Petals falling on the couple during the civil ceremony
Photos and video

The photos take themselves.

The aisle, the arch, the water below and the sunset behind the coast: the venue is already a set. You only need to know where to stand, and when.

Sunset over the bayTerraces, arch, rocksLanterns and club lightsIn view from every level
The places

Five steps, five frames.

From the ceremony aisle to the terrace railing, from the couple’s table to the stairs down towards the water: the spaces are close and photographs are taken on foot, without moving anyone.

The bay opens to the west: in the afternoon the light comes from the side, in the evening the sun drops behind the coast and the sea takes on the colours of sunset. It is the reason photographs here work even without artifice.

The Bay of Quercetano from above with rocks and pinewood
The route

Where to take the photographer.

The aisleThe bride arriving, the petals
The archThe vow, with the sea behind
The railingPortraits with the bay and rocks
The stairsThe coast running south
The dinner terraceTables, flowers, candles
The floorFirst dance, party, night

Movements are a few metres: photo time does not steal time from the party.

The light

The right hour, for every shot.

A mid-afternoon ceremony has hard light: chairs face the sea and the sun comes from the side, so couple portraits are better towards evening, when the light softens.

The best moment for photographs at the railing is sunset, just before dinner. Afterwards, with the lanterns lit, come the party photographs: the bay is dark and the venue becomes the only source of light.

Sunset over the Bay of Quercetano seen from the terraces
The landscape needs no filters.
Astragalo, Castiglioncello
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do we choose the photographer?
Yes: the photographer and videomaker are yours. The venue gives access to the spaces and tells you where and when the light works best.
What time is best for couple photos?
At sunset, before dinner: the light is warm, the bay lights up and the sea is the backdrop. Party photos come later, with the club lights.
Are there photos in the rain too?
The venue has indoor spaces and partly covered terraces: in bad weather you shoot inside, with the main hall and low lights.
Can we do a pre-wedding shoot at the venue?
Write to us with the date: it is assessed together, taking the other events on the calendar into account.

The aisle, the arch, the water below and the sunset behind the coast: the venue is already a set. You only need to know where to stand, and when.

Come and see the light.

The terraces at sunset make sense only in person. Book a visit or look through the gallery.