BEST ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER PORTUGAL

Cinematic and Intuitive

French wedding photographer based in Europe during summer and Mexico during Winter. I cover small and Intimate weddings in Porto and travel all over Europe and the world to cover your Wedding or Elopement in the most natural and journalistic way possible.

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Specialized in small and intimate weddings and elopements all over Europe, with more than 220 weddings in the last 8 years.

I focus on telling the story of your wedding day in the most natural way possible. My approach is cinematic, epic, organic, and unstaged but still, you will receive thousands of images of your big day to revive it from details to strong family and portrait shots.

If you are creative, want to enjoy your day with friends and family, and are shy in front of the camera but still value photography, I will be the perfect choice for the most important day of your life.

I am a gif maker, photographer, and videographer using modern technology cameras and more nostalgic video cameras Super 8, camcorder, analog 35mm, and small disposable cameras to give you a different experience.

It is more than photography.

PHOTOGRAPHER FOR SMALL AND INTIMATE WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS, COUPLE STORIES

Welcome to my website

I am so delighted to see you on my website, let’s talk about your wedding and create a small but deep connection

As Best Portugal Wedding Photographer, 

Thank you so much for your visit to my website. If you are looking for a wedding photographer with an alternative approach to a journalistic way, fine art, and storytelling, you are definitely on the page you were looking for.

I am a French destination wedding photographer and love to travel all around the world. 
I am so passionate about this place that I want to have more opportunities to show what I am able to do for your D-day.

It will be my great pleasure to have a minute of your attention to have a look at my work, have a look at my previous weddings abroad. 
I am based in Europe but it is always a pleasure to go to Porto and do my passion and have a wonderful time with creative people. 

If you wish to join me, it will be my pleasure to hear from you. May I ask you to send me a message and I will answer you immediately (usually within 24 hours) and see if there is a potential way to work for the most important day of your life?

If you want to visit my latest stories, and my portfolio, know more about my testimonials from my couples, about me, about my vision, my latest obsession, my journey for the coming season, or simply contact me.

Thank you so much and Welcome.

Portugal Best Elopement Photography Service.


VISUAL STORYTELLER

SINCE 2014

AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE


Featured Elopements...

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT
GETTING MARRIED OR ELOPING IN PORTUGAL


Check out this FAQ to get started!
The most common questions our couples ask for


YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

Where to organize your Wedding or Elopement in Portugal?

If you have always dreamed of traveling within Portugal, Portugal is one of the top destinations you should consider for your elopement, due to its magnificent countryside and coastline. As an experienced elopement photographer, I have photographed many beautiful elopements here for couples forgoing traditional weddings and embracing their spirit of adventure.

Portugal is one of the top elopement destinations in Europe; a country with a lot of history, great weather/cuisine, and amazing traditions. You’ll be overwhelmed with choices for beautiful places to elope in this place, from the big cities full of character and atmosphere to the magical forests.   The possibilities for breathtaking locations are endless.

You can find some of the best wedding venues for your Wedding Or Elopement.


FREE GUIDES FOR COUPLES

Please find some guides for your wedding day.

BEST TIMES OF YEAR TO GET MARRIED OR ELOPE IN PORTO

Monthly Average Temperatures and Precipitation

 
Average min and max temperatures in Porto, Portugal
Average water temperatures in Porto, Portugal
 

A bit of History about Portugal.

Portugal, officially the Portuguese Republic (Portuguese: República Portuguesa is a country whose mainland is located on the Iberian Peninsula of Southwestern Europe, and whose territory also includes the Atlantic archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira. It features the westernmost point in continental Europe, and its Iberian portion is bordered to the west and south by the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and east by Spain, the sole country to have a land border with Portugal. Its two archipelagos form two autonomous regions with their own regional governments. Lisbon is the capital and largest city by population.

Portugal is the oldest continuously existing nation-state on the Iberian Peninsula and one of the oldest in Europe, its territory having been continuously settled, invaded and fought over since prehistoric times. It was inhabited by pre-Celtic and Celtic peoples who had contact with Phoenicians and Ancient Greek traders, it was ruled by the Romans, followed by the invasions of the Suebi and Visigothic Germanic peoples, in turn followed by the Moors who eventually were expelled. Portugal as a county was established during the early Christian Reconquista. Founded in 868, the County of Portugal gained prominence after the Battle of São Mamede (1128). The Kingdom of Portugal was later proclaimed following the Battle of Ourique (1139), and independence from León was recognized by the Treaty of Zamora

In the 15th and 16th centuries, Portugal established the first global maritime and commercial empire, becoming one of the world's major economic, political and military powers. During this period, today referred to as the Age of Discovery, Portuguese explorers pioneered maritime exploration with the discovery of what would become Brazil (1500). During this time Portugal monopolized the spice trade, divided the world into hemispheres of dominion with Castile, and the empire expanded with military campaigns in Asia. By the early 19th century however, events such as the 1755 Lisbon earthquake, the country's occupation during the Napoleonic Wars, and the resulting independence of Brazil in 1822 led to a marked decay of Portugal's prior opulence. This was followed by the civil war between liberal constitutionalists and conservative absolutists over royal succession, which lasted from 1828 to 1834.

The 1910 revolution deposed Portugal's centuries-old monarchy, and established the democratic but unstable Portuguese First Republic, later being superseded by the Estado Novo (New State) authoritarian regime. Democracy was restored after the Carnation Revolution (1974), ending the Portuguese Colonial War. Shortly after, independence was granted to almost all its overseas territories. The handover of Macau to China (1999) marked the end of one of the longest-lived colonial empires in history.

Portugal has left a profound cultural, architectural and linguistic influence across the globe, with a legacy of around 250 million Portuguese speakers around the world. It is a developed country with an advanced economy which holds the 14th largest gold reserve at its national central bank, the 8th largest proven reserves of lithium, with the weight of exports representing 49% of its GDP in 2022 and high living standards. Additionally, it ranks highly in peacefulness, democracy, press freedom, stability, social progress, prosperity and English proficiency. A member of the United Nations, the European Union, the Schengen Area and the Council of Europe (CoE), Portugal was also one of the founding members of NATO, the eurozone, the OECD, and the Community of Portuguese Language Countries.

SO NICE TO MEET YOU, I AM ERIC-RENÉ
Couple Sessions - Weddings - Elopements - Portraitures - Engagements and Proposals Photographer


I am the guy behind the lens. I am a full-time dreamer, documenter, film lover, traveler, and definitely not a traditional wedding photographer. I want to document Real Stories in the most natural, relaxed, and journalistic way possible.


Awards and announcements : 

RANGEFINDER RISING STAR IN THE WEDDING INDUSTRY IN 2019 WORLDWIDE
BODAF NEW TALENT EUROPE WINNER 2017.
JUNEBUG BEST OF THE BEST 2016 & 2017.
TOP 50 BEST UK PHOTOGRAPHER 2019 GOHEN.
BEST ELOPEMENT OF THE YEAR (SECOND PLACE).
MEMBER OF THE WEDDING COLLECTIVE FROM 2015 TO 2018 (BEFORE MOVING TO PORTUGAL).
WRITER AT BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE
CREATOR OF RESONANCE INSPIRATION
CREATOR OF MY BIG WORKSHOP



Specialized in Wedding and Elopement Coverage since 2014.

My Philosophy in a Few Words :

Real Stories - Intimate - Journalistic - Real Stories - Poetic - Cinematic - Discreet - Non-Traditional - Simplicity.

Photography Service for all kinds of Intimate Weddings and Elopements

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.

What is next? Simply contact me to create a simple but deep connection

At ericrenepenoy@gmail.com


Contact Eric-René.

ericrenepenoy@gmail.com

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


Any Questions?

Consult the FAQ


Meet me on my journey

 

THE COLLECTION STARTS AT 1590 EUROS.

I offer 3 different wedding packages which 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 to let 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


Booking

PRICING FOR BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER PORTUGAL

STARTING PRICE
ELOPEMENTS
FROM 1590 Euros

STARTING PRICE
LIFESTYLE
FROM 250
Euros

STARTING PRICE
WEDDINGS
FROM 2190 Euros

ARE YOU PLANNING A SPECIAL EVENT IN YOUR LIFE IN PORTUGAL? PLEASE CONTACT ME.

ARE YOU OPEN TO BEING INSPIRED BY ANOTHER DESTINATION?


Emotional Photographer documenting emotional Weddings.

Since July 2014, I document your intimate wedding, Minimony, Sequel Wedding, Micro wedding or Adventurous Elopement, proposal, and engagement and I have seen a lot of love stories, full of joy and emotions. It has a lot of different names but only the story matters. I am moved by telling the story of your day in the most natural and genuine way possible. No need to spend one hour behind the church with me to take the couple's photographs, I will always value letting you spend time with family and friends. This is your day, not mine.

Most of my couples define themselves as shy in front of the camera, I believe simply they don’t know how easy it is to spend a few simple moments with their partner in front of my camera. I will follow you from getting ready to the dance floor in the most natural way possible. To deliver a poetic and unique vision of the most important day of your life.
I have a lot of experience and expertise in traveling around Europe mostly. For the last 6 years, I have covered most of my weddings abroad and overseas.


I believe I can help you with my experience and advice for a perfect wedding day. I have prepared some articles to help you to find the right place to get married or to be inspired in some places like Spain, The Balearic Islands such as Ibiza, Mallorca,… Mexico, Morocco, and of course Portugal. I have also written an article about the most underrated locations in Europe to have your small and intimate wedding with friends.

  • Where to get married in the Balearic Islands? HERE

  • Where to get married in Morocco? HERE

  • Where to get married in Mexico? HERE

  • Where to get married in Spain? HERE

  • Where to get married in Portugal? HERE

  • More articles to come … HERE

Looking for more Inspiration and Locations for your Wedding or Elopement?

If you are still considering other options in Europe, check out :

  • Where to Elope (30+ Best European Locations for your Elopement & Top Underrated Wedding Locations in Europe you should consider. HERE

What About COVID-19?

Learn about how the Covid 19 Corona Virus has changed the face of the wedding industry but not only HERE


My Visual Experience :

With years of experience photographing my couples in beautiful locations across the world, I have brought together some valuable ideas and tips to help with elopement planning as well as for those planning larger weddings. I have covered over 200 Weddings in the last 8 years and they are all different. I have prepared a Succession of Articles dedicated to you. Please click on the article of your choice to learn more about it:

  • Top Outfit Ideas for your Intimate Couple Session HERE

  • Top 10 Tips to Plan your Intimate Wedding. HERE

  • What is an Elopement? HERE

  • Top 8 Tips to plan your Elopement. HERE

  • Top 5 Reasons to Elope. HERE

  • Eloping: With or Without guests and family? HERE

  • Top 10 Activities to do on your Elopement Day. HERE

  • What is the difference between an Elopement, a Minimony, and a Micro wedding? How to choose what is the best for you? HERE

  • What is a Virtual / Online Wedding? HERE