Destination Wedding Photography in Greece — Digital & Film, Documentary Style. Capturing unscripted, emotional, and real moments for couples from around the world.

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White buildings perched on a rocky cliffside with a dry, mountainous landscape in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a couple embracing on a boat, with water and mountains in the background.
Two people, a man and a woman, sitting in a vintage car, with the man holding a wooden steering wheel.

why me

I’m Magdalene, an award-winning documentary wedding photographer and visual artist based in Greece. I capture destination weddings and elopements across the Greek islands — Ios, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Sifnos, Antiparos, Rhodes and many more — and the Athens Riviera.

My approach is simple: I focus on your love story, capturing real emotions, unscripted moments, and natural beauty. No forced poses, no fleeting trends — just the genuine connection between you and your loved ones.

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(01) Why I Love What I Do

As a wedding photographer in Greece, I’m constantly inspired by the beauty of both the landscape and the emotions I witness. Whether it’s an intimate beach elopement or a joyful island celebration, I’m drawn to the unique stories each couple brings. I observe, I feel, and I create.

(02) My Approach to Photography

I blend digital and film photography to tell your story authentically. Every wedding is unique, and I aim to preserve its spirit, laughter, tears, and joy, creating images that feel timeless.

Whether it’s a barefoot celebration on a Cycladic beach, a historic village ceremony, or an intimate elopement, my goal is the same: to document your day as it truly happens — beautifully, naturally, and honestly.

(03) Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together

Every wedding is a story waiting to be told. I turn your moments into lasting memories, combining artistry with documentary storytelling. With years of experience and a passion for Greek island weddings, I will make sure your day feels effortless while capturing every fleeting emotion. Browse my portfolio to see weddings I’ve photographed across Greece—from Naxos to Rhodes, Sifnos, Mykonos, Antiparos, and more.

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Meet Madgalene Kourti, an award winning documentary wedding and celebrations photographer and artist based in Greece

Magdalene

BA FINE ARTS / Wimbledon College of Arts - University of the Arts London

MA DIGITAL ARTS / London Guildhall University

Before we make magic on your wedding day, get to know me a little! Check out my About page for the story behind my lens and my love for real, unscripted moments.

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Intimate same sex wedding with two gorgeous brides in Athens Reef, captured by Magdalene Kourti an award winning destination wedding photographer

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  • ”Magdalene is pure magic, she captures the most important candid moments and you don’t even realize she’s in the room. She specializes in journalistic photography so if you don’t like posing for pictures or you are camera shy she is your girl. She documented amazing moments, each picture conveys emotion, every time I look at a picture I relive my wedding. Her pictures are beautiful, she is professional and honest. most of all she helps you feel relaxed on your big day, she truly is a breath of fresh air.” | Corfu Wedding

    ───── Jennifer & Dimitris, Canada

  • "We consider ourselves extremely lucky to have been able to have Magdalene as our wedding photographer. Not only is she a true artist with an exceptional eye and sensibility, who has been able to capture the most wonderful moments of our wedding on Sifnos, but she is also an extremely professional photographer." | Sifnos Wedding

    ───── Laurie & Clement, France

  • "I knew as soon as I saw Magdalene's photographs that she would be the perfect fit for our wedding. Her style is so unique, and she has a talent for capturing real moments and emotions in her subjects. Working with her was easy and I couldn't think of a better person to spend our wedding day with. We'll treasure the wonderful photos she took forever." | Naxos Elopement

    ───── Amanda & Will, San Francisco, US

  • "Magdalene is super talented and we are in love with our wedding pics. She was quick to respond and was very punctual. A pleasure to have around during the preparations and invisible to the guests. One of our best decisions for our wedding in Mykonos. Totally recommend!!!" | Mykonos Elopement

    ───── Georgiana & James, UK

  • "It's one thing to have 'formal' photos of your wedding day and another to have images that capture the essence of moments! Magdalene observed and recorded our story as it unfolded, each image filled with emotion, truth, and realism." | Kos Wedding

    ───── Adriana and Anastasios. Australia

Who Are My Dream Couples?

You’re couples who value authenticity over perfection. You laugh, cry, dance barefoot, and embrace the unexpected. You want photos that reflect real love, joy, and connection, not just staged poses.

If you’re a US couple— or anywhere in the world — dreaming of a Greek island wedding, I’m here to guide you every step of the way — from planning to capturing memories that last a lifetime.

I photograph weddings across the Greek islands — from sun-soaked elopements to all-day celebrations in Ios, Paros, Naxos, Sifnos, Antiparos, Rhodes, and beyond. My style is documentary, relaxed, and heartfelt — all about genuine moments, natural beauty, and the real story behind your day.

Each package offers full-day coverage, optional film photography, engagement sessions, and custom-designed albums. Whether you’re planning a barefoot beach elopement or a chic island celebration, I’ll capture it with honesty, creativity, and an easygoing, professional touch.

Ready to plan your destination wedding in Greece? Let’s create your story together.