WEDDING JOURNAL. REAL WEDDINGS IN FRANCE

A selection of weddings and elopements, photographed across France. Editorial and documentary storytelling

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

THE MOST STUNNING CHÂTEAUX WEDDING VENUES IN SOUTHWEST FRANCE

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

A romantic rainy-day wedding at Château Lagut

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Fairytale wedding at Château Sentout

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding at Château Du Puits Es Pratx

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Liliana & Michel — Intimate Château Wedding at Château La Commanderie, Aude

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Elopement at Chateau Bagen

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

How to Store and Protect Your Wedding Photos | Expert Guide

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Elegant Elopement in Paris

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

An Intimate Autumn Wedding at Château Rieutort

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

How to book me as your wedding photographer

Hello future newlyweds! I am genuinely excited about the prospect of being your dedicated wedding photographer. Allow...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Chloé & Tom

Chloé and Tom’s wedding was a testament to the power of love that transcends borders. Surrounded by friends and...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Rachel and Giles. Wedding at Château De Saint-Martory, France

Rachel and Giles' wedding day at the stunning Château De Saint-Martory in Southwest France was nothing short...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding photo session of Anna & Daniil

That day I had the incredible honor of photographing an intimate family wedding in family estate and in the same...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding of Maria and Corentin at Domaine du T

In the heart of a charming town Montastruc-la-Conseillère near Toulouse, Maria and Corentin exchanged vows,...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

A Wedding in Albi: A Cathedral Ceremony, Historic Views, and a Surprise Gender Reveal

Reading time 4-5 min
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Pegah and Paul. Wedding in Capitol. Toulouse

A Beautiful Wedding at Toulouse’s Capitole City Hall. What a day! Capturing the love and joy of a couple’s wedding...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding in Chateau Saint Michel. Bethy and David

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding at the Capitole in Toulouse, France

reading time 6 min
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Château de Mercuès perfect for elopements

Château de Mercuès offers a fairy-tale setting for a destination wedding in France. You get the prestige of a listed...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Photoshoot in the blooming Japanese Garden of Toulouse

There’s something magical about cherry blossom season — a fleeting, tender beauty that reminds us how precious the...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Roxane & Denis. Wedding at Abbaye du Palais, Thauron, France. June 29, 2024

It was a day filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. The Abbaye du Palais provided the perfect...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding at Château de Pennautier

Christmas Wedding at Château de Pennautier. Marina & Urgen
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Elopement near Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. Crystal&Robert

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Christmas wedding to remember in Toulouse, Capitole. Gillian & Scott.

Rainy, dark days in Toulouse are rare, but this one will forever hold a special glow. The bride’s stunning open dress...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

French Chateau Wedding. Elopement at Château de Cénevières

I recently had the pleasure of capturing a truly magical elopement at the stunning Château de Cénevières in the South...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding in Domaine De Montcausson

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Olivia & Robbie. Wedding in South West of France at Chateau de la Borderie. Benest

Olivia & Robbie’s June wedding at the enchanting Château de la Borderie in Benest was really nice. Nestled in the...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Pre-wedding photo session

Why do you need a pre-wedding session?
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Winter wedding in Toulouse. Anastasia & Ben

There is no barriers for true love and beauty! It was +3 °C and our beautiful bride was in gorgeous natural silk...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Emphasizing Confidentiality: My Commitment to Your Privacy

For me as a professional lifestyle and wedding photographer, confidentiality is a cornerstone of my work. Allow...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding photo session in Toulouse city center. Arnaud & Daniel

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding at Château de Loubéjac

In the heart of Southwest France, Alain and Olga celebrated their love with a romantic and multicultural wedding that...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding photo session locations in toulouse

Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Emerald themed wedding in Château de Puydaniel

Emerald! Emerald! Emerald! I love when organisers put so much attention to details.
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Wedding photo session in Capitol, Toulouse

A Beautiful July Day in Capitol Toulouse: From Photoshoot to a Joyful Gender Reveal Party
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Jamie and Matt. Wedding at Château de Goudourville

It was amazing autumn wedding at Château de Goudourville filled with love, laughter and family reunion. It was also...
Wedding Journal | Real Weddings and Château Weddings in France. Eugénie Smirnova — Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Southwest France

Pre-wedding questionnaire

Hello dear newlyweds! I prepared a small brief before shooting, in order to fill out the contract and I would not...
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