Anastasiia & Fillippo: L’amore è Arte – An Intimate Elopement in Florence

As a destination wedding photographer, I am grateful for every opportunity to capture love stories and human connections around the world. Photographing Anastasiia and Filippo's intimate elopement in Florence, Italy, was a beautiful reminder of why I do what I do.

Florence is a city where every street feels like a poem. Its history, light, and architecture create an atmosphere unlike anywhere else. As a wedding photographer in Italy, I am constantly inspired by the golden glow of Tuscan sunsets, the timeless beauty of Renaissance buildings, and the palpable romance that lingers in the air.

Italy has become a second home to me. I have returned time and time to document love in its most heartfelt form, ranging from spontaneous elopements to grand celebrations. For this particular elopement in Florence, I blended candid storytelling with a refined editorial style to reflect both the intimacy of the moment and the elegance of the setting.

This didn't just feel like a photoshoot; it was a profoundly emotional experience.

In Florence, love and art don’t just coexist; they dance together. The city didn’t merely frame their story; it became an integral part of it.

Photographer — Jeff Gagnon
Wedding gown — Atelier Carrabs
Couple — Anastassiia & Fillippo 
Organization — Anastassiia & Fillippo 
Hair & Makeup — Kristina Minochenko 
Location — Florence, Italy