A newlywed couple walking hand-in-hand down an outdoor aisle, smiling, during their wedding ceremony by Quinta da Bichinha lake with guests seated on both sides, surrounded by trees and greenery.

People celebrating at a wedding reception outdoors, with one person lifted on others' shoulders and a woman laughing, during evening under string lights.

Bride and groom in Pateo Alfacinha Lisbon, surprised by a cat passing by

Portugal Wedding Photographer for the

A bride and groom stand on stairs outside a historic church, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers, smiling, and the groom leaning in to kiss her.

Overhead view of a long outdoor dining table set for a wedding gathering, with people seated around it, on a patio with greenery on one side and a white building with blue trim on the other.

Wedding dancefloor with high vibes, happy guests dancing

Hi, I’m Patricia — call me Pat.
I’m a wedding photographer based in Lisbon, photographing weddings across Portugal and beyond, from city celebrations to countryside and coastal destinations.
My approach is documentary at heart, with a meaningful editorial touch, focused on honest moments, real emotions, and the way your day actually felt.

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Wedding Photography Across Portugal

While I’m based in Lisbon, I photograph weddings throughout all of Portugal. From romantic palaces in Sintra, to relaxed celebrations in the Algarve, slow-paced living ceremonies in Alentejo, and intimate weddings in the North of Portugal, I travel wherever your story takes place.

I also work with international couples planning destination weddings in Portugal — and elsewhere in Europe — always with the same intentional, people-first approach.

Below, you’ll find a few wedding stories from across Portugal and beyond. If you’re still looking for a wedding venue, you can also check my blogpost about it: Best Wedding Venues.

A couple in wedding attire standing outdoors, with the man in a black tuxedo and the woman in a white gown with a thigh-high slit, against a wall with decorative tiles and greenery.

A bride and groom standing closely together outdoors on a grassy field with trees and greenery in the background, under sunlight, with the bride embracing the groom and both wearing wedding attire.

Rita + Tomás |
Fairytale Penha Longa Wedding in Sintra, Portugal

Bride and Groom standing in front of Casa Vila Verde, a 13th century manor in the north of Portugal. Posing and smiling to the camera, while the bride holds her bouquet with white flowers and green amaranthus.

Brazilian bride and Indian groom posing in the iconic Vandelli Botanical Gardens staircase, framed by Greenpick'd florals full of pink and orange tones

Laurence + Sam |
Relaxed Wedding in Quinta da Bichinha, Alenquer

Sonia + Krishan |
A Lisbon Wedding mixing Brazilian and Indian Cultures

Courtney + Jordan |
Elegant Wedding in Casa de Vila Verde, North of Portugal

These are just a few examples of weddings I’ve photographed. You can check others on my blog.

Getting amazing wedding photos is quite easy

MY APPROACH

OK, go grab your favourite photo.
Why is it your favourite?
More often than not, what truly makes a photo great is the emotion behind it: how you were feeling, where you were, who you were with, and what you were doing.

I believe that getting amazing wedding photos can be easy, as long as you're enjoying yourselves and fully immersed in the moment - that’s the secret.

There's a phrase I really love: "Weddings are not about photos, but the photos should be about the wedding." I apply this philosophy when working with each couple.
I don't want you to look back at your wedding and all you remember is me directing you on where to go and what to do, but rather how calm and happy you were, how everything flowed, and the experience you received.

I believe in being professional with an informal approach. I love people who don’t take themselves too seriously, and who love openly and honestly.
I’m not sure if I can coin this term, but I’m a socially-battery-operated introvert, which matches beautifully with how I shoot. I’m not always in the shadows waiting for the perfect moment, but I give it space to unfold. I come to your wedding as a guest - capturing the day from the inside and how it truly felt - and I talk to your loved ones as a friend, because I’m also there rooting for you.

If you’re looking for a traditional photographer, I’m not them.
Each wedding day is entirely unique and should reflect who you are. I’m happiest photographing couples who are creative, unapologetically real, contemporary, fun, and down-to-earth - the kind of people who don’t mind getting a little messy and fully embrace whatever the day brings.

So give me the open-mouth laughs, the hard smile lines, the small details you probably spent one too many nights obsessing over, the teary grandparents, and the party dance moves that everyone goes crazy over. I’ll cherish them all and capture you as a friend would.

YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

My approach is documentary at heart, with a meaningful editorial touch. This means I’ll capture your day as it unfolds, truthfully and unapologetically — the big feelings and the small details. At the same time, I’ll never leave unanswered the question, “What do I do with my hands now?” When it comes to portraits, I’ll guide you to the best light and help you pose in a way that actually feels natural and reflects you.
Since weddings are already full of decisions, I’ve designed my pricing to be as straightforward as possible. My base package is 2950€, which includes up to 10 hours of coverage with me as your dedicated photographer, capturing every beautiful moment of your wedding in Portugal.
Because no two weddings are the same, I believe your photography should be just as unique as your celebration. Send me an enquiry, and I’ll send you the full information and arrange a call to chat about your vision so we can create a package tailored perfectly to your needs.
For weddings elsewhere in Europe, I offer fixed travel fees depending on location.
Depending on the dimensions of your wedding guest list, I might need a sidekick. For weddings with no more than 130 guests or lots of different things happening at the same time, I can photograph it alone. If you’re having a bigger wedding with a lot happening, I’ll have a second photographer ready to capture your day with me.
Yes! I offer film photography as an add-on to your wedding coverage. Film adds a timeless, romantic quality to your images, blending beautifully with my documentary and editorial approach.
Absolutely. Multi-day weddings can be added as an add-on, and I also offer a dedicated package that already includes coverage for extended celebrations - I love those!

Fun fact: I’ve studied cinema directing and for many many years, my dream was to be a Cinema Director. A few years ago, I’ve packed my video gear to fully immerse myself in the static imagery.
To really focus on what I do best, I’m not doing video at the moment, but I have a list of videographers to recommend you!
Absolutely! While I’m based in Lisbon and primarily photograph weddings in Portugal, I travel anywhere in Europe to capture your story. My packages include travel within a 100km radius of my service area, and for weddings further away, I provide a travel fee along with your personalised proposal.
I aim for 80 photos per working hour, but I don't limit the number. These are your wedding photos, so I will never withhold any worth sharing. The full gallery is delivered within 4 months.
Yes! Additional hours can be added to your package, up to a maximum of 14 hours total. This is perfect if you want extra coverage for morning prep, extended celebrations, or evening festivities.
Yes, I highly recommend booking an engagement session. It’s a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera, and it also helps me capture your story in a relaxed setting before your wedding day. You can see my Engagement Sessions page :)

OK, sounds perfect

WHAT’S NEXT?

Taking the first step

If you’re looking for a Portugal wedding photographer (or anywhere in Europe) and you feel that we are a good match, let’s connect! Fill out the enquiry form at the end of this page with all the details for your big day. The more information you can give, the better.

I’ll let you know within 24 hours if your date is available and will send my pricing guide with all the info. If I happen to be already booked, I can send you some recommendations of great people!

01 Setting up a call

This is one of the most important steps of my booking process. This videocall will allow us to discuss the different options, what you had in mind for the day, and how could I bring my vision into it and help you in any way possible.

Photographers are some of the few vendors that will go through it all with you and will hold your hand as much as needed so make sure you're on the same page!

02 Let’s make it official

I'm always beyond grateful for every couple that chooses me to capture their story.

After our call, I'll send you your contract and quote to be accepted.

The date is officially yours after the contract is signed and the retainer paid.

03 Welcome!

First, celebrate. Then, welcome!!!

Weddings include a lot of decision-making, so just know I’m always available to give my opinion if you need me to. We’ll create a WhatsApp group to share any ideas, doubts and anything you might need.

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What They Say

Rita + Sam

“We were so lucky to have Patricia as our photographer for our wedding. She was everything we could have wished for. She has the creative direction, the guidance, the advice and even helped us to decide the schedule for the day with her experience from other weddings. Details that helped us to have the most magical day.”
Claudia + Alex

“Patricia listened to what we wanted our wedding day, and captured exactly the contents and style we were looking for. And it was so fun the whole time! She made the planning process easy for us, even working remotely from the USA, and the day of was smooth. We trusted her completely and she delivered. She got such a wide variety of photos in a short time, and we never felt like we were being dragged away from the wedding to take photos or anything. If we did it all over again, we would hire Patricia again 100%.”
Gaby + Mike

“We are a broken record of all the reviews before us, but Pat truly is the best! She is such a warm and kind human, and she immediately put us at ease through all the nerves and jitters of our wedding day. Pat feels like family, and we cannot recommend her more highly. There is no one better to photograph your special day.”
Kate + Matthew

“Patricia is an absolute DREAM to work with! She’s incredibly down-to-earth, highly experienced, and has an amazing eye for capturing the perfect shot. She photographed both our engagement session and our wedding, and we couldn’t have imagined anyone else documenting our big day. My partner and I are from the U.S. and Australia, but Patricia made us feel completely at home in Portugal, creating an instant connection that made the experience even more special. If you’re searching for someone to beautifully capture all of life’s most important moments, Patricia is your go-to photographer!”