The Wedding Photographer in Portugal | The photographer after the yes, rice and flowers at the wedding

NOW, IT IS DONE by the PORTUGAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Wedding couple outside the church under grains of rice.

The bride and groom leave the Basilica of Mafra after the wedding ceremony

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The Wedding Photographer and His Photographs

There is a turning point that the wedding photographer senses in the emotions of the couple sitting in front of the altar of a church, with the priest as the only person in their line of sight. Behind them, there are always many others watching closely, not missing a single moment. But I often notice that the couple seems to feel alone, as if abandoned by everyone and left in the hands of a more or less inspired priest.

The wedding photographer feels, and his photographs confirm, that as soon as the vows are spoken and the weight of the rings is felt on their fingers, followed by a glance behind to check that they are not alone, a deep breath of relief takes place. Then come sincere smiles, exchanged glances, and just like that—it’s done. We’re married.

A Bond Through Marriage

What follows is pure joy: being celebrated by everyone, with traditional handfuls of rice thrown high and flower petals floating through the air, in that corridor of love and festivity, followed by countless kisses and hugs that the wedding photographer captures without missing a single one.

It is the final part of a stage in the day that changes the bond between two people who chose each other through marriage. And I know it’s true—because I was there, I saw it, and I photographed it.

Point by Point:

During the wedding ceremony, it sometimes seems to me that the bride and groom are abandoned by their guests, with only the priest truly present with them.
That feeling disappears the moment the ring exchange is complete, and they proudly show their wedding bands to everyone.
Then, the wedding photographer captures all the joy that bursts forth as grains of rice fly through the air and flower petals float, filling the space with their fragrance.
It marks the culmination of yet another important part of the wedding day, and the photographs I took prove that it truly happened.

You Need to Know:

Either way, I will be there to capture the photographs of your wedding ceremony. Come and learn more, see the wedding albums I have to show, and let’s get to know each other. Contact me.

It’s not true, but in large churches, it can often seem like the couple is alone at the altar while their guests are far behind them. However, it’s just a matter of space, not emotion or participation.