Clémence Aresu
Based in Nouvelle Aquitaine
Serves France, Europe
Portfolio
Recent work by Clémence Aresu
About Clémence Aresu
What We Love
What sets Clémence Aresu apart is the balance between heartfelt emotion and refined aesthetics. She creates effortlessly elegant images with a touch of poetry, for couples who value authenticity, beauty and a calm, thoughtful experience. Her approach combines a soft, reassuring presence with high standards and great attention to detail: she knows when to guide gently and when to step back, allowing real moments to unfold naturally while carefully crafted, timelessly elegant photographs are composed alongside them. Couples choose Clémence not only for the final imagery but also for the experience she offers throughout the process, calm, organised, attentive and deeply dedicated.
Style
Clémence’s style is a blend of elegant editorial imagery and candid documentary photography. She is drawn to authentic emotion, quiet beauty and timeless elegance, with images that feel natural, refined and poetic. She loves capturing sincere moments with discretion, believing that real emotions are often the most powerful and unforgettable, while also composing carefully styled, aesthetic photographs that elevate a wedding day into something truly artistic. Overall her work is soft, intentional and timeless, effortlessly elegant with a strong sense of emotion, atmosphere and beauty.
Experience
Clémence has been a photographer since 2014 and has specialised in weddings since 2019. Over the years she has developed an approach rooted in beauty, excellence, dedication and reliability, with a strong focus on creating both an exceptional experience and timeless imagery for each couple. She is based in the countryside in central France and photographs weddings throughout the country, regularly travelling to the South West including Dordogne and Bordeaux, the Paris region, the Loire Valley, Burgundy, Lyon and Provence. Being centrally based allows her to travel easily, and she is happy to accompany couples wherever their wedding takes place in France, especially drawn to soulful locations, timeless settings and beautifully intentional celebrations.
Awards and Press
Clémence’s work has been featured in The World’s Best Wedding Photos, Wedding Chicks, Magnolia Rouge, The White Wren and Amber and Muse.
At a Glance
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- Photographer
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- Nouvelle Aquitaine
- Serves
- France, Europe
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- Clémence Aresu
Services
What Clémence Aresu offers
- Full-Day Wedding Photography: Full-day documentary and editorial coverage of your wedding.
- Engagement Sessions: Pre-wedding portrait sessions at a location of your choice.
- Elopement Photography: Intimate coverage for small, private celebrations.
- Welcome Dinner: Photographic coverage of the evening before the wedding.
- Day After: A relaxed portrait session the day after the wedding.
- Drone Photography: Aerial imagery of the venue and celebration.
- Film Photography: Analogue film coverage alongside digital.
- Wedding Albums: Curated fine-art wedding albums.
- Destination Weddings: Coverage for weddings outside France.
- Online Gallery: Private online gallery for viewing and sharing images.
Pricing
Investment guide
Reviews
What couples say
“ “From the first moment we laid eyes on Clémence’s stunning portfolio, we knew she was the perfect photographer to capture our special day. Her ability to transform ordinary moments into something truly magical through her photography is nothing short of extraordinary. The soft pastel hues she uses, combined with her meticulous attention to detail, created a visual narrative that we will cherish forever. Clémence’s organisation and foresight leading up to our wedding were invaluable. Her keen eye for design and beauty ensured that every shot was not just a photograph, but a work of art. Beyond her remarkable talent, it is Clémence’s kindness that truly touched our hearts. Her patience and genuine interest in getting to know us made the entire experience feel personal and special. The thoughtful touches, such as sending us a vow book and sweets before our wedding, and afterwards a little book of photographs of our wedding day, are gestures we will always remember.”
“ “Wow, what can I say about Clémence’s talent? My husband and I recently had the wedding of our dreams in France, where we were so luckily accompanied by Clémence, who captured our day perfectly. From the moment we met, she made everyone feel comfortable with her warm and welcoming smile, and calm approach. We put all of our trust into Clémence and it certainly paid off because our photos, which we received after only 2 weeks, helped us relive our perfect day from start to finish. The photos were well organised, from the getting-ready process to the ceremony and party. The files were easily accessible which made it straightforward for us to send to our guests, who were all in tears again. We can only recommend everyone to use Clémence for their big day, you won’t regret it.”
“ “Clémence photographed our engagement session in Paris in August 2025 and absolutely blew us away. We’re beyond grateful for the care, effort and attention to detail she put into everything. From travelling to Paris and making early morning arrangements to having the most wonderful assistant, every part of the experience was seamless. Her professionalism is unmatched, her dedication to her art is incredible, and she captured this season of our lives so beautifully. We truly got the pictures of our dreams and we couldn’t be happier.”
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