Solar Rose Elopements

  • LGBTQ+ Owned
IRELAND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY & PLANNING

Destination Ireland elopements in quintessentially Irish landscapes

 

You can have the elopement of your dreams here in Ireland

And it's so much easier than you think (!)

Folks come to me when they're looking for something magical without it being "a lot." They want an elopement with big views and beautiful experiences, but don't want to deal with all the overhead and stress that seems to come with it.

Which is fair.

Even if you're coming from abroad, eloping in Ireland can be both incredible and easy. (I've pulled off elopements with less than two months' notice. Internationally. So. Let's get started)  

 

AND IF YOU'RE FEELING OVERWHELMED, THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU'RE DOING IT WRONG

It means you're normal, and you're trying to organise something big in a place you haven't even been to yet. You don't need a plan right this minute, you just need a starting point: a few landscapes you're drawn to, a feeling you want the day to have, and the willingness to let me guide you from there.

 

 

CAN YOU DO THIS ON YOUR OWN?

Maybe. But most folks don't want to spend time and angst trying to become Ireland experts.

 

INCLUDED IN EVERY ELOPEMENT EXPERIENCE:

- Photography (obviously)

- Video clips

- Drone photography/videography

- Access to hidden Ireland

- Accommodations and assistance for neurodivergent folks

- An elopement experience that feels like an adventure

- Photographs that you'll enjoy taking

- Relaxed, experience guidance from a local

 

 

I'm Rachel (they/them), an introverted, queer, AuDHD elopement photographer.

I'm a Cork-based elopement photographer and planner, specialising in nature-focused, outdoor weddings. I'm drawn to "hidden Ireland," places off the beaten track that are magical enough to carry memorable elopement experiences. A self-proclaimed nerdy introvert, I bring a hobbit-like wonder to everything I do, and my ultimate goal is to give people a glimpse into how incredible Ireland can be.

Together, we're going to take your daydreams and half-formed ideas and turn them into an elopement you can see, connect to, and get excited about. Without a load of extra faff. I'm so excited for you!

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What Couples Are Saying

Read reviews from couples who’ve worked with this photographer and shared their elopement experience.

  • 5-stars

    Hire Rachel! We truly cannot endorse them enough. They were friendly and helpful from the start, and incredibly easy to work with. We were on a short timeline, and they came through for us every step of the way, including getting us a permit for our location with short notice. They are thorough, thoughtful, and professional in every aspect of their work. They are an incredibly gifted photographer with a wonderful personality. Finding a photographer that we were comfortable with was a priority for us, and by the day of our ceremony, we felt like we had known them for ages. They truly get to know you individually, and as a couple, so that they are prepared to capture the meaningful moments of your day. Rachel is professional and talented. They are very laid-back and know how to make their clients feel special and comfortable. They genuinely enjoy what they do and will do everything that they can to make sure that you are prepared for and happy with what you have planned for your ceremony. They are so good at what they do that the whole process felt easy. We could not have asked for more of the entire experience.

    Caryn + Amanda
  • 5-stars

    Booking Rachel for our elopement in Ireland was the decision that made our entire wedding come together. We knew from the start of our planning process that photography was the most important investment for our wedding day, and we also knew we wanted to elope off the beaten path in Ireland. Rachel put us at ease immediately and was patient and proactive in guiding us through the planning process and helping us find the perfect location for our ceremony. They were so receptive to feedback and questions, and we never felt awkward asking for more information or clarification. We felt like we truly got to build exactly the wedding day we wanted, including only what felt right and leaving the rest behind. When it came to the day of our ceremony, we essentially forgot we were being photographed for most of the day. Rachel made it easy to get lost in the beauty and excitement of the moment, and the end result was a truly remarkable set of photographs that we wouldn't trade for anything. Thank you so much!

    Olivia + Bethany
  • 5-stars

    The whole process was so low-stress from start to finish, which was exactly what we were looking for. Rachel is both an amazing photographer (our photos were incredible) and just such a wonderful person. We genuinely enjoyed our time with them during the experience and would absolutely recommend Solar Rose for anyone looking for a magical, low-key elopement experience in Ireland!

    Marysa + Ben
  • 5-stars

    Rachel was incredible to work with! They were so communicative throughout the whole process and really put zero pressure on us during the planning. The location lookbook they created to help guide our planning was so helpful, and they did an amazing job at capturing different options for us. We ended up finding a location just before the ceremony that we adored and felt confident to switch last minute - and it made it all the more special. We felt so comfortable throughout the getting ready phase and during the ceremony, we were able to solely focus on each other and that moment, which Rachel captured beautifully. We would work with Rachel for our wedding in any life!

    Taylor + Kyle
  • 5-stars

    Rachel helped my wife and I plan an elopement that was something straight out of a fairytale. The location was otherworldly, the nearby town of Kenmare was friendly and welcoming, and the day, I can only describe as indescribable. They were very attentive, helpful, and an all-around kind and wonderful human being. Rachel not only planned out an experience we will never forget as long as we live, but documented it perfectly with the most stunning and thorough gallery of photos and videos. Our wedding day exceeded any and all expectations we had, and it's all thanks to the kindness, professionalism, and genuine personal warmth we were met with at Solar Rose. Out of 5, I would give this experience 10 stars if google would let me.

    Megan + Aaron
  • 5-stars

    Rachel made our elopement day in Ireland so comfortable and special. They took such great care in scouting our location beforehand and made a last minute change in plan less of a stressor and more of an adventure. The quality of photography is incredible, we can’t imagine our wedding day being captured any differently. Fantastic to work with, highly highly recommend 💛

    Mia + Deborah
  • 5-stars

    My wife and I had the most incredible elopement we could have ever imagined. We had an adventure we will remember for the rest of our lives because of them and could not be more thankful and happy.

    Allison + Bella
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