McGladePHOTOGRAPHY & FILM

VENUE GUIDE · CO. DUBLIN

The Shelbourne

A Dublin wedding with warm interiors, a memorable entrance and the city just outside. Explore The Shelbourne through Carole and Stephen’s photographs, with practical ideas for portraits and keeping the day moving.

Carole and Stephen at the entrance to The Shelbourne in Dublin.

The morning, with room to breathe.

The Shelbourne is on St Stephen’s Green in Dublin. In Carole and Stephen’s photographs, the morning moves between window light, finishing touches and the people sharing the room.

Choose one clear space near a window for getting dressed, keep the essentials close and let the rest of the morning unfold. We can make a few portraits alongside the hugs, conversations and small exchanges you will want to remember.

Carole laughing with the people helping her get ready.
Carole and a bridesmaid sharing a moment beside the mirror.
A quiet black-and-white portrait of Carole beside a window.
Carole on the staircase at The Shelbourne.

Portraits with a sense of place.

The entrance, doorways and richly furnished interiors give the portraits a recognisable setting. Carole and Stephen’s photographs move from close expressions to wider frames that leave room for the architecture.

We would agree a short route with the hotel and work around the spaces available. There is no need to visit every room: a few well-chosen locations can bring variety while keeping you close to your guests.

Carole and Stephen together in soft window light.
Carole laughing beside the window.
Carole and Stephen making a portrait in a book-lined hotel interior.
Carole and Stephen framed by an interior doorway.

From the reception to the first dance.

The room details, the cake and the reactions during speeches all belong in the story. Carole and Stephen’s reception photographs bring the grand setting together with the warmth of their guests.

For a city wedding, allow a realistic margin for travel between the ceremony and reception. Their ceremony took place at Trinity College, a separate venue. We would plan your own transport and portrait time around the route you are actually taking.

The reception tables and chandeliers at The Shelbourne.
Carole and Stephen’s green wedding cake.
Carole reacting during the wedding speeches.
Carole and Stephen sharing their first dance.

See Carole & Stephen’s Dublin wedding.

Their full story includes the morning at The Shelbourne, a ceremony at Trinity College and the journey back through Dublin before the reception. See the photographs and their wedding film together.

Read Carole & Stephen’s wedding story
Guests welcoming Carole and Stephen outside The Shelbourne.
Carole and Stephen arriving inside The Shelbourne.
Carole and Stephen celebrating on the dance floor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Shelbourne?

The Shelbourne is at 27 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2.

Are the ceremony photographs in Carole & Stephen’s story at the hotel?

Their ceremony was at Trinity College. The hotel photographs in this guide show preparations, portraits, the arrival and the reception at The Shelbourne.

Can we plan a ceremony at The Shelbourne?

The hotel’s wedding information covers ceremony and celebration options. Ask its wedding team which spaces and arrangements suit your plans; the Trinity College ceremony in the linked story is separate.

Can we have portraits indoors?

Yes, subject to the rooms and access available on your date. Windows, doorways and the hotel interiors give us options, so we would agree a short route with the team in advance.

How do we allow for Dublin traffic?

Build a realistic travel allowance into the timeline and check the route with your transport supplier. Ceremony time, city events and guest movements should all inform the plan.

Do you offer photography and film together?

Yes. We work as one coordinated photography and film team. Send us your date and venue plans and we will share the current collections.

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