READING TIME: 2 min 44 sec
PUBLICATION DATE: 12/05/2025
Some creative paths begin slowly; others spark like a sudden revelation. For Aoife, who spent years immersed in photography — from classic portraiture to fashion and countless weddings — the turning point arrived in Barcelona.
She recalls the moment clearly:
“A workshop in Barcelona brought on this aha moment, it ignited a realisation that videography was not just a passion, but a calling I needed to pursue with my love, Emilly.”
That shift didn’t just lead to a career pivot. It created a new shared vision.
With Emilly’s background in biomedical science and electronics engineering and Aoife’s artistic foundation in photography and motion, their two worlds fused naturally. In 2019, NONFICTION LOVE was born — a brand rooted in emotion, artistry, and a desire to preserve the soul of a wedding day.
When describing their aesthetic, Aoife & Emilly gravitate toward a simple truth:
Refined, nostalgic and romantic. We are not just wedding filmmakers, we are storytellers of legacy.
Their films lean into quiet observation and intuitive storytelling — capturing movement, silence, atmosphere, and connection with equal care. Each wedding becomes its own emotional universe.
Their approach is as thoughtful as it is artistic:
“Our process is intentional and immersive, to truly understand each couple, their story, and the quiet nuances that make their love uniquely theirs.”
They bring an editorial eye, cinematic nuance, and a sense of timeless elegance into everything they create.
While artistic instinct guides their storytelling, their equipment supports the craft.
Canon, Leica, Fuji, DJI, Godox, Zoom — the list goes on.
Their toolkit is vast, but chosen with purpose. It allows them to explore movement, embrace light, and honour intimate moments without disrupting them.
What they love most about this work is simple: love itself.
As they beautifully put it:
“We feel deeply privileged to document weekends filled with connection, emotion, and the union of two families.”
They use these shared experiences to inspire creativity — swapping stories of missed moments, uncovering unexpected gems, and refining narratives in the edit with touches crafted specifically for each couple.
For us, it’s more than a profession, it’s a celebration of love in its most authentic form.
For NONFICTION LOVE, the process begins long before the wedding.
“Spending a lot of time getting to know them on a personal level… what really matters most to them.”
Understanding the couple’s love language allows Aoife & Emilly to focus on what will matter most in 30 years — the glances, gestures, laughter, hands intertwined, families uniting.
Their films are built on trust, connection, and genuine presence.
Couples often struggle to choose the filmmaker who will preserve one of the most important days of their lives. Aoife & Emilly encourage an intuitive, thoughtful approach:
“Take your time reviewing portfolios… Great creative collaborations are rooted in good energy.”
Connection is not optional — it’s essential.
Building a brand like NONFICTION LOVE requires courage, curiosity, and community. If they could start again, they’d tell themselves:
“Don’t hold back… Get out, network and meet people, community is essential to grow your business.”
“Spend time building your brand. Ask for help and don’t be shy!”
It’s the kind of advice that turns passion into something lasting.
While they love every place they’ve filmed, the greatest excitement comes from the unknown:
Our favourite destination is the one we have yet to visit.
To them, new places feel like blank canvases — filled with possibility, emotion, and new light to explore.
Aoife & Emilly close with a thought that perfectly encapsulates their philosophy:
“In a world that is moving faster than ever, we believe in slowing down… These are not just videos, they are family heirlooms, crafted to endure, to be felt, and to be passed down for generations to come.”
Their films aren’t simply memories — they’re legacy.
