Side view of a bride and groom embracing with a soft-focus effect, the bride is wearing a flower hairpiece and a sleeveless dress, and the groom is in a suit.

AMERICAN TRADE
HOTEL
WEDDING AND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

Photographers AND SUPER 8 VIDEOGRAPHERS for your intimate destination wedding or elopement

For the Nostalgic, Storyteller, and Cinema Lovers

Let‘s have a Simple but Deep Connection

WHY

amERICAN
TRADE HOTEL?

Dream Weddings Start in PANAMA

The American Trade Hotel, in Panama’s historic Casco Viejo, offers old-world charm, vibrant culture, and refined luxury—perfect for an intimate wedding or elopement. With its colonial architecture, jazz-infused ambiance, and top-tier service, it’s a cinematic gem for couples seeking style, soul, and a celebration rich in culture and character.

AMAWELLA

For couples looking to blend history, design, culture, and intimacy into a truly unique wedding experience, the American Trade Hotel in Panama’s Casco Viejo offers an unmatched setting. Located in the heart of the city’s charming UNESCO-listed old quarter, this boutique hotel combines colonial elegance with modern sophistication—making it the perfect backdrop for a cinematic, deeply personal wedding or elopement.

The hotel itself is a masterclass in atmosphere. Restored from a 1917 landmark building, it features high ceilings, wrought-iron balconies, and a mix of vintage and contemporary décor. Every corner is photogenic—ideal for stylish, editorial-style wedding photos that capture both emotion and place.

Casco Viejo’s cobbled streets and vibrant architecture offer more than just a setting—they bring history, soul, and an energy that infuses your wedding with something unforgettable. You can say your vows on a rooftop with sweeping views of the city and sea, then dance under the stars with the sound of live jazz echoing from the hotel’s world-renowned Danilo’s Jazz Club.

Panama’s cultural blend is reflected in the hotel’s cuisine, offering a menu that draws from Caribbean, Latin, and international influences—crafted by chefs who understand the art of intimate, celebratory dining. Whether it's a courtyard cocktail hour or a private dinner in one of the hotel’s elegant salons, every bite is thoughtful and rich in flavor.

The American Trade Hotel partners with top wedding planners, stylists, and creatives, ensuring your experience is flawless and visually stunning. It’s not just a venue—it’s a storybook setting where elegance meets authenticity, perfect for couples who want their wedding to reflect not just their love, but also their love of place, culture, and character.

PHOTOGRAPHER FOR SMALL AND INTIMATE WEDDING, ELOPEMENT, ADVENTURE ESCAPADES & COUPLE STORIES

WE ARE so delighted to see you on OUR website, let’s talk about your wedding IN AMERICAN TRADE HOTEL and create a small but deep connection

Thank you for visiting my website! If you’re seeking a wedding photographer who combines a journalistic, fine art, and storytelling approach, you’ve come to the right place.

As a French destination wedding photographer with a passion for traveling the globe, I am especially captivated by the beauty and spirit of AMERICAN TRADE HOTEL

It’s my mission to showcase the magic of your wedding day through my lens, and AMERICAN TRADE HOTEL
provides the perfect backdrop for unforgettable moments. I invite you to explore my full stories and see highlights from previous destination weddings.

While I am based in Europe, I always cherish opportunities to photograph in AMERICAN TRADE HOTEL and collaborate with creative, inspiring couples like you. If you’re interested in working together, please feel free to send me a message. I typically respond within 24 hours, and I’d love to discuss how I can help make your special day truly extraordinary.

Discover my portfolio, read testimonials from my couples, learn more about my vision, or simply reach out to connect.

Thank you once again, and welcome!

VISUAL STORYTELLER

EST. 2014

AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE

 FAQs

  • Eric René Penoy offers bespoke wedding photography and videography services, specializing in intimate destination weddings and elopements. They focus on cinematic storytelling, capturing raw, unposed moments that reflect the essence of each couple's love story. The services include both traditional photography and Super 8 videography, with a unique approach that emphasizes emotions and atmosphere over staged shots. They also offer vow renewals, two-day escapades, and mentoring for photographers.

  • Yes, Eric René Penoy and his team travel for weddings and elopements, offering destination wedding photography and videography services globally. They specialize in capturing intimate moments in stunning locations, ensuring each couple's love story is uniquely told, regardless of the destination, religions, cultures, or sexual preferences.

  • The booking process with Eric René Penoy involves reaching out through their website’s contact form. After receiving your inquiry, they will discuss your wedding or elopement details, availability, and packages. Once confirmed, you’ll sign a contract and pay a deposit to secure the date.

  • Destination photographers are experienced in adapting to weather conditions, often finding creative indoor locations or rescheduling shots to work around the weather.

  • Here’s a comprehensive list of wedding types to reflect openness to all kinds of unions. It emphasizes inclusivity across cultural, religious, sexual, and racial dimensions:

    Religious Weddings:

    • Christian (Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, etc.)

    • Muslim

    • Jewish

    • Hindu

    • Buddhist

    • Sikh

    • Traditional African spiritual weddings

    • Indigenous and First Nations ceremonies

    • Pagan or Wiccan

    • Interfaith weddings

    Civil and Secular Weddings:

    • Civil ceremonies

    • Secular or non-religious ceremonies

    • Commitment ceremonies

    Cultural Weddings:

    • Traditional African weddings (e.g., Wolof, Zulu, Ashanti, etc.)

    • Indian weddings (e.g., Punjabi, South Indian, Bengali, etc.)

    • East Asian weddings (e.g., Chinese, Japanese, Korean)

    • Middle Eastern weddings

    • Latin American weddings

    • European traditional weddings (e.g., Italian, Greek, Irish)

    • Indigenous weddings from any region

    Same-Sex and LGBTQ+ Weddings:

    • Same-sex marriages (gay and lesbian couples)

    • Non-binary or gender-diverse ceremonies

    • Queer-inclusive celebrations

    Interracial and Multicultural Weddings:

    • Interracial marriages

    • Cross-cultural weddings blending traditions

    Destination and Adventure Weddings:

    • Beach weddings

    • Elopements

    • Mountain or forest weddings

    • Urban chic ceremonies

    • Intimate micro-weddings

    Unique and Thematic Weddings:

    • Eco-friendly or sustainable weddings

    • Vintage or retro-themed weddings

    • Fantasy or cosplay weddings

    • Minimalist or modern weddings

    Other Types of Weddings:

    • Vow renewals

    • Second marriages or blended family ceremonies

    • Polyamorous union ceremonies

    • Anniversary celebrations

    Commitment to Inclusivity:

    "We warmly welcome and celebrate all forms of love, unions, and traditions. Our goal is to honor your unique love story, whatever your background, beliefs, or preferences."

  • Barn Wedding - Church Wedding - Religious Wedding - Hacienda Wedding - Finca Wedding - Lake Wedding - Rooftop Wedding - Rainy Wedding - Sunset Wedding - Winter Wedding - Backyard Wedding - Beach Wedding - Forest Wedding - Island Wedding -Outdoor Wedding - Ranch Wedding - Mexican Wedding - Vineyard Wedding - Circus Wedding - Indian Wedding - Chinese Wedding - Asian Wedding - Japanese Wedding - Punjabi Wedding - Korean Wedding - Same-Sex Wedding - Vietnamese Wedding - Greek Wedding - Lebanese Wedding - Scottish Wedding - British Wedding - Urban Wedding - Country Side Wedding - Jewish Wedding - Orthodox Wedding - New Orleans Wedding - Russian Wedding - Moroccan Wedding - Interfaith Wedding - Civil Wedding - African Wedding.

Get in touch.

ericrenepenoy@gmail.com

Based in Europe from March to October.
Based in Mexico from October to March.

ANY QUESTIONS?

 CHOOSING A SIMILAR LOCATION FOR YOUR INTIMATE WEDDING OR ELOPEMENT

Covering an elopement or intimate wedding in that location is amazing. I am keen, honored, and humbled to be able to cover your special day. I am always available for you, even on weekdays from Tuesday to Thursday if I have to travel. Just shoot me a message, an email, or even a direct message on WhatsApp on the links below.
I can't wait to read or hear from you and create a unique story in a nontraditional way and create a beautiful narrative. Keeping emotion, small gestures, epic portraiture, group shots, and dance floor photographs to create a gallery with at least 1200 pictures for you to create your own story.

When you hire me, you get the entire me, my creativity, my knowledge, my brain, my emotions,
my SOUL, my MIND, my HEART.

A black and white photo of a smiling couple outdoors, with the woman wearing a black dress and holding a camera, and the man in a black shirt and pants. They are embracing in front of a natural, wooded background.

THE COLLECTION
STARTS AT 1400 EUROS.

I offer 3 different wedding packages that come with variable hours, prints, or albums.
I can sometimes offer discounts for midweek weddings.
Please contact me, and you will receive a lot of information regarding the packages.

Please fill out your details, and I will get in touch with you shortly. Thanks for letting me know your wedding dates and your name, phone number, and email address. If your event concerns a wedding, engagement, honeymoon, trash the dress, or portrait, I would love to read your comments if you wish. 


You can also contact me on Instagram, @ericrene.penoy

Let‘s have a Simple but Deep Connection