Wedding Photography Packages
Real weddings deserve real choices. From intimate elopements to full-day celebrations with luxury albums.
Perfect for smaller, intimate celebrations where you want the real story told naturally.
- Morning to dinner coverage
- 300–400 edited images
- Relaxed documentary style
- Private online gallery
- Drone (weather permitting)
Full-day storytelling so you can remember not just how the day looked, but how it felt.
- Preparations to first dance
- 500+ edited images
- Natural & cinematic
- Online gallery for family
- Drone coverage
The complete day, preserved forever in a handcrafted luxury album.
- Full day coverage
- 500+ edited images
- Luxury Acrylic Prestige Album
- Private gallery + USB
- Drone coverage
Everything in Forever, plus beautiful parent albums for your family.
- Full day coverage
- 500+ edited images
- Luxury Acrylic Collection
- Parent albums included
- Premium presentation
Perfect for elopements and smaller, meaningful celebrations.
- 150+ edited images
- Relaxed storytelling
- Private online gallery
- Drone when possible
Add meaningful extras to any package to make your story even richer.
- Second Photographer
- Engagement Session
- Additional Parent Albums
- Available on any package
Planning Your Wedding?
If one of these venues feels like the perfect fit, I'd love to hear about your plans. Tell me your date, venue and a little about yourselves and I'll personally get back to you.
153 Five-Star Reviews • Relaxed Documentary Wedding Photography • Cork, Kerry & Munster
Kerry Wedding Photographer – Natural Photos, Real Craic
Killarney, Dingle, Kenmare & Tralee. Real moments, zero faff, calm timelines and wet-weather pivots.
You want the day lived, not staged. I’m James — a wedding photographer covering Kerry: Killarney, Dingle, Kenmare, Tralee, Sneem and all the wild bits between. I keep things easy. Short cues. Real laughs. Your crowd forgets the camera — that’s when the good stuff happens.
What you get (in plain English)
- Real moments over stiff poses — we’ll do the family must-haves fast, then let you enjoy the day.
- A calm plan with a wet-weather pivot — Kerry skies change; we roll with it.
- Local know-how — the right light, the right spots, the right time.
- Zero awkwardness — light direction, no cheese; a bit of banter, lots of truth.
Where I work most (and why it works)
Killarney — Ross Castle, Muckross Abbey cloisters, Torc, Ladies View, Gap of Dunloe.
Dingle Peninsula — Slea Head, Coumeenoole, Eask Tower (wind-dependent), piers.
Kenmare — Sheen Falls, Reenagross Woodland, quiet waterside lanes.
Tralee & North Kerry — Ballyseede Castle, Ballygarry Estate, Blennerville.
Tip: Aghadoe for sunset, Muckross Abbey for a quiet morning, Gap mid-week/off-peak.
Venues I’m often in
- Great Southern Killarney • Muckross Park • The Brehon/Gleneagle area
- The Dunloe • Dromquinna Manor • Sheen Falls
- Ballyseede Castle • Ballygarry Estate • Aghadoe Heights • Park Hotel Kenmare
Elopements & small weddings
Less fuss, more heart. I help with simple permissions/timing and map a route with a built-in rain option. One bag, quick stops, big feelings.
How the day flows (sample)
- Prep: 60–90 mins — details and family bits, no rushing.
- Ceremony: I’m quiet; I get the looks, not the backs of heads.
- Confetti & hugs: let it breathe; fast & natural.
- Family photos: 15–25 mins with a tidy list.
- Couple portraits: 20–30 mins nearby; if it rains, we pivot under cover and still get magic.
- Reception: speeches with clean audio; dancefloor where the truth lives.
See the work, prices & availability
Why couples book me
- “No posing, no stress — our parents loved him.”
- “We forgot the camera existed.”
- “Rain? He had a Plan B — photos are unreal.”
FAQ
How long do photos take after the ceremony?
Family set in ~20 minutes if everyone’s nearby. Couple portraits 20–30 minutes. You’ll still have time to breathe and grab a pint.
What if it rains?
We pivot to covered/sheltered locations with good light. I plan alternatives in Killarney, Dingle and Kenmare so you still get great photos.
Do you cover elopements and mid-week weddings?
Yes — often the nicest light and quietest spots.
Can we take photos in Killarney National Park?
If it suits your schedule, yes. I’ll advise the best times/locations and handle simple permissions if needed.
How many photos do we receive?
Hundreds from a full day, fully edited, delivered in a clean online gallery for full-res download.
Real Words About How The Day Actually Felt
153 Five-Star Reviews • Trusted across Cork, Kerry & Munster
"James captured real smiles, real laughs and real feelings. We felt like we didn't have to pose once — it all felt so easy and fun."
"He has such a great sense of humour and instantly put everyone at ease — even the camera-shy ones! He made the whole day feel seamless."
"James was brilliant with the children and made everyone feel relaxed. He travelled to Kerry for our small wedding and we couldn’t recommend him enough."
"He captured our most vulnerable, emotional moments and turned them into pure art. Real, raw, and beautiful."
"From the moment he walked in he had us all laughing. He even got me rock climbing on the pier in my wedding dress!"
"He captures the moments and emotions that give the photos real depth. His work is profoundly moving and beautiful."
Planning a Wedding in County Kerry
Most couples choose their wedding venue before booking a photographer. Exploring venue options first helps shape timings, guest numbers, and the overall flow of the day.
Wedding Venues in Kerry – Hotels, Estates & Coastal Locations Small Wedding Venues in Kerry – Intimate & Relaxed Options
Once your venue is confirmed, photography planning becomes much simpler and more relaxed.
A Note from Your Photographer — Killarney & The Kingdom
Listen, you don’t plan a Kerry wedding and skip the Killarney National Park. It’s the heart of the Kingdom. The lakes, the mountains, the winding lanes — they’re as much a part of your story as the vows themselves.
But here’s the thing most couples don’t realise: you can’t just rock up with a wedding dress and a camera. You need permits to shoot inside the park, and you need a photographer with the right insurance to secure those permits. Don’t stress — I handle that side so you don’t have to.
And let’s be real — this is Ireland. Out of every 10 Kerry weddings I shoot, at least 8 have a touch of rain or wind. And you know what? That’s where the magic happens. Lean into it. Laugh, smile, hold each other tight, and let the Irish weather do its wild thing. Some of the best wedding photos I’ve ever taken came with wind in the veil or rain on the stone steps.
That’s why they call it the Kingdom of Kerry. Big skies, dramatic light, raw and real emotions. If you’re up for it, Kerry will reward you with wedding photos you’ll treasure forever.
Why Couples Choose Kerry (Quick Recap)
Wild Atlantic Way backdrops (Cliffs, beaches, peninsulas).
Famous landmarks (Gap of Dunloe, Muckross, Ring of Kerry).
Unique venues (castles, hotels, churches).
Top 10 Kerry Wedding Venues (bullet list for scannability)
The Europe Hotel & Resort
Dingle Skellig Hotel
Aghadoe Heights
Killarney Heights Hotel
Sneem Hotel
(Each item can internally link to your related blog posts where you’ve shot there — interlinking is the SEO juice Sarah doesn’t have.)
Planning Tips (make it useful)
Permits: needed for Killarney National Park photoshoots.
Weather: have a backup indoor spot (Irish showers are guaranteed).
Timing: golden hour in Kerry is unreal, worth planning around.
Travel: remind couples about access for guests (airports: Kerry, Cork, Shannon).
