WHO’S BEHIND THE CAMERA?
Hi, we’re Elsa & Rui—a husband-and-wife team devoted to the art of wedding photography, guided by sincerity, refinement, and genuine understanding.
Our journey began in 2010, born from a shared appreciation for the quiet beauty and emotion found in every celebration. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of documenting weddings all across Portugal, each one unique, each one approached with thoughtful presence and care.
With the launch of Elsa & Rui – Wedding Photography Studio, we embrace a new chapter: focusing on fewer weddings each year, so we can dedicate more time, attention, and creativity to every couple we work with. This evolution reflects our commitment to exclusivity, craftsmanship, and a truly tailored experience.
For us, photography is about more than images—it’s about honoring the authenticity of your story, the subtle elegance of your day, and the emotions that linger long after. Every smile, every quiet glance, every fleeting moment is captured with intention and heart.
We look forward to welcoming you and creating something quietly extraordinary, together.
ELSA
Creative and intuitive, Elsa is the soul of our artistry and the heart of our team. For her, life is most meaningful when surrounded by love and beauty—she sees inspiration everywhere, from the radiance of a bride to the quiet poetry of a landscape.
Elsa’s warmth and kindness are felt by all who meet her, and her lens is irresistibly drawn to moments where beauty and emotion intertwine. She believes weddings are just the beginning, finding joy in documenting families and preserving the stories that become our legacies.
To her, every photograph is an intimate celebration of what matters most—love, connection, and the quiet elegance that endures.
You can explore more of her incredible work with families and brands here.
“Love has nothing to do with what you are expecting to get–only with what you are expecting to give–which is everything.”
RUI
Visionary and forward-thinking, Rui is the creative force and steady presence of our duo. With a quiet appreciation for enduring elegance and sincere storytelling, he brings technical mastery and a refined eye to every image.
Rui is drawn to the subtleties of human connection—the gentle glances, the meaningful embraces, the fleeting moments that reveal true emotion. His approach is marked by patience, intention, and a dedication to what is authentic and discreet. Beyond the lens, Rui’s thoughtful nature and strategic mindset shape everything we do.
He values meaningful conversations and genuine collaboration, qualities that inspired him to create The WAC Podcast,—a platform dedicated to nurturing community and connection among wedding professionals in Portugal.