Richard Mc Carthy Photography

Richard Mc Carthy Photography Creative Portrait, Wedding & Commercial Photographer
Visit www.richardmccarthy.ie for more details
087 2158031 - [email protected]

I am a husband to a beautiful wife, a father of 2 happy girls,a brother of 9 incredible men & women, a son to the best mum & dad i could ask for, an uncle of 35 talented kids & a friend to everyone I meet............. I’m also a professional photographer.

🥳👏🏻 BRAVO FOLKS 👏🏻🥳I just love documenting weddings at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo.  Well done Denise & team, Th...
02/04/2026

🥳👏🏻 BRAVO FOLKS 👏🏻🥳

I just love documenting weddings at the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo.
Well done Denise & team, The new ballroom looks fantastic 👏🏻

This has hit me hard today. Firstly, I can’t believe, I’m the same age as him and to die so young has frightened the hel...
12/02/2026

This has hit me hard today.

Firstly, I can’t believe, I’m the same age as him and to die so young has frightened the hell out of me!

I grew up watching Dawsons Creek.
My wife & I use to love to listen to the CD soundtrack every time we drove home from Dublin when we were dating.

Our 2nd date was watching “Varsity Blues” in the Ambassador Theatre at the top of O’Connell St in Dublin when it use to be a cinema.

So, I’m here listening to the melodies of Paula Cole & P.J. Olsson while editing weddings and it takes me back to a time before mortgages, weddings & kids, when we were carefree and had our whole lives ahead of us in the early 2000’s.

I’m proud of what we’ve achieved but now I’m 48 and I need constant motivation to keep focused on changing for the better .

In January, I took a hard look in the mirror and didn’t like what I saw. An overweight 48 year old grey haired dude with sleep apnea and fondness for chips and chocolate (not at the same time).

So back in January, I decided to change my bad habits and try to live a better life so I will be around to see my own daughters get married.

I joined a gym ( 😭) and I’m trying to eat healthier and getting regular checkups with my GP.

Days like this give me the motivation to keep going.

So, for any of my Gen X friends, take note of JVDB passing as a kick in the ass to get healthy and enjoy life !

RIP Dawson. 💔

There’s a reason why I’m always behind the camera. 😀😂🥳. Attending the  wedding industry awards in  tonight as finalist “...
03/02/2026

There’s a reason why I’m always behind the camera. 😀😂🥳. Attending the wedding industry awards in tonight as finalist “wedding photographer of the year” and supporting the great wedding suppliers of the north west. Best of luck everyone 🤞🏻

27/01/2026

The new Ballroom in the is finished and ready for the 2026 season.

I’m so excited to be shooting the first wedding there with the new ballroom next week.

I’m also delighted to be attending their fantastic Wedding Showcase at the Radisson Hotel Sligo

✨ Sunday February 15th @ 2pm

✨ See their stunning newly refurbished ballroom
✨ Meet top wedding suppliers & get lots of tips & advice
✨ Informative talk by their multi award winning wedding co-ordinator Denise

📌 RSVP Only – limited spaces – Only open to couples considering the Radisson Sligo for their big day

👉 Book early & start planning your dream day 💖

RSVP to [email protected]

Still recovering from a wild weekend at the .p.p.v.a Conference & Gala. It was a fantastic experience to meet so many ph...
26/01/2026

Still recovering from a wild weekend at the .p.p.v.a Conference & Gala. It was a fantastic experience to meet so many photographers & videographers from across Ireland that have such passion and dedication that I can’t help but feel love for what we do and a spirit of community and friendship.

Unfortunately,I didn’t win this year but it was a great night to be even in the running with such fantastic wedding photographers across Ireland

Congrats to and on their wins in the wedding categories, truly deserved and to the phenomenal images by the finalists as seen in the pics here.

It only encourages me to keep upping my game, try new things and maybe next year, I might be bringing home some IPPVA glass 🤞

A brilliant moment for Jacqueline and Jason and one that had everyone smiling before the celebration. tradition you will...
25/01/2026

A brilliant moment for Jacqueline and Jason and one that had everyone smiling before the celebration. tradition you will only ever see at an Irish country wedding. 🌾🤍

A rural wedding tradition, hay bales dressed as the bride and groom, and a surprise sign inspired by Father Ted, complete with a very familiar scene. 🌾😂

A brilliant moment for Jacqueline and Jason and one that had everyone smiling before the celebrations continued.

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25/01/2026

Two things I quietly create on the wedding day.
Family Frames for parents, and a small album for the couple.

Unexpected, meaningful, and always emotional.
Something printed, something real, something they can take home before the night ends 🤍

Your wedding day does not end after the speeches ✨Some of the most honest moments happen later on. When the formalities ...
21/01/2026

Your wedding day does not end after the speeches ✨

Some of the most honest moments happen later on. When the formalities fade, the nerves are gone, and everyone is fully themselves on the dancefloor 💃🕺 That is when the energy shifts and the real memories unfold.

Staying for the dancing means your gallery tells the full story 🤍 From the anticipation in the morning to the laughter, movement, and joy that fills the room at night. These are often the images couples come back to again and again.

If you want your photos to reflect how the day truly felt, not just how it looked, that extra time makes all the difference ✨

If you are planning your wedding and want coverage that captures it all, feel free to reach out 💬 I would love to chat through what works best for your day.

Most couples tell me the same thing after their wedding.They did not realise how much having the right photographer woul...
20/01/2026

Most couples tell me the same thing after their wedding.
They did not realise how much having the right photographer would shape the day itself.

It is not about posing or performing.
It is about feeling comfortable, supported, and fully present while everything unfolds.

That is always my focus.
To let the day happen naturally, while quietly capturing the moments that matter most.

Nothing says more than hearing it from the couples themselves 🤍Trust like this is everything.If you’re planning your wed...
18/01/2026

Nothing says more than hearing it from the couples themselves 🤍

Trust like this is everything.

If you’re planning your wedding and want photography that feels real, I’d love to chat ✨

16/01/2026

Make sure to get your wedding photos printed !

To make this as easy as a click, I've introduced a new print service on my Wedding galleries with 5x7 prints for as little as €1 delivered to your door.

Address

Humbert Street
Tubbercurry
F91PHC0

Opening Hours

Monday 10pm - 3am
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

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