Essaouira Wedding Photographer

Miguel Villalva Photography

Portuguese Destination Wedding Photographer based in Europe with a passion for storytelling. I am based in Europe during the summer and available to travel around the world during the winter, covering everything from the small intimate ceremony to the big party always focusing on keeping a timeless, classy, and natural look.

Essaouira Wedding Photographer

Destination wedding photographer for love stories around the world

Thank you for visiting my website! I’m so happy you’re here!

If you’re here is because you’re getting married in Essaouira and you’re looking for a wedding photographer with a storytelling approach and a very natural and timeless look. Hi, I’m Miguel and I’m a Portuguese destination wedding photographer, passionate about capturing love stories around the world.

Traveling is at the heart of my work, and I’m especially passionate about the beauty and culture of Morocco. I would love to have the opportunity to be part of your wedding there and bring my creative vision to your amazing day. I would love to have the chance to show you what I can do!

While I’m based in Europe, I’m always excited to travel to new places, meet creative couples, and tell their stories in the most meaningful way. If I could take just a minute of your time, I’d love if you could check my latest love stories and maybe feel a connection with my type of photography.

This is all I want, to create connections with my couples and have a great time with them!

If my style resonates with you, then there’s just one thing to do: get in touch and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible (usually within 24 hours) to discuss how we can create something unforgettable for your special day.

Thank you very much and talk to you soon!

about Essaouira

Essaouira (/ˌɛsəˈwɪərə/ ESS-ə-WEER-ə; Arabic: الصويرة, romanizedaṣ-Ṣawīra), known until the 1960s as Mogador (Arabic: موغادور, romanized: Mūghādūr, or موݣادور, Mūgādūr), is a port city in the western Moroccan region of Marrakesh-Safi, on the Atlantic coast. It has 77,966 inhabitants as of 2014.

The foundation of the city of Essaouira was the work of the Moroccan 'Alawid sultan Mohammed bin Abdallah, who made an original experiment by entrusting it to several architects in 1760, in particular Théodore Cornut and Ahmed al-Inglizi, who designed the city using French captives from the failed French expedition to Larache in 1765, and with the mission of building a city adapted to the needs of foreign merchants. Once built, it continued to grow and experienced a golden age and exceptional development, becoming the country's most important commercial port but also its diplomatic capital between the end of the 18th century and the first half of the 19th century.

Medina of Essaouira was designated by the UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Are you looking for a wedding photographer in Morocco?

My passion about creating and documenting love stories can be seen through my photographic style.

Timeless // Candid // Storytelling // Style // Emotional

These are a few words that define my photography. I want to create a true connection with my couples; this is the best way for me to feel like I’m part of your big day and capture your wedding day the best way I can.

All my couples are different. but they are also the same. Good people that want to celebrate their love and have someone passionate and emotional to capture their day. they are shy in front of the camera but value having good photos to remember the day forever. They are caring, loving and look at life with smile on their face.

Do you want to have an amazing wedding in Morocco that reflects who you are, your journey as a couple and your adventurous and creative spirit?

You are looking for elopement photography. This is for couples who choose to break away from tradition and celebrate their love in a way that truly reflects who they are, with each other. My focus as your photographer is to document your day in the most natural way possible, assuring that I show everything that is unique to you.

An elopement is about capturing the real connection between a couple that is ready to create their own rules. Is an intimate expression of your love, a real and personal message to the world.

Photography Service for all kind of Intimate Weddings and Elopements

Barn Wedding - Church Wedding - Religious Wedding - Hacienda Wedding - Finca Wedding - Lake Wedding - Rooftop Wedding - Rainy Wedding - Sunset Wedding - Winter Wedding - Backyard Wedding - Beach Wedding - Forest Wedding - Island Wedding -Outdoor Wedding - Ranch Wedding - Mexican Wedding - Vineyard Wedding - Circus Wedding - Indian Wedding - Chinese Wedding - Asian Wedding - Japanese Wedding - Punjabi Wedding - Korean Wedding - Same-Sex Wedding - Vietnamese Wedding - Greek Wedding - Lebanese Wedding - Scottish Wedding - British Wedding - Urban Wedding - Country Side Wedding - Jewish Wedding - Orthodox Wedding - New Orleans Wedding - Russian Wedding - Moroccan Wedding - Interfaith Wedding - Civil Wedding - African Wedding.

Where to Plan Your Wedding or Elopement in Morocco?

Plan a wedding that nobody will ever forget!

If you’ve always dreamed of an unforgettable destination wedding or elopement, Morocco should be at the top of your list! Think of stunning coastline, charming medina, and picturesque countryside, Morocco offers the perfect mix of adventure and romance. Whether you’re drawn to the energy of Morocco’s vibrant cities, the serenity of its forests, or the endless beauty of the coastline, you’ll find no shortage of incredible places to say “I do.”

Morocco boasts some of the best wedding venues in Africa, blending history, culture, and natural beauty to create a magical setting for your special day. Wherever you choose, your big day in Morocco is sure to be something that neither you nor your guest will ever forget!

I would be honoured and super happy to be part of your wedding and be able to pour all my heart and my vision into my cover of your big day! I’ll travel to Morocco to be with you on your wedding and make sure you have memories that will last forever!

Just send me a message or an e-mail, and I can’t wait to hear more about your wedding day in this beautiful location!

When you hire me, you get not only professional and beautiful photos but also a little peek into the way I see the world. I hope you like my photography and that you feel connected to it. It would be my absolute pleasure to spend this amazing moment in your lives with you!

Miguel Villalva

There is just one more step for you to have timeless, beautiful wedding photos