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Emotional storytelling by Val Zukowski. Honest, Authentic and with this certain kind of glaze...
My passion is to create natural, beautiful wedding photos, that stand out and evoke feelings - something visually beautiful and artistic at the same time with deeper meaning and true emotion...capturing the essence of you and the story of your life...
Trinity College | 2020
Alysha and Buck - they had a romantic walk and engagement session at Trinity College. Rainy weather and gusty wind did not prevent them because that day they were only staring at each other...
Kilronan Castle | 2020
Krystal and Scott had a intimate elopement in Kilronan Castle - The luxury castle hotel is situated in County Roscommon in a secluded corner of the idyllic West of Ireland.
Stone Trail | 2020
Miriam and Jacob - they had a romantic walk and photo session at the stone trail by the sea near Bray. Variable weather and gusty wind did not prevent them because that day they were only staring at each other...
Ballyseede Castle | 2019
Tom and Ciara decided to get married on the Ballyseede Castle in Tralee.
Ballyseede Castle, one of the best-known castle hotels in Ireland, has a history dating back to the 1590s.
Set in thirty acres of native woodland in the heart of Kerry, the castle has been wonderfully transformed into a luxurious hotel
- that's why it was the perfect place for their stylish wedding.
Ballyseede Castle, one of the best-known castle hotels in Ireland, has a history dating back to the 1590s.
Set in thirty acres of native woodland in the heart of Kerry, the castle has been wonderfully transformed into a luxurious hotel
- that's why it was the perfect place for their stylish wedding.
Stephen's Green Club | 2019
Virna and Hugh decided to get married on the Stephen's Green Club.
The Stephen's Green Hibernian Club is one of Ireland's oldest members clubs,
offering a quiet and refined place to organize a glamour wedding overlooking the capital's finest square.
The Stephen's Green Hibernian Club is one of Ireland's oldest members clubs,
offering a quiet and refined place to organize a glamour wedding overlooking the capital's finest square.
Kinnitty Castle | 2019
Priscilla and Edgar were married in Kinnitty Castle - The luxury castle hotel Located in the beautiful countryside of Birr, Offaly.
Merrion Square | Dublin
Two lovers who decided to get married came to Ireland to celebrate their love on the first wedding anniversary. Unforgettable moments of Ola and Karol on Merrion Square...
Howth | 2019
A romantic walk and an emotional wedding- this was Cassidy and Greg's plan.
Everything went great and they did not regret the wonderful time spent in Howth - a picturesque village clustered around and above a busy sailing and fishing port on the north coast.
Everything went great and they did not regret the wonderful time spent in Howth - a picturesque village clustered around and above a busy sailing and fishing port on the north coast.
Barna | 2019
Laura and David had a romantic wedding in Barna. During these emotional and romantic moments of the day I was able to capture those special moments.
Cork Registry Office | 2020
Ola and Donogh had a romantic wedding in Cork. During these emotional and romantic moments of the day I was able to capture those special moments.
Aran Island's | 2019
Triona and Patrick decided to get married on the Aran Island's. The amazing landscape, as well as the stunning views of nature made the moments as mesmerizing as it was. Inisheer Island was just perfect on this wedding occasion to get a traditional Celtic Wedding.
Ashley Park House | 2019
Jean and Andy decided to get married on Ashley Park House. An 18th century country house wedding and event venue in Nenagh,
located on a picturesque lake near the forest is the perfect place to get married.
located on a picturesque lake near the forest is the perfect place to get married.
Mount Druid | 2018
When Maria and Ciaran planned their dream wedding they didn't know how wonderful this day would be. They spent special moments with their family and friends and the celebration of their love was endless.
Dublin | 2018
Tobi and Iona. Family and friends from around the world came to their wedding. I had the great pleasure of documenting their wedding.
Airfield Estate | 2019
Steven and Carmen - their rustic wedding took place at the beautiful venue Airfield Estate in Dublin. During the ceremony and reception they were accompanied by family and friends from around the world.
Howth Cliffs | 2018
A romantic walk and engagement session during a trip to Ireland - this was Michael and Georgia's plan. Everything went great and they did not regret the wonderful time spent in Ireland.
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" Simply great pictures, we are delighted, thank you Val"
- Amy and Peter
"The photos you gave us will stay with us forever and are delightful..."
- Martin
"You captured wonderful moments, we were touched..."
- Steve and Karen
Capturing Life
Creating Art
I am someone who is there to help you keep memories of everything you experience in these wonderful moments.
At the same time, I want your photos to be not only documentary but also artistic and beautiful.