Ireland is known for everything from Oscar Wilde to shamrocks, magical light, delicious pints of Guinness, and beautiful green hues. It’s also a wonderful place to plan a wedding with the right photographer – one who knows the landscape and light and can bring out your special moment with the perfect angle, style, and attention to the joyous moments that matter most. Look no further – we’ve curated a list of award-winning, best wedding photographers in Ireland to make you shine on your most important day. These photographers boast a range of styles from traditional to documentary, and even a bit wacky and out-of-the-box. 

Tanya Eden / Eden Photography

Tanya Eden feels lucky to be doing what she was “meant to do.” She has a passion for storytelling and recognises the unique love and history behind every wedding. On the wedding day, she tells that story elegantly through her boutique style of photography that combines photojournalism with fine art. She prides herself on connecting with people, a talent that fosters a sense of fun and relaxed intimacy. Working with Eden, everyone can be themselves and future generations can enjoy it looking back on the moments of authenticity. Skilled at blending in with guests, her approach provides the perfect balance of documentary and portrait photography.

Website: https://www.eden-photography.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanya_eden_photography/?hl=en

Irina Duane / Irina Duane Photography

“Even if I shoot at the same venue several weddings in a row,” says Irina Duane, “I know the next day the light will be different, the weather will change, and the people will be totally unique. I love those challenges and how they make every wedding special.” A master of all kinds of light – especially off-camera flash, which she makes look beautifully natural – Irina is known for providing creative and stress-free experiences for couples and families. Beyond her portraiture and photojournalistic style, she’s mastered cutting-edge aerial and drone photography and videography which will add a wildly imaginative and unexpected angle to your precious day. 

Website: https://www.irinaduanephotography.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irinaduanephotography/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/irina-duane-photography

John Gillooley 

When you meet John Gillooley, he’ll likely tell you about his love for Stanley Kubrick, Tom Waits, and Paul Thomas Anderson – three amazing artists whose influence shines bright in his joyful, creative, funny, and off-the-cuff wedding photos. Whether it’s capturing the wedding party playfully crouching on a herd of inflatable cows, a groom about to dive into a giant cake, or a quiet, tender moment honouring love, John brings a wondrous eye to every moments. He’s photographed more than 250 weddings, has received countless five-star client reviews, and has been featured in The Irish Times, VIP, Special Weddings, and more.

Website: https://www.johngillooley.com/

Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/johngillooley/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/john-gillooley

James O Driscoll / JOD’Photography

James O Driscoll’s award-winning wedding photographs often look like movie stills. Driven by his ability to anticipate and capture the perfect moment, along with his inventive use of off-camera flash, James consistently helps his clients look like movie stars in their own beautiful story. His testimonials show that beyond his skill for making magic, his sensitivity, patience, and charming sense of humour, make him a joy to work with.

Website: https://www.jodphotography.ie/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodphotography

WB: ​​https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/jod-photography

Katie Kav / Katie Kav Photography

When she’s not hiking in the mountains or swimming in the sea, Dublin-based Katie Kav can be seen making her clients feel at ease. She’s known for her fun, colourful, and relaxed photos. “I get to witness the most magical moments,” Katie says, “not only between the couple but the guests too.” She specialises in making everyone feel comfortable (even if they don’t like having their picture taken), helping to tell the story of your special day while giving you the space and time to actually enjoy it. 

Website: https://katiekav.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiekavphoto/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/bray-ireland-katie-kav-photography

Roger Kenny / The Portrait Room

Roger Kenny describes his superpower as “seeing things before they happen.” Having fallen in love with photography at an early age, Roger has built an impressive 15-plus year career, now with more than 600 weddings under his belt. He is a genius at going unnoticed and blending in at a wedding, which helps him to capture some of the most natural moments. For Roger, it’s all about showing real connections, genuine smiles, and heartfelt tears. “I would love nothing more,” Roger says, “than to capture the look on your Dad’s face, the joy of your Mum’s laugh, your touch as you reach out to grab your Granny’s hand.”

Website: https://www.portraitrooms.ie/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portraitroom/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/portrait-room

Egle Laukyte / White Cat Studio

From quiet gestures to boisterous moments exploding with happiness, Egle’s goal is to luxuriously capture her clients' special day the way they remember it and help them relive it over and over again. “My focus is on photographing not just how it looked, but how it felt,” she says. Egle walks a perfect line between staged and pure documentary style, giving subtle, guiding directions to her clients, but never posing them. “Don’t worry,” she says, “I’ll help you figure out what to do with your hands, how to relax in your body, and how to have fun every moment. 

Website: https://whitecatstudio.ie/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/white_cat_studio/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/white-cat-studio

Gareth Lima-Conlon / Lima Conlon Photography

Dad, husband, and artist extraordinaire, Gareth Lima-Conlon often tears up when he sees parents crying at a wedding. Highly skilled and deeply caring, he’s a natural at capturing raw emotion with a modern and elegant touch. “I believe that you should celebrate and enjoy your wedding without having to worry about the camera all day,” says Gareth, and his work shows how comfortable couples and families feel in his presence. His warm, whimsical images range from highly orchestrated to casual and behind-the-scenes – always sparkling with joy and unique creativity.

Website: https://limaconlon.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/limaconlon/

WB: https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/lima-conlon-photography

Ronan Palliser / Ronan Palliser Photography

Based in Dublin with a passion for travelling and photographing all over Europe, Ronan Palliser has photographed over 300 weddings in the past fourteen years. He’s known for his innate skill in “winning over page boys and flower girls,” which helps him capture the most natural and fun moments. He’s also great at creating epic night portraits after a day of capturing casual, behind-the-scenes photos and can magically stage formal family portraits in less than ten minutes. James helps his clients spend less time worrying about their photos and more time enjoying their special day. 

Website: https://www.ronanpalliser.ie/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronanpalliser/

WB:https://www.worldsbestweddingphotos.com/best-wedding-photographers/ronan-palliser-photography

In addition to photographing weddings in Ireland all of these photographers are available to travel, as are all the artists in our directory of the world's best wedding photographers.