Still and Motion | Photographed and Filmed by David
Some weddings stay with you for a long time, not because they are big or elaborate, but because they feel deeply personal. Iseult and James’ micro wedding was exactly that.
Living just a short distance from me, their day felt wonderfully local and relaxed from the very beginning. With only their closest people around them, the focus was entirely on what mattered most. The two of them, their connection, and the place they chose to say their vows.
This is what Still and Motion looks like at a micro wedding. One photographer. One creative vision. Everything captured. If you would like to add a wedding film to your day, whether it is a micro wedding, an elopement or a full celebration, I would love to talk you through what is possible.
A Ceremony in One of Ireland’s Most Beautiful Settings
The ceremony took place in Gougane Barra, a location that never fails to take your breath away. Surrounded by mountains, forests and still water, it feels quiet, peaceful and completely removed from the rush of everyday life.
With the calm atmosphere of Gougane Barra all around them, the ceremony felt intimate and meaningful. There was no distraction, no pressure, just two people sharing a moment in one of the most beautiful places in the country.
Portraits Along the Stream
After the ceremony, we stayed close by for their photo shoot, taking advantage of the natural surroundings that make Gougane Barra so special. We wandered along a gentle stream, with soft light filtering through the trees and the sound of water flowing nearby.
There was no rushing and no posing for the sake of it. Just time to walk, talk, laugh, and take everything in. These are the moments that suit micro weddings perfectly. Unhurried, natural and full of genuine emotion.
A Relaxed Celebration at Home
From there, the day moved to a small and relaxed reception at Iseult’s mother’s home. It was the perfect way to finish the day. Warm, personal and filled with the people who mean the most.
Micro weddings allow space for these kinds of moments. Time to actually talk to everyone, to enjoy being together, and to celebrate without a strict schedule. It felt more like a gathering of family and friends than a formal event, and that made it incredibly special.
A Day That Was Completely Theirs
Iseult and James’ wedding was a reminder that weddings do not need to be big to be meaningful. Thoughtfully planned, beautifully located, and centred on what truly matters, their day was calm, joyful and full of heart.
Motion Capture
One of the things I am most proud of from Iseult and James' day is that I photographed and filmed it simultaneously.
No second camera operator. No additional crew. Just me, moving between still photography and video throughout the day, capturing both in the same moments, from the same perspective, with the same instinct for what mattered.
My son James was with me on the day. Not as a second photographer, but as someone who kept me organised, calm and moving in the right direction at the right time. He is extraordinarily good at that. I am lucky to have him.
The result is a short wedding film of Iseult and James' day that I am genuinely proud of. You can watch it here.
Getting Married in Cork?
If you are planning a wedding in Cork and are looking for a relaxed, natural photography approach with plenty of guidance to keep the day running smoothly, feel free to get in touch. I am always happy to chat through plans and timelines before the big day.