Experiences
Wedding Photography in Ireland
Wedding photography in Ireland is full-day coverage of a wedding, from the preparations to the evening celebration, by a professional photographer arranged through Eriora, from €1,900.
Pricing
From €1,900
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Edited photos
- ~250
Starting price. The exact price depends on photographer, place, date, time and add-ons, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
Quick answers
- How much does it cost?
- Wedding Photography starts from €1,900. The final price depends on the place, duration, date, time of day, travel and any add-ons such as video, and is stated in your proposal before you book.
- How long does it take?
- A typical session lasts 8 hours and you receive around 250 edited photos.
- What is included?
- A planning call and a timeline review before the wedding
- Full-day coverage in the starting package: preparations, ceremony, reception and the first part of the evening
- Family and group photographs, organised from a list you prepare
- Couple portraits at the venue and nearby
- Where does it take place?
- Popular places include Dublin, Cork, Galway, Killarney, and Limerick. Your photographer suggests the best spot for your date, the light and the crowds.
- Who is it for?
- Destination weddings at castles and country houses
- Irish couples and couples with Irish family
- City weddings in Dublin, Cork, Galway or Kilkenny
- Couples who want a documentary, unposed style
- How does booking work?
- Send a free request with your place, date and plans. Eriora checks which photographers are available and replies with a proposal stating the photographer, the package and the exact price. Nothing is booked until you accept.
Irish weddings are long, warm and full of people. There is often a church or civil ceremony in the early afternoon, a drinks reception, a long dinner with speeches and then music until late. A wedding photographer follows all of it, while staying out of the way and keeping to the timeline.
Many couples from abroad choose Ireland for a destination wedding at a castle, a country house hotel or a venue by the sea. Others are Irish couples, or couples with Irish family, who want a photographer who understands the rhythm of the day. Eriora matches you with a reviewed independent photographer and sends a proposal with the coverage and the price.
If you want something smaller, see elopement photography. For an overview of venues and regions, see wedding photography in Ireland.
How it works
- 1
Send a free availability request
Tell us the date, the venue (if booked) and the number of guests. The request is free and without obligation.
- 2
We match a wedding photographer
We check which reviewed photographers are free on your date and experienced with weddings of your size and style, and reply personally.
- 3
Proposal and booking
You receive a proposal with the photographer, the coverage, the price and the payment terms. Popular dates book early, so the proposal states how long the date is held.
- 4
The wedding day
The photographer works to the agreed timeline, coordinates group photographs and finds time for portraits in good light. The edited gallery follows within the stated time.
From the portfolio
Where the session happens
Weddings in Ireland happen everywhere from city registry offices to estates in the countryside. Around Dublin there are many country house venues within an hour’s drive, and the Wicklow mountains near Glendalough offer dramatic portraits. In the south, Kinsale and Cork suit coastal and harbour weddings. Adare in County Limerick is known for a grand estate setting, and Killarney and Kilkenny both have a strong choice of hotels. On the west coast, Galway and Westport are bases for weddings by the sea.
Preparation tips
- Book the photographer as soon as you have a date and a venue: Saturdays in summer go first.
- Allow at least 30 minutes for couple portraits, ideally close to sunset, and plan it into the timeline.
- Prepare a list of group photographs with names. It speeds up the family photographs a great deal.
- Ask the venue about an indoor alternative for portraits if it rains.
- Remember that Irish summer evenings are long: golden light can arrive during dinner, so ask the photographer to steal you away for ten minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a wedding photographer in Ireland cost?
Wedding photography through Eriora starts from €1,900 for full-day coverage. A second photographer, extra hours, an album or travel to remote venues increase the price. Your proposal states the exact figure. See pricing.
Do we need to marry legally in Ireland for the photographer to cover it?
No. The photographer covers the day whatever the legal form. If you do marry legally in Ireland, you must give notice to a civil registration office at least three months in advance.
How many hours of coverage do we need?
Most Irish weddings need eight to ten hours to cover the morning preparations through to the first dance. A smaller wedding may need less; the photographer will advise from your timeline.
Do you offer a second photographer?
Yes, on request. A second photographer is useful for large weddings, for covering both partners getting ready, and for candid guest photographs during the reception.
Can we also have an engagement session?
Yes. An engagement session before the wedding is a good way to get comfortable with your photographer, and can be added to the proposal.
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