A bride and groom embrace outdoors, smiling happily before their wedding.

POETIC, ARTFUL, UNCONVENTIONAL

photographer for soulful weddings across Europe

A loving couple on their wedding day, embracing outdoors, with the groom kissing the bride's temple as she smiles with her eyes closed.
Close-up of a newlywed couple holding hands, with their rings visible, and leaning close together, smiling.

for LOVERS not afraid to
feel it ALL

Woman in a white dress standing on a balcony overlooking the ocean with clear glass railing and greenery below.
A large outdoor dining table with guests, set against a scenic coastal view with a swimming pool, lush greenery, and ocean in the background.
A bride and groom hold hands during their wedding ceremony outside against a stone wall.
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A couple embracing and smiling while jumping in a shallow stream in a rocky outdoor setting.
A happy woman in a wedding dress and pearl necklace embracing a man in a grey suit and tie, who is kissing her on the cheek outdoors during the daytime.
Black and white photo of a couple embracing in a rocky water setting, with rocks and water surrounding them.
A wedding party outdoors with the ocean in the background, celebrating the newlywed couple who are kissing.
A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom kissing on a stone staircase, surrounded by guests holding parasols in an outdoor setting.
A black and white photo of a couple holding each other in shallow water by a rocky shore on a beach, with cliffs in the distance.
Group of bridesmaids and bride at a wedding, holding white bouquets and smiling on an outdoor terrace with a glass railing and scenic landscape in the background.
People sitting at a long reception table, with a couple kissing in the center, during an outdoor event or wedding reception.
A bride and groom holding hands, dressed in wedding attire, standing outside against a stone wall.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of pink, orange, and purple flowers, standing at the doorway of a house with pink walls, a black door, and an arched window.
A couple embraces in a rocky river surrounded by nature with green hills in the background.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet stands watching a groom in a white tuxedo jacket and black pants during an outdoor wedding ceremony against a stone wall.
A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet stands in a doorway, smiling, while a groom in a gray suit stands outside by a tree, looking down with hands in pockets, in front of a pink house with green shutters.
A woman in a white dress standing on a balcony overlooking the ocean.
A bride and groom joyfully dancing outdoors on their wedding day, holding hands, with chairs and large trees in the background.
A wedding reception outdoors with a bride and groom walking towards a long table filled with guests. The scene is set in a lush garden surrounded by trees and greenery, with decorative lanterns hanging from the trees.
Close-up of a bride and groom holding hands, with their rings visible, during a wedding ceremony. The bride is wearing a white dress and pearl jewelry, and the groom is in a suit with a colorful tie.

Is this you?

  • You’re deeply in love and don’t need to impress anyone.

  • You want a beautiful, emotional wedding — effortless, artful, meaningful.

  • You appreciate art, architecture, natural light, and time with your people.

  • You value kindness, intelligence, and a relaxed, thoughtful presence from your photographer.

If you said “yes,” we’ll be a wonderful fit.

tell me about your day

Mona + Simon

“The photos are absolutely dreamy!! Every time we look at them again and again, we’re transported right back into the feeling — and at the same time, all the little details come flooding back — all thanks to you!

It’s the greatest gift to have these memories preserved with such beauty, forever.

You are an incredible artist. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! <3”

Amira + Christoph

“The photos are incredibly beautiful and artful! Each one is so unique, special, and filled with love and thoughtful details. We can hardly put it into words. We’re beyond grateful that you captured our day so wonderfully. All of our guests are raving about you too!”

Why my couples choose me

  • I’m there for your people, your story, your calm. My superpower is reading the room and making people feel at ease.

  • With the help of my fashion & art direction background - all while my focus is on human connection - I notice the details you cared about.

  • Clear communication, simple planning, easy booking process and a reliable presence, from the early stages of planning to the delivery of your photos.

  • I accept a small number of weddings each season to give you full presence - I will be there any time you need me and help out with more than just pretty photos.

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 FAQs

  • Yes — with intention. While I’m based in Freiburg and often shoot across Germany, Switzerland, and the Mediterranean, I take on a limited number of destination weddings each year to keep things personal and present. If it’s a story that speaks to both of us, I’ll do what it takes to be there.

  • Calm. Observant. Never in the way.
    I’m not a director, and I’m not into recreating Pinterest moments. I’m there to notice, to reflect, to document what’s real — without interrupting the flow of the day.

  • I don’t limit to a specific number — you’ll get everything that’s meaningful, edited with care. Usually that’s around 500–800 images for a full day.
    Your gallery will be delivered within 6–8 weeks, with a few preview images in the days right after your wedding.

  • Yes, if it serves the day. I work with a small circle of photographers whose style and presence I trust completely. We’ll talk about whether it makes sense based on your plans and guest count.

  • Then you’re probably my people.
    My job is to make space for you to feel like yourselves. No forced poses, no awkward moments. Just trust, connection, and enough room to be real. Most of my favorite images come from the in-between.

  • Absolutely — and I’m a firm believer that your images deserve to live off the screen. I offer custom-designed fine art albums, and you’ll have access to a curated print shop through your gallery.

  • A signed contract and a 30% booking fee secures your date. I only take on a limited number of weddings per year, so early booking is recommended.

  • Yes — not in a planner role, but in a photographer-meets-observant-friend kind of way. I’ll help you build a timeline that respects the light, your energy, and the moments you care about most.

  • More than okay. I’m all for celebrations that stretch over a few days, include multiple cultures, or don’t follow any standard format. Let’s make it feel like you.

  • We adapt.
    Some of the most powerful images I’ve taken were made in imperfect weather. I’ll guide you with light, location, and timing — and bring enough flexibility to make it work beautifully.

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VICKY

hello@victoriavandenhoven.de

based in Germany, travelling for love