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Bride and groom in a chateau staircase in Dordogne
wedding ring in a box surrounded by white flowers
Wedding photos in Dordogne

Dordogne Wedding Photographer

Elegant & timeless images
with a poetic touch

Photographing weddings for couples who choose Dordogne and Périgord as the backdrop for their celebration, I create luminous, elegant and timeless images.

I’m drawn to stories lived in French châteaux, characterful country estates and the natural landscapes of the Dordogne.

Bride walking on the beach
Bride and groom in a garden in Dordogne
Wedding ring on blue flowers

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My approach
as a wedding photographer

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Modern, timeless and natural images

My approach blends artistic, elegant photography and a documentary style to capture your day. I focus on genuine moments and natural emotions, then gently guide you at key times to create strong, timeless portraits that flatter you and feel like “you”. From time to time, I also like to add a poetic touch and more artistic compositions.

Making you feel comfortable is my priority
Even during the more guided moments, the images remain soft and natural. My goal is for you to feel relaxed, for the photographs to reflect your personalities and your connection, while showing you at your best. I help you choose flattering locations and suggest simple, easy actions so you never feel awkward in front of the camera and can truly enjoy the experience.

In the Dordogne, I particularly love working with old stone walls, leafy gardens, soft evening light and the rolling hills of the Périgord.

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A glimpse
of Dordogne weddings

Préparatifs de la mariée / Bride getting ready
Fontaine
Château la Durantie en Dordogne
Fireworks wedding photography in Dordogne / Feu d'artifice pendant un mariage
Fontaine de champagne au clos des charmes / champagne tower
Diner de mariage / wedding dinner in Dordogne
Cérémonie laïque à la Durantie en Dordogne / Symbolic ceremony
Table de mariage dans un domaine en Dordogne / Dordogne wedding table
Bride and groom dancing in a garden in Dordogne - Mariés dansant dans un jardin
Mariée et ses demoiselles d'honneur tenant des ombrelles / Bridesmaids with umbrellas in a wedding in Dordogne
Mariée posant sur un escalier à Essendieras en Dordogne / Bride on a staircase
Couple de mariés dans un champ de tournesols en Dordogne / Bride and groom in a sunflower field
Groomsmen getting ready during a wedding in Dordogne / préparatifs du marié pendant son mariage en Dordogne
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How I photograph
your wedding day in Dordogne

Getting ready

I often start with photographing your accessories: your dress, stationery, jewellery, and then the atmosphere with your closest friends and family when you are getting dressed. It’s a gentle way to ease into the day and capture the anticipation.

Ceremony

Whether you’re having a civil ceremony, a church wedding or an outdoor ceremony at a château, I focus on the key moments: your entrance, vows, reactions, and all the little gestures between you and your guests.

Cocktail hour

During the cocktail hour, I alternate between candid moments with your guests and a few family and couple portraits, often in the gardens or vineyards depending on your venue.

Evening

I stay for the dinner, speeches, first dance and the beginning of the party, so you can remember not only how everything looked, but how it felt.

Collections & pricing

Bride and groom kissing in front of a white door
From 2800 €

My Dordogne wedding collections start at €2,800.
Every wedding is different: guest numbers, venues, timing, multi-day events, albums or engagement sessions… I create a bespoke proposal tailored to your celebration.

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Response within 24–48 hours

Let’s talk about your wedding

Tell me more about your plans, your venues and your wedding date,
and I’ll be happy to come back to you within 24–48 hours with more information.

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Getting married in Dordogne
some favorite venues

The Dordogne and the Périgord region offer a beautiful variety of settings for a destination wedding in France: family-owned châteaux, historic estates, renovated barns and countryside manors surrounded by nature.

Here are a few examples of venues I particularly love for their atmosphere and light:

Château la Durantie

Château la Durantie

A romantic château with elegant gardens, perfect for an outdoor ceremony and a dinner al fresco at sunset.

Domaine d'Essendieras

Domaine d’Essendieras

A stunning blend of historic stone buildings and wide open views over the countryside, with generous spaces for your cocktail and evening reception.

Château de Rouffillac

Château de Rouffillac

Perched on a cliff above the Dordogne valley, this medieval château in traditional Périgord style offers sculpted gardens, an intimate courtyard and fairytale-like suites.

Kind words

“Clémence’s ability to transform ordinary moments into something truly magical through her photography is nothing short of extraordinary”

Eloise & James

Bride in an abbey in Dordogne

FAQs
about Dordogne destination weddings

Do you work with international couples?

Yes, I regularly photograph destination weddings for couples travelling from abroad to get married in France. We can easily plan everything by email and video calls.

How many hours of coverage do you offer?

Most collections start with around 8 hours of coverage and can go up to 12 hours or more for full-day celebrations. We’ll decide together what suits your plans best.

What happens if it rains on our wedding day?

Weather in the Dordogne can be changeable, but it’s never a problem: I always have backup options, from covered locations to indoor spaces and elegant umbrellas. Beautiful images are still very possible, even with rain.

How do we book from abroad?

After an initial email or video call, I’ll send you a detailed proposal. Your date is confirmed once the contract is signed and the booking retainer has been paid.

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