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☀️Greetings - I’m Jay, this is me, my world, the photographs I take, the folk I spend good time with

☀️ I’m a wedding photographer. I love what I do. I love the hills and coastline of Donegal and the north west of the land, a place of unspoilt, wild and rugged beauty. Home to beautiful energetic, fun couples, loving families, 1 million characters, endless stories

☀️ I love shooting real moments on a wedding day, emotion, laughter, endless laughter, stories and characters. I will make having your wedding photos the best of craic and simple to enjoy, no stress-all fun

☀️ If you are planning your wedding day, I'm here to chat, to flow some inspiration and guidance, please DM, I will send a free wedding guide

☘️ Go raibh maith agat…

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......‘ life is beautiful, people are amazing’...

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www.jaydohertyphotography.com taken in Donegal, Ireland by @jay_doherty_photography

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PLANNING YOUR DREAM WEDDING and seeking your perfect photographer ?
Let me help with this simple 3 step guide ...
( my 2024 and 2025 diary is open - please dm to chat )
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.......‘ life is beautiful, people are amazing’...

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#donegalwedding #jaytube #donegalweddingphotographer #irishwedding, #donegal, #jaydohertyphotography, #rockhillhousewedding #rockhillhouse #fearlessphotographers .#reddoorwedding #thereddoorcountryhouse #thereddoorwedding #redcastlehotel #redcastlehotelwedding #harveyspoint #harveyspointwedding #rathmullanhouse
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www.jaydohertyphotography.com by @jay_doherty_photography

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3 years ago

Feeling the July energy by a sparkling Lough Erne ☀️

A massive thank you Naomi, Matthew and wonder child Anneigh for this most uplifting and joyful adventure

@rossharbour - wow, what an experience, you beauty

⚡⚡Dream Team :⚡⚡

Makeup artist : @makeup_by_emmakate
Hairdresser: @roseybreen
Florist : @letsfaceitcreation
2nd shooter : @milkwood_studio_photography
Celebrant: @aperfectceremony.ni taken in Rossharbour Resort by @jay_doherty_photography

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‘ You belong among the wildflowers
You belong somewhere you feel free ‘

Inishowen under the sun brings a colour and richness to the lush landscapes we love, nature is in full bloom right now, what a display, the sands of the purest gold, the sea a welcoming blue. This was the homeconing gift for Chloe, Dale and little Kai, back from Oz to reunite with their people and to tie the knot

The ‘Davis’ Dohertys are a giant clan, legend says they reach even as far as my own people, I’d well believe it. These the best of good folk and with the Kerr’s of Buncrana, have created a wonderful union, an extended family, proud and true

A massive thank you to all, for the endless craic and the warm hospitality, for bringing me along on this chapter of your great story - from Buncrana, to Cloota, to the Isle, to Ballyliffin

Slán go fóill, agus ádh mór ort sa todhchaí…💚💛 taken in Ballyliffin Lodge by @jay_doherty_photography

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‘ The field by granny’s lane ‘

Aoife agus Stephen

We didn’t stray too far, Aoife suggested some photos by granny's house… the lane, the meadow across the road…and that’s how the story went

I often say you could stop anywhere along the road in Donegal and find a beautiful location for photography…especially in the high season - colour, texture, that rich feeling of nature all around…

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Thanks @martycrawfordphotography ☘️ taken in Castlefinn, Donegal, Ireland by @jay_doherty_photography

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Essential self care during a busy wedding season .... what an epic finalé to an unbelievable day at Drumfries, Buncrana, Binnion, Doagh, Ballyliffin

Salt water therapy every time for physical and mental wellbeing - I'm so grateful for this gift ☀️ taken in Pollan Beach Ballyliffin by @jay_doherty_photography

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A massive sense of fun and courage at Steelstown PS summer camp this morning

We brought some ramps, some boards, some helmets and took 30 kids on a beautiful and creative journey on skateboards. This was the first time many of the youngsters had been on a board and they all took brave steps out of their comfort zones, tried the ramps, and experienced 4 wheels together

Thanks to the volunteers, the assistants, the teachers and of course the young skaters for helping make this happen.

Believe in yourself...

💚⚡💚🛹 taken in Steelstown Primary School and Nursery Unit by @jay_doherty_photography

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Hayley leaps for joy - I’m half surprised she didn’t heel and toe her way down the aisle to meet the bold Aaron- she was that kind of bride. Energised to the sky, a lover of life and her people, just ready to burst.

I met Hayley and Aaron 8 years ago…where have those years went…8 years in the lovely Downings, a place I love dear
A few days ago we reunited - the craic was chaotically perfect. So great to see the families, the boys all grown up, meet the wonderful Callie - blow bubbles and eat sweets together, and enjoy a full day of immense celebration at Drumhalla House

Here’s just a squeeze of their wedding day, 20 photos, how could I do justice, but it’s a sprinkle of the energy and the love… 💚💛

Go raibh maith agat a chara...

⚡Dream Team⚡

Reception @drumhallahouse
Celebrant @thecelebrantandreahall
Hair @meghanlairdhair_makeup
MUA @evawhoriskeymua
Flowers @willowandtwineni
Video @devinemomentsweddingfilms
Content @mo_gra_moments
2nd photo @milkwood_studio_photography

Their first dance was Tennerife Sea…if anyone sees Ed Sherran about, you’ll maybe let him know...you look so wonderful in your dress, da-da da da deee.... taken in Drumhalla House, Gortflugh, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal by @jay_doherty_photography

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Feeling the joy of life and love - Hayley dances barefoot on the lawn under a warm Irish sun

As good as it gets @drumhallahouse taken in Drumhalla House, Gortflugh, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal by @jay_doherty_photography

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A small tribute to 2 great humans. This is John and Annie. I’ve had the privilege of photographing them many times and always feel it a great honour. These folk have brought so many good people into my life, folk that I consider my best of friends.

They welcomed me into their wee cosy home and we chatted and shared a bit of good time together as we waited for Blaine and Kathy to arrive. These are precious and wonderful people, and time spent in their company I value so much.

Here’s to you John and Annie, 60 years wed and still bringing joy into each others’ lives… taken in Clonmany, Donegal, Ireland by @jay_doherty_photography

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Believe in love and have faith in the gift that is life

This is Rory and Scarlett - they travelled across the pond, back home to Donegal to create a celebration of colour and joy with a team of loyal supporters around them.

What a day, a day of endless chapters and mini stories . Cuddles with the dogs in the family cottage, a bus tour along Inishowen and into Derry Guildhall for a wedding ceremony, pints in the local, a wander across the walls, an excursion to Muff’s @thetreehousebarrestaurant for beverages, fine fayre and speeches, portraits and time to breathe along the shore of a serene Atlantic on Tullagh Bay, and an evening gathering in granny’s back garden

An experience I will cherish, and good folk I will forever hold in my heart. Thank you for inviting me along - what a day we had, what a privilege to watch and be involved in.

Scarlett and Rory are 2 beautiful humans, I know the future will hold stories and adventures and years of dedicated love…don’t stop believing… taken in Binnion by @jay_doherty_photography

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These Two humans before me, so ultimately in love, so happy and joyous. This is Eva and Daniel - pulsating with good life energy and love. What a beautiful experience. Eva was backed by her ultimate uplifting female crew, the boys across from the Mersey with craic to share and pints to sink. Mass, the pub, the beach, and up to the wee graveyard to check in with grandad Ted, have a moment of quiet and reflection…and onward to reunite and party into the late hours.

Life is precious, these 2 are well aware - they live with gratitude and joy - a total inspiration to us all…

⚡DREAM TEAM⚡

Reception @angriananhotel
Hair @michaeldeeryhair
MUA @laurencartonmakeup
Flowers @sassandhalo
Videographer @feather_and_wolf
2nd photographer @gerard.gormleyphotography
CC @sociallywedni
Dress @veronabridalni
Cars @1stchoicelimowedding taken in An Grianan Hotel by @jay_doherty_photography

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