Relaxed Documentary Wedding Photography — Honest, Emotional, Unposed
Your wedding day isn’t a styled shoot. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime collision of people, nerves, laughter, chaos, love and meaning — and that’s exactly what I photograph.
I work in a natural, documentary style for couples who want to be present, not performed. No stiff posing. No awkward instructions. Just calm guidance when it helps, and real storytelling the rest of the time — capturing the atmosphere, the emotion, and the moments you didn’t even realise were happening.
My approach
I blend in with your guests, keep everything relaxed, and focus on the genuine stuff: the teary hugs, the proud parents, the quiet “we did it” look after the ceremony, and the full-on dancefloor madness later on.
What you’ll receive
A carefully curated gallery that tells the story of your day from start to finish — photos that look beautiful now, and feel even more powerful years from now.
Based in Guisborough, North Yorkshire, covering Yorkshire, the North East, the Lake District and Scotland.
Not at all. Most of my couples say this. I’ll give calm, simple direction when needed, but the majority of your photos come from real moments as they happen — no cringe posing.
Both. I mainly shoot documentary-style, but we’ll still do the key group photos. I keep them organised, quick, and painless so you can get back to your guests.
Think “guided walking and chatting” rather than posing. I’ll put you in good light, give you something easy to do, and let you be yourselves. It’s relaxed, fast, and never awkward.
I blend in like a guest and quietly tell the story as it unfolds. I’ll step in when it helps (timings, portraits, family photos), then step back so your day feels like your day.
Most couples book all-day coverage so nothing feels rushed — from morning prep through to dancing. If you’re planning something smaller, I can cover that too.
You’ll get a carefully curated online gallery. Turnaround depends on the season, but I’ll always confirm your expected delivery timeframe before the wedding.
Yes — I cover North Yorkshire, the North East, the Lake District and Scotland. Travel is usually included within my local area; for further distances I’ll quote it clearly upfront (no surprise extras).
No stress — UK weddings are basically a contract with chaos. I’ll adapt, find great light, and make the most of whatever we get (sometimes the moodier weather makes the best photos).
Nope. I keep portraits short and efficient. You’ll spend far more time enjoying your people than posing for the camera.
You get honest storytelling, calm guidance, and a photographer who genuinely cares about how your day feels. Also, I plant a tree for every wedding I photograph — a small positive mark tied to your big day.