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Youri Claessens Photography

@youriclaessens

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Timeless Editorial Wedding Photography
Based in Europe, available worldwide
Capturing real moments
Currently booking 2026/2027

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Every wedding is a new story waiting to be told, and I feel honored to be the one capturing those unforgettable moments. I’m Youri, a wedding photographer with a passion for preserving the beauty and emotion of each couple’s journey. My work has taken me around the world, from intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations, and every wedding reminds me of the power of love and connection.

What I love most about my work is the opportunity to capture genuine, heartfelt moments that couples can cherish forever. My approach is all about blending into the background to catch those real, unscripted emotions that make each wedding unique. Photography isn’t just about beautiful pictures—it’s about telling a love story that will live on for generations.

Thank you dear @alicemahran for this backstage picture of me! taken in Cap Estel Hôtel by @youriclaessens

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a year ago

Here’s to love, laughter, and happily ever after
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Photography: @youriclaessens
Photography Assistant : @philipptimpert
The newlyweds: @innalucien & @arnaudlucien
Wedding planner: @ibizaweddingplanner
Venue: @thegrey.collection
Flowers and Decor: @artnatur_ibiza @lasantacreativeshop
Catering: @foodit_catering_ibiza
Cake: @sweets_cakes_ibiza
Hair & Make up: @bridesbyanaiperez @bellissimaibiza
Music & Entertainment: @wakemanclaire @wiebkepahrmann @imane__jade @kaykayagency @badcatdj @fabiocapellimusic @bongo_anth
Videographers: @dimavlada.movies
Production & Rentals: @party_ibiza_events @ibizaprodj @cardamomeventsibiza @flowers_ibiza @thebossibiza taken in Ibiza, Spain by @youriclaessens

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2 years ago

Incredible setup by @lakecomoweddingplanner at @villaerbaofficial
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#lakecomoweddingphotographers #lakecomowedding #lakecomoweddings #lakecomoweddingphotographer #villaerba #villaerbawedding #comowedding #comoweddingvenue #lakecomoweddingvenues
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Team:
Wedding planner - @lakecomoweddingplanner
Venue - @villaerbaofficial
Catering - @enotecalatorre_catering
Florist - @riccardociceri
Band - @apollolivemusic
Music support - @blunotteventi
Furnishings - @smacrent
Photographer - @ksemenikhin_wed
Videographer - @agstudiovideography
Hair & Make up - @thestudiocomo
Stationary Design: @cartaliastudio Wedding Decoration at Villa Erba in Lake Como taken in Villa Erba by @youriclaessens

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2 years ago

Florence, just after sunrise.

I’ve been here a few times this year for weddings and photoshoots, and I always love coming back. These photos were taken on an early morning walk, when the streets were still almost empty and the light was so soft.

A few little moments from a city I love. Always happy when a wedding brings me back here.
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#florenceweddingphotographer #tuscanyweddingphotographer #italyweddingphotographer #florencewedding #destinationweddingitaly taken in Florence, Italy by @youriclaessens

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Still smiling thinking about last weekend. The bridal couple brought so much warmth, laughter and pure elegance to @thedoldergrand, and being there to document it all honestly felt like celebrating alongside old friends. From their dog stealing hearts to champagne overlooking Zürich, it could not have been more special. Thank you all!
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Wedding Planning & Design: @nicolepleaseweddings
Wedding Day Venue: @thedoldergrand
Photography: @youriclaessens @avietaclaessens
BTS: @white.session
Make Up & Hair: @bridalbeautybylinda
Florist: @karinmani.flowers.and.design
Rentals: @hussenzauber
Stationery: @blattpapier_ch
Wedding Cake: @toertlifee
Officiant: @patneverland
Roaming Band: @theoddsoxinternational
DJ: @joviloffredo
Violin: @nima_lovario
Pianist DJ: @robiejonas
Sound & Light: @smartec_veranstaltungstechnik
Production: @tomexpo
Flower Wall: @omnibloomofficial
Photobooth: @flashevents_ch
Dog Sitter: @woofwoof.ch
Wedding Dress & Civil Dress: @pronovias
Bridal Store: @liluca_suisse
Groom Suit: @thesavilecompany
Groom Shoes: @tods
Rings: @alessandrapiazza.official .
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#swisswedding #weddingswitzerland #zurichwedding #doldergrandwedding #swissweddingphotographer taken in The Dolder Grand by @youriclaessens

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a month ago

Mr. & Mrs. Joubert taken in Ibiza, Spain by @youriclaessens

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a month ago

Château de Robernier is one of those venues where you walk in and immediately understand why people fly across the world to get married here. The light, the grounds, the vineyard views... every single corner of this place just works.

It was such a joy to photograph here in the south of France, and moments like these remind me exactly why I love destination weddings.
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Wedding Planner: @alliance_revee
Wedding Venue: @chateaurobernier
Caterer: @lopez_anthony_gastronomie_
Cake Designer: @lesdelices2gladys
Bartender: @monsieur_cocktail
Photographer: @youriclaessens
Videographer: @matthiasguerin.films
Furniture: @be_lounge_officiel
Wedding & Floral Design: @okissweddingdesign
Tableware: @histoirevintage @options_aixenprovence
DJ & Sax: @djamaxxy
Musicians: @incantomusique
Celebrant: Peter
Make Up Artist: @kimcoirre.mua
Hairdresser: @juli.hairstylist_fr
Wine: @maisonsmirabeau .
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#DestinationWedding #ProvenceWedding #FrenchChateauWedding #LuxuryWedding #SouthOfFranceWedding taken in Château Robernier by @youriclaessens

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6 months ago

A beautiful few days in Ibiza with these two ❤️

They brought their closest friends and family all the way from the States to celebrate at Hacienda Na Xamena, and it was such a special one to be part of.

So much love, so much energy, and a lot of very good memories made.
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Weddingplanner: @serafinaweddings
Wedding Venue: @haciendanaxamena
Photographer: @youriclaessens
Assistant Photographer: @clarissasofiastudio
Videographer: @yesandtonic
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#ibizawedding #destinationweddingphotographer #luxuryweddingphotographer Wedding Hacienda Na Xamena Ibiza taken in Hacienda Na Xamena, Ibiza by @youriclaessens

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a month ago

Andy & Carol’s “I do” surrounded by thousands of blooms and pure magic.🌸🌸🌸

Production & design: @colincowielifestyle , @colincowie
Client: @carolzhao95
Photography: @josevilla @youriclaessens
Videographer @lerevefilms
Wedding Venue: @belmondvillasanmichele
Picnic Venue: @villadimaiano
Florals: @flowersliving
Entertainment: @alrmusic
Lighting Design: @images_lighting
Lighting Execution: @jdevents
Audio: @jdevents
Hair & Makeup: @trinejuel
Drone Show: @edgeproduction23
Stationery: @paperbythebay
Catering for Friday night: @xingeliu
Catering for Picnic: @galateoricevimenti
Catering & cake for wedding: @belmondvillasanmichele
Local production: @vbevents by @youriclaessens

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6 months ago

Welcome dinner in the Moroccan desert at golden hour. Lanterns, carpets, sand. Guests arriving like they stepped into a movie. This is the first night of a destination wedding near Marrakech.
The actual wedding the next day? Even better. But this felt like the perfect intro.
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Second shooting for @daina.hazel
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#desertwedding #desertweddinginspo #weddingmaroc #destinationwedding #weddinginspiration by @youriclaessens

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4 months ago

soft blush, floating florals and candlelight under layers of silk fringe ✨

love remembering this dinner setting – all the softness, the glow and the quiet magic in the air.

Floral design & Styling: @tabeamarialisa
Photography: @youriclaessens
Concept, design & styling: @cmweddings.ch
Venue: @villahonegg
Videography: @joaorosavisuals
Content: @cherish_andco
Stationery: @peggyandpolly_
Hair & makeup: @mua_reinakim
Rentals: @options.ch @vonrock.de
Tent: @zeltvermietung.ch
Music: @swissduo
Audio guestbook: Paparazzi-Box
Celebrant: @zurich_weddingspeech_traurede
Cake: @pandemiel.ch
Nannies: @nannyland2020
Technical: @rentshop.ch

#luxurywedding #weddingdesign #tablescape #villahonegg taken in Hotel Villa Honegg by @youriclaessens

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8 months ago

What an incredible wedding weekend in the South of France
Such a lovely couple and so many beautiful moments
J and E, Chateau de Robernier, I am still smiling
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Preview from their wedding day at Château de Robernier
For couples dreaming of an intimate château celebration in the South of France
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Photographer: @youriclaessens
Wedding Planner: @alliance_revee
Wedding Venue: @chateaurobernier
Caterer: @dv_traiteur
Floral Designer: @okissweddingdesign
Content Creator: @camsobride
Furniture / Lighting / Plan B: @jolibazaar
DJ: @alx_events
Musicians: @incantomusique
Pyrotechnician: @noy_events_artifices
Hairdresser / MUA: @elodyhairmakeup
Wedding Drinks: @maisonmirabeau
Wedding Drinks: @pepites_de_vin
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#chateauderobernierwedding
#southoffranceweddingphotographer
#provenceweddingphotographer
#destinationweddingfrance
#luxuryweddingphotography taken in Château Robernier by @youriclaessens

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