A Clare Island Intimate Wedding
on the West Coast of Ireland
BARBARA & CONOR
Barbara and Conor travelled from Switzerland to celebrate their wedding at Bay View House on Clare Island, County Mayo, bringing their families together from Germany and Ireland. On a sunny day in April 2025, they chose an intimate celebration surrounded by their closest loved ones, with the island and the sea providing a beautiful backdrop.
Their ceremony was full of personal touches, from a Celtic Circle ritual to speeches shared in different languages. With children taking part and Conor's father playing the accordion, the day reflected the people, traditions and connections that mattered most to them.
Venue: Bay View House Clare Island
Celebrant: Tricia Hudson - Wild Atlantic Ceremonies
Flowers: Sarah Noonan - Willow and Wild farm
Ceremony at Bay View House Clare Island
They decided to hold their wedding ceremony at the venue itself, surrounded by their closest loved ones, creating a deeply intimate and personalised celebration. The ceremony was led by Tricia, who had been practising German so everyone could be fully involved in the moment.
One of the key highlights for B&C — as they shared during previous conversations — was a ritual called the Celtic Circle.
Celebrant: Tricia Hudson - Wild Atlantic Ceremonies
A ceremony shaped
by family and tradition
Loved ones played an active role throughout Barbara & Conor’s ceremony, making it deeply personal and meaningful. Speeches were shared in each family’s language, children took part in several rituals, and Connor’s father played the accordion — moments filled with emotion and connection. From a photography perspective, these were key elements of the ceremony: honest and unscripted interactions.
Words carried by the wind and the sea
Then, came the couple's speeches, one of the most powerful I’ve witnessed - even though I don’t understand German. The setting made it unforgettable: complete silence, not a word spoken beyond theirs, just the breeze, the sound of the sea, and two people sharing something deeply personal.
" She really left no stone unturned to ensure
it was just the way we wanted it "
BARBARA & CONNOR'S REVIEW
BARBARA & CONNOR'S REVIEW
" Elodie was truly fantastic every step of the way as our wedding photographer. Her preparation was great and made us feel really comfortable going into the wedding day. On the day she made it so easy for us and was discreet in her approach, while capturing everything we wanted and more.
She really left no stone unturned to ensure it was just the way we wanted it.
She has a genuine passion for photography which shines through in the amazing photographs we received. We definitely recommend her as a wedding photographer "
