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Exploring Oia, Santorini | Travel Photography

15th September 2017 by MaxeenKim Leave a Comment

Blue and White Domed Church in Oia Santorini

In August this year I decided to explore Oia, Santorini. After travelling Greece for over 4 years, I wanted to visit one of it’s most iconic islands.

I opted to stay in Perissa, which lies  on the opposite side of the island to Oia and Fira, Santorini’s most recognisable villages – and the busiest tourist hot spots.  Perissa is a great option if you have kids as it is flatter than the other villages so your little ones won’t risk falling down any stairs. It has a wonderful relaxed vibe and it’s black sand beaches are the perfect place to put your feet up and catch a tan. However, you can’t visit Santorini without seeing the blue domes of Oia.

The best advice I could possibly give you on visiting Oia is; Get Up Early! It’s the most beautiful village but if you want it’s streets to yourself, the key is to wake up with the birds. It’s gorgeous little buildings clinging to the cliff side, coupled with it’s amazing views, are so worth getting up for.

I arrived at 6am and had 2 hours to explore it’s winding cobbled streets, photograph it’s pretty blue doors and try to get one of it’s many cats to make friends with me before everyone else arrived.

By the time the village had awoke and was buzzing with people, I was settling into a comfy seat on the top floor of a café. If there is an options to go upstairs – take it! I got to enjoy a freddo cappuccino (if you haven’t had one, you have to try them!) and a fresh pastry, whilst basking in the sunshine, watching the world go by. My camera was full of images – and it wasn’t even 10am yet!

It’s really the most wonderful way to start your day on the island.

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Destination Wedding, Destination Wedding Photographer, Fine Art Photography, Greece, Honeymoon Inspiration, Maxeen Kim Photography, Oia, Santorini, Travel Photography

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Maxeen captured our dream day from start to finish on the enchanting island of Ithaca, an island that is extremely close to our hearts. 

Max has an eye for small details and perfect locations. Max made us feel so comfortable in front of her lens, we almost forgot she was there, which made our photographs so authentic and filled with the emotions of our day. Her soft style of photography was perfect for our special day and added to the dreaminess of the occasion. 

Max was super friendly and so professional and it was an absolute pleasure having her as our wedding photographer. We are so thrilled with the photographs which we received within 6 weeks after our wedding and we have no idea how we are going to choose a limited number of photographs for our album.

Not only did we gain a photographer to capture our wedding (and all future events which we may wish to have on Ithaca), but we have gained a friend and we so look forward to seeing her next time we are in Greece.

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We first met Maxeen a year before we got married and after meeting her we knew we would want her to be our photographer; her enthusiasm and attention to the specific details of our day won us over and we were not disappointed with our choice.

Maxeen also organised an beautiful engagement shoot for us in the hills of Lefkada. It was great to see another side to the island and produced some lovely intimate photos.

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Maxeen covered our wedding day in Kefalonia, she was absolutely amazing! She made us both feel really comfortable and relaxed. She was completely committed to getting the best shots of us and all the pictures we wanted. It wasn't 'just another wedding' for her. You can clearly see it's a passion and something she loves!! Unbelievable service! Xx

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Scottish Couple standing near a frozed lake

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Maxeen covered our wedding on Ithaca, in Greece. She was professional, supportive and a grace under pressure. She captured our day perfectly. I would highly recommend Max if you are looking for a skilled artist, with an eye for details to capture your most special day.

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