One of the iconic places in Iceland near village Vik. Just imagine this pure black sand and rocks near black basalt cave and a little sad and romantic legend about a husband who lost his wife. He found her dead, but her free spirit was here, at Reynisfyara. That’s why this place is a favorite for elopement of two lovers.
Thingvellir
This is a valley in the southwestern part of Iceland, near the Reykjanes peninsula, as well as the Þingvellir National Park. Thingvellir, is a special place because of breathtaking fact that the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet here.
Skogafoss
The waterfall on the Skógá River located in the cliffs of the former coastline near the village of Skógar. According to the legend the first Viking who settled here, Þrasi Þórólfsson, hid his treasures in a cave behind a waterfall. After many years one boy found it, but a chest disappeared!
Godafoss
Situated on the North this waterfall is one of the unique with great historical value. 12 meters high and 30 meters wide looks like artificial and magical because of it’s symmetrical form.
Kirkjufell
The most photographed mountain in Iceland – “Church Mountain” – located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. People called it like this ‘cause of similarity to the church spire. Incredible mountain has repeatedly starred in the movies, in “Game of Thrones” for example.
Jokulsarlon
It’s Iceland's largest glacial lake or lagoon in southeastern Iceland. It is a favorite newlyweds visiting point because of beauty and immensity of this place. If you want to see the icebergs stuck around the lagoon you must visit this lake!
Advantages of wedding photography in Iceland
Easy to came
Once isolated, Iceland become more and more popular among tourists and couples in love. Easy to come from Europe, US, Canada, China and many other countries Iceland attracts more than two millions people a year.
Beautiful locations
No need to say, that all this landscapes, basalt rocks and lava fields look like another planet. Iceland is the land of mighty waterfalls, active volcanos and eternal glaciers. You can find many picturesque location for shooting almost on every step. And of course, don't forget about Nothern Lights.
Ceremonies
Countless churches situated in fantastic landscape, some of them isolated from tourists. It helps you to feel yourself more private during the ceremony and photo session. Also Iceland accept every one, no mater their race, religion and sexuality.
Michael Nesterov
destination wedding photographer
HI, I am Michael and I am a professional wedding photographer and during 17 years I have visited almost every country of Europe shooting weddings. I totally fell in love with Iceland which in its wild beauty seems to be created to show feelings of lovers.
If you're planning a wedding in Iceland, you're in for a treat! This stunning country boasts some of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, making it the perfect backdrop for your special day. And if you want to capture those memories forever, you need a skilled photographer who can help you do just that.
In my work I prefer to tell the story how it is, about YOUR love. My stories are about true feelings and I am happy to share your special moments with you.
What people saying about me
We would like to say “thank you” to Mikhail for amazing photos he created for us.
