Provence Wedding Celebration at Château de Berne

This September celebration at Château de Berne unfolded over two days in the Provençal countryside. We began with time together before the rehearsal dinner, photographing the couple and their guests in a much more relaxed setting before the pace changed for the wedding day.

The following morning started with the details and getting ready before the couple's first look. From there, we had time for portraits throughout the estate, moving between its stone architecture, gardens, vineyards, and open landscape before joining the guests for the ceremony.

Sofia Crokos Events planned the celebration, with floral design by Capucine Atelier Floral that worked naturally with the surroundings. As the ceremony moved into dinner, the long outdoor tables and landscape became part of the evening, followed by a party that felt completely different from the quieter moments earlier in the day.

As a destination wedding photographer, I appreciated having two days to capture this celebration. This extra time let me document more than just the formal wedding-day sequence. My focus is on capturing genuine moments of connection, joy, and celebration- the toasts, shared laughter, and emotional exchanges that make each wedding unique. The photographs reflect both the setting and the distinct energy of each part of the celebration.

A couple dressed in wedding attire walking outdoors, holding hands and smiling at each other
A bride and groom sitting outdoors on orange chairs, holding hands, with green ivy-covered wall behind them, on a stone-paved patio.
A bride and groom sit together outdoors, surrounded by green ivy-covered walls. The bride is standing next to the groom, with her hand on his knee, smiling at the camera. The groom is seated on a cushioned outdoor bench, looking relaxed, wearing a li
A bride and groom share a kiss beneath an archway covered with green ivy. The bride wears a lace wedding dress and holds a small book, while the groom wears a light-colored suit and brown shoes. They are surrounded by a garden with bushes, trees, and
A couple dressed in wedding attire walking hand in hand outside a stone house covered with green and red ivy, surrounded by a garden with bushes and a stone pathway.
Group of women raising glasses of wine in a toast at an outdoor celebration, with string lights and a stone building in the background.
A woman wearing a wedding dress with an open back, styled with a lace ribbon tie, at an outdoor wedding reception.
A man and a woman performing music outdoors in front of a stone building with greenery and ivy. The man plays the guitar, and the woman sings into a microphone.
Person wearing black gloves serving cooked pulled pork with a spoon from a black skillet.
Person holding a small book with dog illustrations and handwriting, at a social gathering. Another person offers a drink with a goldfish in the glass.
People mingling and socializing at an outdoor event in a historic stone courtyard with string lights, greenery, and old-style buildings in the background.
People at an outdoor social gathering, holding glasses of white wine and chatting, with greenery in the background
People gathered at an outdoor event or celebration with string lights, in front of a rustic stone building with ivy and trees.
A white fluffy dog with black ears sitting on stone pavement in front of a garden with green plants. In the background, three people, including a woman in a blue dress holding a microphone and reading from paper, and a man in a beige suit holding a d
People gathered outdoors at a wedding reception, dressed in formal attire, some holding glasses of wine or champagne, standing on cobblestone ground near a stone building with outdoor string lights.
Guests socializing at an outdoor wedding reception in a courtyard surrounded by stone buildings, lush greenery, and string lights.
Wedding invitation with floral accents, jewelry, perfume bottles, a blue '18 GORDES' sign, wedding rings, and other decorative items, all arranged on a light surface.
Blurry close-up of a dog with a background showing a room with a vintage chair, a curtain, and a wooden floor.
An open Bible with a white flower on it, resting on a wooden tray with two antique books, a string of pearls, and a bunch of grapes outside the tray. Two perfume bottles and a glass with a copper soap are also on the surface.
A white wedding dress hangs on a hanger in front of a window with sheer curtains, next to a vintage chair and a bookshelf, in a room with hexagonal tiled floor and a classical bust sculpture.
A small fluffy dog with white fur and black patches sitting on a tiled floor next to a white curtain, with a white furniture piece partially visible in the background, and a large white lampshade hanging overhead.
White high heel shoes with ankle straps surrounded by white flowers and sheer fabric, likely part of a wedding or special occasion arrangement.
A woman in a wedding dress sitting on a vintage chair holds a glass of wine, looking down at a dog sitting in front of her, inside a well-lit room with a wedding dress hanging on the wall, a statue bust on the floor, and patterned curtains.
A diamond ring placed on an open book with blurred decorative butterflies in the background.
A bride in a wedding dress is getting ready while a woman, possibly her mother, adjusts her dress in a room with a bookshelf and bust sculpture in the background.
A bride getting her necklace adjusted by a woman, likely her mother, during her wedding preparations in a warmly lit room.
A woman in a wedding dress being assisted with getting dressed, standing next to a window.
A woman in a white wedding dress puts on earrings, standing near a window with curtains.
A woman in a wedding dress sitting on a bed, with a dog sitting on the floor nearby. The room has bookshelves with books and liquor bottles, and curtains on the windows.
A woman in a wedding dress smiling at two women in elegant dresses, standing in a room with floral curtains and sunlight streaming in.
A bride in a white wedding gown with a long veil, standing indoors by a window with sheer curtains.
A woman in a white dress sitting on a tufted cream-colored armchair near a window with patterned curtains.
A chessboard with a pair of black leather dress shoes, sunglasses, a bottle of cologne, a bow tie, a key, and a set of keys.
Two men getting dressed, one adjusting his white shirt and the other helping with his shirt cuff.
A man in a white dress shirt with black suspenders is adjusting his suspenders while looking downward.
Two men in white shirts with black suspenders are adjusting their black bow ties in a room with light-colored walls. One man is in focus while the other is slightly blurred.
A young man in formal attire, including a white dress shirt, black suspenders, and a black bow tie, is sitting in a vintage-style chair with a serious expression.
Two men in tuxedos smiling and adjusting each other's shoulders in a room with white walls.
Two men in tuxedos with bow ties making fist bumps in a room with white paneled walls.
A young man in a tuxedo with a bow tie stands on a gravel pathway holding a leash attached to a fluffy white dog with black patches, in front of a building with a large arched window and green ivy-covered walls.
A bride and groom in formal wedding attire standing outside a building covered in green and red ivy, with the bride smiling at the groom.
A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing a kiss outside in front of a green ivy-covered wall and glass double doors.
A couple holding hands walking on a garden path with a dog, surrounded by trees and greenery, under bright sunlight.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors, viewed through an archway, surrounded by trees and sunlight.
A bride and groom walking outside on a wedding day, holding hands, with a small dog on a leash, near a stone building covered in green vines.
A bride and groom kissing under an archway, with the groom bending down, and a dog standing nearby on the porch, surrounded by lush green trees.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking outdoors in front of a stone building with archways, covered in vines, and a tower with a tiled roof.
A bride in a white wedding dress standing and looking at a groom in a black tuxedo sitting on a chair by a pond in a lush garden.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss under an archway in an outdoor setting with trees and sunlight.
A couple dressed in wedding attire walking hand in hand on a grassy path in a garden surrounded by trees and sunlight.
A bride and groom in wedding attire outdoors on a sunny day, with the bride seated on a white bench and the groom standing beside her, in front of a large floral arrangement with greenery.
A wedding party with five people standing outdoors on a stone-paved pathway under leafy trees, dressed in formal attire, smiling and talking. The bride in a white wedding gown is in the center, with two men in tuxedos and two women in light-colored d
A window surrounded by green ivy growing on a stone wall.
A bride in a white wedding gown sitting on a bench outdoors with flowers and greenery in the foreground, stone building and trees in the background during sunset.
Group of people dressed in formal attire standing outdoors on a sunny day with trees and greenery in the background, including a bride and groom, family, and friends.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing an intimate moment outdoors near a pond, with a small dog walking nearby, surrounded by lush green trees and clear blue sky.
Entrance to a wedding venue with a large leafy tree, a wrought iron gate, a stone wall, and two metal chairs with white cushions in the foreground. There is a sign with elegant writing that says Elizabeth and Nicholas, wedding details.
Aerial view of a Mediterranean-style estate with a green ivy-covered building, outdoor seating area, lush garden, and surrounding trees in a hilly landscape.
An aerial view of an outdoor wedding setup with a white platform surrounded by floral arrangements, white chairs in rows, and a grassy area with trees and a fence.
Group of people dressed in formal attire enjoying outdoor event in a scenic garden setting with trees and sunlight.
A bride and groom walking along a gravel driveway lined with tall, narrow cypress trees on a sunny day. In the background, a group of people is gathered near a large stone building surrounded by lush green trees.
A white fluffy dog wearing a floral collar with white flowers, standing on a pathway during a wedding or outdoor celebration, with people dressed in formal and summer dresses in the background.
Two women playing violins outdoors in a green, sunny setting, wearing elegant neutral-colored dresses.
A black and white photo of a wedding scene outside a stone building with a tower, featuring a man in a tuxedo and bow tie, wearing sunglasses, standing in the foreground. Other guests in formal attire are gathered behind him near a decorative wrought
A bride in a white wedding gown walking arm-in-arm with her father through a sunlit garden with tall cypress trees.
A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet stands outdoors as she is embraced by an older man, likely her father, during a wedding ceremony with a group of people, some in formal attire, in a lush green setting with tall trees and bright sunli
A bride and groom walking hand in hand out of a wedding venue surrounded by guests, with greenery and trees in the background, on a sunny day.
Black and white photo of a wedding procession outdoors, with the bride and groom leading a line of guests on a dirt path, surrounded by trees and bushes.
A bride and groom walking down a cobblestone path with guests following behind, outdoors on a sunny day surrounded by green trees and plants.
Aerial view of the Château de Berne with a wedding reception in the garden, guests mingling, dining, and walking among lush greenery and manicured hedges.
A wedding ceremony taking place outdoors in front of a green, ivy-covered building. The couple is standing on a white platform with a celebrant, with guests seated around them and onlookers in the background.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom standing before an officiant, surrounded by guests seated in chairs, taken in late afternoon with sunlight filtering through trees.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with officiant, bride, and groom exchanging vows under trees, surrounded by seated guests on a lush green lawn during late afternoon sunlight.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors, with the bride in a wedding dress and veil, the groom in a tuxedo, and an officiant in a suit. Guests are seated and watching the ceremony with a scenic hillside in the background.
An aerial view of a group of people gathered outdoors in front of a large historic stone building with a tiled roof, surrounded by a manicured lawn and garden. The gathering appears to be a ceremony or event.
A groom in a tuxedo holding a bouquet of white flowers during a wedding ceremony outdoors, with guests sitting on chairs behind him and trees in the background.
Bride and groom kiss at outdoor wedding ceremony with guests smiling and clapping, surrounded by flowers and greenery, with a hill in the background.
Bride and groom holding hands up in celebration at outdoor wedding ceremony, surrounded by seated guests and floral decorations, with a scenic hill and clear sky in the background.
A bride in a wedding gown and veil walking with a groom in a tuxedo on a cobblestone path surrounded by greenery.
Group of people in formal attire walking outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by green trees and bushes.
Outdoor seating area with vintage-style cream-colored sofas and chairs, a wooden coffee table, and string lights hanging above, set in front of a stone building with arched windows and doors, in daylight.
People walking on a garden path with servers standing nearby holding trays.
People attending an outdoor celebration or wedding reception in a courtyard with a stone building, string lights, and trees, during sunset.
Two women performing music outdoors; one is playing a guitar and singing into a microphone, the other is playing a violin. They are surrounded by greenery in a garden setting with a stone building in the background.
Three men in formal tuxedos are standing outdoors, holding glasses of champagne, and talking to each other during a wedding reception with sunlight filtering through trees.
People at an outdoor social gathering dressed in formal attire, enjoying drinks and conversation in a garden setting during daylight.
Four people walking on a path surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a hill covered in trees in the background.
People in formal attire at an outdoor wedding reception, with a stone fountain, string lights, and floral arrangements under a sunlit sky.
Close-up of mini savory tarts topped with edible flowers on a black tray, with more appetizers blurred in the background.
Assorted mini savory tarts and canapés on a black serving platter.
Close-up of a seared tuna steak garnished with a green onion, with small dishes of sauces or condiments in the background on a dining table.
Three men in tuxedos walking down a gravel path lined with trees and greenery in a park or garden setting.
An aerial view of a courtyard wedding reception at a historic stone building, with guests mingling around tables, a fountain, and string lights, surrounded by lush trees and vineyards.
Seating chart for a wedding or event with names organized alphabetically, decorated with flowers, outside a building.
Long outdoor dining table decorated with white flowers and tableware, set for a formal event in a garden or backyard.
Elegant outdoor dining table set for a wedding or formal event, decorated with white floral centerpieces, glassware, plates, and silverware, with lush green vines growing on a stone wall behind.
Outdoor dining setup with a long white table, beige chairs, and floral centerpieces in a garden area with trees and an orange building in the background.
Overhead view of a long dining table set for a formal event with white floral centerpieces, candles, and neatly arranged tableware on a gray tablecloth, on a stone patio.
A long dining table set outdoors with white tablecloth, floral centerpieces, and elegant tableware, surrounded by woodland and greenery.
A wedding menu with a lace-edged plate, a folded napkin, a silver fork and knife, and a blue ribbon, featuring French and English text.
Elegant table setting with a floral centerpiece, candles, wine glasses, and a menu card on a grey tablecloth.
Close-up of white flowers, including a large white flower with yellow stamens and delicate greenery, on a blurred background.
Long outdoor banquet table decorated with white flowers and candles, set for a formal event, with chairs on both sides, in a garden setting with string lights and a building in the background.
Empty etched wine glass on a table with other glasses in the background, a fork, and a blue napkin.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss at their outdoor wedding reception with a rustic stone building and lush greenery in the background.
People at a formal outdoor event, including women in dresses and men in tuxedos, with a long table decorated with flowers and candles, under a stone building with string lights.
Guests seated at a long, elegant outdoor wedding reception table decorated with white floral centerpieces and candles, with a stone building and trees in the background during evening.
An outdoor wedding reception with long table, guests dressed in formal attire, string lights, and historic stone buildings in the background.
People seated at a long outdoor dinner table during a wedding reception, decorated with white flowers, candles, and string lights at dusk.
An outdoor evening dinner party with elegantly dressed guests sitting at a table decorated with white flowers and candles. A man in a black tuxedo is standing and speaking into a microphone, while the other guests are listening.
A plated gourmet dish with a piece of fish topped with crispy skin, accompanied by crunchy bread crisps, microgreens, and a light sauce with chopped vegetables on a white plate.
Nighttime outdoor wedding reception with a long table of guests, string lights hung above, and a historic stone building in the background.
A nighttime outdoor dinner party with a long table, guests dressed formally, candles, and floral centerpieces.
A plated dish with a piece of pink meat, brown sauce, and a garnish of yellow fruit and cream on a decorative white plate at a formal dining table.
A bride and groom at a wedding reception, with the bride speaking into a microphone and the groom listening, standing in front of a large window with curtains.
Bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception at night, with the bride in a strapless white wedding gown and the groom in a black tuxedo.
A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception, with the groom lifting the bride in his arms as they smile at each other, surrounded by guests watching in the background.
A bride and an older man in a tuxedo dancing at the wedding reception, with guests watching in the background at night.
Group of elegantly dressed people at a nighttime outdoor event, some holding drinks and phones.
A couple is dancing at an outdoor wedding reception at night with guests watching in the background. There are string lights and a dog nearby.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a large fluffy dog at a celebration or party, with other people dressed formally in the background, outdoors at night.
A woman celebrating at a party, holding a beer bottle and raising her right hand with her index finger pointing up, surrounded by other party guests.
A woman in a white dress is holding a cocktail glass with a lemon slice. She is looking at another woman also holding a cocktail glass with lemon slices, at a social event or party, with a mirror reflecting other people in the background.
A female DJ wearing a sparkly outfit and headphones, with long hair, raising one arm, performing at a nighttime outdoor event with people dancing in the background.
Close-up of a DJ's hands operating a professional DJ mixer and turntable, with a dark background.
People dancing and celebrating at an outdoor night event, with some holding drinks and raising their hands.
A group of people having fun at a party, with a young man in a white shirt and black suspenders dancing in the center, surrounded by others holding drinks and celebrating.
A woman in a strapless white dress dancing at a party or celebration, holding a martini glass, surrounded by other guests in formal attire.
Two men in tuxedos dancing and celebrating at a formal event, with one holding a drink and the other raising his hand in celebration.
Group of people at a lively party, some dancing and holding drinks, with a table of drinks and bar items in the foreground.

Photography: @andreassellinidis,
 Planning: @sofiacrokosevents, Cinematography: @panagiotis_kastanidis, Floral Design: @capucineatelierfloral, Venue: @chateaudeberne

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