Getting married in Lyon? Let’s make it unforgettable.
If you’re dreaming of a wedding in France that’s full of charm but far from clichés, Lyon might just be your perfect backdrop.
And if you’re looking for a photographer who blends cinematic style, real emotions and artistic freedom — welcome.
I’m David, the eye and soul behind The Screaming Chair.
I live in Lyon. I breathe this city. And I capture weddings here in a way that’s raw, human, and beautiful without being cheesy.
Whether you’re eloping, planning an intimate celebration on a péniche, or gathering your loved ones in a château near Lyon — I’ll follow your rhythm and shoot it like a movie.
What my international couples love the most
- “He captured the soul of our wedding — not just the surface.”
- “We felt seen, not staged.”
- “He knows the best hidden spots in Lyon.”
- “We barely noticed him during the day — and now we can’t stop looking at the photos.”
- “It felt like having a friend with a camera — a very talented one.”
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Why Lyon is the best kept secret for a wedding in France
– It’s elegant but not pretentious
Lyon is a city of beauty, food, and stories. Less touristy than Paris, but with just as much magic.
– The architecture is cinematic
Renaissance streets in Old Lyon, golden light over the Rhône, romantic bridges and secret gardens — it’s all here, ready to be part of your story.
– Perfect for couple sessions & proposals
A walk through Croix-Rousse, a kiss under the arches of Place des Célestins, champagne on a rooftop… I offer couple sessions and surprise proposal photography in the heart of the city.
– You can party on the water
Yes, you can literally get married or celebrate on a boat — Lyon has stunning péniches (river barges) that make for unique, intimate wedding venues.
– A gateway to French countryside magic
30 minutes outside of Lyon: vineyards, medieval villages, golden stone, and peaceful venues. Perfect for elopements or destination weddings.
My style: cinematic, documentary, unscripted
I won’t pose you like mannequins.
I won’t make your wedding look like a Pinterest board.
I will tell your story.
With light, silence, laughter, textures and unexpected moments.
What you get:
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Full wedding reportage, from start to (wild) party
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A warm and discrete presence
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Photos that feel like you, not like a catalog
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Natural couple photos in the streets of Lyon, at golden hour or after dark
Wedding Photographer in Lyon France
Where I shoot (in and around Lyon)
I photograph weddings and love stories in:
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Lyon (Old Town, Croix-Rousse, Fourvière, Presqu’île, Confluence…)
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Vineyards of Beaujolais
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Golden stone villages (Oingt, Pérouges…)
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Intimate venues in the Monts d’Or or near Vienne
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Château weddings within 1 hour of Lyon
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Péniche weddings on the Rhône or Saône
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Surprise proposals and engagement sessions in Lyon city
My wedding packages
My packages start at 1990€ and include:
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Pre-wedding call
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Full-day documentary coverage
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An online gallery to share with guests
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Travel within Lyon and surroundings included
Optional: second photographer (Castille), video coverage, couple shoot the day before, welcome dinner, brunch day, or post-wedding shoot.
Planning from abroad? I’ve got you.
I work regularly with couples from the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, Germany, the Netherlands…
I know what it’s like to plan from a distance, so I make everything easy:
clear communication, quick responses, and real help choosing spots, timing, and local tips.
About me
I’m David. French, but fluent in English.
I live in Lyon most of the year, and I am in Asia part of the year (Thailand, mostly).
I love cinema, music, freedom, and raw, unapologetic love stories.
My job? To make your wedding photos feel like a memory you already lived — real and full of soul.
Ready to talk?
Hit me up. Tell me your story.
I’ll tell you how I can help you keep it forever.
Let’s start something real.
Wedding Photographer in Lyon France
