Ready to celebrate your love?

Looking for a wedding photographer in the Morvan, near Autun,

someone who will capture all the little moments and turn them into lasting memories.

Photographe de mariage à Autun, Bourgogne, Morvan

Beauty and Truth

Romantic and documentary photography

As Oscar Wilde said, “Nothing is true but beauty.”
I completely agree and I also believe the reverse is true : nothing is beautiful but the real !

As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen too many couples stressed by posed photos, worrying that the pictures won’t feel like them, or that they won’t fully enjoy their day.

My mission is to photograph what truly makes you who you are , your love, your emotions, the reality of your special day.

Romantic & Documentary Style

I’ve chosen a photographic style that is both romantic and documentary : a sensitive eye, a discreet and caring approach, capturing the soul of your wedding.

I still love beautiful couple portraits, sunsets, and elegant images that will become family treasures, but I also focus on natural, authentic moments between you and your loved ones.

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Your wedding photographer in Autun and the Morvan region

Are you getting married in Autun, Saulieu, a charming village, or a castle tucked away in the Burgundy countryside?

Looking for a local photographer who can tell the story of your day with a poetic and playful eye on every joyful moment?

I’m here for you !

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These two aspects of my personality come through

in the way I photograph you:

ROMANTic

& DOCUMENTARY

CAPTURING LOVE, YOUR LOVE,
THAT IS WHAT I PROMISE YOU

Why Choose a Documentary Approach ?

Far from the endless traditional group shots, I offer a documentary approach to your wedding: natural photos, real moments, authentic emotions.

Every detail matters, and my role is to tell your story with care and sensitivity.

“What really makes the difference is who she is as a person. Claire has a sensitivity and kindness that shine through in every interaction, in every photo. She doesn’t just take pictures; she tells a story… our story.”

— Alice & Cédric

Dream. Live. Love.

You might think that…

... finding local wedding vendors is rare

The Morvan is a wild and untamed region, but it’s also undergoing rapid change!

With its abundance of estates and caterers, the Morvan is now seeing the emergence of new service providers trained

in the latest and most modern techniques.

They are all committed to offering creative and innovative services

(like me, for example!).

...planning a wedding from a distanceis hard!

Just so you know, we have internet here too! ;-)

Whether you’re in NYC, Paris, on the other side of the world, or in the Morvan forests, you can video chat, exchange emails and text messages, get to know each other, and plan every little detail.

Staying close even when you’re far apart

it’s possible !

...that a photographer coming from far away won't be familiar with the area

This time you’re right!

There are many reasons to work with local vendors: it’s more eco-friendly and cost-effective, but above all, they know the area well. That means they can suggest stunning locations for your couple’s photo shoots or “engaged couple” sessions.

From forests to lakes and wide-open spaces…

All the places you love !

Why choose a wedding photographer
with a documentary style?

Far from the conventional, endless group photo sessions,

what I offer is a documentary-style approach to your wedding,

featuring natural photos and genuine moments.

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Photographe mariage autun bourgogne morvan

I’m very meticulous and organized, so I’ll pay close attention to every detail.

I’ll ask you lots and lots of questions about your wedding, but that’s not all.

We need to take the time to get to know each other.

I need to understand you
so that the photos can capture who you are.

« “Professional, attentive, and discreet...” »

— Léa & Valentin

On the big day, I’ll be there. Right in front of you the whole time.

I’m very tall and a few pounds overweight (I’m working on it!), and with all my equipment, you could say I take up quite a bit of space. Plus, you’ll quickly realize that I’m quite talkative.

And yet, despite these physical and personality traits, I’m very discreet and blend right into the wedding with you and your guests.

Always there, I’m a source of support, an experienced wedding professional, but I won’t disturb you because everything will have been planned together in advance.

My discretion allows me to avoid disrupting the emotion.

On Léa and Valentin’s wedding day, it was very hot. During the preparations, Léa decided to shield herself from the sun by closing the shutters. In her nervous anticipation of the ceremony’s big emotions, she didn’t see me take this photo.

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I’m always on the lookout, so I don’t miss a single one of those seemingly ordinary moments.

Those delightful little details, the ones that reveal the true essence of the moment: the care your bridesmaids show as you slip into your wedding dress, aunts catching up with one another, your niece enjoying the foie gras canapés, the children playing… Children, in fact, are a constant source of photos.

These little moments will weave a story unlike any other,

enhanced by a coherence established from the very first shot.

In another life, I was a film editor,

which allowed me to acquire skills and develop a sense of storytelling,

to tell a story, your story.

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Does that make you anxious?

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Don't worry, I'll bring backup equipment to your wedding (2 cameras, 3–4 lenses, 3 flashes, 15 SD cards, etc.). Plus, my cameras are professional models that save photos to two cards at the same time, so as soon as I take the shot, I have two copies of your photos !
Haven't you noticed how romantic rain scenes are in the movies?
It will be just as romantic on your wedding day.
And the rain makes everything sparkle: what a beautiful glow!
Filters are for coffee, not for photos!
But I never hand over raw photos, I edit all my photos in post-production to deliver the best results!
I don’t list my prices on my website, and for one simple reason: people don’t choose a photographer based on price, but rather on their artistic sensibility (pun intended), their rapport, and their experience.
For your information, my rates start at €1,700 for a 7 hours photo shoot.
Each package includes a minimum number of photos.
But I often deliver a few more.
I wouldn’t want you to miss any part of the story.
Travel expenses may apply (depending on the location); however, some packages include travel expenses.

If the sky falls on our heads,
all we can do is party !

What my clients have to say…

Alice et Cédric

2026
“Choosing Claire as our wedding photographer was a no-brainer.
Beyond the impeccable technical quality of her work, she possesses a rare talent : the ability to capture the perfect moment, raw emotion, and above all, magic. Her photos of children are simply incredible, full of life and authenticity.
But what really makes the difference is who she is as a person. Claire has a sensitivity and kindness that shine through in every interaction, in every shot. She doesn’t just take photos; she tells a story… ours.
We feel truly lucky to have had her by our side for such an important moment. A precious encounter, exceptional work, and memories to last a lifetime.”
Beth and Dan

2025
English-speaking wedding
“Claire was absolutely fantastic when she photographed my wedding - made everyone feel at ease and the photos,
WOW !
She really captured the day perfectly !
Thanks so much Claire !!! “
Margot et Lucas

2025
“We had the good fortune to meet Claire a year ago now at a wedding.
When we saw the passion she put into her work, we knew right away that we wanted to work with her!
Over the past year, she has listened to us and met all our expectations.
Everything was perfect from start to finish, from the engagement shoot to the big day, everything was ideal.
If you’re looking for a photographer who’s dedicated, cheerful, and smiling, and who will meet your expectations, go for it !
Thank you, Claire, you’re a true ray of sunshine. We look forward to working with you again in the future!”
Solène et Jorge

2025
“Dear Claire, thank you for your wonderful photos that capture the uniqueness and beauty of each person.
Thank you for these compositions, some of which are almost cinematic, that we’d love to print as a movie poster.
Thank you also for your kindness, discretion, and attention to detail.
We were so lucky to have you with us on our wedding day!”
Neala and Matthew

2023
English-speaking wedding
“Claire did such an amazing job photographing our wedding on the 22nd August despite it being almost 40 degrees on the day. She made us all feel so comfortable and beautiful throughout the day, capturing every special moments so passionately.
The photos turned out so beautiful, and we are incredibly grateful for Claire’s work which will be cherished forever.
Thank you again Claire for capturing our special day and making us all feel so beautiful”
Kim et Gaëtan

2025
“Claire photographed our wedding, and the photos are incredible. There’s nothing to say about the quality, her black-and-white work is stunning.
What’s more, Claire is endlessly kind, gentle, and cheerful, discreet yet present on all fronts at once. She really delivered. We recommend her without hesitation, and I’ll definitely be sharing her contact info with as many people as possible.
Thanks again, Claire, you played a huge part in making our day a success.”
Léila et Manuel

2024
English and Spanish-speaking wedding
“Claire has a knack for capturing the emotion of the moment; she photographed our wedding with such poetry.
A huge THANK YOU !”
Élise et Nicolas

2025
“Claire is a very talented, attentive, and unobtrusive photographer. We are thrilled to have had her with us to celebrate our wedding.
We are blown away by the quality of her photos.
Don’t hesitate to put your trust in her.”
Géraldine et Sylvain

2025
“Claire is a very warm and attentive photographer. She put us at ease right from the start, while respecting our wishes.
The photos are natural and full of emotion. A wonderful experience that I highly recommend!
Thank you, Claire!”
Constance et Baptiste

2024
“We hired Claire for our wedding, and she did a wonderful job capturing the emotional moments to preserve beautiful photos of this special day.
We highly recommend Claire for her kindness, professionalism, and discretion. She quickly put us at ease, especially during the pre-wedding couple’s photo shoot. Thank you again!”
Marine et Adrian

2022
English-speaking wedding
“You captured the emotion of our wedding, memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives.
I’m speechless. You made us all look so beautiful !
Thank you!”
Maelle et Alexandre

2025
“Beautiful photos!
Claire is very thoughtful;
she’s a wonderful person with tremendous talent.”
Sophie et Éric

2024
“Claire is an excellent photographer. She really understood us and clearly explained her role during our wedding.
The photos are stunning : she captured moments full of emotion. Her kindness and attentiveness are invaluable assets when working with stressed-out couples.”
Cécile et Marc

2024
“ An exceptional photographer!
Claire was always available and very attentive to our needs for our wedding, which was planned just two months in advance. Both we and our guests greatly appreciated her kindness and her natural, spontaneous demeanor on the big day.
The result was a collection of stunning photographs.
Thank you again for everything!
We highly recommend her !”
Vanessa et Tony

2024
“With her professionalism, availability, and kindness, Claire captured our most beautiful day.
Claire has a wonderful knack for capturing life’s moments and making the subjects of her photos shine.
A huge thank you for all your hard work!”
Carole et Jean

2023
“More than just photos, Claire captured our wedding in a way that lets us relive it every time we look at the pictures.
She was always available and attentive (not to mention super friendly), and she tailored her approach to our vision, the result exceeded our expectations!
Thank you, thank you!”
Sandie et Laurent

2023
“A huge thank you, Claire, for your wonderful work. Our wedding was an extraordinary moment of reunion and a whirlwind of emotions, all of which you captured so beautifully. Your portraits are simply stunning, and your black-and-white photos are true treasures. We’ll definitely be hiring you again.
I highly recommend you, and you have the patience of a saint.
Thank you so much again.”
Léa et Valentin

2022
“Claire is a highly professional photographer whose photos are stunning; her candid portraits really stand out.
Professional, attentive, and very discreet, we highly recommend her!”
Stéphanie et Yannick

2022
“Beautiful photos of our wedding. Thank you for capturing this special moment for us.
Claire is very professional, I highly recommend her!”
Oriane et Téva

2022
“Attentive, cheerful, and energetic, Claire takes both artistic photos and candid shots.
Her portraits are profound and sincere. She’s in the right place at the right time and adapts to your requests! She’s very approachable and has a knack for making us forget the camera, allowing our natural selves to shine through! Her work is of the highest quality!”
Laëtitia et Jonathan

2022
“We had a great connection right from our first meeting, and on the big day, we had complete confidence in Claire. She knows how to stay in the background, yet it’s so nice to have her by your side, no pressure at all.
We have absolutely no regrets about our choice, and given how the photos turned out and the lovely feedback from our guests, we can’t recommend her highly enough.”
Frédérique et Roger

2021
“There she was, on the happiest day of our lives, capturing the essence of those unforgettable moments, the faces, the glances, the moments frozen in time, as if by magic, that will remain forever in our memories, even if our own memories should fade, thanks to her keen eye and those beautiful photos.”
Lauranne et Jean

2022
“Claire captured all the emotion of our wedding. The photos are stunning, and the portraits are exceptional! She’s very professional and knew just how to blend into the background to capture candid moments.
We highly recommend her!”
Lélia et Baptiste

2023
“ Amazing! I highly recommend her.
We hired Claire for our wedding. She was attentive, gave great advice, and had a wonderful rapport with both adults and children.
Very professional and discreet! Our guests really appreciated her.
The result was quick and beautiful. “