Portalegre Wedding Photographer: hello to the first day of summer

Departure from the church Igreja Igreja de Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide, with the bride and groom under a great shower of rose petals of various colors, by the wedding photographer in Castelo de Vide.

THE WEATHER AND THE WEDDING by THE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Departure from the church Igreja Igreja de Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide, with the bride and groom under a great shower of rose petals of various colors, by the wedding photographer in Castelo de Vide.

The photos are of the wedding with the ceremony at the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide


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The First Day of Summer and the Wedding

In a mirror, the groom's mother, with him, buttons his suit vest.

Seasons, weather, and calendars don’t always align well. It’s not the first time that, on my way to fulfil the destiny of my cameras on a wedding day, the long-range forecast for an ideal and blessed wedding day doesn’t turn out as expected due to the absence of sunlight.

Put simply, on Inês and João’s wedding day, things might not have gone as planned. Rain, despite the saying, could have forced us to escape unwanted drops. And indeed, that’s exactly how it was during the first part of the task.

To confirm the importance of this opening paragraph, it’s worth noting that it was a day of celebration… the first day of Summer. What is certain is that the winds and clouds, I’m sure, somehow knew what was happening, discussed it, and just as the bride transformed into one—because a woman only becomes a bride after the dress is worn—Summer arrived, hand in hand with Spring, and from that point on, everything was as it should be.

Being a Wedding Photographer is Enough

In a mirror, in front of them, the groom tightens his tie with the help of his mother.

Photographing weddings has an adventurous and challenging side that might not seem obvious at first. But it’s true. Everything happens at a dizzying pace, with car races in between—sometimes worthy of American movies—with GPS systems failing to find the address, and churches sealed off by parked cars, leaving us scrambling for a spot of our own. And off we go again, running to greet the priest as if we were finalists in an Olympic sprint.

Pure truth. But it’s also true that all of this adds a vital challenge that makes the result—the photographs—even more rewarding. I don’t need to travel the world, become an athletics or motorsport champion, or climb or descend mountains at high speed on skis to feel the rush and energy of adrenaline. Being a wedding photographer is enough.

In profile and smiling, the groom hits the sleeve of his coat.

A Wedding in the Heart of the Alentejo: The Celebration of Inês and João

On the first day of Summer, Inês and João were married at the imposing Church of Santa Maria da Devesa, in Castelo de Vide. Despite uncertain weather forecasts, the day turned out to be perfect for capturing unique moments through the lens of a wedding photographer.

The Ceremony at the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa

The groom looking at the wedding photographer, in a portrait after ready, for the wedding ceremony.

The Church of Santa Maria da Devesa, located in Praça D. Pedro V, is one of the largest temples in Alto Alentejo. Built between 1789 and 1873, it stands out for its Baroque and Neoclassical architecture, with two bell towers and an imposing south-facing façade.

The church’s interior is equally impressive, with a rectangular nave divided into four sections by painted pilasters. The barrel-vaulted ceiling and the main chapel with a Baroque-style decorated altar provide a majestic setting for any wedding ceremony.

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  • Wedding photographs at the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa
  • Wedding ceremony in the Alentejo

The Reception and Captured Moments

The bride, looking down, as the hairdresser does her hairstyle.

After the ceremony, the bride, groom, and their guests moved on to the wedding reception, where joy and emotion were captured in every photograph. From the cake cutting to the first dance, each moment was recorded with professionalism and sensitivity.

The gardens of Castelo de Vide served as the backdrop for the couple’s photo sessions, taking advantage of the natural beauty and the soft light of the day’s end. The Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha, located on a nearby hill, was another iconic spot where the couple posed for the wedding photographer, creating unforgettable images.

  • Wedding reception in Castelo de Vide
  • Wedding photographs in the gardens of Castelo de Vide
  • Photo session at the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha

The Importance of a Professional Wedding Photographer

Sitting in front of a mirror, the bride getting her hair done for her wedding.

Being a wedding photographer is more than capturing images; it’s about telling stories, eternalising emotions, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Every wedding is unique, and the ability to adapt to different situations, like weather changes or logistical setbacks, is essential to ensuring excellent work.

In the case of Inês and João, the experience and keen eye of the wedding photographer were crucial to capturing the essence of the day, from the preparations to the final dance. Attention to detail, sensitivity, and refined technique resulted in wedding photographs that reflect the authenticity and beauty of the moment.

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  • Authentic and emotional wedding photographs
  • Capturing unique moments on the wedding day

Are you planning your wedding in Castelo de Vide or elsewhere in Portugal? Make sure every moment is captured with professionalism and passion. Get in touch to learn more about wedding photography services and how we can help make your day unforgettable.

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Bride smiling among blurred objects as she was getting her hair done for her wedding.
At her parents' house, the bride appears in a mirror with her mother who makes the final adjustments to her dress.
The bride looks at the bouquet of flowers, inside a mirror.
In the mirror, the bride checks her eye paint before leaving for the wedding ceremony.
The bride looking at herself in a mirror.
Portrait of the smiling bride, by the wedding photographer, before leaving for the church.
Sitting in front of a piece of furniture with a mirror, the bride next to objects important to her.
In the midst of family, the bride on the stairs that lead to the street where the car is, which will take her to the wedding ceremony in the church.
On the street, next to the car, the bride and family are getting ready to leave for the wedding ceremony.
The bride gets into the car that takes her to the wedding ceremony.
Inside the car, the bride smiles at the window.
With her father and the girl with the rings, the bride enters the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide.
Among the guests, the bride, with her father, heads to the altar for the wedding ceremony.
In the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide, the bride and groom in front of the altar, with the priest, and the guests in the background.
Sitting during the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom listen to a wedding guest read the scriptures.
The bride, together with the groom, takes the oath of marriage.
The groom taking the oath of marriage as he puts the ring on the bride's finger beside her.
Detail of the bride and groom's hands, when the groom puts the ring on the bride's finger.
After the wedding ring ceremony, the bride and groom look at each other, talking.
Interior of the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide with all the participants of the wedding.
The priest, out of focus, blesses the couple seated in front of her, at the wedding ceremony at the Church of Santa Maria da Devesa in Castelo de Vide.
The bride signs the wedding book.
Bride's hands on the wedding book, signing.
The bride, laughing, receives congratulations from a wedding guest as she leaves the church.
The groom in the midst of the wedding guests, receiving wedding greetings after the ceremony.
The bride smiles at a wedding guest, who congratulates her on the wedding.
The groom, in front of a wedding guest who congratulates him.
The groom opens the car door for the bride to enter with the bouquet in hand and leave for the location of the wedding party.
The decorative flowers on the wedding cake.
The newlywed couple enters the wedding dining room.
The wedding dining room with the bride and groom at the table.
During the wedding meal, the bride converses with guests at a table.
The newlywed couple with two guests at a table when they are offered a gift.
The couple dancing, opening the wedding party ball.
In the garden of Castelo de Vide, the bride and groom look at each other, smiling.
In front of a tree in the garden, the couple poses together for the wedding photographer.
On the stairs of the gazebo in the garden of Castelo de Vide, the bride hugs the groom from behind.
Standing together, the bride and groom in a classic pose, among the plants in the garden, for the wedding photographer.
The bride reclining on the groom's chest, among the plants and trees in the garden of Castelo de Vide.
Black and white portrait of the bride sitting on the bench in the garden, by the wedding photographer.
Holding hands, the bride and groom talk in the garden, looking at each other.
Next to a balustrade, the bride and groom hold hands, with the bride leaning on the groom's chest and smile.
Portrait of the bride, in black and white, smiling and holding her dress in her hands.
The groom in a black and white portrait in the garden of Castelo de Vide, with a flower on his coat lapel.
The bride and groom walking up the stairs to the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha in Castelo de Vide.
On the stairs to the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha in Castelo de Vide, the bride and groom pose for the wedding photographer.
The groom climbing the steps of the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha in Castelo de Vide with the bride a little further behind, out of focus.
The bride holding the balustrade of the staircase to the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Penha in Castelo de Vide, with the groom in front, out of focus.
The moment when the bride throws the bouquet to be caught by the singles at the wedding, behind her.
In a wedding party game, the bride covers the groom's eyes with her hands with guests dancing behind her.
Among wedding guests, the bride and groom dance.

By Fernando Colaço

I am Fernando Colaço a wedding photographer based in Portugal. My approach to wedding photography is open and not intruder, leaving the event just to happen. We may call it photojournalism. But, it is better to let the photos talk. I am at your service.

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