Elizabeth & Lincoln's Positano Wedding

It seems only natural that Elizabeth and Lincoln decided to host their destination wedding in Positano, as the San Pietro Hotel had been an important vacation destination for Lincoln's family for many many years. Their familiarity and the significance of Positano and Italy for their families shone throughout their wedding weekend. It was beautiful to photograph this important occasion and be a part of their beautiful wedding celebration.

Day 1 - The day began with Elizabeth and Lincoln's intimate Catholic ceremony at the beautiful little chapel on the hotel San Pietro grounds. They were joined by close family members, then later that night all their guests gathered in the centre of Positano for a rehearsal dinner at the beautiful historic Palazzo Murat. A cocktail hour was held in the courtyard followed by speeches and dinner at the Al Palazzo restaurant.

Day 2 - Wedding day, preparations began and there was an electric quality to the air. After all the anticipation and planning the wedding day is always charged with a special energy.

It all leads up to this moment, the first time you get to see the person you are going to spend the rest of your life with on your wedding day. Elizabeth and Lincoln did a first look followed by their portrait and family photos, to allow more time to enjoy cocktail hour with their family and friends after their sea side garden ceremony.

Guests arrived by boat from the centre of Positano for a sea side garden ceremony and reception at the famous Carlino beach club restaurant.

A wedding tradition from Elizabeth's family, Nonna got up to sing an Italian song for her granddaughter's wedding day.

And one last surprise for the bride and groom, a spectacular firework display as they cut the cake.

San Pietro - Positano - Wedding Photographer
Contact: info@ravelloweddingphotographer.com

Venue: Hotel San Pietro
Florist: Flora Garden

Leah & Mike In Sorrento - A Golden Hour Engagement Session

 

Golden Hour Romance: Leah & Mike’s Engagement in Sorrento

Leah and Mike’s engagement session in Sorrento was so fun and relaxed — bathed in golden light, full of laughter, quiet glances, and the unmistakable romance of the Sorrento Coast.

We started at the serene Sorrento Cloisters, where history hangs in the air and ivy wraps around ancient stone archways. Leah wore a sunny yellow dress that created a beautiful pop of colour and evoked the lemon vibe of the South of Italy. 

From there, we wandered through the charming cobblestone streets of Sorrento. As we strolled past pastel facades and flowering balconies, the town seemed to slow to match their pace — each step intimate, joyful, and easy.

Our next stop was the vibrant Marina Grande, where the sea sparkled against a backdrop of brightly colored fishermen’s houses. Leah's yellow dress, now glowing against the vivid hues of the harbor. They shared a quiet Italian coffee by the water, before we wandered around the marina exploring the fishing boats and spectacular views.

As the sun began to dip, we made our way toward Hotel Tramontano for the final part of the shoot. Leah changed into a deep blue jumper suit, a stunning contrast to the earlier warmth of her yellow dress. The look was perfectly suited for the moody, fading light.

With the hotel’s terraced gardens and breathtaking sea views as a backdrop, Leah and Mike held each other close, the golden hour giving way to blue hour — soft, dreamy, and full of promise.

One thing I hear from nearly every couple I photograph here is how Sorrento is even more beautiful than they imagined. And it’s true, between the long, golden sunsets, the historic architecture, the vibrant houses hugging the coastline, and the breathtaking view of Mount Vesuvius across the bay, there’s something truly special in the air. It’s a place that holds you in the moment, and photographing Leah and Mike here was pure joy from start to finish.