Michaela + Christian

Groom kissing the bride on the forehead in a meadow with green grass and orange flowers

rainy church wedding day in Kössen, inbetween the austrian mountains of tyrol

Having known Michaela and Christian for over a decade, this day felt extra special. I wasn’t just there as their photographer, but also as their guest and friend. Being part of their wedding in both roles meant I got to experience every moment up close, and I honestly couldn’t have felt more connected to their day.

Even the sky seemed to be crying happy tears for them. But if I’m honest, the rain only made everything more beautiful. The grass was lush, the colours felt richer and the red details stood out perfectly against the fresh greens and moody grey skies.

Oh, what a day it was.

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FlatlaysGetting ReadyFirst Look with DadCeremonyCouple Photos

Flatlays

Flat lay of invitation, shoes, garter, jewelry, and wedding rings arranged on a stylish surface
Close-up of wedding rings inside a glass container with decorative floral fabric
Flat lay of a wristwatch and cross necklace displayed on an elegant marble surface
Necklace, pearl earrings, and wedding rings beautifully arranged on a marble surface
Necklace, pearl bracelet, and pearl earrings displayed as elegant wedding details on marble
Flat lay of a wristwatch, necklace, earrings, and wedding rings on a marble plate
Close-up of the two wedding bands and the engagement ring positioned above the bride's wedding ring
Flat lay of perfume, lipstick, and a wedding ring on a marble background

Getting Ready

Close-up of the groom's hands tying his wedding shoes
Mid-shot of the groom standing by a window while fastening his wristwatch
Close-up of the groom's sister's hands during the wedding preparations
Mid-shot of the groom opening a love letter from his bride
Side close-up of hands holding the love letter
Black-and-white photo of the bride standing by the window looking at her wedding dress
Black-and-white over-the-shoulder photo of the bride looking at her wedding dress, with focus on the gown
High-contrast photo from behind of the bride as her corset is being laced near the window
Close-up of hands threading the corset laces
Close-up of the wedding dress corset being tightened
Black-and-white photo of a young woman fastening the bride's bracelet
The fully dressed bride and her friend laugh together over their shoulders
The bride looks out the window while putting on her earrings
Full-body portrait of the bride standing in a field, looking down at her dress
Mid-shot of the bride looking down at her dress as her veil drapes over her shoulders
The bride stands sideways, smiling warmly toward the camera
Portrait from behind of the bride with her veil over her shoulder, smiling into nature
The bride twirls with her bouquet on a road beside a field, showing off her dress in motion
Close-up of hands holding a floral embroidered veil

First Look with Dad

A vintage Cadillac drives through an Austrian village on the way to the church
Black-and-white photo of the bride smiling through the Cadillac window with reflections in the glass
Vintage Cadillac photographed from a low-angle perspective.
The bride taps her father on the shoulder during their first look.
The bride's father turns around as she reveals her dress and veil
The father smiles proudly as he admires his daughter's beauty
Warm embrace between the bride and her father before the ceremony
Bride and father walk arm in arm toward the wedding ceremony
Mid-shot of the bride and her father smiling at each other on the way to the church
Full-body photo of the bride and her father walking arm in arm toward the church.

Ceremony

Close-up of the wedding candle placed on the church altar
Detail photo of a church pew with a wedding program booklet
The groom turns around in the church and sees his bride for the first time
The bride walks down the church aisle with her father toward her groom
Wide-angle view inside the church showing the bride and groom standing before the altar
Bride and groom sit before the altar, looking at each other
Detail shot of the bride's dress, veil, and the groom's trousers during the ceremony
Close-up of a hymn printed in the wedding program booklet
Portrait among the church pews focusing on the bride's friend singing
Wide-angle photo of the priest preaching behind the altar
Bride and groom look together at a booklet containing the ceremony hymns
The couple holds hands during the mass while the bride looks lovingly at the groom
Over-the-shoulder shot from the priest's perspective focusing on the smiling couple
The groom reads his vows from the book held by the priest.
The groom places the ring on his bride's finger while speaking to her
Close-up of the wedding ring being placed on the bride's finger.
Over-the-shoulder shot from the groom focusing on the bride holding the ring
The bride places the ring on her groom's finger while smiling at him
The bride holds her groom's hand while reading her vows to him
The priest places a ceremonial cloth over the couple's hands and blesses their union
Bride and groom light the wedding candle together at the altar
The newlyweds walk hand in hand down the church steps
Photographed over the groom's shoulder as his wife looks at him lovingly
Side view of the groom placing the communion host into the bride's hand
The bride drinks from the chalice presented by the priest
The groom drinks from the sacred chalice during the mass
The groom kisses his bride on the cheek as they sit together before the altar
The couple laughs together while seated before the altar.
Close-up of the couple's hands holding each other lovingly
The bride rests her head on her groom's shoulder as he kisses her forehead
The couple smiles at each other while holding hands in front of the altar
Bride and groom share a kiss in the church with their loved ones in the background

Couple Photos

A married couple walks along a path holding up an umbrella to see if it's still raining
Bride and groom walk beneath a transparent umbrella, photographed from behind
The groom kisses his bride on the forehead in a field of golden grass beneath a cloudy sky
The groom holds his wife by the waist as they both look downward in a field
Close-up of the couple standing arm in arm in a meadow with their heads together
The couple walks uphill through tall grass and orange flowers, smiling at each other
Wedding couple joyfully running up a path through tall green grass and orange flowers
Close-up of four hands exchanging wedding rings
The newlyweds show their ring fingers and laugh together.
The bride leans on her husband's shoulder as they proudly show their wedding rings
The groom hugs his bride from behind and kisses her cheek in front of a hedge
The groom whispers into his bride's ear while they both laugh warmly
The couple walks toward the camera laughing beneath a hedge archway
Wedding couple walking along a path while laughing and holding hands
The young couple kisses in front of a hedge as the bride gently holds her husband's cheek
The couple embraces beneath an umbrella in a green and orange meadow
Wedding kiss beneath an umbrella with trees in the background
The bride hugs her husband from behind as they smile at each other over their shoulders
The couple stands in front of a Cadillac, lifting their legs playfully while laughing together
Bride and groom share a kiss beside the Cadillac beneath an umbrella
Black-and-white photo of the couple inside the car smiling happily at one another
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