Exciting and joyful Tuscan Wedding at Villa Le Fontanelle Florence
Set among cypress trees and terraced gardens overlooking Florence, Madison and Travis’s wedding at Villa Le Fontanelle was a beautiful example of the kind of celebration a wedding photographer in Tuscany hopes to document: romantic, intimate, joyful and effortlessly elegant. Their guests had travelled from afar to share in a day that felt deeply personal while embracing the timeless beauty of Tuscany.
The atmosphere was refined without ever feeling formal or staged. From the bride’s delicate accessories and meaningful stationery, created by Madison with watercolour illustrations by her mother, to the black-tie-optional dress code, every detail carried a thoughtful sense of occasion. The result was a destination wedding in Florence that paired editorial elegance with the warmth of a truly personal gathering.
Madison and Travis’s wedding at Villa Le Fontanelle was part of four days of celebrations in Florence. Three days before the wedding, we joined them for a relaxed pre-wedding photoshoot at San Miniato al Monte, where informal outfits, quiet moments together and panoramic views across the city offered a different perspective on their story.
Villa Le Fontanelle wedding venue in Florence, Tuscany, photographed before Madison and Travis’s wedding day.
Sunlit interiors at Villa Le Fontanelle before Madison and Travis’s Florence wedding.
Flat lay of Madison and Travis’s invitation suite and bridal details at Villa Le Fontanelle.
Madison’s wedding dress displayed in a Villa Le Fontanelle suite before the ceremony.
A close detail of the bride’s shoes and veil before the Tuscany wedding.
A close bridal bouquet detail from Madison and Travis’s Villa Le Fontanelle wedding.
Madison’s wedding morning preparations inside Villa Le Fontanelle.
Joyful candid wedding morning photos as Madison prepares with her loved ones at Villa Le Fontanelle.
A joyful black-and-white emotional moment during Madison’s wedding preparations.
Madison admires her dress before the Tuscany wedding ceremony.
A mother-and-daughter moment before Madison and Travis’s wedding.
A bridal fashion detail and portrait during Tuscany wedding preparations.
A candid black-and-white bridal portrait from Madison’s wedding morning at Villa Le Fontanelle.
A black-and-white getting-ready photograph from Madison and Travis’s wedding.
An elegant bridal portrait before the outdoor Tuscany ceremony.
Travis and his father prepare for the Villa Le Fontanelle wedding ceremony.
A lively black-and-white pre-ceremony moment with Travis and his groomsmen.
A quiet first look in the gardens
Before the ceremony, Madison and Travis shared a private first look beneath the villa’s mature trees. It was one of those beautifully unhurried moments: a chance to be together, take everything in, and let the anticipation of the day settle into something calm and real.
Their portraits moved naturally through the property, from the shaded garden paths to the villa’s distinctive architecture, creating images that felt both cinematic and honest. Rather than separating the couple from the life of the day, the portraits became part of its rhythm — full of movement, soft light and the quiet connection between them.
An intimate first-look portrait in the gardens of Villa Le Fontanelle, Florence.
An intimate emotional wedding portrait of Madison and Travis during their first look Florence wedding celebration.
A romantic couple portrait by the chapel at Villa Le Fontanelle in Florence, Tuscany.
A heartfelt vows exchange moment between bride and groom before the ceremony.
Madison and Travis step out together after their intimate Florence wedding ceremony.
A floral wedding welcome sign designed for Madison and Travis’s Villa Le Fontanelle celebration.
Cocktail-hour details with an aperitivo cart and vintage car at the Florence wedding reception.
A relaxed floral girl portrait beside the welcome sign in the villa gardens.
A romantic bridal bouquet of white roses photographed in the Villa Le Fontanelle gardens.
Madison stands between ceremony chairs and white floral arrangements.
Madison celebrates with her bridesmaids in the villa gardens before the ceremony.
Madison and her bridesmaids in soft taupe dresses and white bouquets.
A black-and-white portrait of Travis with his wedding party.
A joyful black-and-white portrait of Travis with his groomsmen before the outdoor ceremony.
The newlyweds pose with white flowers and ceremony seating behind them.
Garden vows and an unforgettable Florence setting
The ceremony took place outdoors, framed by abundant white flowers and the lush greenery of Villa Le Fontanelle. Surrounded by family and friends, Madison and Travis exchanged vows in a setting that felt at once intimate and grand. Having Madison’s uncle lead the ceremony made the occasion even more meaningful, adding a personal note to their marriage celebration.
The landscape was an essential part of the experience. The villa’s gardens, stone details and iconic Florentine character offered a sense of place throughout the day, while the ceremony remained focused on the people closest to the couple. Tears, laughter and affectionate glances unfolded naturally — exactly the emotional range Madison and Travis had hoped to remember.
An aerial view of Villa Le Fontanelle, its garden ceremony and the Florence landscape beyond.
The garden ceremony setup at Villa Le Fontanelle in Florence, framed by cypress trees and white flowers.
An overhead view of the outdoor ceremony seating prepared for Madison and Travis’s wedding.
Floral details from the garden ceremony in Tuscany.
Wooden chairs await guests for Madison and Travis’s outdoor Florence wedding ceremony.
Madison’s ceremony entrance at the Tuscany wedding venue.
A timeless black-and-white portrait of Travis as bride walks in the aisle.
Madison and Travis’s outdoor wedding ceremony at Villa Le Fontanelle in Florence, Tuscany.
The newlyweds’ first kiss during their outdoor Villa Le Fontanelle wedding ceremony in Florence.
The newlyweds walk out beneath floral arches in Tuscany.
A joyful newlywed moment with guests gathered in the garden.
A bartender prepares aperitivo drinks during cocktail hour at Madison and Travis’s Florence wedding.
Passed canapes prepared for cocktail hour at the Villa Le Fontanelle wedding reception.
A playful cocktail-hour detail from Madison and Travis’s Tuscany celebration.
A relaxed wedding portrait in the villa’s garden.
A candid couple portrait in the Tuscany wedding venue gardens.
A refined portrait of Travis against the villa’s warm terracotta architecture.
A joyful bridal portrait against the villa’s warm orange walls.
A backlit couple portrait in the Tuscany wedding gardens.
A candlelit Tuscan reception beneath the lights
As the afternoon gave way to evening, the celebration continued with aperitivo, family toasts and an outdoor dinner beneath strands of lights. White florals, elegant tablescapes and golden chairs complemented the villa’s warm tones, creating a reception that was polished yet inviting.
The night ended with cake, dancing and a joyful energy that carried through every image. From the first quiet moments to the final celebration, Madison and Travis’s wedding was a reminder that the most memorable destination weddings are not only about a beautiful location, but about gathering the people you love in a place that feels extraordinary.
I’m a specialised Tuscany Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in Florence but operating in Italy and worldwide.
I focus for capturing real, authentic and genuine emotion. I love to capture happy people, their stories, their adventures and I can’t thank them enough when they hires me for this honour and privilege.
When someone books me and order my services, they are inviting me to live and share some of their most intimate and important memories. It is an incredible honor and privilege to be trusted like this, not only to share in the memories but also to have the great opportunity to document them as well.
I really enjoy getting to know my clients and their needs and desires so that I can tell their story through my eyes. I am a storyteller with a mix of portrait, candid and reportage photography style and I love to capture life in all its beauty.
