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Curated wedding stories, expert planning advice, & editorial insights from The Lopes Photography. For couples & planners creating unforgettable destination celebrations.


SINTRA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE: PALACES, LIGHT AND LOGISTICS
SINTRA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY GUIDE: PALACES, LIGHT AND LOGISTICS

What photographing at Queluz and Seteais actually looks like: light by season, logistics, and what changes at each Sintra palace.

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Rui LopesJuly 15, 2026
WHAT PHOTOGRAPHERS PUBLISHED IN A VOGUE LOOK FOR IN A WEDDING DAY
WHAT PHOTOGRAPHERS PUBLISHED IN A VOGUE LOOK FOR IN A WEDDING DAY

Light direction, architectural variety, portrait access: what editorial wedding photographers actually look for before choosing a venue.

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Rui LopesJuly 13, 2026
DESTINATION WEDDING IN PORTUGAL: FAQ FOR INTERNATIONAL COUPLES
DESTINATION WEDDING IN PORTUGAL: FAQ FOR INTERNATIONAL COUPLES

Planning a destination wedding in Portugal? Direct answers on venues, timing, costs, legal requirements, and how to choose a photographer.

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Rui LopesJuly 12, 2026
THE REAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A €3,000 AND A €10,000 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN PORTUGAL
THE REAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A €3,000 AND A €10,000 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN PORTUGAL

The price difference between photographers in Portugal is real. Here is exactly what changes at each level, from the edit to the day itself.

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Rui LopesJuly 11, 2026
WHY WE PHOTOGRAPH ONLY TEN WEDDINGS A YEAR (AND WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOU)
WHY WE PHOTOGRAPH ONLY TEN WEDDINGS A YEAR (AND WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOU)

Ten weddings a year is not a constraint. It is a decision, and it shapes everything about how we photograph each couple.

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Rui LopesJuly 10, 2026
HOW TO FIND THE BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN PORTUGAL: A COMPLETE GUIDE
HOW TO FIND THE BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN PORTUGAL: A COMPLETE GUIDE

What to look for when choosing a wedding photographer in Portugal: a framework from photographers published in Vogue and Tatler.

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Rui LopesJuly 9, 2026
WHAT VOGUE-PUBLISHED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS DO DIFFERENTLY
WHAT VOGUE-PUBLISHED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS DO DIFFERENTLY

What separates Vogue-published wedding photographers from the rest? Published in British Vogue, Vogue Arabia and Tatler.

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Rui LopesJuly 6, 2026
LISBON WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: AN EDITORIAL GUIDE FOR DESTINATION COUPLES
LISBON WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: AN EDITORIAL GUIDE FOR DESTINATION COUPLES

We've photographed Lisbon weddings at Grémio Literário, Estufa Fria, and Pestana Palace. Here's what we've learned.

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Rui LopesJuly 6, 2026
A LE GRAND BANC WEDDING IN PROVENCE
A LE GRAND BANC WEDDING IN PROVENCE

A Le Grand Banc wedding in the Luberon: ceremony in lavender fields, cocktail hour by the pool, and dinner by candlelight under a floral installation.

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Rui LopesJuly 6, 2026
GRAND HOTEL TIMEO WEDDING IN TAORMINA, SICILY
GRAND HOTEL TIMEO WEDDING IN TAORMINA, SICILY

An intimate destination wedding at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo in Taormina, Sicily, photographed by The Lopes Photography.

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Rui LopesJuly 6, 2026
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Rui & Savannah document ten destination weddings per year across Portugal, Italy, France, and select destinations in Europe. Wedding day photography collections begin at €8,000, with multi-day and full weekend coverage tailored individually.

The Lopes Photography
Rua 4 de Infantaria,
Lisboa, Lisboa, 1350,
Portugal
+351935012645 hello@thelopesphotography.com
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Tue 9am - 3pm
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We’re Rui & Savannah of The Lopes Photography, a husband-and-wife Portugal wedding photography team documenting editorial destination weddings across Europe and select US destinations.

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