Ana-Maria + João

Quinta de São Thiago, perched among the rolling hills of Sintra, offers a timeless setting for a wedding where romance meets Portuguese charm. The estate’s manicured gardens, historic stonework and sweeping views of verdant forests and distant coastline create a natural stage for candid, emotive photography and film.

Ceremony beneath an avenue of cypress trees. Guests gathered on rustic wooden chairs, petals scattered along a gravel aisle. Vows were exchanged against a backdrop of moss-covered stone and the deep green of Sintra’s landscape, the air still but for the murmur of leaves. The light at that hour was forgiving and warm, ideal for capturing candid reactions — tearful smiles, clasped hands, the small gestures that reveal the day’s true emotion.

A wedding at Quinta de São Thiago is quiet grandeur: historic architecture and lush nature supporting a day that prioritises authenticity and connection. The estate’s varied settings allow for a complete visual story — from candid preparations and heartfelt vows to lively celebrations and contemplative portraits — ensuring that every image and film clip transports future viewers back to the moment as if they were there.