An edit of destination photographers featured in Issue 42.
From the mountains of New Zealand to the coastlines of Europe and beyond, destination photography continues to evolve, capturing the spirit of modern love stories with a global perspective. In this curated edit from Issue 42, we feature twelve destination photographers who reveal the unique perspectives that define their work, the artistic influences that inspire them, and their upcoming travel schedules for 2026 and 2027. Serving as both a source of creative inspiration and a practical guide, this feature introduces couples to a variety of distinctive voices and provides a roadmap of their international availability to help shape their future wedding plans.
Stacey McLean
My Point of Difference — With a background in fashion and visual communications, I approach weddings as narrative-driven editorials, balancing intention, composition and emotional honesty. Drawn to clean lines, texture and movement, I create refined, cinematic imagery with clear direction, seeing each wedding as a visual story with depth, restraint and purpose.
What Inspires Me — I’m inspired by fashion, European architecture, old cinema and quiet, in-between moments. Travel continually shapes my perspective, while editorial photography, art books and contemporary design inform my visual language. Above all, I’m inspired by my couples, their stories, unguarded gestures, and the telling details.
Where you will find me — In 2027, I’m available for European weddings by request.
staceymcleanphoto.com, @staceymcleanphoto
Sharon Ko
My Point of Difference — For me, it is all about presence and connection. I take the time to know my couples and their families, capturing their wedding with loving eyes as if I were a friend or cousin with a camera. I weave together emotions, light, and in-between moments to tell their unique story.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired by friends, family, and the sweet everyday moments of life. Growing up in Turkey and travelling widely, nature, food, music, art, and cultural stories shape my vision. Studying Studio Art taught me to see light, colour, and beauty in everything, which I bring to every wedding.
Where you will find me — 2026 March— Arizona; April-May—Bay Area and SoCal; June—Europe; July-August—SoCal; September—Bay Area; October—Taiwan; November—Southeast and East Asia. 2027 December-March—Europe and North Africa (Turkey, Italy, France, Morocco, etc.)
sharonsevgiko.com, @sharonko_photo
Zac Graham
My Point of Difference — My approach is simple. When you are fully in the moment, relaxed and enjoying your day authentically, great photos follow naturally. I focus on storytelling, capturing real emotions with a documentary eye while offering subtle guidance. Blending digital and film, I embrace raw, imperfect nuances that make each wedding feel honest and effortless.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired by couples who are genuinely themselves, fun, easygoing, and open to the moment. I love real scenes, like gelato on an Italian street or hiking boots beneath a wedding dress. New places, character-filled settings, and the stories within them inspire me to create images that feel true.
Where you will find me — Late June and July 2027 in Europe, including Italy and France. Flexible and happy to travel anywhere!
zacgrahamphotography.com, @zacgrahamphoto
Micimage
My Point of Difference — Photography for me began as an adventure, and that sense of stoke still drives my work. From chasing snow to documenting people and places, I focus on subtle details and bigger, breathtaking scenes. I let moments unfold naturally, capturing weddings in a modern, understated and authentic way.
What Inspires Me —I am inspired by the outdoors and the feeling of being immersed in a moment as it unfolds. Living in Wanaka, surrounded by mountains and shifting light, shapes how I see. I am drawn to atmosphere, texture, movement, and real emotion, always chasing images that feel honest and truly lived in.
Locations & dates — Based in Wanaka, New Zealand, and available locally and nationwide. Open to travel opportunities.
micimageweddings.co.nz, @micimageweddings
Weddings by Library
My Point of Difference — I work within a collective built on fairness, transparency and respect, where both couple and photographer feel valued. Free from formulas or prescribed styles, I approach each wedding with a distinct perspective, capturing something personal and true.
What Inspires Me — I’m inspired by documentary traditions that treat witnessing as a form of respect, and by small creative communities that share generously while protecting individual authorship. I’m drawn to honest artists, thoughtful filmmakers and writers, and to couples who still value love and sentimentality, shaping stories that feel sincere, expressive and deeply personal.
Where you will find me — Based across Melbourne, Sydney, the Gold Coast and Brisbane. We travel throughout Australia and beyond.
weddingsbylibrary.com, @weddingsbylibrary
Sharon Kastelijns
My Point of Difference — Photography transformed me from uncertainty to clarity. My sensitivity became a strength, attuning me to the emotions in a room. With a steady, grounding presence, I capture moments naturally. My editorial style with a documentary heart preserves not just how your wedding looked, but how it truly felt.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired by the small, overlooked moments and unique perspectives of everyday life. Personal connections, memories, and the people I love move me deeply. On a wedding day, I carry this curiosity, noticing subtle gestures and energy, capturing the authentic stories that make each celebration deeply memorable.
Where you will find me — Based in the Netherlands, I am available for destination weddings across Europe year-round, and in Australia during December and January.
sharonkastelijns.com, @sharonkastelijns.photography
Danielle Aisling
My Point of Difference — I photograph weddings as they truly feel, not just how they look. Blending digital and film, I capture both grand moments and quieter in- between ones without over-directing. I move through the day like a guest, preserving the atmosphere, energy, and real connection that make each celebration distinctly their own.
What Inspires Me — Travel and light inspire me. Every location offers its own mood, from soft springtime New York to coastal Mexico or mountain clarity in Banff. I also draw from design, fashion, architecture, and thoughtful experiences. Most of all, I’m inspired by couples who are present, trusting the process, and embracing every moment fully.
Where you will find me — 2026 May—Banff, Canada & Cancun, Mexico; July—Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa; September—Paris, Florence, Montreal. 2027 January— Mexico City; April—Paris; July—Ireland; September—Lisbon and Mallorca.
danielleaisling.com, @danielleaisling
Natasha Raso Photography
My Point of Difference — My point of difference is creating a personalised experience for each couple by taking the time to get to know their story and vision. I love to capture genuine emotions and connections. I focus on real moments of joy and love, ensuring every image reflects who they truly are.
What Inspires Me — My inspiration comes from a deeply personal place. After losing my mum, I understood how precious memories are. Having been happily married for 13 years, I am driven to capture moments that matter, preserving the love, emotions, and essence of each couple so their memories can be treasured forever.
Where you will find me — Based in Perth, Australia, and also available in Melbourne. In Europe from August to September 2027. I am flexible to travel depending on bookings and availability.
natasharasophotography.com.au, @natasharasophotography
Tayla Jayne Photography
My Point of Difference — I don’t chase the shot. I prioritise creating a still, intentional space where my couples can truly be present and savour their day. By matching their energy and protecting their peace, I capture imagery that feels unforced and true, blending candid documentary and editorial storytelling with a light, intuitive touch.
What Inspires Me — I’m most inspired by people and their connections, especially the intangible moments in between. It is the emotion, the atmosphere, and how the day truly feels that draws me in. I approach each wedding with an open mind, experiencing the story through my couples’ eyes and noticing what they may not.
Where you will find me — Based on the Sunshine Coast. Travelling to Europe, May to June 2026; New Zealand, May 2027; Thailand, November 2027.
taylajayne.com, @taylajaynephotography
Lena Ruschke
My Point of Difference — I photograph weddings through connection rather than performance. I focus on honest moments, the way people naturally gravitate towards each other, the pauses betweenconversations, and the atmosphere as everyone relaxes. By guiding gently and observing, I capture images that feel composed without ever feeling staged.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired by old cinema and the softness of memory. Silence, light, small gestures, music, authentic relationships, travel, architecture, art, and nature all shape how I see and photograph a wedding. I aim for images that feel rediscovered rather than created, capturing moments that are remembered, not performed.
Where you will find me — Based in Germany and regularly working across Italy, France, and Switzerland. I am available to travel worldwide for your destination wedding.
lenaruschkephoto.com, @lenaruschkephoto
Perfect Moment
My Point of Difference — I approach weddings with calm, observant presence, capturing the in-between moments, a quiet breath, hands gently finding each other, or laughter that breaks tension. Blending documentary storytelling with refined editorial aesthetics, I use natural light, movement and space to create unposed imagery.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired first by light, especially natural light, for its softness, depth, and timelessness. Cinema, architecture, fashion, and travel shape my vision. Most of all, I am inspired by people, their energy, subtle gestures, pauses, and rhythms. Weddings’ joy, anticipation, nostalgia, and vulnerability guide how I capture each story.
Where you will find me — I offer services to Sydney and Melbourne clients, including metro and surrounding areas.
perfectmoment.net.au, @perfectmomentweddings
The Wed Lens
My Point of Difference — I blend documentary honesty with an editorial sensibility, capturing each couple’s unique story with still, intuitive presence. By observing both grand and intimate moments, I create images that resonate deeply and are treasured long after the wedding day.
What Inspires Me — I am inspired by the intersection of fashion, light and real emotion. Movement, thoughtful styling and quiet luxury inform my approach, while natural light shapes mood. Most of all, I am drawn to fleeting intimate moments, glances and laughter, turning passing moments into images worth returning to.
Where you will find me — I’ll be in Brisbane July 2026; NSW South Coast, September 2026 and February 2027; NSW Mid North Coast, November 2026; Queenstown, NZ May and November 2027.
thewedlens.com.au, @thewedlens
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