• Maxime
    Bernadin

    WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

  • Maxime
    Bernadin

    WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

  • Maxime
    Bernadin

    WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

GENUINE MOMENTS
uniquely CAPTURED

Bride smiling radiantly at groom during an outdoor garden ceremony framed through guests' shoulders, holding a white rose bouquet under sunlit trees at a French estate — documentary wedding ceremony photography by Maxime Bernadin
Newlyweds cruising in a classic Riva mahogany speedboat across turquoise Lake Como waters toward Villa Balbiano's cream façade with alpine mountains behind and Italian flag flying — cinematic destination wedding photography by Maxime Bernadin
Bride in a strapless gown holding a pastel bouquet embracing groom in a black tuxedo before a grand wooden arched château door framed by a massive floral arch of peach roses, cream blooms, and blue delphiniums at Domaine de Martinay — editorial couple portrait by Maxime Bernadin

Whether you say ‘I do’ surrounded by the lavender fields of Provence, the timeless elegance of Paris, or the allure of the French Riviera, every moment deserves a setting as extraordinary as your love story.

Let’s create memories together that last forever.

With bubbling champagne held high, the bride leans in to her groom, the delicate movement of her textured gown captured in an intimate close-up by photographer Maxime Bernadin.
Bride seated and groom standing amid oversized multicoloured paper flowers and pink fabric backdrop under palm trees on Villa Balbiano's lakeside lawn — whimsical fashion-forward wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin on Lake Como

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“MAXIME BERNADIN IS A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN FRANCE WHO WILL TAKE FABULOUS WEDDING PICTURES. WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND AN EYE FOR THE PERFECT PICTURE, MAXIME WILL CAPTURE YOUR BIG DAY AND ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME.”

BRITISH VOGUE

Black-and-white close-up of bride in a puff-sleeved off-shoulder white gown with chandelier earrings and pearl bracelet, nose-to-nose with groom in a black tuxedo, both holding vintage champagne coupes — intimate celebratory toast by luxury wedding photographer Maxime Bernadin
Giant paper blooms, a pink backdrop, and lakeside palms frame a fashion-forward couple at Villa Balbiano — creative wedding photography by Maxime Bernadin

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WEDVIBES

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MADAME C

FRENCH WEDDING STYLE

& MORE

“MAXIME BERNADIN IS A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN FRANCE WHO WILL TAKE FABULOUS WEDDING PICTURES. WITH YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND AN EYE FOR THE PERFECT PICTURE, MAXIME WILL CAPTURE YOUR BIG DAY AND ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME.”

BRITISH VOGUE

  • Bride in a short-sleeved lace gown with a high neckline standing in Castello Durini's gallery beneath gilt-framed oil portraits, antique tapestries, and a rustic wooden-beamed ceiling — Renaissance-inspired editorial bridal portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • White floral ceremony aisle with candles in glass hurricanes, boxwood hedges, chairs, and a floral arch beneath cypress trees with Mediterranean hills at Château de Castellaras — outdoor wedding venue by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white close-up of groom in a tuxedo tenderly holding his bride as her baby's breath hair accessory and veil float in the breeze, both looking down in a shared intimate moment — emotional fine art couple portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Couple sharing a tender kiss before a baroque twin-tower church façade in black and white, bride in a cape-sleeved gown holding a white rose bouquet and groom in a dark tuxedo with boutonnière — dramatic architectural wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a strapless feathered-bodice white gown surrounded by friends in burgundy satin and teal dresses and tuxedos posing playfully beneath a crystal chandelier in a powder-blue French salon — lively editorial group portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • White satin slingback bridal heels perched atop a classical marble bust with an elaborate updo hairstyle, juxtaposing modern bridal fashion with neoclassical sculpture — creative wedding detail still-life by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white extreme close-up of bride in a sequined gown and pearl choker necklace nose-to-nose with groom in a white dinner jacket, about to kiss — sensual glamour portrait at Château de Tourreau by Maxime Bernadin
  • Aerial drone view of Château de Tourreau's pale stone façade with green shutters, symmetrical parterre gardens, geometric boxwood hedges, and an outdoor ceremony setup with white chairs and floral arch on the courtyard — luxury Provence wedding venue by Maxime Bernadin
  • Newlyweds leading a joyful bridal party with friends in pastel lavender, sage, and neutral gowns through a flower-lined gravel path with classical stone statues and rolling countryside beyond — vibrant wedding procession by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in an elaborate embroidered lace gown with cathedral veil entering through massive bronze relief doors as attendants adjust her train on a marble checkered floor — dramatic castle wedding entrance photographed by Maxime Bernadin
  • Multicoloured fireworks erupting over an illuminated French château with pointed roofs and manicured lawns at night during a lavish wedding celebration — spectacular pyrotechnic finale photographed by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride and groom exchanging vows at an intimate garden altar flanked by white floral pillars and baby's breath aisle markers with wooden cross-back chairs, olive trees, and golden-hour backlight at Bastide du Roy — outdoor ceremony photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a white dinner jacket and black bow tie posing confidently beneath an ornate rococo stucco frame with a gilt-edged Renaissance oil painting inside a palatial Italian salon — editorial groom portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Couple kneeling before the altar inside a soaring Gothic cathedral with ribbed vaulting, stained glass windows, candelabras, and congregation below — sacred religious wedding ceremony photographed from above by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a strapless beaded ball gown laughing and dancing with a friend under string lights at night in black and white, the intricate beadwork and flowing skirt catching the flash — joyful reception dance photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white close-up of bride wearing a baby's breath floral crown and cross earring gazing tenderly at her silhouetted groom by window light, lace-beaded bodice visible — intimate fine art couple portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a hand-painted embroidered tulle gown with floral appliqué and calligraphy seated on a stone windowsill inside a terracotta-pink walled room with leaded diamond-pane window in Provence — contemplative editorial bridal portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Elegantly dressed elderly wedding guests with white paper parasols, hot pink dress, matching hat, straw panama, and cream linen suit laughing among wooden ceremony chairs under olive trees in Provence — candid guest photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Aperol spritz cocktail beside a charcuterie board with cured meats, fresh grapes, and burgundy dahlias on a red tablecloth by the poolside under a parasol — Italian aperitivo event photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a beaded strapless gown raising her bouquet triumphantly while walking hand-in-hand with groom in a white dinner jacket through a flower-lined garden path with pink roses, white hydrangeas, and boxwood hedges at Château de Tourreau — joyful ceremony recessional by Maxime Bernadin
  • Gros plan éditorial du marié en smoking et de la mariée en robe bustier satin perchée sur un bar jambes croisées, tous deux tenant des flûtes de champagne dans un éclairage ambré chaleureux — portrait de bar au champagne inspiré de la mode par Maxime Bernadin
  • Radiant bride in a strapless corseted gown with veil and diamond necklace flanked by bridesmaids in blush pink dresses holding pink peony and white bouquets in a sunlit Provençal garden with plane trees — candid bridal party moment by Maxime Bernadin
  • Opulent reception hall with a towering Murano glass chandelier, frescoed painted ceiling, deep red velvet curtains, arched windows, and long banquet tables lined with rows of white candles and single-stem white flowers in glass vases — luxury palace wedding reception at Lake Como photographed by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in an off-shoulder long-sleeved white gown holding a foliage bouquet surrounded by seven groomsmen in black tuxedos with boutonnières on the ornate carved baroque steps of a villa with cherub statues and wrought-iron balcony — editorial bridal party portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white close-up of bride with slicked-back hair and pearl necklace leaning against groom in a tuxedo on a boat on Lake Como, mountains and shimmering water behind — editorial couple portrait on Lake Como by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a spaghetti-strap gown with white floral detail and groom in a black velvet tuxedo posing with a classic black vintage Jaguar on a cypress-lined Italian drive with a stone tower and olive trees in the distance — cinematic destination wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a strapless white gown kissing groom in a white dinner jacket on the cheek outdoors at night, both holding champagne flutes, cypress trees dark behind — candid nighttime celebration portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Long terrace banquet table draped in pink velvet with overflowing pastel floral centrepieces of dahlias, roses, and protea, tall glass candlesticks, bentwood chairs, with misty mountains and cypress trees beyond — luxury outdoor reception tablescape on the French Riviera by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a lace gown with a cathedral-length veil descending a grand staircase viewed from above, framed by oversized hanging lanterns on chains and a tall arched window providing backlight, wrought iron scrollwork railing — atmospheric black-and-white bridal moment by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a white textured gown laughing with two bridesmaids in yellow and pink dresses in front of a pink backdrop with oversized colorful paper flowers and palm trees at Villa Balbiano — vibrant creative bridal party portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom wearing a kippah and white dinner jacket escorting a woman in a pink brocade gown and wide-brimmed hat down villa steps toward a lakeside lawn ceremony at Villa Balbiano with guests and Lake Como mountains visible — destination Jewish wedding at Villa Balbiano by Maxime Bernadin
  • Luxury wedding tablescape with overflowing peach roses, white orchids, green grapes, halved figs, ornate toile china plates, and silver cutlery on white linen — fine art reception styling detail by Maxime Bernadin at Château de Berne
  • Groomsmen in black suits and sunglasses walking arm-in-arm laughing with the groom in a bow tie and round sunglasses at center, cypress trees behind, in candid black and white — fashion-editorial groomsmen portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Stately Provençal stone manor with terracotta roof and ivy-covered walls behind a symmetrical French formal garden with tall cypress trees, central fountain, boxwood hedges, and gravel paths — luxury wedding venue architecture in Provence photographed by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a suit kissing his bride on the geometric-patterned carpet floor beside the hotel bed in black and white, her satin gown draped and champagne bottle in hand — editorial after-party intimacy by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a square-necked textured ball gown with pearl necklace standing in a gilded Italian salon with frescoed golden ceiling, tapestry, and hexagonal terracotta tiles as groom watches from the foreground — fine art first-look portrait at Villa Balbiano by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white close-up of couple's intertwined hands and forearms resting on an elegantly set dinner table with patterned china, crystal stemware, white candles, and a black bow tie visible — intimate wedding reception detail by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a black velvet tuxedo with satin lapels leaning against a polished walnut bar beneath crystal pendant lanterns with apothecary jars and vintage decor — fashion-editorial groom portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a long-sleeved lace gown and groom in a white dinner jacket descending grand palazzo stone steps hand-in-hand at night with ornate arched facade and golden-lit windows behind — cinematic evening wedding portrait at Lake Como by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a lace gown holding her bouquet by a sunlit window as two attendants in dark gowns adjust her flowing veil beneath a tiered crystal chandelier in a dark-walled grand salon with marble floor — editorial bridal preparation photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom's wedding detail flat-lay with polished black patent leather shoes, untied black satin bow tie, gold wedding band, silver cufflinks, designer cologne, and His Vows booklet on a white surface — editorial groom accessories photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a long-sleeved flowing white gown laughing joyfully while swinging from a pole inside a Paris metro car near Saint-Fargeau station in black and white — playful urban bridal portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a strapless beaded gown holding a blush bouquet of roses and peonies framed by a gilded marble niche with pearl necklace at Château de Tourreau — classic fine art bridal portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Towering five-tier white wedding cake adorned with sugar lace surrounded by abundant pink and white roses, peonies, and delphiniums with a pastel green-shuttered Provençal château behind and pink-clothed reception tables on the lawn — luxury garden reception design at Château de Tourreau photographed by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a tuxedo nuzzling his bride's neck as she smiles blissfully in a strapless satin ballgown on a stone garden bench, dramatic black-and-white lighting with dark foliage — sensual fine art wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a tuxedo kissing his bride wearing a halter-neck gown with a fabric rose detail beside a reflective garden pool with misty backlit trees at Bastide du Roy — romantic black-and-white wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in white holding a champagne bottle surrounded by her bridal party in matching ivory linen loungewear sets raising glasses on a lakeside balcony with trees and water behind — candid pre-wedding morning photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride wearing sunglasses twirling her strapless embellished gown in the night air with fabric flowing dramatically in black and white — unconventional after-dark bridal portrait by Maxime Bernadin
  • Black-and-white close-up bridal portrait of a woman with wavy blonde hair, lace-trimmed veil draped over one eye, and a ruffled off-shoulder gown — intense editorial bridal beauty photography by Maxime Bernadin
  • Groom in a black tuxedo and bride in an off-shoulder white tulle gown standing beneath a rustic stone archway with cypress trees and Provençal greenery visible through the half-moon window — editorial couple portrait at Domaine de Patras by Maxime Bernadin
  • Bride in a sparkling beaded ball gown twirling on a Parisian balcony with the Eiffel Tower rising behind her, shot through open wooden shutters in dramatic black and white — Paris elopement photography by Maxime Bernadin
Maxime Bernadin luxury destination wedding photographer in a navy suit holding his camera on the symmetrical hedge-lined lawn of Villa Balbiano with the villa's pale facade and Lake Como mountains behind — professional portrait
Cypress silhouettes, a vintage automobile, and rolling Italian hills frame a cinematic couple portrait — destination wedding photography by Maxime Bernadin

tell ME
EVERYTHING

Please provide me with some details about yourselves. Your story is important to me.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. I will be delighted to answer them.

I respond to all emails within 48 hours. I can’t wait to learn more about your celebration!

The artist behind the lens — Maxime Bernadin stands at Villa Balbiano with his camera, surrounded by the symmetrical gardens and Alpine peaks of Lake Como
Newlywed couple walking hand-in-hand on a sweeping green hillside with a row of tall cypress trees and a black vintage car parked nearby, misty Italian mountains in the distance — cinematic destination wedding portrait by Maxime Bernadin

tell ME EVERYTHING

Please provide me with some details about yourselves. Your story is important to me.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. I will be delighted to answer them.

I respond to all emails within 48 hours. I can’t wait to learn more about your celebration!