Laure and Maxime's Fine Art Wedding at Domaine de Larchey

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Romance and softness set the tone for this Fine Art wedding at Domaine de Larchey. The estate, in Saint-Médard-d’Eyrans near Bordeaux, is well known for hosting elegant wedding receptions and other private events.

Bride and bridesmaids joining hands, wearing floral wrist corsages, at Domaine de Larchey

Stone facade of Domaine de Larchey with a blooming crepe myrtle under blue sky

Pink crepe myrtle blossoms against a blue summer sky at Domaine de Larchey

Easel holding the wedding welcome sign framed with greenery at Domaine de Larchey

Paved courtyard and flower-covered entrance of the manor house at Domaine de Larchey

Wooden front door beneath a wrought-iron canopy at Domaine de Larchey

Antique portrait painting in an oval gilt frame on a pale wall

Bride's invitation suite, perfume, fan and floral hair comb styled on linen

Laure and Maxime invite you to discover the wonderful wedding they celebrated in July 2020.

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A Wedding at Domaine de Larchey

Domaine de Larchey

If there is one place where taking Fine Art photos is a pure delight, it is Domaine de Larchey!

Ring box, white floral hair comb and silk ribbon laid out for the bride

Bride's floral hair comb resting beside the wedding invitation

Make-up artist working on a seated guest during preparations at Domaine de Larchey

Bride doing her own make-up with a hand mirror by the window

Domaine de Larchey drawing room with crystal chandelier and oval antique painting

Red Louis XV-style settee beneath a gilt-framed floral still life

The estate’s tree-lined, flower-filled park is impeccably kept and incredibly beautiful. If our newlyweds look so radiant in the photos, it is partly thanks to the glorious weather that came with us all day. Summer is a perfect season for a wedding at Domaine de Larchey, and the sunshine suited the Fine Art wedding style I love so much.

Groom's peach bow tie, watch, cologne and shoe arranged on wooden boards

Groom in a beige jacket adjusting his watch while getting ready

Bride's bouquet of peach roses and foliage resting on a pale wooden floor

Groom and his best man standing at the front door of Domaine de Larchey

Black Porsche 911 convertible parked under the trees for the wedding at Domaine de Larchey

Glass-fronted reception hall and lawn at Domaine de Larchey under a clear sky

Smiling bride holding her peach rose bouquet near a bright window

Bride and groom walking hand in hand out of the Domaine de Larchey house

All around this chic, countryside venue, you will have the pleasant surprise of discovering the châteaux of the Pessac-Léognan vineyards.

Bride and groom surrounded by their guests in the flower-filled courtyard

Entrance gates of Villenave-d'Ornon town hall on the wedding day

Smiling bride and groom outside Villenave-d'Ornon town hall after the civil ceremony

Crystal chandelier and tapestry above the fireplace in the wedding room

Bride and groom laughing together under the chandelier at Villenave-d'Ornon town hall

Guest in sunglasses taking a photo of the couple with her phone

With its restaurant, Le 1930, which caters for wedding dinners, and its soundproofed rooms, Domaine de Larchey is a dream setting for a successful wedding. The charm and authenticity of its rooms, right in the heart of nature, delight couples and guests alike, and the staff are wonderfully attentive.

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Laure and Maxime’s Wedding Day

Laure and Maxime chose the end of July to say "I do".

Smiling guest in sunglasses holding a box of confetti cones

Bride and groom stepping out of Villenave-d'Ornon town hall as guests look on

Bride raising her bouquet in celebration outside the town hall

Group photo of the bride, groom and family beneath a tall cedar

Guests waiting for the couple outside the flower-decked Villenave-d'Ornon town hall

Bride and groom on either side of a purple-leaved tree in a park

They got ready at Domaine de Larchey, and the civil ceremony took place at Villenave-d’Ornon town hall. We took the couple’s portraits in the town hall’s beautiful garden.

Groom walking toward the bride beneath a large red-leaved tree

Bride and groom gazing at each other, the bride holding a country bouquet

Bride and groom embracing beneath the red branches of a tree

Bride and groom forehead to forehead beneath a red-leaved tree

Bride and groom sharing a tender kiss beneath a purple-leaved tree

Close portrait of the smiling couple, the bride looking up at her husband

Bride nestled against the groom with her colourful bouquet between them

Groom gazing into the distance as the bride leans on his shoulder

Then came a celebrant-led ceremony back at the estate, with Carole of Mademoiselle Loyal as officiant. Carole was absolutely perfect: her gentle voice and her words deeply touched the newlyweds. The floral decoration was splendid.

Groom kissing the bride's forehead in a lush green woodland

Close-up of the couple's hands showing the wedding ring and groom's watch, in the park of Villenave-d'Ornon town hall

Polaroid photo seating chart on an ivy-trimmed pallet at Domaine de Larchey

Floral centrepiece on a wooden slice with Mr & Mrs letters at Domaine de Larchey

Wedding table set with eucalyptus garland and bread rolls at Domaine de Larchey

"La mariée" tag on a folded napkin marking the bride's place

The cocktail hour followed in the park of Domaine de Larchey, to the lively, talented music of the band Granny Smith. The newlyweds and their guests danced and laughed a great deal.

Wicker peacock chairs and floral arch for the outdoor ceremony at Domaine de Larchey

Draped floral arch for the outdoor ceremony in the Domaine de Larchey garden

Floral arrangement of roses and palm leaves on a ceremony arch post

Smiling Mademoiselle Loyal celebrant before the outdoor ceremony at Domaine de Larchey

Bride seated in a wicker peacock chair during the outdoor ceremony

Dried flowers and baby's breath bouquet glowing in the ceremony light

To close the day, dinner was served in a calm atmosphere, before an evening party that grew ever more festive!

Bride and groom watching pink balloons float away in front of their guests

Pink balloons drifting into the sky above the estate grounds

Bride and groom embracing under the floral arch after the outdoor ceremony

First kiss as a married couple under the flower arch at Domaine de Larchey

Drinks reception under trees and parasols on the estate lawn

Bright reception room at Domaine de Larchey set for the wedding dinner

Rustic centrepiece with a framed photo and Mr & Mrs letters

Granny Smith singer playing acoustic guitar during the drinks reception at Domaine de Larchey

I will finish by saying that Laure and Maxime are two lovely people, and that thanks to them I took great pleasure in sharing this unique day.

Children playing ball games on the lawn during the drinks reception

Groom giving a thumbs up, drink in hand, in front of the estate chapel

Bride and her bridesmaids in pink in front of the Domaine de Larchey chapel

Bride and groom portrait beneath a large tree at sunset, Domaine de Larchey

Bride and groom leaning on the stone staircase balustrade of the estate

Bride and groom on the stone staircase beneath the lantern at Domaine de Larchey

Film Photography for a Fine Art Wedding

Film photography adds character and finesse to wedding photos. Although the Fine Art style is mostly worked in digital today, it draws heavily on the look of film.

Groom laughing on the dance floor, black and white photo

Bride and groom's first dance in black and white at Domaine de Larchey

Guests and newlyweds dancing together during the evening party, black and white

Bride dancing among her guests in the reception hall

Seated guests cheering in the reception hall, black and white photo

Horses grazing in a meadow by Domaine de Larchey, black and white

Laure and Maxime’s wedding, in particular, I covered entirely with a film camera: the daytime pictures in colour, and the evening photos in black and white, on a film stock especially suited to the Fine Art style. Film photography is available as an option, on request, for weddings and engagement sessions.

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Fine Art Photographer in Bordeaux

I am passionate about Fine Art wedding photography, and my wedding stories bring out the authentic emotions that couples share on their day. If you are curious and would like to know more, take a look at my page on the Fine Art photography style.

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Laure and Maxime’s wedding suppliers

I would like to thank all the wedding suppliers who worked alongside me on this wedding, as well as Domaine de Larchey, for their trust in my work as a Fine Art wedding photographer in Bordeaux.

Venue: Domaine de Larchey
Wedding gown: Milanova at La Bonne Robe
Suit: Blandin & Delloye
Flowers: Kraft Fleurs et Jouets
Officiant: Mademoiselle Loyal
Music: Granny Smith
Caterer: Deval
DJ: ALS
Videographer: Studio Jasmin & Bergamotte

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my whole wedding be photographed on film?

Yes, as an option and on request. Laure and Maxime’s wedding was covered entirely on film: in colour during the day and in black and white for the evening, on a film stock suited to the Fine Art style.

Where can we take our couple photos when the civil ceremony is at the town hall?

For Laure and Maxime, it was in the beautiful garden of Villenave-d’Ornon town hall, just after the civil ceremony and before the celebrant-led ceremony at the estate.

Planning your wedding in France?

As a Bordeaux wedding photographer, I photograph weddings at Domaine de Larchey and across the Gironde and France, in digital or on film on request; drone photos are included in my wedding collections. Discover my wedding collections, or tell me about your day.

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