Weddings at Montpellier
Candid but elegant images from recent weddings at the beautiful Montpellier Wine Estate in Tulbagh, South Africa.
Wedding photography at Montpellier Estate by Curator Photography
I’ve been lucky enough to photograph more than one wedding here, and this venue has yet to disappoint. Romantic light, mountain backdrops, enchanted forests, hill-top chapels and glass houses – all these elements make Montpellier a remarkable place for wedding photos.
Below is a gallery of my favourite images from weddings at Montpellier
One of my favourite features of Montpellier is how its evening light filters into the space. As the afternoon sun pours into the Tulbugh Valley, through the dust thrown up by the neighbouring farmland, any harsh full sunlight is dispersed. The result is a soft golden wash that paints onto skins. I love making use of this light in two places, on the lawn area for bright-lit candids and up by the chapel for more emotive shots. In addition to these two places, Montpellier has a diverse space. There are many different scenes for imagery and making use of that is a treat. I enjoy using this variety to create interesting galleries for wedding couples. One of my favourite times doing this involved us driving five minutes up the farm road to the open fields. This view bookcased by tall mountains in the distance was a dream. Another favourite is the glass house, which is often used for reception.
My hope is that in years to come, as people look back on their wedding photos, they’ll still be discovering images they love because of this change in setting.
