The Craic & Chaos

Weddings in Ireland are rarely quiet affairs. Some of my favourite Fearless images come from the mad, unplanned bits: a bouquet toss that turned into a rugby lineout, a dance floor move that defied gravity, a wedding cake attacked with a sword. None of these moments were posed or planned, and yet they say more about the joy of a wedding day than any formal shot ever could.

Jenn and Max’s summer wedding at Clonabreany House in County Meath was the perfect mix of calm, natural, and fun. Both pilots, they brought a steady energy to the day and chose to keep things simple with no formal wedding party, just their closest family and friends. From a relaxed morning at Clonabreany’s cottages, through a heartfelt ceremony with celebrant Catriona Cullen, to an afternoon of laughter in the gardens, their wedding was all about enjoying time together. Clonabreany House is one of my favourite venues to photograph because it combines beautiful grounds with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and Jenn and Max’s day showed exactly why it’s such a special place for couples.

This isn’t one of those blog posts that’s all about my favourite photos. Instead, this is a look at what they chose for their album. It’s always interesting to see which moments end up mattering most to a couple. I find that the album tells the real story of the day, better than any Instagram post ever could

Rachel and John’s Kilshane House wedding was a thing of beauty: from the ceremony in Fermoy to champagne by the lake, every moment was relaxed and full of heart. Photographed by Kevin and Annie Kheffache in a natural documentary style that captures real joy and connection.

Kayla & Joe’s October wedding at Cloughjordan House brought together autumn colours, Halloween tones, and all the warmth of this beautiful Tipperary venue. A relaxed celebration full of laughter and love.

Clelia Murphy & Neil Casely’s wedding in the Merrion Hotel and Pepper Canister church in Dublin City centre was one of the funniest and most fun weddings of 2023.

It was a day filled with joy, laughter, and a whole lot of fun. Clelia, known for her role as Niamh in RTE’s long running soap, Fair City, was surrounded by loved ones and familiar faces. Neil, a huge rugby fan, got the surprise of his life when the Irish rugby team drove past on their way to the Aviva Stadium to take on England.

From Trinity College Chapel on Freshers Day to golden hour at Howth Yacht Club, Kate & Colin’s Dublin city wedding was full of energy, elegance, and unforgettable moments..

From a swan dive at the Forty Foot to vows at Dalkey Church and celebrations at Tinakilly House, Paula & Rory’s wedding was the perfect blend of black-tie style and laid-back summer fun.

Sarah-Kate & James’ summer wedding at BrookLodge in Wicklow was full of joy, music, and laughter. From a sunlit forest ceremony to unexpected moments by the stream, it was the kind of celebration that will be remembered for years.