Wedding photography planning

Maybe the idea of repeating someone else’s words makes you whisper, “This isn’t us.” Or perhaps a civil ceremony focused on legalities feels cold. If your heart longs for a more personal start to married life – and for photos that radiate that truth – a celebrant-led ceremony could be the most meaningful choice.

Your wedding photos are nearly ready (eek!) – so how do you want to see them for the first time? With a cosy night in, a family premiere, a soulful ritual…? Need some inspo? This guide is full of ideas to help you plan an intentional photo reveal that feels as joyful as the day itself.

When it comes to meaningful wedding venues, there’s no place like home. Intimate settings, personal memories, and the freedom to do things your way. But whilst sentimental, a wedding at home is far from simple. And it’s not just the power, parking, and portaloos … garden receptions bring unique photography challenges too. Read on to skip the stress and steal from the scores of private-home weddings I’ve photographed.

Your wedding to-do list is officially complete. All that’s left to do now is enjoy the rest of your lives together. Except … is that really it? IMHO, there should be one more thing on your to-do list… and that’s print your photos. But why bother? And where should you get them? Here’s a complete guide on printing your wedding photos like a pro…

If you’ve ever thought something along the lines of … “My photographer hasn’t shot at my venue before. I love their work (and they’ve reassured me it doesn’t matter that they haven’t worked there before) but it’d really put my mind at ease if they were familiar with it.” … then read on to find […]

A wedding photographer’s guide on what to look for in a wedding venue to get magical photos Where will you two tie the knot? It’s a big decision. Gulp! Not least because it’ll be the backdrop to most, if not all, of your wedding photos. So how can you choose a venue that enhances your […]

You’ve made your family photo list. You’ve discussed potential portrait locations. And now you’re wondering what you need to do for the natural photos. In this guide, I’ll explain exactly how to get documentary wedding photos you’ll love and cherish.

Wedding traditions. Love ‘em? Hate ‘em? Don’t know that the heck to do with ‘em? Read on for ideas on how to tackle wedding traditions – including how to make them feel right for you and why that’s important for your photos.

Worried wet weather will spoil your wedding photos? Or, at the very least, guarantee you sing “It’s like raaaaain on your wedding daaaay” in your mind on repeat all day? Fret not. I’m here to reassure you that rain won’t ruin your wedding photos! Here’s how you can find the silver lining in rainy wedding photos.

Windy wedding photos are the forgotten middle child of the wedding photography world. Sure, everyone might stress about the more (in)famous photo worries like rain and cold. But tbh wind wreaks the most havoc … even though it can be a blessing. Read on to find out how to get great wedding photos on a windy day.

When it comes to braving the hazards of the UK weather as a wedding photographer, I’m a little like Elsa: The cold never bothered me anyway. But when my Nikons and I are sweltering in the sunlight? Yep, colour me worried. But summer wedding photography doesn’t have to be too hot to handle.

Dreaming of magical winter wedding photos? You’ve got great taste. The only thing better than a white Christmas is a white, wintery wedding. It’s your signed permission slip to light the fires and load up on hot chocolates and cuddles, too. What’s not to love? Well … maybe the cold. But that’s manageable. Let me explain how.

The iconic confetti wedding photo is one of my most requested pictures. But what makes them so special? And how can you set yourself up to get the very best confetti photo possible? Come along with me as I throw you all my pro confetti photo secrets.

If you’re a mother of the bride, a mother of the groom, a step-mum, or a mother figure going by any other name … this is for you.

Sometimes, you don’t know how much you need something until you see it. And then … you can’t imagine being without it. Like that time hubs bought me a slanket – so soft, warm, and relaxing. It’s exactly the same with golden hour wedding photos! Scroll down to steal my top tips on how to […]

Have you got one must-have wedding photo? One you’re really looking forward to seeing? When I asked this question on the ‘gram, 75% of couples replied with the same thing … a reveal shot. Yep, everyone loves a surprise! Everything you need to know about reveal wedding photos There’s no denying it. Your loved ones’ […]

I’m such a lucky duck to have so many amazing country house wedding venues within a bouquet’s toss of home. Places like Boughton House, Fawsley Hall, Holdenby House, Kelmarsh Hall…  I love them all. It’s a dream to photograph weddings at these venues. They’re bursting with amazing architecture, gorgeous gardens and sprawling grounds. Which means […]

I photograph all sorts of weddings.  Formal church affairs, chic civil ceremonies, festival style unions, raucous tipi raves, intimate garden parties, relaxed rustic receptions… And whilst each one is totally different, they all have something in common: The couple’s main intention is “for everyone to just have a great time”. Because we’ve all been there.  […]

I hear you. You’d like posed photos as well as natural photos. Because those two things play different roles… The posed photos bring back your family history and heritage in a way that natural photos can’t. And the natural photos bring back feelings and people’s personalities in a way that posed photos can’t. And together, […]

Every step you take, every move you make, every vow you take … it’s all eyes on you. All day. Which is great if you love the spotlight, but problematic if you’re more of a private person. As an introvert, you’d probably rather skinny dip with sharks than even think about being the centre of […]

I bet my orange chocolate buttons you’ve heard these six words at least once: “Your wedding day will fly by!” Yep, I heard that all the time when hubs and I were planning our wedding. But the reality didn’t sink in until we suddenly found ourselves driving down the M1 to Heathrow airport the day […]

It happens at pretty much every wedding …  … A David Bowie ‘Let’s dance’ ringtone interrupting the vows. Photos of people taking photos. And guests posting pics to Insta before you’ve even uttered “I do”, let alone seen them yourselves – which is even worse if they’re unflattering and you then spend days fretting about […]

… and love the experience of being photographed as much as you love the actual photos How do you feel when someone pulls out a camera? Elegant and at ease like Meghan & Harry on the steps of St George’s Chapel? Or more like Chandler Bing grimacing for his engagement photo? Channeling Chandler?  Grab a […]

Weddings are a marketing mecca for words like ‘happy’, ‘perfect’ and ‘celebration’.  Well, durrr. Ain’t no-one interested in fear-based articles promising a day of doom and gloom. (Tabloids and Broadsheets excepted.) But still, perfection is an unrealistic ideal. It’s rare for a wedding to be 100% fairytale. And there are lots of reasons why it […]

The implications for your wedding photography if you don’t arrive on time “The ceremony started on time today!” is a newsworthy tale to tell my hubs when I get home from shooting a wedding.   I’ve photographed hundreds of weddings and can count on one hand the number of ceremonies that have started on time. It’s […]