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Wedding & Lifestyle Photography

Algarve, Portugal

Summer Fashion Editorials

A few images from our fashion projects this Summer.  We have worked with some amazing people collaborating on editorials and shoots. More of our fashion photography and commercial work at @matt.and.lena

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Oriane from Onway Models for Creators Mag “Portugal Summer” editorial  |  Styling: The Red Beretig  |  Muah: Chloe Davies

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Portugal fashion – Test shoot with Mariana from NXT Models

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Kenya Batista for GMARO Magazine “Windswept Summer” editorial.  Portugal Fashion, Algarve fashion photography.

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Liliana from Onway Models for Horizont Mag. Algarve fashion photography.

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See More of our Fashion & Lifestyle Projects here

Look forward to sharing some of our Autumn projects soon!

Summer Features & Publications

We are so excited to have some of our favourite weddings featured around the wedding blogosphere this Summer.  From beautiful destination weddings in picturesque Sintra to sun filled celebrations in the Algarve.  We are so happy to have been featured on these amazing wedding inspiration blogs and thankful for the chance to share these wonderful weddings.  Looking forward to more excitement, beauty and love next year!

 

Portugal wedding photography

Holly and Michael’s destination wedding in Portugal was held at Penha Longa, a resort in Sintra.  The ceremony took place in a 14th-century Monastery with its decorative arched ceilings and artisan fireplace adding the perfect touch of tradition. A beautiful day and a great party…Check out more on Destination I Do Magazine

 

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Anita and Andrew tied the knot in a vintage inspired venue, The Quinta, in Sintra Portugal.  It was an intimate country style wedding with an outdoor reception and dining. So charming and picturesque…Check out more on French Wedding Style

 

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Matt and Joe’s romantic and relaxed wedding celebration was held at a family home in the Algarve, with clifftop views and botanical herb gardens surrounding the grounds.  Family and friends contributed to the amazing DIY decor….Check out more on Boho Weddings

 

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Kate and Nick eloped on the west coast of the Algarve.  Monte Clerigo is a stunning stretch of beach with black slate rock formations, sand dunes and clifftops, with a little picturesque village that is perched on a hilltop…Check out more on The Wandering Bride & Co Destination Wedding Blog

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Jess and Jon’s wedding took place at the Pine Cliffs Resort in the Algarve. The venue has beautiful views of the dramatic red cliffs overlooking the Atlantic ocean.  The ceremony, reception and party all took place outdoors in the beautiful warm Algarve Summer…Check out more on Want That Wedding

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Ashley + Michael, Destination Wedding Portugal

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Ashley and Michael were married in a wonderful clifftop ceremony last Summer in the Algarve. The pair are from New York and wanted a destination wedding full of sunshine and fun.  Making the wedding celebration part of a holiday with family and friends.  The reception was a relaxed dinner party with music, great food and lots of dancing!  The space looked over the ocean and the the warm night was perfect for partying – the atmosphere was so fun that other hotel guests joined in the dance party on their balconies!  We had a great time spending the day with Ashley and Michael and capturing their beautiful happy wedding!

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Wedding Ceremony & Reception, Wedding Planning and Careting: Tovoli Carvoeiro, Algarve  |  DJ: Algarve Dj Hire

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Algarve Engagement Session, Rachel & Hayden

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We got together with Rachel and Hayden last Summer for a sunrise beach engagement session.  It was only a few days before their wedding and we were excited to finally meet them!  We arrived on the beach at 6:30 am, as it was the peak of Summer the days started early.  We typically never see the sunrise – but there is something quite magical about experiencing it – perhaps it’s special because we see it so rarely.  Not surprisingly the light is absolutely amazing, especially those dawning moments just before the sun comes up, when the sky is a pale warm pastel.

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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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