A lovely French couple tie the knot (sceller l’union?) in Lauterbrunnen. Lionel proposes to Lucie in Lauterbrunnen on a lovely day during the third week of October. After saying “oui” this lovely couple pose for a couples photo shoot. Lucie is also pregnant and we ended with a short maternity photo shoot. The weather at…
An engagement photo shoot in Lauterbrunnen in the beginning of October. Cody had popped the question a couple of days earlier! October’s weather often surprises, compelling me to reschedule multiple photo shoots. On one occasion, I managed to fit three shoots into a single day. With the sun lower in the sky, I welcome any…
A surprise engagement in Grindelwald with a lovely couple from Hong Kong. Afterwards a photo shooting on First (elevation 2,184 m or 7,165 ft.) First is a mountain location and minor summit on the slopes of the Schwarzhorn avove Grindelwald resort. It is mostly known as a cable car station in the mountains above Grindelwald…
Originally, I considered titling this post “An Early Morning Photo Shoot in Lauterbrunnen,” but 9 a.m. doesn’t quite qualify as early. In October, 9 a.m. can be a bit early for a photo shoot, with clouds often obscuring the mountains. I could have used another couple of hours for the skies to clear, but with…
Another surprise marriage proposal in the mountains that surround Lauterbrunnen. This location for engagements has overtaken Iseltwald Pier probably because it is quiet. Iseltwald is a tourist destination these days with extra buses operating from Interlaken Ost railway station. The weather has been a challenge lately. I am finalizing photo shoots up to 24 hours…
The photo shoot was initially scheduled for the next day, but with rain forecasted, we managed to move it up by a day. Flexibility is always beneficial. Zermatt is a favored destination, thanks to its stunning combination of mountains and lakes. The downside is the occasional presence of people in the background, requiring significant time…
A surprise engagement proposal in the mountains that overlook Lauterbrunnen. Eugene and Grace tie the know during their holiday in Switzerland. It’s the end of September and the weather is a little uncertain. I have been lucky with the weather so far. Monday was a rainy day but I was able to switch the photo…
Andrew proposed in Zermatt, but they kept their appointment for a photo shoot with me in Lauterbrunnen. Andrew couldn’t resist the sunny day in Zermatt, going down on one knee to propose to Allie. The weather in Lauterbrunnen, however, was rainy during the week we had booked for our photo session. I meticulously checked my…
A Florida couple get engaged in Grindelwald, with the stunning Eiger mountain as their backdrop. Nathaly was taken by surprise, and of course, she said yes! This site is conveniently near the heart of Grindelwald. However, availability can be limited. Occasionally, the farmer may fence off the area to protect the grass or allow cattle…
A photo shoot in the Swiss Alps surrounding Zermatt on a chilly September day. Snow blankets the northern side of the Alps, though not here. The cold weather was not ideal for Nao’s wedding dress. Our photo shoot began at Leisee Lake, at an elevation of 2,232 meters. We concluded at Stellisee Lake, (elevation 2,547…
A lovely couple from Austin, Texas, exchanged vows amidst the picturesque mountains overlooking Lauterbrunnen. Though the day wasn’t ideal for breathtaking mountain views, the enveloping low clouds added a uniquely enchanting touch. As mid-September brings cooler temperatures, snow has reappeared on the mountain peaks. This weather radar app proved invaluable for coordinating the perfect meeting…
A symbolic wedding in a historic hotel with breathtaking views of Lake Brienz in Switzerland. The spacious balcony of the Giessbach room at the Grand Hotel served as the venue. The couple exchanged vows under the late afternoon sun, surrounded by stunning scenery perfect for a post-ceremony photo shoot. With Lake Brienz as the backdrop…
An unexpected marriage proposal on a bright, sunny day amidst the mountains with a view of Lauterbrunnen. We followed our usual routine. Andy approached and asked me to take a picture of them. This allowed me to position them perfectly with the mountains and valley as a backdrop. Suddenly, Andy dropped to one knee, and…
A surprise engagement in the mountains that overlook Lauterbrunnen. The couple were staying in Wengen. I gave Broderick directions on how to walk to the location where I was behaving like a landscape photographer. As planned, Broderick came over to me and asked if I would take a picture of him and his girlfriend. Which…
He proposed on the mountain summit at the top of the Royal Walk. Elevation 2,400 m – 7,874 ft. Afterwards we walked down the Royal Walk stopping at a few locations for some more photos. Capturing the Eiger mountain and the Lauterbrunnen Valley in the background. —-
Photo shoot around one of the lakes in the mountains above Zermatt. I only had an hour to take the pictures before we had to return to Zermatt and take the train up to Riffelalp. I have 5 different locations around the lake with the Matterhorn mountain in the background. —-
I was photographer for an elopement in Zermatt in August. I photographed three wedding couples in two days. There are lots of different locations in the mountains that surround this Swiss Alpine resort. Locations with backdrops featuring mountains and lakes. I travelled from Interlaken on the first day and stayed overnight in Zermatt for the…
A post wedding photo shoot in the mountains that surround Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland. A very hot day in August 2024. Amanda and Mark brought their wedding clothes on their honeymoon. They changed into them in a small hut by the railway station. Amanda was wearing sensible shoes covered by her dress. I photographed a Japanese couple…
A surprise marriage proposal by lake Thun near Interlaken. A couple from the USA tie the knot as the sun rises over Thunersee. The engagement was planned for the day before but there were black clouds in the sky. Richard wanted an early morning meeting. I was unknown to his girlfriend. However the weather was…
An engagement photo shoot in the Swiss Alps that surround Wengen and Lauterbrunnen. The couple got engaged in Washington DC. They contacted me for a photo shoot during their holiday in Switzerland. This is a lunchtime photo shoot. No clouds in the sky to help shade the sun. I have to bring my own shade.…