Petrata castle
Soulful wedding
Umbria
CASTELLO DI PETRATA HEARTFELT DESTINATION WEDDING -
TIMELESS and AUTHENTIC PHOTOGRAPHER in UMBRIA
UMBRIA COUNTRYSIDE WEDDING
Their couple portraits unfolded with ease, spontaneous spark and a rush of genuine emotion. At Castello di Petrata cradled by the Umbrian hills time seemed to loosen its grip stretching each moment into something almost palpable. In that lingering hush, family bonds tightened like rope their laughter ricocheting off the slopes.
When the rain finally lifted the sudden spill of light arrived as a quiet benediction. For me the essence of wedding photography isn’t hidden in perfect poses or immaculate shots—it lives in unvarnished truth..
On that day truth unfolded under bright sunshine through a flash of storm and finally, in a brief bright rainbow.
Castello di Petrata, Umbria
Kelly and Alexandra celebrated their destination wedding at Castello di Petrata nestled in the hills of Umbria. Some weddings only feel like a scene from a film. Others actually become the film itself—Kelly and Alexandra’s destination celebration at Castello di Petrata, in Umbria fell into the latter category an unforgettable day when the very landscape seemed to echo every emotion.
Being a wedding photographer in Umbria we've watched love unfurl, across these hills countless times but this ceremony left an extra‑soft echo.
The sky itself seemed to narrate their story—morning light spilling like laughter a sudden dramatic downpour that hammered the landscape then a surprise double rainbow arcing over the vows and finally a sunset that draped the whole firmament in molten gold. Kelly and Alexandra rode a roller coaster—deep resonant laughter erupted one moment then genuine heartfelt tears followed the next.
Their bond felt like sorcery and their families welcomed every passing second with open‑armed joy. We went with a documentary‑style approach letting the day’s rhythm unfold on its own quietly capturing each hug each tear each wild burst of laughter, without intruding. One of the things we adore about shooting destination weddings in Umbria is how unfiltered authenticity seems to seep into everything. The verdant hills practically coax you to draw a breath drop the pretense and love without any shackles. Kelly and Alexandra embodied that to the hilt.
Castello di Petrata wedding photographer
DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN ITALY
Every wedding writes its raw emotional, one‑off story. As documentary‑ and editorial‑focused photographers based in Umbria we keep it simple: let the day unfold naturally and capture it with honesty, intuition and a splash of vision. Our belief is that the striking photos happen when people are completely in the moment—laughing, crying, dancing simply being themselves. That conviction drives a style that stays relaxed and almost invisible. We glide through the day quietly observing and seizing interactions: the tears that surface before the ceremony the wild joyous swirl, on the dance floor and those tiny family gestures that often slip by unnoticed yet mean everything. Most of the work unfolds in a straight‑up documentary fashion letting moments surface on their terms. Occasionally—when a stray beam of light or a composition that reads like a film catches the eye—we step in gently.
EMOTIONAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER ITALY
That’s when our editorial eye takes the reins nudging enough to shape something timeless and iconic while never sacrificing its authenticity. The alchemy of documentary storytelling and editorial finesse defines the DNA of our photography. Consequently a compendium of images emerges, brimming with chuckles, tears, kinetic flow and unvarnished emotion—a saga that pulses, with vitality each time it meets the eye. For couples who decide on Umbria for their wedding this approach feels just right. The rolling hills, time‑worn villages and that golden light already set the scene. All that remains is to let you revel in the moment while we stand ready to capture it. When the final curtain falls your wedding feels like a staged photoshoot and more like a heartfelt celebration of love, family and connection. Our purpose is to capture that story exactly as it unfolded—honestly beautifully and, for all time.
Alexandra
the bride
The bride got ready with her dearest and this was such a huge source of intimate moments and meaningful photos that will be memories forever
Kelly,
the groom
There is so much love around this groom with his friends looking up at him and his parents showing complicity and deep bonds
DESTINATION WEDDING IN UMBRIA
THE TEAM
Photography: Maurizio & Serena
Venue: Castello di Petrata
Videography: Wedding Motion
Flowers: Giovanna Canavicci
MUA & Hair: LBW
Planing: Milleluna
The Civil
Ceremony
The ceremony in the garden with stunning views of Assisi.
the EVENT DESIGN
A gorgeous decor and design at Castello di Petrata with dinner al fresco
what does TIMELESS photography mean in terms of wedding photography?
Timeless means NATURAL, untouched by trends, true to color and deeply authentic. It feels effortless, never stiff, warm and candid yet refined and beautifully composed
Natural wedding photography is a choice for all those couples with a clear aesthetic vision who want to look stunning, but don’t want to spend time and energy on the photoshoot. It combines a documentary approach - capturing real moments without interruption of staging - with an editorial touch, where the photographer gives occasional direction but mostly fades into the background, allowing every moment to unfold naturally and spontaneously
OUR TAKE: Our couples love to look like they’ve stepped off a magazine cover - radiant and effortlessly stylish, but they also want to live their day without spending time posing. They value genuine experiences they company of their guests and meaningful moments with their families. That’s why our photography is designed to capture beauty without interruption, catching you living the moment with a minimal direction.
UMBRIA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER:
If you are getting married in Umbria or Tuscany you are surrounding yourself with golden light, rolling hills and a relaxed atmosphere that should guide the photo storytelling. Our natural but editorial style blends authenticity with sophistication and is a unique approach to the unique vibes of a destination wedding in Italy.
Time to Shine
Iconic but candid, we let Kelly and Alexandra live the moment and creating some very candid shots, but eventually stepped in to follow a more artistic vision.
For couples who want emotion and sophistication
Dinner
al fresco
Let’s get this
party started!
They moved inside the glass house and they had speeches they drove everyone to tears. Then they started the party with the first dance
Meet your wedding
photographers
Maurizio and Serena are award winning photographers based in central Italy and available around the globe.
If you are interested in working together feel free to BOOK A CONSULTATION NOW and we will meet you on a video call to find out if we are a good match
as seen in Vogue, Brides, Junebug…
Rellini art studio.
Know as the leading photographers in Umbria, Maurizio and Serena from Rellini Art Studio have 1200+ weddings experience over the last 20 years and have a NATURAL approach to the wedding photography which blends editorial and documentary style
“They utilize a combination of traditional techniques coupled with a personalized artistry to create stories of love, beauty, feelings, and art.”
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FAQ
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We are proud to say that we are among the most experienced wedding photographers in Tuscany
We spent 20 years photographing weddings and love stories all over Italy and around the globe. We shot more than 1000 weddings and we have gained an enviable level of experience as wedding photographers that allows us to handle every situation with ease and confidence, ensuring a stress-free experience for all our couples. Throughout the journey, we strive to be friendly and supportive companions, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable
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Our style is a unique balance of documentary and editorial photography, made with a natural approach. It’spontaneous and natural because we focus on capturing genuine moments of happiness and connections with your loved ones. Our photos are unposed—we love to capture you "in the moment," showing you as natural and at ease. Our ability to be present discreetly, without interfering, is the foundation of our documentary-style approach.
Many of our couples describe our photos as cinematic because they see themselves as movie stars—even though we never posed them
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Yes! we are based on the border between Tuscany and Umbria and we work all over Tuscany and know most of the most amazing venues in the area. We specially love shooting weddings in Val d’Orcia in venues like Borgo Stomenanno or Terre di Nano, or in Chianti in incredible places like Castello il Palagio, Castello di Celsa, Vignamaggio, Vicchiomaggio, La Foce, Vicarello…
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We are the quickest photographers! Depending on the packages we deliver the full work in 7 days or maximum in 20 days. We deliver all the photos both in color and black & white
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Yes we shoot film photography together with the digital service. We shoot medium format films and deliver incredible quality fine art prints
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Yes we are licensed drone pilots and include the drone photography service in most of our packages
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Absolutely yes! One photographer is not enough to document properly a wedding day. We recommend checking that both the photographers are very experienced and talented because there are many studio where the second shooter is just an assistant who cannot deliver a signature style
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Our answer is that your photos need to be timeless, the colors and contrasts and the general look must It must withstand the passage of time. Your photos must look beautiful today and also in 20 years. This is why we avoid temporary trends like out of focus and blurred images. In 20 years you want a proper photo of your shoes and not a blurred photo because they will no longer be only photos but precious memories
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