MOMENTS PASS BY,
BUT PHOTOS STAY FOREVER!
One of your biggest day in your life is ahead of you. And you deserve to have beautiful photos to remember it by. Photos that you will be happy to look at over and over again. Memories that you will love to share with your kids and grandkids…
If you’re looking for a photographer who can capture spontaneous and emotional moments, without posing and pretending to be something you’re not… you have come to the right place. I will not be just a photographer, I will be the person you can count on on your wedding day.
CREATING TIMELESS MEMORIES WITH YOU
Hi, I’m Vanessa
My mission is to capture your best moments in a spontaneous and natural way, with no posing.
The one advice I’d give to any couple is: “Make sure to choose the right photographer for you.” You see, your wedding day will be one of the best days in your life. Now imagine a photographer that you don’t “click with” being around you the entire day. You should be surrounded with your favourite people and wedding vendors you can trust.
If you’re looking for a person that is relaxed, creative and always smiling, then you’ve come to the right place. Contact me for more info and let’s talk about how I can make you wedding day the best!
3 EASY STEPS FOR YOUR PERFECT PHOTOS
1. CONTACT ME – send a quick message on hello@vanessativadar.com and check my availability
2. MEET ME ONLINE – we’ll schedule a video call where we can meet and discuss more about your big day and my approach to weddings and photography
3. SIMPLY ENJOY – I’m there for you on your wedding day, so you can just be yourself and be happy. I’ll take care of the rest 🙂
Wedding Photographer Goričke iže
When a couple dreams of a wedding that feels different, intimate and deeply connected to nature and local tradition, they often look for places where life seems to slow down. Goričke iže in Križevci, in the heart of Goričko Landscape Park, is one of those special places in Prekmurje. It is a unique collection of lovingly restored and newly built cottages – Indašnja iža, Velbana iža, Konopljina iža and others – combining traditional Prekmurje architecture with modern comfort.
Thatched roofs, natural materials, hemp walls, tiled stoves, a private swimming pool and a sauna inside an oak barrel create an atmosphere that feels homely and almost magical at the same time. A wedding in such a setting is much more than a single event. It becomes an experience that stays with you for years.
This is also where the right wedding photographer makes a real difference. You need someone who can capture more than the beauty of the surroundings. The photographs should also preserve the sense of peace, warmth and authenticity that makes Goričke iže so special.
Vanessa Tivadar, a wedding photographer with extensive experience in Prekmurje and beyond, also offers wedding photography at Goričke iže. Her approach focuses on spontaneity, natural light and genuine emotions rather than excessive posing, making her style a natural fit for this unique location.
Why choose Goričke iže for your wedding?
Goričke iže are not a conventional hotel or a large wedding venue. Instead, they offer a private retreat surrounded by the unspoilt landscape of Goričko, where traditional elements meet contemporary comfort.
Indašnja iža is a traditional Prekmurje house restored using materials and techniques inspired by the region’s heritage. Its thatched roof and tiled stove give the interior a particularly warm character. Velbana iža is located in the centre of the complex, near the swimming pool, and combines handmade brick walls, large wooden windows and rustic furnishings.
Konopljina iža stands out for its ecological construction using hemp shiv. The material helps regulate humidity and contributes to a distinctive indoor climate. Each cottage has its own character, giving couples plenty of options when planning their stay and wedding.
The surrounding area adds even more to the experience. There are peaceful walking routes, the nearby Goričko Landscape Park, cycling opportunities and plenty of ways to discover local food and wine. Traditional Prekmurje specialities, including gibanica and bograč, can become part of the celebration as well.
For a wedding, this kind of setting offers something that is increasingly difficult to find: privacy. You can arrange an intimate ceremony on a terrace, in the garden or near one of the cottages. Guests can stay in the other houses, while the evening can continue beside the pool or around a fire.
For a wedding photographer, the location offers endless possibilities. Morning light coming through wooden windows, reflections on the surface of the pool, traditional architectural details, greenery and warm evening light all become part of the visual story. The photographs do not simply show what happened. They help preserve what the day felt like.
What makes a good wedding photographer at Goričke iže?
At an intimate venue where everything feels personal and close, the photographer needs to know when to step forward and when to stay in the background. There is no need to constantly arrange poses or interrupt conversations.
The most memorable photographs often happen naturally. It might be the bride’s expression when she enters the iža, the couple holding hands beside the tiled stove, laughter on the terrace or a quiet moment together beside the pool at sunset.
This is where Vanessa Tivadar’s approach works particularly well. Her photography is natural and documentary in style. Rather than constantly directing the couple, she allows moments to unfold and captures them as they happen. The result feels personal rather than staged.
That approach is especially fitting for Goričke iže. The surroundings already have so much character that there is little need to create artificial scenes. The atmosphere, the architecture, the landscape and, most of all, the people provide everything needed for beautiful photographs.
Vanessa knows Prekmurje and Goričko and understands how different lighting conditions can influence the final images. She can work with the soft light inside traditional cottages as well as the changing conditions outdoors. Her experience with weddings at intimate locations in the region and with destination weddings also allows her to adapt easily to different wedding plans.
Her goal remains simple: to create photographs that still carry the same feeling of happiness and connection many years later.
What can you expect from wedding photography at Goričke iže?
The process begins with a conversation. Vanessa takes the time to learn about your story, your plans and the kind of wedding you have in mind. A video call is often a good way to discuss the schedule, the moments that matter most to you and how the different spaces at Goričke iže can be used throughout the day.
On the wedding day, she can join you from the preparations onwards. She captures the small details, the atmosphere, the ceremony, portraits of the couple around the property and the celebration with your family and friends.
Her presence is calm and unobtrusive. You do not need to spend the day thinking about where to stand or what to do with your hands. You can talk, laugh, hug your family and enjoy the celebration while Vanessa watches for the moments worth preserving.
The final photographs have a natural, emotional and cinematic feel. They retain the character of the location and the atmosphere of the day rather than turning everything into an overly polished production.
You can also choose an approach that suits your plans. This may mean full-day wedding coverage, a shorter elopement package for a very private celebration or an additional session before or after the wedding.
Because Goričke iže are a smaller and more intimate complex, they are particularly suitable for couples who want the photography to focus on details, emotions and the people who are actually there.
Why choose a local photographer for Goričko?
Goričko has a character of its own. The rolling landscape, forests, vineyards, small villages and changing light create a setting that looks different throughout the day.
A photographer who knows the region can make better use of these surroundings. They know where a particular type of light works well, which areas provide more privacy and how to plan portraits around the changing conditions.
Vanessa Tivadar has been photographing weddings in Prekmurje for years. Her familiarity with the region can make the practical side of the day easier as well. Instead of spending time figuring everything out from scratch, the focus can remain on you, your guests and your story.
And on a wedding day, having someone calm and reliable around you matters. The photographer is present for many of the day’s important moments, so it helps when you feel comfortable in their company.
How does the collaboration work?
The first step is simple. Get in touch through Vanessa Tivadar’s website or by email and check whether she is available on your wedding date.
After that, you can arrange a meeting or video call. This gives you an opportunity to talk through your plans, get to know each other and discuss the type of photographs you would like to have after the wedding.
On the day itself, Vanessa takes care of the photography while you concentrate on everything else. Whether you are exchanging vows surrounded by a few loved ones, enjoying dinner on the terrace or watching the sunset beside the pool, the goal is to let the day happen naturally.
The photographs then become a way of returning to those moments. Years later, you can look back at the details of the cottage, the expressions of your guests, the landscape around you and, most of all, the way you felt when you were there.
A wedding surrounded by the character of Prekmurje
Goričke iže offer a setting where a wedding can feel personal from beginning to end. Traditional architecture, natural surroundings, privacy and modern comforts come together without taking away the character of the place.
For couples who do not want a large hotel or a conventional wedding hall, this can be a wonderful alternative. Your closest people can stay nearby, the day can unfold at a relaxed pace and the landscape becomes part of the celebration.
The right wedding photographer helps preserve all of this. Not just the ceremony or the portraits, but the atmosphere between those bigger moments – the laughter, the nervousness before saying “I do”, a hug from a parent, a glance between the newlyweds and the quiet moments when everyone simply enjoys being together.
Vanessa Tivadar offers wedding photography at Goričke iže with a natural, emotional and unobtrusive approach. Her photographs are created to tell your story rather than follow a rigid formula.
Ready to capture your story at Goričke iže?
If you are planning a wedding at Goričke iže and want photographs that feel natural, personal and connected to the place where your story unfolds, Vanessa Tivadar can be part of your day.
Write to Vanessa at hello@vanessativadar.com or visit vanessativadar.com to check availability and arrange a conversation. Your wedding deserves photographs that do more than show what the day looked like. They should bring back the feeling of being there – surrounded by the people you love, the landscape of Goričko and the moment when you said “yes”.