The perfect setting

Shannon and Joseph chose the Algarve for their destination wedding, celebrating their love at Fortaleza da Luz. This historic 16th-century fortress and restaurant in Praia da Luz, Lagos, offered a delightful dining experience with stunning sea views from the terrace.

Family members and guests traveled from different corners of the world, from Dubai to Ireland, to witness and share in the couple’s special day.

Capturing the raw, spontaneous emotions of this beautiful celebration through documentary fine art photography was an absolute privilege.

Wedding Photographer: Rui Serra Ribeiro

Bride during the makeup. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little girl getting ready. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little girl with funny face. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride looking at mirror. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride getting ready, hair dresser. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride laughing while getting ready. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little girl laughing enjoying the moment. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride getting ready. Makeup. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Hair dresser at window. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride laughing with Hair dresser. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride near the window with curtains. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride showing the bouquet. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride with the veil. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride with his father living the house. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride entering in a Rolls Royce. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Father inside the Rolls Royce. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little girls walking in the ceremony. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom waiting for the bride. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride arriving with her father. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom greats father-in-law. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom, Father's Bride and Bride together. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Guests at the ceremony. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Guests waiting for the ceremony to start. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom laughing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom speaking to the Bride. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride speaking to the groom. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom putting the ring in Brides finger. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride putting the ring in Grooms finger.  Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom Kissing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom happy moment together. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
The guests enjoying the moment. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom laughing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little girl saying bye. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Guests enter the dining room. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom waiting outside. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom kissing near the Rolls Royce. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Happy smile from the Bride. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Girl and Boy with an apple. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom, group photo with the guests. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom together sea view.  Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom close-up. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom walking inside the Fort. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
The wedding cake. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom cutting the cake. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom near the wedding cake. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom making a toast. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom laughing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Guests dancing in the party. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Guest dancing. Moments of joy. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Little boy at the party. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Groom dancing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride dancing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Bride and Groom first dance. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Party moment with the Bride dancing. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography
Top of Wedding cake detail Mr. & Mrs. Photo by Rui Serra Ribeiro | Algarve Wedding Photographer | SR photography