Wedding at Cerrado das Fontainhas, Portugal
Documentary Wedding Photography & Videography
This wedding at Cerrado das Fontainhas in Lisbon was a joyful celebration shaped by life experience, family, and pure energy. Joyce and Stuart proved that age has nothing to do with how a wedding feels — from a DJ-led pool party the day before to a relaxed, laughter-filled wedding day surrounded by their grown children and closest friends. The ceremony, led by two friends, focused on love, family, and shared history, while the atmosphere stayed light, warm, and deeply personal. With Brazilian spirit meeting British charm, the day unfolded effortlessly, full of movement, humour, and moments that felt lived-in rather than staged.
Why Cerrado das Fontainhas Is a Beautiful Wedding Venue in Lisbon
Cerrado das Fontainhas offers one of the most striking ceremony settings in the Lisbon area. The grand arched entrance leads into a square dome space softened by cascading white leaves, creating a sense of intimacy within an architectural frame. Light moves gently through the space, making it ideal for both colour and black-and-white photography, especially during late afternoon and sunset.
A Relaxed, Documentary Approach to Wedding Photography
The day flowed naturally — no formal first dance, no rigid structure, just people fully present. Portraits were kept short and effortless, using a mix of shade and sunset light to preserve the calm energy of the day. The focus stayed on interaction, humour, and the moments in between — the kind that define a wedding long after it’s over.
Planning a Wedding at Cerrado das Fontainhas
The venue works beautifully for couples who value flow over formality. Late-day light is especially flattering, and the ceremony space allows guests to feel close without feeling crowded. Keeping the schedule loose lets the atmosphere do the work.
For couples who believe weddings are about living, not posing.
If you’re planning a celebration that prioritises connection, personality, and a room full of people truly enjoying themselves, this is the kind of story worth telling.
Get in touch to talk about documenting your day honestly and without performance.
