and quickly got this stunning shot.
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So during my recent trip to Vienna this May, I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph a couple’s pre-wedding shoot. They live in Vienna and will be getting married this summer in @visitpaleochoracrete , Crete.
Pictures provably in my next post.
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While I was there, I spent an hour and a half walking through the beautiful old town, scouting locations among the majestic buildings and gardens. These images capture that brief exploration—Vienna through my eyes, shot on my 35mm film camera with #kodakportra400
This is my perspective of the city, discovered while searching for the perfect spots for their love story.
📷 35mm film | Kodak Portra 400
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Last pic, selfie in Vienna.
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On my way to @wayupnorth this week and during the educational few days is an interesting evening set up by the folks @pictime_us where the photographers submit an image that tells an interesting story. If selected the image is the topic of discussion by the photographer.

I was amongst the following 3 images that I titled:

1) What’s so funny
2) I’m in trouble now
3) What’s on their minds

Which one should I send?

✨ Love knows no borders ✨
Two beautiful souls traveled all the way from the States to say “I do” in the breathtaking mountains of Crete, Greece. 🇬🇷🧡
Their intimate elopement at @markakisestate in Apokoronas was a dream brought to life — with a stunning orange theme woven through every detail, from the vibrant florals to the cake. Every moment was perfectly prepared and styled by the incredible team at @creteforlove
The mountainous landscape they fell in love with became the backdrop for their love story, and the emotions captured in these images speak volumes. Pure joy. Deep connection. Unforgettable moments.
Congratulations to these two radiant brides! 🧡🤍
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💍 Planning & Styling: @creteforlove
📍 Venue: @markakisestate , Apokoronas, Crete
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Here’s a shorter version without “workshop”:
Just returned from an incredible journey to Madeira, Portugal, and my heart is so full! 🇵🇹✨
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Spending days on this stunning island with fellow photography pros, we captured beautiful couples against Madeira’s breathtaking landscapes – but the real magic happened between the shots.
The connections we made, the knowledge we shared, and those golden hour moments when everything just clicked – these are the memories I’ll treasure most.
To my new friends and creative collaborators: thank you for inspiring me and reminding me why I fell in love with photography. We didn’t just create beautiful images together; we built a new community, willing to support each other.
Madeira, you were the perfect backdrop for new beginnings. Until next time! 📸💙
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Special thanks to mr @wayupnorth himself @_coleroberts for bringing us together and setting this up.
And to Youtube wedding photographer sensation @taylorjackson for being part of the team.
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Lost in the ancient laurel forests of Madeira 🌿✨
There’s something otherworldly about Madeira’s mystical forests—where centuries-old trees twist into powerful, almost spooky shapes, and the mist wraps around you like a veil. On this windy day, nature became the perfect co-creator for this intimate elopement.
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The way her dress danced with the wind, how they moved through the trees, above them, within them—this is what elopement photography is all about. Raw, untamed, and deeply personal.
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that breaks all the rules in one of the world’s most unique locations, let’s talk. Madeira’s ancient forests are waiting.
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Madeira Island — wild cliffs, lush forests, and endless ocean views. A place where nature feels alive in every direction. As a destination and elopement photographer, usually based in sunny Crete, I was amazed by Madeira’s raw beauty — the mist, the wind, and the dramatic light that turned every moment into something cinematic.
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This elopement was a reminder that love stories don’t need perfect weather — just two people ready to embrace the adventure. The wind, the waves, and the mountain peaks became part of their story, creating images full of emotion and atmosphere.
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Walking through the sun-drenched streets of Funchal was pure magic. The bright, beautiful day brought the vibrant colors of Madeira’s capital to life as I captured it all on my 35mm film camera.
There’s something special about shooting film—the intentionality, the anticipation, the timeless quality it brings to each frame. Between shots, I grabbed some video on my iPhone to capture the movement and energy of this stunning town.
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Madeira in Bloom
There are moments when nature and emotion meet in perfect harmony — like this one, where a bride in a soft, flowing white dress paused beneath an enormous red bougainvillea on the island of Madeira.

The contrast of her elegance against the vivid bloom felt like a quiet conversation between grace and passion. This elopement was a celebration of simplicity and beauty, where every step told a story and every color carried meaning.

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A color that speaks in emotions rather than words — bold, passionate, and endlessly alive. In the quiet hills of Apokoronas, within a secluded little Greek chapel on the island of Crete, red became the heartbeat of this intimate elopement. From the vivid blooms that framed their vows to the cake that celebrated their joy, every detail carried warmth, love, and timeless beauty. This was a celebration of connection — where tradition met emotion, and love found its color.
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planner: @creteforlove

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Sultry summer evenings in Greece are almost here.
Barefoot walks along golden beaches, the sun melting into the sea.
On the island of Crete, every sunset whispers temptation.
Get ready to feel the heat.
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