Some weddings stay with you long after the last song has played. Claire and Lucas‘ colorful summer Fernblick wedding in St. Corona am Wechsel is one of those days I still remember with a smile.
Surrounded by rolling hills and greenery, Fernblick is only about an hour from Vienna. Its mid-century design, mountain views, and peaceful setting make it a beautiful wedding venue in Austria. Even better, it combines outdoor spaces with stylish indoor options for unpredictable weather.
From the beginning, the day was full of color. Claire’s love for flowers inspired the bright floral arrangements. However, the people brought just as much color to the celebration. The morning started across the street from Fernblick. Lucas and his best man got ready in a charming vintage hotel. Its warm wooden interior immediately reminded me of an old European movie.
Meanwhile, Claire was getting ready with her bridesmaids. One of my favorite moments happened when they saw her in her wedding dress for the first time. Smiles quickly turned into tears. Claire looked incredible in her lace gown and soft waves. Yet, it was everyone’s emotional reaction that made this moment so special.
Claire chose her grandmother to walk her down the aisle. This personal decision made the ceremony even more meaningful. As soon as Lucas saw Claire walking toward him, he couldn’t hold back his tears. Their ceremony had everything I love about weddings. There was laughter, emotional vows, happy tears, and plenty of honest moments in between. Even behind my camera, I found myself wiping away a few tears.
Then, dark clouds slowly appeared above the mountains. Instead of worrying, Claire and Lucas embraced them. The dramatic Austrian sky became part of their story as they walked back down the aisle surrounded by cheers. Sometimes unexpected weather doesn’t take anything away from a wedding. Instead, it gives the day even more atmosphere.
Later, the celebration moved indoors without losing its energy. The dance floor quickly filled with friends and family. From the first song, everyone was ready to celebrate. We also stepped outside for one of my favorite portraits. Fernblick’s iconic movie-theater-style sign displayed Claire and Lucas‘ names in glowing lights.
For a moment, it looked as if they were starring in their own movie. And in a way, they were.
Fernblick offers much more than beautiful mountain views. There are spacious suites, a swimming pool, beautiful indoor and outdoor areas, great food, and a warm team. This makes the venue perfect for a relaxed destination wedding in Austria. You can celebrate surrounded by nature without worrying too much about changing mountain weather.
Looking back, however, what I remember most about Claire and Lucas‘ wedding isn’t the venue or the beautiful details. It’s how the day felt. They trusted me to document their story as it happened. The laughter, tears, changing weather, crazy dance moves, and quiet moments all became part of it. And that’s exactly what I love about wedding photography.
As a wedding photographer in Austria, I combine documentary storytelling with gentle guidance. I want your photographs to feel honest, emotional, and a little cinematic — like memories from your favorite film. So, if you’re planning a wedding at Fernblick St. Corona, in the Austrian Alps, or somewhere surrounded by nature, let your day unfold in its own way.
The perfectly imperfect moments often become the ones you’ll remember most.




























































































































































































































































































