Taormina does something to people. Maybe it's the Ionian Sea below, or Mount Etna sitting on the horizon like it owns the place, or the way the ancient Greek Theatre reminds you that people have been gathering here to mark the important moments of their lives for thousands of years. Whatever it is, it was working on Katharyn and Scott's wedding day from the very first moment.
Katharyn arrived at Chiesa di San Giuseppe by vintage car, a string quartet playing Bach as she walked in. When they emerged as husband and wife, nobody told the guests to line the steps for the petal toss. They just did.
The rest of the day moved the way the best days do. Golden hour portraits with Etna behind them. Dom Pérignon poured as guests moved into dinner on the terrace. Fireworks at the cake cutting. The Aphrodite Ballroom long after midnight.
We've photographed a lot of weddings in Italy. This one still comes back to us.
If you're planning a wedding at the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo or anywhere in Sicily, we'd love to hear about it. Recognized among the world's best by Harper's Bazaar, we photograph destination weddings across Italy — Taormina, the Amalfi Coast, Lake Como, Tuscany — with the same presence and intention we brought to Katharyn and Scott's day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who photographs weddings at the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo?
James x Schulze are luxury destination wedding photographers recognized among the world's best by Harper's Bazaar. We photograph weddings at the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo and throughout Sicily with an editorial eye and a documentary instinct. We don't direct. We watch, and we wait for what's real.
Do you travel to Sicily and across Italy?
Yes. We photograph weddings regularly in Taormina, the Amalfi Coast, Lake Como, Tuscany, and destinations across Italy and beyond. Italy is one of the places we keep coming back to.
What makes the Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo so special?
The setting does most of the work. Perched above the Ionian Sea with views of Mount Etna and the ancient Greek Theatre, it's one of the most dramatic and visually layered venues in the world. Every corner of it photographs beautifully.
How do we find out if you're available for our date?
Tell us about your celebration through our inquiry page and we'll be in touch. We'd love to hear about what you're planning.
