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Villa Cora is one of the most elegant wedding venues in Florence. A nineteenth century neoclassical villa set in the hills above the city, with manicured gardens, extraordinary interiors and a level of refinement that places it in a category of its own. I photographed a wedding here that remains one of my most memorable days in Florence, combining a ceremony at La Certosa with a reception at the villa that made full use of everything this extraordinary place has to offer. Vil

One of the most common questions I receive from couples planning an elopement in Tuscany is when to go. The honest answer is that Tuscany is beautiful in every season, but each time of year offers a completely different experience in terms of light, landscape, temperature and atmosphere. This guide breaks down what you can expect month by month so you can make the decision that is right for you. Whether you are looking for the best time for an elopement in Tuscany in spring,

Chianti is one of the most requested areas in Tuscany for destination weddings, and for good reason. Rolling hills covered in vineyards and olive groves, historic villas and castles, extraordinary food and wine, and a quality of light that changes beautifully through the seasons. If you are planning a luxury wedding in Chianti, this guide covers the most important decisions you will need to make. Why Choose Chianti for a Luxury Wedding Chianti offers something that very few d

There are very few venues in Tuscany where you feel immediately that something special is happening. Il Borro is one of them. A medieval hamlet in the Valdarno area, completely restored and now operating as a luxury estate and hotel, Il Borro breathes authentic Tuscany in a way that very few places still do. I have photographed elopements here on multiple occasions and every time the location produces images that feel genuinely different from anything else I shoot in the regi

Tuscany has become one of the most desired destinations in the world for couples planning a wedding in Italy. Rolling hills, historic villas, vineyards and medieval villages create a landscape that feels both timeless and romantic, attracting couples from the United States, the United Kingdom and across Europe every year. Choosing the right venue is one of the most important decisions when planning a destination wedding. Tuscany offers an exceptional variety of locations, fro

Your wedding day timeline affects everything, especially your photos. I've seen couples rush through portraits because the ceremony started late. I've seen golden hour missed because nobody planned for it. And I've seen beautifully relaxed couples who had time for everything because their timeline was built with photography in mind. After 400+ weddings, here's how to plan your wedding day timeline for photos that you'll treasure forever. Getting Ready: The Photos That Start

Choosing a photographer for your destination wedding is different from hiring someone local. You're trusting a person you may have never met in person to capture one of the most important days of your life, in a place far from home. The stakes feel higher because they are. After photographing over 400 weddings in Tuscany, I've seen what works and what doesn't. Here's my honest advice on how to choose a destination wedding photographer, whether you end up working with me or s

There's a reason photographers talk about golden hour like it's sacred. That window of time just before sunset transforms everything it touches. In Tuscany, golden hour is even more special. The way the light filters through the hills, the warm glow on ancient stone walls, the soft shadows across vineyard rows: it's the moment when this landscape becomes truly magical. After 13 years of photographing weddings here , I've learned exactly how to make the most of this light for

One of the first questions couples ask me when planning their destination wedding in Tuscany is: when should we get married?From a photography perspective, every season offers unique opportunities for wedding photos in Tuscany. After 15 years of shooting weddings across this region, I've seen how dramatically the light and landscape change throughout the year. The truth is, there's no single "best" time. The right season depends on what atmosphere you want for your wedding ph

There's a reason couples from around the world dream of getting married in Tuscany. The rolling hills catch the light in ways I've never seen anywhere else. The ancient stone walls of a Chianti villa glow golden at sunset. The cypress trees stand like silent witnesses to your vows. I'm Riccardo Pieri, and I've been photographing weddings in Tuscany for over 15 years. In that time, I've captured more than 400 celebrations across this region, from intimate elopements in Val d'O

An engagement session in Tuscany is one of the most meaningful experiences you can have before your wedding. It is not just a photoshoot. It is a quiet moment to slow down, reconnect with your partner and step into the wedding journey with calm and intention. As a destination wedding photographer based in Tuscany with over 15 years of experience, I have photographed engagement sessions across Florence, Chianti, Val d'Orcia and the most beautiful estates in the region. In this