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Villa Mon Repos Wedding in Taormina, Sicily

July 27, 2024

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Ciao, ragazzi!

This season has been INSANE and I have been behind on sharing it! Starting off with an early May wedding in my favorite place on earth, Italy! In the heart of Sicily, where the Mediterranean Sea kisses the sky and history whispers through ancient streets, lies the enchanting town of Taormina. Known for its breathtaking vistas, timeless architecture, and romantic ambiance, Taormina serves as an exquisite backdrop for a summer wedding. As a photographer, stepping into this picturesque realm is akin to entering a fairytale, and it was an absolute dream come true to photograph a Villa Mon Repos wedding.

This trip was my first to Sicily, and it was an absolute dream. I was able to bring my fiancé with, and we spent the week eating arancini and gelato (my two favorite food groups.) Taormina is a symphony of beauty, where cobblestone alleyways wind through medieval buildings adorned with cascading bougainvillea and panoramic views of the azure sea. Each corner unveils a new chapter of history, from the ancient Greek amphitheater overlooking Mount Etna to the quaint piazzas bustling with life. In the realm of wedding photography, Taormina offers a canvas where romance intertwines with the timeless allure of its surroundings.

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Cooking classes, wedding day fits, and my favorite gelato combo: pistacchio and nocciola!!

taormina gelateria

Wedding Day at Villa Mon Repos

Arissa and Dan’s wedding at Villa Mon Repos was an intimate ceremony with their closest family and friends followed by an insane cocktail hour spread, a delicious dinner with perfect wine pairings, and dancing the night away.

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Vendors:

Venue: Villa Mon Repos

Planning and Coordination: Taormina Weddings and Events

Florals and Decor: Petali e Capricci

Hair: Greta Schiliro

Makeup: Dalila La Colla

DJ: Omni Events Sicilia

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BEHIND THE LENS

hi, i'm ARIELLE.

You can usually find me home with my golden retriever or day dreaming of my next trip to Italy.

I am a firm believer in living life with purpose and never missing the opportunity to experience something new. The Meyers-Briggs test says I am an INFJ with ESFJ qualities (an introverted extrovert, IYKYK), and my friends say I am the person they come to when they need comfort, advice, or fresh baked goods. I consider myself an empath, so special moments you share with your loved ones will likely get me all teary eyed and sentimental. I am not here to pretend life is picture perfect, but to capture genuine emotion and create timeless pieces of art to decorate your home. I’m constantly striving for perfection, but have a calming personality and am relatively easy going. 

When the camera is not around my neck, I am a big home body. I love hanging on the couch with my dog, making pasta, breads and desserts from scratch, squatting 400+ pounds in the gym, or plotting my next trip outside of the US. As a direct descendant of Italian immigrants, I feel most at home in Italy (and speak a bit of Italian, too.)

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Arielle has photographed over 175 weddings across 12 states, 5 countries, and 3 continents. While her heart beats for coastal and countryside Italian weddings, she is willing to travel anywhere and everywhere to document your day.

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