Domaine de Fangouse, Lattes, near Montpellier

Caroline & Adriano’s wedding at Domaine de Fangouse

Caroline and Adriano’s wedding, from ceremonies in Lavérune to a lively reception at Domaine de Fangouse.

The day begins with each of them getting ready at home, followed by the civil and religious ceremonies. At Domaine de Fangouse in Lattes, the drinks reception takes place outdoors, followed by dinner and dancing indoors.

Caroline on a staircase, photographed in black and white

Their day

From Lavérune to Fangouse: Caroline and Adriano’s wedding

Caroline and Adriano chose Domaine de Fangouse in Lattes, near Montpellier, for their wedding reception. Their day in the Hérault begins with each of them getting ready at home, followed by ceremonies at the town hall and church in Lavérune. I photograph each part of the day before joining them at the venue for an elegant, lively reception.

At Fangouse, the story moves between outdoors and indoors: first the drinks reception, then sunset photographs, followed by dinner and dancing. Each part of the day brings the setting into the story. People remain my focus, though: I want to tell the story of the wedding, not just show the surroundings.

My approach

Photographing a wedding at Domaine de Fangouse

01

Preparing without planning everything

Getting ready in two separate homes, followed by ceremonies in Lavérune, calls for careful planning. Our conversations beforehand help me understand the shape of the day and plan the journeys between locations, without trying to schedule every minute.

02

Letting moments unfold

During the ceremonies and reception alike, I work discreetly. I focus on people and the interactions between them, without asking anyone to repeat a gesture for the camera.

03

Making room for the setting

The outdoor drinks reception and indoor celebrations show two sides of Domaine de Fangouse. I include both in the story, alongside the sunset photographs, without making the setting the main subject.

04

Creating a coherent story

After the wedding, the work continues as I select and edit the images. I give equal care to each photograph and to its place in the collection, so that the story unfolds as you look through it.

Before your wedding

A few pointers for your wedding photography

How do we plan the photography when the day takes place across several locations?

We go through the addresses, journeys and planned timings together. If you are getting ready separately, we also agree how to divide the photography between you. This preparation helps me plan the journeys while fitting in with the flow of your wedding.

Should we plan our couple portraits for sunset?

Caroline and Adriano had photographs taken at sunset, but that is not a rule. For your wedding, we consider what suits your plans, the season and your preferences. The priority is to leave you free to enjoy the reception.

Can we communicate in English while preparing for our wedding in France?

Yes, we can communicate in French or English. We can discuss what you want from your photographs, how the wedding will unfold and how photography will fit into your day. My support is focused on photography; I do not offer wedding planning services.

Do you travel to Montpellier and elsewhere in Occitanie?

I am based in Narbonne and photograph weddings in Montpellier, across the Hérault and throughout Occitanie. I also travel across the south of France and the rest of the country. We discuss locations and travel arrangements from our first conversations about your wedding.

Let’s talk about your plans

Getting married at Domaine de Fangouse?

Tell me what you have in mind for your wedding, whether at Domaine de Fangouse or elsewhere in the region. You can write to me in French or English with your date and the locations you are considering. We will take the time to discuss what you are looking for and how I photograph a wedding.

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Wedding coverage starting from €2,500.

A limited number of weddings accepted each year.

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