Photographers
Picture Perfect...
You’ve chosen your church, reserved your venue and booked your
favourite photographer. But where will you go to capture those first
picture-perfect moments of married life?
Couples all over Ireland are driving to secluded and idyllic spots to
capture their blissful day in a memorable and original way, and brides
in the South East are particularly lucky to have an array of stunning
locations to choose from. From ancient ruins, to riverside vistas, when
choosing a location for your photographs, it’s wise to keep in mind the
theme of your wedding, the scene that you’re hoping to create, and of
course, the dress that you’ll be wearing. If you plan to wear six-inch
heels and your wedding dress has a ten-foot train, there’s no point in
aspiring to pose atop the region’s highest mountain!
We have chosen our top scene setters for stunning Spring snaps and
hope that they provide you with inspiration for your own special day
in the Sunny South East.
Kilkenny Castle & Gardens
Located at the heart of the marble city, Kilkenny Castle has stood
guard amid the beautiful rose gardens for almost a millennium.
The tranquil flow of the river Nore provides an almost musical
accompaniment to the elaborate fountains and winding paths that
combine to create this picturesque setting for your romantic shots.
Mahon Falls Comeragh Mountains, Co. Waterford
Go back to nature as you pose in front of Mahon Falls, high in the
Comeragh Mountains. With panoramic views of the Waterford coast,
the rugged mountains and world-famous waterfall, your photographs
will re-ignite memories of a most beautiful day.
John F. Kennedy Arboretum, New Ross, Co. Wexford
Springing to life with 4,500 varieties of trees, a huge variety of flora
and fauna, and a stunning lake, Kennedy Park provides a diversity
of settings for your snaps. Walking, hand-in-hand along a woodland
path, or posing with family in the expansive arboretum, will provide
natural, romantic and unforgettable moments to treasure.
Woodstock House and Gardens Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny
A visit to Inistioge is incomplete without a trip to Woodstock House
and Gardens. Home to an array of exotic plants, its gardens host
a rose garden, walled garden, terraced garden, grotto and rockery,
leaving your photographer spoilt for choice.
Holy Cross Abbey, Thurles, Co. Tipperary
A former place of pilgrimage and home to Cistercian Monks, Holy
Cross Abbey exhibits some of the most elaborate architecture in
the country. For newlyweds wishing to add a touch of serenity and
spirituality to proceedings, it’s the perfect place to capture those
memorable moments.
Huntington Castle and Gardens, Clonegal, Co. Carlow
A 17th century castle that has served as the set for a number of
period films, Huntington Castle and Gardens has a number of unique
features that make it particularly special. With a Yew tree avenue
and lime tree walk, an ancient vine in the conservatory, and temple
in the basement, this county Carlow
