This is the story of Blanka and Otto’s wedding at Teleki Castle in Gornești, near Târgu Mureș. There are times when, from the first meeting with a couple, I know their wedding day will be something special. That is how it was with Blanka and Otto: their connection showed in every look and in the way they complete each other.
Getting ready in the morning
The day started with the morning preparations, in a relaxed atmosphere full of laughter. I caught beautiful moments of the bride surrounded by her friends, and of the groom finishing his preparations with his best friends. These moments before the ceremony are always special for me as a photographer: the emotions are pure and everything is genuine.
The church ceremony in Târgu Mureș
The ceremony in the Catholic church in Târgu Mureș was moving. I captured the discreet glances between them, the parents’ tears of joy and the moments of deep focus during the service. Beautiful light came in through the stained-glass windows, which helped me create warm, solemn photographs.
The party at Teleki Castle and the mini photo session
After the ceremony we headed to Teleki Castle in Gornești for the party. It is one of my favourite venues: beautiful architecture and gardens that make perfect frames for photographs. During the cocktail hour I noticed the afternoon light was exceptional, so I suggested a mini photo session away from the guests.
Those 15–20 minutes, just the three of us, were very productive. Without the pressure of a scheduled photo shoot, the two of them relaxed completely and were themselves. I captured natural gestures, spontaneous laughter and tender moments that reflected their personality as a couple. The photographs from this mini-session turned out exactly as I wanted: elegant, yet natural and full of emotion.
The party continued in a warm atmosphere, with dancing, conversations between guests and spontaneous moments I made a point of capturing. By the end of the evening I had documented a whole day about the love of these two people and the joy of being surrounded by those dear to them.
This wedding reminded me once again why I love this job: being a witness to moments like these and turning them into memories that last a lifetime.
Wedding highlights
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