Naomi & Kurtis | A Romantic Bellapais Abbey Wedding Film & Photography Story in North Cyprus
Some wedding days are remembered because everything goes according to plan.
Others become unforgettable because they feel completely effortless.
Naomi and Kurtis’ wedding in North Cyprus belonged to the second kind.
Travelling from the United Kingdom to the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, they weren’t searching for a grand ballroom or an extravagant celebration. Instead, they wanted somewhere with character, history and atmosphere—a place where every photograph would feel timeless and every memory would carry the warmth of the island.
They found exactly that at the breathtaking Bellapais Abbey.
Where History Meets Modern Love
Perched on the hillside above Kyrenia, Bellapais Abbey has overlooked the Mediterranean for more than seven centuries. The ancient stone walls have witnessed generations come and go, yet they continue to provide one of the most extraordinary settings for couples choosing a destination wedding in North Cyprus.
For Naomi and Kurtis, it wasn’t simply a venue.
It became part of their story.
As guests arrived beneath the Gothic arches, sunlight filtered through the historic stonework, creating an atmosphere that no decoration could ever replicate. The beauty of Bellapais lies in its authenticity. Nothing feels manufactured. Every texture, every shadow and every view contributes naturally to the experience.
It is easy to understand why Bellapais Abbey has become one of the most sought-after wedding locations in the Mediterranean.
A Wedding Filled With Laughter
Not every couple dreams of a formal wedding.
Naomi and Kurtis wanted something different.
From the very beginning, the day was filled with laughter, spontaneous moments and genuine happiness. Friends travelled from the UK ready to celebrate, families embraced one another, and every smile felt completely natural.
Rather than asking the couple to pause every few minutes for staged photographs, we allowed the day to unfold exactly as it happened.
Those unscripted moments often become the photographs people treasure most years later.
A glance.
A laugh between friends.
The excitement just before the ceremony.
The quiet moment immediately afterwards when everything suddenly becomes real.
These are the memories that never lose their value.
Telling the Story Through Photography and Film
Wedding photography preserves a single moment.
Wedding films preserve everything else.
The movement.
The sound.
The emotion.
The atmosphere.
For Naomi and Kurtis, both photography and cinematography worked together to tell the complete story of their wedding day.
Using a combination of documentary filmmaking, cinematic camera movement and carefully planned aerial drone footage, we created a wedding film that reflects not only how their wedding looked, but how it truly felt.
From above, Bellapais Abbey reveals an entirely different perspective. The ancient monastery sits peacefully against the Kyrenia Mountains while the Mediterranean stretches endlessly beyond the coastline.
These aerial scenes became the perfect opening chapters of their wedding film before seamlessly transitioning into the intimate moments shared throughout the day.
Why Couples Choose Bellapais Abbey
Every destination has iconic locations.
For North Cyprus, Bellapais Abbey remains one of the most unforgettable.
Its historic architecture, peaceful surroundings and incredible natural light make it one of the finest locations for both wedding photography and cinematic storytelling.
Whether captured through timeless portraits beneath the ancient arches or sweeping drone footage revealing the landscape surrounding the abbey, every frame carries a sense of place that simply cannot be recreated elsewhere.
More Than Beautiful Images
Years from now, Naomi and Kurtis may not remember every detail of the flowers or the decorations.
What they will remember is how they felt.
The excitement before seeing each other.
The laughter shared with family.
The applause after exchanging vows.
The warm Mediterranean breeze moving through the abbey gardens.
These moments become more valuable with every passing year.
Our philosophy has always been simple: beautiful photographs are important, but honest memories are priceless.
Destination Wedding Photography & Films Across the Mediterranean
Although we are proudly based in North Cyprus, our work regularly takes us wherever love stories unfold. From historic monasteries and luxury resorts to secluded beaches and private villas, every destination offers a new story waiting to be told.
Whether you are planning an intimate celebration at Bellapais Abbey, a luxury wedding overlooking the Mediterranean, or a destination wedding anywhere in Cyprus or beyond, our goal remains the same—to create elegant photography and cinematic wedding films that feel just as emotional decades from now as they do today.
Because your wedding deserves more than documentation.
It deserves a story worth reliving.
Naomi & Kurtis Wedding day in Northern Cyprus
Wedding Photographers and Film Makers in North Cyprus has created their wedding film teaser at Bellapais Abbey / Kybele Restaurant in Cyprus.
www.studyoalem.com
Credits:
Music in this Video: TYLER BROWN WILLIAMS – NEVER LET GO LYRICS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WB8lWbmjsS8
Seryn – “10 Billion Light Years” (OFFICIAL AUDIO) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOYmjb-BH1c