Your wedding photos and films captured for eternity — from Southern Styria, through Graz, all the way to Upper Styria.
Wedding Photographer Styria – In beautiful Styria, where countless settings make your hearts beat faster, Golden Elephant knows how to capture your wedding day with authentic photos and films. Our passion is documenting the stories of love and connection with high quality and joy — for the day after the wedding, and forever.
Every wedding is unique, and it's exactly that uniqueness we want to document for you. Our experienced team of photographers and videographers accompanies you across all of Styria — from the lively lanes of Graz to the dreamlike corners only a few people know. We are your partners and we do everything we can to preserve every glance, every laugh, and every tear of emotion for eternity.
Still searching, or already in the middle of planning? Golden Elephant is by your side. Let's make sure together that your wedding becomes a collection of precious memories you can experience over and over again. Get in touch to learn more about our tailored offers, designed specifically to capture your day in all its splendour.
By choosing Golden Elephant, you choose a partner who understands what this day means to you. We look forward to telling your story.
Styria, with its breathtaking variety of landscapes — from majestic glaciers in the north to picturesque vineyards in the south — offers the perfect setting for the most beautiful day of your life. An impressive elevation difference of 2,862 metres opens up a stage of contrasts and colours for your wedding photos — every shot a work of art that captures the uniqueness of your day.
Whether you choose the urban charm of Graz for your I do, or dream of an idyllic ceremony amid the alpine splendour of the north, every couple finds their very own dream location in Styria. As your wedding photographer in Styria, we bring extensive experience in photographing across all of these varied landscapes. Our eye for the special knows exactly how to translate Styria's natural beauty into images that reflect your love and your personal style.
Let's tell your love story in Styria together — with authentic, moving photographs that capture every moment, every smile, and every loving glance. We look forward to working with you and immortalising your wedding in unforgettable images that will outlast generations.
Styria combines the Mediterranean-like southern region with the vine slopes of the Sausal wine road, the urban centre of Graz, and the alpine mountain regions of Upper Styria. We know every sub-region from a couple's perspective and tailor the photo style to the mood at hand — whether vineyard-elegant, city-elegant, or alpine-romantic.
Our particular recommendation: the Hirschmugl Domäne winery in Southern Styria — get married at the registry between historic stone columns or on the terrace among flowers and herb beds, a symbolic ring blessing in the idyllic chapel, culinary catering with the caterer of your choice, and accommodation in apartments styled in Biedermeier, Art Nouveau, and 1950s designs.
Schloss Gamlitz in the Sausal wine country — one of the most beautiful wedding venues in Southern Styria. A historic Renaissance castle, sweeping castle gardens, and a festive hall with princely charm, embedded in the famous southern Styrian vineyards between Leutschach and Ehrenhausen. Ideal for stylishly elegant weddings with a Mediterranean note.
The Hirschmugl Domäne winery in Southern Styria — one of Austria's most beautiful winery wedding venues. You can have your registry-office wedding here and hold your ceremony in special spots like outdoors among the vines or in one of the historic festive halls. Caterer of your choice; apartments for overnight stays right on site.
In the Sausal wine country between Eibiswald and Leibnitz lies Weingut Harkamp — a southern Styrian winery wedding with vineyard views, modern hall spaces, and top wines. One of the most sought-after Sausal venues for couples who want to combine contemporary architecture with traditional winery atmosphere. Outdoor ceremony among the vines, reception on the terrace with panoramic views.
At Weingut Holler you'll find a place to begin your shared future full of love and happiness. Whether outdoors or in the renovated barn — you and your wishes are at the heart of everything. The wedding planner supports you from planning through to execution. Be enchanted by the picturesque setting amid the vineyards and enjoy your big day to the fullest.
Schloss Stainz, 30 km west of Graz and owned by the descendants of Archduke Johann — a Renaissance castle with a festive hall, castle arcades, castle terrace, and the baroque castle church of Saint Catherine. For the reception, the arcade, the Salettl pavilion, or the castle terrace are available; the refectory holds up to 250 guests. Archduke Johann tradition meets elegant wedding ambience.
Schloss Seggau on the Seggauberg near Leibnitz — a historic bishop's castle with festive hall and chapel, embedded in vineyards with panoramic views over the Leibnitz plain. One of the most magnificent southern Styrian wedding venues, with genuine historic character.
In the Eastern Styrian Vulkanland lies Schloss Herberstein with Renaissance architecture, sweeping castle gardens, picturesque lakes, and a wildlife park — an unusually characterful wedding venue for couples looking to marry beyond the standard locations. The gardens and lakes are perfect for romantic photos.
A stylish southern Styrian parish church, perfectly combinable with a celebration at Schloss Gamlitz or one of the surrounding wineries — the classic Sausal wedding day.
Gamlitz is the southern Styrian wedding hub with a castle, registry office, and parish church, plus the famous wine roads around Eichberg-Trautenburg, Leutschach, and Ehrenhausen. Wine weddings with a Mediterranean atmosphere.
Graz, the Styrian state capital, with its Schlossberg, town hall, Schloss St. Veit, Schloss Eggenberg, and Schloss Aiola in the Grazer Congress — a wedding world of its own, with city weddings, historic flair, and all the Graz photo spots like Hauptplatz and Murinsel.
The Sausal wine road between Leibnitz and Ehrenhausen is a wedding backdrop in its own right: vineyards as far as the eye can see, charming Buschenschank taverns, Italian-style hill country. We photograph winery weddings throughout the region — couple shoots with an almost Italian feel.
Upper Styria is more alpine and primal: Mariazell with its famous basilica as an important pilgrimage site, Bad Aussee as the gateway to the Salzkammergut with mountain-lake panoramas, and Hochsteiermark with its castles and fortresses. For couples who prefer mountains to wine.
In the Southern Styrian thermal land — Bad Gleichenberg, Bad Radkersburg, Loipersdorf — there are several resort hotels that make multi-day weddings with guest accommodation possible. Stylish and rural-elegant, perfect for wedding weekends with a wellness break for guests.
Styria borders Carinthia, Burgenland, and Lower Austria — many weddings combine multiple regions. See also Wedding Photographer Carinthia, Wedding Photographer Burgenland, and the pillar overview Wedding Photographer Austria.
If you're looking for inspiration for your wedding photos, take a look through our gallery. Whether classic or modern — we've shot a wide variety of wedding photo sessions over the years. From romantic couple photos in the countryside to images of the celebration itself — you'll find it all in our gallery. Take a look around and let yourself be inspired for your own wedding.
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At Golden Elephant, we combine our passion for photography with solid training and years of experience to capture your big day in unforgettable ways. Our experts place great value on quality and offer you a unique, timeless colour style that captures the emotions and beauty of your special day.
We believe in the magic of the moment. Most of our photos are made in motion — authentic and lively. That's how we capture the unforced joy and the genuine emotions of you, your family, and your friends — including the tears of happiness and the unforgettable moments.
As wedding photographer and videographer Styria, we understand that flexibility and personal advice are essential. We offer flexible booking options and are always there for you with advice and assistance.
At Golden Elephant, we understand that your wedding is an investment in unforgettable memories. That's why we offer exclusive packages in the mid to upper price segment, tailored exactly to your needs and ideas.
We stand for quality and excellence and consciously position ourselves between the mid and upper price levels of the industry in Styria. Our diverse team of photographers allows us to offer a broad range of price categories to suit many budgets. Just start with a free consultation. We'll put together a tailor-made offer and advise you in detail to find the perfect solution for your big day.
Your satisfaction is our top priority. With our professional gear and reliable service, we guarantee that you can give your full attention to the joy and excitement of your special day.
We know that every wedding is as unique as the couple itself. That's why we offer flexible booking options that allow you to choose exactly the services that best tell your story.
We look forward to being part of your journey and to creating memories together that last a lifetime.
Relive your wedding in vivid, moving images. With a wedding film from Golden Elephant, we capture the entire mood. We also offer the option of a professional wedding film. Here are a few examples:
Here, couples share their memories of our Styria weddings — from Schloss Gamlitz in the Sausal wine country, through the Hirschmugl winery, to Schloss Stainz and the Vulkanland. Read for yourself how their days live on in pictures — and which stories we captured for them.
„We looked at the pictures together with our parents for the first time — and suddenly we were all back in the castle gardens, hearing the music, feeling the morning's excitement. Exactly what we wanted: our story in pictures. Every moment is there forever, alive again every time we leaf through."
„We just wanted to experience our day — and Thomas made that possible. He was there like a guest who celebrates with you and captures everything along the way. It was only when we looked at the pictures that we realised what he'd seen. Glances, small touches, the silence between the toasts."
„The colours — they've become our colours. The light in the vineyard in the late afternoon, the warm gold during the first dance, the gentle tones in the morning at getting ready. We have the album on our living-room table, and every time someone visits, we leaf through and live the day again."
„My dad was completely silent as I came down the stairs in my wedding dress. Daniel caught his look — those tears in his eyes that he immediately blinked away. That says more than any speech."
„The most beautiful thing is the laughing faces. In so many pictures, we laugh, our grandparents laugh, my sister laughs as heartily as she rarely does. It's as if Thomas caught exactly the seconds when our family was truly happy. So much joy in pictures — a wonderful surprise."
„There are these quiet pictures of just the two of us — shortly before the ceremony, alone among the vines, simply hand in hand. Just us and the warm light. That's the togetherness we wanted to keep from the day. That's exactly what now hangs large above our bed."
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„Wedding at Schloss Gamlitz, photographed by Golden Elephant — we are overjoyed. My mum's tears of joy at the first look in the castle gardens, my dad's laughter during his speech, my grandparents' embrace at the champagne reception — it's all captured, quietly, like a guest right in the middle of it. That's exactly why the pictures feel so real. The warm colours of the southern Styrian vineyards in the evening light, the walk through the vineyard after the ceremony — pure emotion, just like our day."
Everything couples ask us most often before booking — from the planning phase, through the wedding day, to the regional photo backdrop between the Sausal vineyards and the Mariazell Basilica.
Couples ideally book their wedding photographer in Styria 9–12 months before the ceremony. Castle weddings at Schloss Eggenberg, Schloss Stainz, and Aiola am Schlossberg are often reserved 12+ months ahead during the September and October peak season; Southern Styrian wineries like Harkamp on the Sausal are similarly tight.
By default, Golden Elephant accompanies you for 8–12 hours on a Styria wedding day — from getting ready in Graz, through the ceremony at Schloss Eggenberg or Schloss Gamlitz, to the opening of the first dance. A couple shoot between the ceremony and the reception in the Sausal vineyards is a popular premium highlight.
Per Styria wedding, Golden Elephant delivers 400–650 edited images as a reportage — from getting ready in Graz, through the ceremony at Schloss Eggenberg or Schloss Stainz, to the reception at Aiola am Schlossberg or Weingut Harkamp. As a rule of thumb, count on roughly 50 finished images per hour of coverage — a 13-hour wedding with a Sausal sunset yields around 650 photographs.
Schloss Gamlitz for stylish, princely celebrations, Schloss Seggau for historically elegant weddings with bishop's-castle charm, plus the Buschenschank taverns of the Sausal for personal, down-to-earth festivities. The Southern Styrian hill country is particularly expressive in September and October, with harvest atmosphere and golden light.
Southern Styria is Mediterranean, vineyard-elegant, and feels almost Italian — well suited to weddings with a summer atmosphere and refined celebrations. Upper Styria is alpine, calmer, and more nature-bound — perfect for weddings with mountain romance and a smaller guest count. We adapt our photo style to the region.
From Vienna to Graz is around 2.5 hours, from Graz into Southern Styria (Gamlitz, Sausal) 45 minutes, and into Upper Styria (Mariazell, Bad Aussee) 1.5–2 hours. For weddings in Upper Styria, we arrive the day before for a relaxed pre-wedding briefing on site.
Wedding photographer in all of Austria — from Burgenland to Mallorca, photo and film from a single source. Getting married right at the Burgenland border? Also bookable in Eisenstadt in Burgenland — or, from Southern Styria, also as Wedding Photographer Carinthia.
