Stephen Walker is a destination wedding photographer who regularly photographs weddings at Lake Como, Italy. Known for relaxed, documentary and candid wedding photography, Stephen works with couples planning luxury villa weddings and celebrations at Lake Como and throughout northern Italy.
Before I go on to talk about how unbelievably beautiful Lake Como is or why you’ve decided to have a northern Italy wedding. I just wanted to say congrats on your engagement. I’m guessing you’re here because you are engaged and you’re on the lookout for a Lake Como Wedding Photographer. Italy is personally one of my favorite counties in the world, so mixing my passion for traveling, Italy, and photography when I shoot here I’m in my element.
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Obviously here on this page about my Lake Como work you’ll see photos I’ve taken at weddings on the lake. If you would like to see more of my work from other weddings around the world then check out my wedding gallery. If you want to know a little more about how I approach a wedding you can find them out on my wedding information page.
This particular wedding that being showcased here was in the small town of Laglio. If you’d like to know where this town stands on the scale of towns on Lake Como, it’s the same town that George Clooney lives in. If you are going to have a villa wedding on an Italian lake like Como then your pretty much guaranteed amazing views and atmosphere.
For an expert, Lake Como Wedding Planner take a look at Gemma of Lake Como Wedding Planner
Romance is super high during weddings on the lake and brides and grooms who marry here create plenty of moments and emotion. I love incorporating all of these moments and emotions into my work. I’m always trying to make sure my wedding photos will allow the couples to feel the moments in their photographs. I feel it’s my job here too as a Lake Como Wedding Photographer.
This wedding began with Jo and her close female family friends getting ready during the bridal prep in the town of Como. The beautiful loft location had an outside courtyard area that was the perfect setting for a quick bridal portrait before we left for the wedding ceremony. I did manage to get to the groom who was also getting ready in Como whilst he was getting ready with the guys. Once we got to the venue in the small town of Laglio just north of Cernobbio. This small intimate lake Como wedding consisted of just 11 people including the bride and groom. We took a short boat ride on the lake before a huge storm came in but the high spirits of these wedding guests, only got them more excited. Destination wedding photographers all over the world would love to shoot weddings here on Lake Como. That’s why I never take what I do for granted.
Lake Como is home to some of the most iconic and sought after wedding venues in Italy. Each villa and hotel offers a different atmosphere, from grand historic architecture to intimate lakeside settings.
Villa Erba is one of the most prestigious wedding venues on Lake Como. With its expansive gardens, elegant interiors and lakeside setting, it is ideal for larger celebrations and multi day wedding weekends. The light, space and scale of Villa Erba lend themselves beautifully to relaxed documentary wedding photography. For a real example of how a full wedding day can look here, have a look at Lara and Qiao’s Villa Erba wedding on Lake Como.
Perhaps one of the most recognisable villas on Lake Como, Villa del Balbianello is known for its dramatic terraces and panoramic views over the lake. It is a stunning choice for ceremonies with a cinematic backdrop and offers incredible natural light throughout the day.
Villa Balbiano is synonymous with luxury and elegance. Its ornate interiors and perfectly manicured gardens create a refined setting for stylish destination weddings. The architecture and symmetry of the villa provide a timeless backdrop for both candid and editorial moments.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo offers a classic Italian lakeside atmosphere with sweeping views and historic charm. It is perfect for couples who want a blend of five star hospitality and the relaxed beauty of Lake Como.
The cost of a Lake Como wedding photographer varies depending on experience, coverage and travel requirements. For destination weddings at Lake Como, couples typically invest in a photographer who is experienced with villa weddings, multi day celebrations and working alongside international planners and suppliers. If you’re planning a wedding at Lake Como, it’s important to choose someone who understands the logistics of working in Italy and the unique light, atmosphere and pace of the location.
Yes. I am based in Liverpool in the United Kingdom and regularly travel to Lake Como for destination weddings. Travelling for weddings is a normal part of my work, and I build my coverage around the schedule of the wedding weekend. I am experienced with destination logistics, villa timelines and working with planners and venues across Italy.
The most popular months for Lake Como weddings are May, June, July and September. These months offer beautiful light, warm temperatures and the classic Lake Como atmosphere couples imagine. Spring and early autumn are often ideal because the weather is comfortable and the lake is slightly quieter than peak summer.
Lake Como is home to some of the most iconic wedding venues in Italy, including villas such as Villa Erba, Villa del Balbianello, Villa Balbiano and Grand Hotel Tremezzo. Each venue offers a different feel, from grand historic architecture to intimate lakeside settings. The best choice depends on the style and atmosphere you want for your day.
Lake Como weddings suit a relaxed, documentary approach. The setting naturally provides incredible scenery, architecture and atmosphere, so the focus should be on real moments and emotion rather than heavy posing. My approach is candid and unobtrusive, allowing couples to enjoy their day while still creating timeless, elegant images that reflect the setting.