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Dublin Wedding Photographer - Kathy Silke Photography

Wedding Photographer Ireland | Castles & Country Houses

Wedding Photographer Ireland | Award-Winning, Published & Celebrated

Light, Heritage-Inspired Imagery For Couples With A Contemporary Eye And An Old Soul

As a wedding photographer in Ireland, I’ve been lucky to see my work featured in IMAGE, VIP Magazine, and honoured with an IPPVA Award, but what stays with me most, are the people.The couples who choose timeless castles, manors and old estates because they want their day to feel part of that history. And my job is to make sure their photographs carry that same permanence.

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“The photo gallery is gorgeous and you have captured every special moment and detail from the day in the most perfect way. The photos are soft and romantic which is what we loved about your style when we booked you! We couldn’t be more pleased.”

Chloe B.

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Refined Beauty, Human At Heart

A Wedding Photographer in Ireland With 12 Years’ Experience

Shaped by 12 years behind the lens, shooting weddings across Ireland, the UK, and the US, and featured in the industry’s leading wedding blogs.

My photographs are luminous and airy, shaped by natural light that captures what memory cannot hold. Romantic, yes. But always rooted in truth. Think of a film that sweeps you away with its beauty and stays with you because you feel the emotion in every frame. That’s what I want for you: photographs wrapped in a romantic haze, yet grounded in an atmosphere you can almost step into.

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“Kathy made us so comfortable on the day and it really is a credit to how her photos look so natural and beautiful. She was an absolute angel on the day and looked after us so well.”

Aine Melody

It’s Nicer When Nothing Feels Rehearsed

Wedding Photography in Ireland That Lets the Day Breathe

I love it when a room feels more joyful just because two people walked in. When the laughter is easy, the affection unguarded, and the day feels like theirs alone, not a production, not a performance.

And that’s the energy I like to carry into your  wedding as your photographer. Easy company, who makes the atmosphere feel a touch lighter. The kind of calming, presence that notices when you need a breather, keeps things easy when nerves run high, and pays attention to the small, unscripted gestures that end up meaning everything.

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Collections Designed To Become Heirlooms

Castle & Country House Wedding Photographer Ireland

To me, my photographs feel like stills from a story already half-written, light falling across stone, movement frozen on a staircase. Frames that live as easily in an heirloom album as in the portrait gallery of a country house. Like those places, my collections are built to last: complete, considered, and designed to be held in your hands for years to come.

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“We could not have asked for a better photographer and are truly so grateful. Our guests even commented on her beautiful manner and ability to blend into each room she entered. Thank you so much Kathy for being a part of our day & catching those beautiful shots the way you did.”

Jenny McDermott

Romantic In Tone And Rooted In Ireland’s Heritage

Ethereal Wedding Photography in Ireland’s Most Historic Venues

If your wedding is set among the historic beauty of castles, manors, or country estates, and you’re the kind of couple who prefers long walks, good books, and wine shared with friends over anything too serious, I’d love to hear from you. I take on only a limited number of weddings in Ireland each year, and dates reserve quickly, so it’s always best to enquire early.

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Kathy Silke is an Ireland wedding photographer, serving couples in Dublin, Wicklow, Kildare, Wexford, Kilkenny & beyond.

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Still smiling thinking about Ellen and Joe’s gorge Still smiling thinking about Ellen and Joe’s gorgeous day at Mount Juliet ✨ 
There was so much to love, the soft blush pinks and baby blue florals, the simple, elegant tablescapes, and of course the beautiful Manor House making the dreamiest backdrop for their ceremony.
But what I’ll remember most is just how much fun these two were.
Ellen and Joe spent the day laughing, smiling, tearing up and laughing some more, completely relaxed and never letting any stress creep in. They just soaked it all up and enjoyed every minute, and that energy was infectious.
Beautiful details are always lovely, but the people and the feeling are what make a day really memorable. And this one had both in spades 🤍✨

The Team

Venue | @mountjulietestate 
Photographer | @silkephotos 
Videographer | @eyecaptureweddings 
Florals | @soahflowers 
Make up | @ad____makeup 
Hair | @kathleenr.hair 
Celebrant | @mimmsyf_solemniser_celebrant 
Cake | @coolbauncakes 
Band | @electriccircusweddings 

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So I am probably going to tell you that you look g So I am probably going to tell you that you look gorgeous approximately 47 times on your wedding day. Not because I’m trying to flatter you into smiling for the camera but because I genuinely want you to feel good! 

I know what it feels like to be the awkward person who has absolutely no idea what to do when a camera is pointed at them. So I completely understand when couples tell me “We’re really awkward in photographs.” Honestly? Perfect!
You don’t need to know what you’re doing. You don’t need to be naturals in front of the camera or know how to pose. You just need to trust me a little.
I’ll take care of the rest, and probably hype you up while I’m doing it! 

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Not me genuinely stepping into the bridal suite in Not me genuinely stepping into the bridal suite in the Great Southern in the morning and thinking Niamh had the most beautiful silk wedding dress already on! But no, this was just her bridal silk slip dress for the morning, but it was so beautiful I swear she could have walked out the door to the church in that alone! Team it with the show stopping veil and wow! 

After conducting a mini bridal portrait shoot (when you look this amazing on your bridal jammies attention needs to be paid!) we got her ready for the main dress which was nothing short of incredible! 

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1. You just want “a few quick snaps.” If you hate 1. You just want “a few quick snaps.”
If you hate having your photo taken and just want to get it over with as quickly as possible… I’m probably not your girl 😂. I like to take my time. I want to slow things down, give you space to settle in, create intentional portraits and capture the moments properly rather than rushing through and ticking a box.

2. You want every photo to be perfectly posed.
I do actually love taking time for portraits. There’s something really special about slowing things down, giving you a bit of direction and creating those beautiful, intentional shots. But I don’t want your whole gallery to feel like a series of poses. The in-between moments, the laughs, the movement and the photos where you’ve forgotten I’m even there? They’re just as important.

3. You want someone who will just turn up, take the photos and leave.
Because I want to actually get to know you! I want you to feel comfortable with me, have a laugh, know what to expect and feel like you’re in safe hands from start to finish.

Basically… if you want photos that feel intentional, relaxed and completely you, let’s chat! 🤍

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Consider this your sign to always make time for go Consider this your sign to always make time for golden hour photos! There’s a little less pressure, a little less rushing and the photos you get will look amazing! Plus who doesn’t want to run around with their new husband or wife just living their best life? 
Fifteen minutes and these gorgeous photos could also be yours ✨ Let me know if your game! 

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Still completely obsessed with this Castle Leslie Still completely obsessed with this Castle Leslie wedding and how it actually looks like it’s from a fairytale! From Hannagh’s unique and beautiful dress (the skirt!!) to them both looking like they’ve fallen out of a Disney movie and into a castle in Ireland, it’s absolutely the romantic, ethereal vision I always dream of 🤩 

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Consider this your sign to add all the colour to y Consider this your sign to add all the colour to your wedding! 🌸🌺🌼 

My bride Claire said let’s go big or go home and that’s exactly what she did! The result? Stunning, memorable, beautiful! More of this, please! 🤩🙌

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I’ve seen a lot of cake tables but this one actual I’ve seen a lot of cake tables but this one actually took my breath away! Absolutely stunning florals and that four tier cake is to die for! Im in love with the adorable frills all over it and the two love birds on top 😍

Consider this your sign to go big, make a statement, have your cake and eat it! 🤩

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Still not over Claire’s insanely beautiful and uni Still not over Claire’s insanely beautiful and unique veil! Literally looking like she’s being showered with flowers this was one of the most beautiful and romantic veils and so perfect for photos! 🌸🌺🌼

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Never believe that I don’t care about the emotiona Never believe that I don’t care about the emotional moments. First looks, speeches, vows, these are some of the most emotionally charged moments of the day and are so important to capture! I have laughed and shed a tear and felt my mouth tremble when I’ve been part of all these moments and it is my joy and pleasure to capture them. I love the editorial portraits and the epic landscapes and venues and creating beautiful moments with light and angles and direction but the candid emotional moments also have a big place in my heart. I believe that a gallery should have both and I love that my galleries do ✨ 

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