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Wedding & Lifestyle Photography

Algarve, Portugal

Cascais Engagement, Adrian & Denise

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We met up with Adrian & Denise a couple of days before their wedding in Cascais this Summer.  Together we explored a bit of Cascais, from the main picturesque square to the pretty colourful streets and wonderful little spots we came upon as we strolled though the town.  We have not had the chance to shoot an engagement session or wedding here before, so we were very excited to find new amazing locations and seek out the pretty light.  It was also a great way for us to get to know each other before the wedding and chat about the big day coming up ahead.

Adrian and Denise are the loveliest couple, both doctors in the UK, they love to travel and Portugal was a destination they have long wanted to explore.

The pair was excited to see more of Portugals amazing coastline.  Adraga beach in one of our favourites and of course, we are beach obsessed!  So after a short drive from Cascais and a wardrobe change, we hit the beach, which was majestic at sunset, with intense waves sweeping across the shoreline.

Super romantic and epic!

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We are so excited to share Denise & Adrian’s wedding in the upcoming weeks!  It was a wonderful and intimate celebration.  They were determined to get married and their optimism and insistence prevailed.  Their original wedding plans were adjusted but the day was beautiful and perfect in it’s intimacy and loveliness.  More soon!

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Family Portraits on the Beach, Algarve

We don’t often photograph family sessions, but love the energy and playfulness!  Cabanas beach is one of our favourite spots and this Autumn we got a chance to meet and photograph this beautiful family.  Autumn in the Algarve is wonderful for family beach days. We strolled along the shore, explored some rocks and played in the sand, capturing lovely moments of this young family.

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Jenna + Conor, Algarve Wedding in Os Agostos

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Jenna and Conor celebrated their wedding last year at the beautiful Os Agostos estate in the Algarve, Portugal.  We first met up with them in Alvor, where they have been coming on holiday for a long time, it’s one of their favourite spots!

This wonderfully happy pair tied the knot at an old Alvor church.  It was a special place for them as Connor proposed at the Tres Irmaos lookout point.  It was the first stop after the ceremony on the way to the venue, a romantic gesture, starting off their adventure as husband and wife in the very place they first knew it was meant to be.

Portugal was the perfect destination for a wedding!  Jenna and Conor are from Ireland and their family and friends joined them in the sunny Algarve for a wonderful day full of love, laughter and dancing – lots and lots of dancing!

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Jenna wore a stunning dress by Savin London, the wedding was featured on their blog! JENNA & CONOR

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Wedding Venue: Os Agostos, Loule, Algarve, Portugal  |  Wedding Coordinator: Algarve Events  |  Make up: Marisa Francisco

Hair: Abi Parker  |  Music: Leandro Ruso, The Pianoman Band

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Lifestyle Portraits, Angelo + Ana in Lagos Algarve

Angelo and Ana at Pointe de Piedade in Lagos, an amazing session from the Summer, exploring the awesome views and beach with this super sweet and adventurous couple!  We met up with them at sunrise near this epic Algarve viewpoint. Their energy was amazing, we are so excited to have captured some of their chemistry with this lifestyle portraits shoot!

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We have been wanting to do a sunrise shoot at Pointe De Piedade in Lagos for some time, the light is just magic then.  We were so excited when Angelo and Ana, who were traveling together, wanted to collaborate on a shoot!  Both are models from Switzerland and best friends, we had a super fun time photographing their session.

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Frida Kahlo Inspired Elopement

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This summer we got a chance to collaborate with some amazing creatives in the wedding industry here in the Algarve.

Being a fan of Frida Kahlo and her work, we were so excited to shoot this Elopement inspired by the artist and a colourful Mexican aesthetic.

We love this unique bridal look.  A red wedding gown with a lush floral crown and large statement jewellery pieces tied the look together.

Our wonderful couple, Veronica & Alexander, embraced the spirit of the shoot and we had such an amazing time photographing the pair at Casa Fuzetta in Olhao.

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The Inspiration was also beautifully captured by Luis Silva, you can see his film at lsfilmmaker.com

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It was great working with this creative team.  A pleasure to meet Jeremy, from Jatc, who came up with this brilliant concept for the shoot – Frida Kahlo inspired Elopement. The make up was impeccable and so beautiful, we always love working with Sharon and Veronica was wonderfully transformed into Frida. Love the colourfully artistic floral arrangement and design by Julie Pinto.

The dress was a showstopper, love how it moved and it’s such a unique look for a bold bride, perfectly paired with the most elegant yellow Louboutin shoes.  The intricately crafted jewellery pieces were an essential addition to complete the look.

And of course Blue, the “showbiz” parrot who brought so much fun and excitement to the set!

The location was magic, shoot at the beautiful and charming Casa Fuzetta.  The rooftop provided a stunning backdrop at sunset overlooking the white washed buildings of Olhao.  Really look forward to shooting an intimate wedding here soon!

Special thanks to Nidia Soares part of the JATC local team in the Algarve, Claudia Caeiro, Alexis & Natalia Lopes.

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Production & Art Direction: JATC Wedding & Events, Paris, France

Couple: Veronica & Alexander

MUA: Sharon Philips  |  Hair: Glam Team Jatc

Flowers: Flower Girl PT

Venue: Casa Fuzetta, Olhao, Algarve, Portugal

Dress: Oksana Mukha, Paris, France

Jewellery: Portugal Jewels

Shoes: Christian Louboutin, Paris France

Filmmaker: LS Filmmaker

Parrot: Allgarve Reptiles and Raptors

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What our couples have to say about us

 

Eve & Harry

 

We are immensely grateful for the exceptional work of Matt and Lena, our wedding photographers. Their talent and dedication shone through as they skillfully captured every precious moment of our special day. The photos are not just images; they are beautiful memories that transport us back to the joy, emotion, and beauty of our celebration. Matt and Lena's professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail exceeded our expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend them to couples seeking photographers who can turn their wedding moments into timeless treasures. Thank you, Matt and Lena, for beautifully documenting the magic of our day!

 

 

 

 

 

Zachary Polonus Zack + Melody West Cost Engagement

 

We had such a wonderful experience with Matt and Lena! They are such passionate and amiable people and totally incredible photographers. The proof is in the pictures and they were beyond our greatest expectation!

 

 

 

 

 

Shea Cole Shea + Felix Wedding in Monchique, Portugal

 

Everyone at our wedding commented on how great they were and the fact that they stayed until the very end capturing photos of our event. The photos are breathtaking, and people are still raving over them. They made us a slide show with music, and our family members keep playing it over and over at every event and saying how it was the most beautiful day. Matt & Lena captured it perfectly. Our album reads like a storybook. Thank you Matt & Lena!

 

 

 

 

 

Jessica Boland Jess + Bruce Algarve Engagement

 

Matt and Lena picked the most amazing beach for our shoot - somewhere we would have never discovered otherwise. We had so much fun and they made us feel really comfortable. It was overall an amazing experience and I would definitely love to work with them again if we are back in Portugal!

 

 

 

 

 

Jessie Hawthorn Jessie and Jonathan, Wedding in Luz, Portugal

 

Matt + Lena were so amazing to work with before, during and after the wedding! They paid so much attention to detail and really listened to ensure we were happy with our pictures. My husband and I came from Canada to get married in the Algarve so we didn't have the chance to meet with Matt + Lena in person ahead of time. I could tell by their pictures (of course they are stunning!!) but also their professionalism, prompt email responses and overall ease of communication that it was going to be a perfect fit! We were thrilled with our beautiful pictures and have received so many compliments that they look like pictures out of a magazine and that they truly capture our love and the story of our big day! They scouted out all the great spots for us ahead of time, ensuring the lighting would be just right, and I just adore their style of photography - so natural and genuine. Thank you again so much for giving us these pictures we will cherish forever!! xx

 

 

 

 

 

Adam Cummings Maria + Adam, Wedding in Sintra, Portugal

 

We got married at the Quinta in Cintra and my wife found Matt and Lena somehow on the internet. In all the craziness of organising a wedding, they were one of the few constants. Always organized, and very prepared (they even went on a trip from Alvor to Lisbon to check out the light in the area!). The wedding day was exceptional as they popped up around the place like Ninjas - you will never be able to see them both - making sure to get loads of genuine shots of everyone from dawn til dusk. Very highly recommended

 

 

 

 

 

Laur D Laura and Jonathon, Elopement in the Algarve

 

My husband and I traveled from Toronto to Portugal for our elopement and we were so fortunate that Matt and Lena were available on our wedding day. Throughout the booking process they were quick to respond to emails and set a Skype date to go over all of the logistics for our day, as well as to answer any questions we had - and we had a lot! Matt and Lena were very social and created a comfortable environment which was great since it was just the four of us during the six hour photo shoot. The photos turned out stunning and we have received compliments from everyone who has seen them. The photos really captured the nuance moments throughout the day in a very natural way and we will cherish them forever. Thank you Matt and Lena for being part of our day and for making the experience such a pleasure!

 

 

 

 

 

Natacha Manuel Natacha + Manuel, Beach Wedding Algarve

 

Matt and Lena were recommended to us by our wedding planner, Susana Santos. We were sold from the get-go (just take a look at their beautiful pictures!), and meeting them in person only reaffirmed that we had made the right decision. We were a bit iffy about doing an engagement shoot but it was a great idea in the end as we got to be very comfortable with Matt and Lena which made things far easier on the actual wedding day! The pictures are fabulous and a year after our wedding people are still commenting on just how beautiful the photos are. All in all, definitely a great choice and we heartily recommend them to anyone who is getting married! In fact, a couple who were at our wedding ended up booking them for their wedding! :)

 

 

 

 

 

Jelena Pinto Jelena + Joao, Wedding at Os Agostos, Portugal

 

Me and my husband got married last year in the south of Portugal and we still have family and friends raving about the beauty and elegance of our photographs. Matt and Lena take photographs that we will cherish forever. They are also a pleasure to work with. They make you feel comfortable and they get to know your style and personality. What first caught my eye about their work is the romantic feel and lighting of each photograph. Each photograph feels set in a natural and authentic manner. It's a staple of their professionalism and dedication to the work they do. Thank you Matt and Lena for your dedication and grace on our special day. :D

 

 

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