YOUR WEDDING – told with love & authenticity

I’m a destination wedding photographer in Europe, capturing authentic love stories for couples who dream of celebrating in beautiful places around the world.
From Mallorca to Tuscany, Iceland to the Amalfi Coast – I document weddings that feel real, emotional and full of soul.

HI, I’M JANA!

Destination Wedding Photographer in Europe

How wonderful that you’ve found your way here! Feel free to take a look around — and if you have any questions, I’d love to hear from you.

As a wedding photographer based in Cologne, Bonn, and available worldwide, I capture your wedding exactly as it unfolds – authentic, emotional, and unposed. It’s the small, meaningful moments that bring my photography to life: the joyful tears, the loving glances during the ceremony, the flower girls laughing as they walk down the aisle.

I’m in love with the details – the way you put on your jewelry in the soft morning light, the carefully chosen décor, or the emotions in your friends’ eyes as they see you for the first time as bride and groom.
My goal is to tell your story in a way that feels real and timeless – whether your celebration takes place in Germany, Italy, Sardinia, Mallorca or anywhere your heart leads you.

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DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Italy, Spain, Europe

As a wedding photographer, I don’t just work in Cologne, Bonn or Düsseldorf – I capture love stories all around the world.
I’m passionate about traveling, discovering new places and cultures, and documenting weddings that are as unique as the people in them.
A cosy garden wedding in Tuscany? A boho-style celebration in Marrakech? An intimate elopement in Iceland or a romantic finca wedding in Mallorca?
Tell me all about your plans – I can’t wait to capture your destination wedding story.

“We’re absolutely over the moon and can wholeheartedly recommend her!”

MY APPROACH

♡ Getting to know you

To tell your story authentically and naturally, I believe in building a genuine, friendly connection with every couple I photograph.
For all packages from 6 hours and up, a pre-wedding meeting is included. We’ll meet for a relaxed coffee and chat through all the details of your special day.
I’m based in Cologne, so I love meeting couples in one of the city’s cosy cafés — but of course, an online meeting is always possible too, especially for my destination wedding couples around the world.

♡ Feel completely at ease

Many of my couples mention in their reviews that I feel more like a friend than a service provider – and that’s exactly what I want.
This connection allows me to capture your wedding day authentically and honestly, with real emotions and genuine moments.
During your celebration, I quietly stay in the background, observing and documenting everything as it unfolds — but I’m also the one who’ll happily fix a loose hairpin or answer Grandpa Jürgen’s questions about my camera 🙂

♡ With all my heart

Even after photographing countless weddings, each one still feels truly special to me.
It’s not unusual for me to tear up behind the camera during emotional moments — I feel every laugh, every hug, every happy tear right along with you.
That’s exactly how I’m able to capture those real, emotional and meaningful moments that tell your story from the heart.

A little overview of my services

TUSCANY, SARDINIA, MALLORCA, ITALY, SPAIN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

I photograph creative couples who value attention to detail and want their emotions to take center stage.
I’m especially touched by non-traditional weddings — the ones that truly reflect you and feel right in your hearts.
Whether it’s wildflower bouquets and succulents in the décor, flowers in your hair during a free ceremony in a meadow, barefoot on the beach, just the two of you, or a classic celebration surrounded by your loved ones – I can’t wait to hear all about your plans and capture your story in authentic, emotional images.

QUESTIONS?

It’s important to me that you feel comfortable and well-informed from the very beginning.
That’s why I’ve put together a list of the most frequently asked questions to help you get a better idea of how I work and what to expect.

I’m based in Cologne, Bonn and Düsseldorf, and photograph weddings all across Germany and Europe – but my heart truly beats for destination weddings around the world.
Over the years, I’ve captured many international weddings in places like Italy and Tuscany, Sardinia, Greece, Mallorca, and Iceland – each one unique, emotional, and unforgettable.
I’m always excited to explore new destinations and cultures, creating timeless stories wherever love takes you.

First, you simply send me an inquiry through my contact form.
I’ll then create a personalized offer based on your plans and wishes. If everything feels right, we’ll schedule a phone or video call to get to know each other and go through any open questions.
Once you decide to book, you’ll receive a contract to confirm your date.
A few months before your wedding, we’ll meet for a relaxed coffee chat to go over all details and ideas — making sure everything feels perfect for your day.
Of course, you can reach me anytime before that via phone or WhatsApp — whether you need advice, have questions, or just want to share a little update about your planning.

Yes, absolutely! I love capturing civil ceremonies just as much as full-day wedding stories starting from 6 hours of coverage.
For many couples, a longer photography package is the perfect choice — it allows me to tell the complete story of your day, from the emotional getting ready moments to the lively celebrations at night.

The number of photos depends on the length of your wedding coverage.
For an 8-hour wedding day, you can expect at least 500 carefully edited images – though it’s usually quite a bit more.
My goal is to deliver a complete, cohesive story of your day, capturing every meaningful moment without leaving anything important out.

You’ll receive your finished wedding photos within 3–5 weeks after your big day.
I personally select and edit every image with great care — so you’ll get a beautifully consistent gallery that truly reflects the emotions and atmosphere of your wedding.
Once everything is ready, you’ll receive a link to your private online gallery, where you can view, download, and share your photos with family and friends.

Yes, absolutely! I love capturing engagement sessions and couple shoots — they’re a wonderful way to celebrate your love and get comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding day.
We can plan your session at a beautiful location that reflects your story — whether it’s by the sea, in the city, or during golden hour in nature.
Many couples also use their engagement photos for invitations or save-the-date cards.

Most of the time, I photograph weddings together with a second shooter.
This has so many advantages — we can capture different moments at the same time, such as both the bride’s and groom’s getting ready, and cover multiple perspectives throughout the day.
This way, you’ll receive an even richer, more complete wedding story, filled with authentic emotions, beautiful details, and all those little moments happening in the background.

I photograph with two professional full-frame cameras, each equipped with dual memory card slots — meaning every image is instantly saved twice.
Once I’m back home, I back up your photos multiple times on separate storage systems, ensuring your memories are always safe and protected.

No, I don’t deliver RAW files. You’ll receive carefully edited, high-resolution JPEGs that reflect my signature style and artistic vision.
The editing process is an essential part of my work and what gives your images their unique, consistent look — it’s where your story truly comes to life.

Yes, I do! In addition to weddings, I also photograph maternity sessions, newborn shoots, and family portraits.
If you’d like to capture these beautiful new chapters of your story, I’d love to hear from you.

It’s super easy! Just send me a message through my contact form and tell me a bit about your wedding plans.
I’ll get back to you with availability and a personalized offer.
Once everything feels right, we’ll have a quick call or video chat to get to know each other and go over all the details.
After that, I’ll send you a contract to secure your date — and your wedding photography is officially booked!

Couldn’t find the answer you were looking for?
Just send me a message — I’m always happy to help and answer any questions about your wedding plans, photography, or my packages.