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Timeless Wedding Photography for Today’s Couples
Nestled in the stunning South Downs National Park, Light and Downs offers elegant, natural wedding photography designed to tell your unique love story. Serving couples across West Sussex and southern England, this service focuses on capturing the real, unscripted moments that make your wedding day truly special.
An Elegant, Natural Style That Feels Genuine
Light and Downs combines the polished look of editorial photography with the heartfelt honesty of documentary style. Whether it’s a quiet glance or a burst of laughter, every image reflects the true emotions of your celebration. The photographer’s unobtrusive approach means these moments are captured naturally, without interrupting your day.
Meet Declan Scammell, Your Expert Photographer
Behind Light and Downs is Declan Scammell, an award-winning wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience. With a rich background in fashion, lifestyle, and fine art photography, Declan brings a creative and expert eye to every wedding. His goal is to make your photography experience relaxed and enjoyable, so your photos feel like a natural part of your day.
What You Can Expect from Light and Downs
- A calm, unobtrusive presence that lets you enjoy your day without distraction.
- Candid, authentic images that capture the true spirit of your wedding.
- Photography inspired by the natural beauty of the English countryside and soft, natural light.
- A timeless collection of photos that celebrate the love and joy of your wedding day.
Message from the team
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
At the start of 2025 we had the pleasure of shooting a wedding in the bamboo forests of kyoto japan, it has been a highlight for us.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Timeless, refined, approachable, breathtaking, elegant.
What about your business are you most proud of?
Building up a small buisness thats been able to
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Meet all your vendors and find people you enjoy spending time with!
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Dungeon and dragon themed tables! I love it when you see a couple's personality shine through.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
We go for a coffee and start from there, its all about getting to know each other and work from there!
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
The kiss at the altar, it's a classic for a reason! And we all love turning to it in a wedding album
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Ive taken a few cheeky ones! But my favourite was A cheeky “behind-the-dress” shot as they both disappeared behind a doorway, all suggestion, no reveal!
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Overcast skies create soft, flattering light (a photographer’s dream!) and add a sense of romance and intimacy to your images. If rain is in the forecast, embrace it. Bring a few clear umbrellas, then we can choose covered spots with natural light, and trust your photographer to adapt creatively.
Describe how you got into photography.
It started from a young age, i loved the creativity and seeing the joy on peoples faces