Taken at a wedding at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond Park, London: A dynamic example of what my photography is about: After the Best Man’s speech (by the Groom’s brother), the pair share a moment which shows the love between them.
Hello, I’m Guy, and I’m a Wedding Photographer covering London & the South East, Cardiff & South Wales & Bristol!
I shoot weddings from the guests’ perspective…
I love the photo above. It’s what I love to shoot and evokes emotion – it’s the kind of photography that a photographer can’t stage – it just happens, and it’s my job to be there when it does.
All brides and grooms cherish the memorable moments of their special day, and an experienced photographer must be able to be in the right spot at the right time to get the shot.
A fun wedding portrait: It always helps when couples are up for having a laugh with it.
Some Brief Wedding Photography FAQs
Q. WE LIKE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY AND ARE READY TO BOOK OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER. WHAT DO WE DO NOW?
A. Please get in touch! You can fill out the form above, email me directly or give me a ring! I’d love to hear all about your wedding day plans and help out where I can.
I have photographed numerous weddings over the years, so please take advantage of my experience and knowledge.
A happy family group portrait outside the rather splendid wedding venue, Hampton Court House.
Q. IN WHICH AREAS CAN YOU PROVIDE OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY?
A. I primarily photograph weddings in two of the UK’s four capital cities: Cardiff and London and their surrounding areas including Bristol…
But do get in touch if you are having your wedding elsewhere, as I may be able to accommodate!
I love to travel as it gets me out and about seeing new areas and meeting new people.
Overview shots are as crucial as close-ups. This panoramic photograph shows who was where at the speeches at this Cardiff wedding.
Q. CAN WE MEET WITH YOU TO DISCUSS OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY BOOKING FACE TO FACE?
A. Yes, absolutely – I encourage this. As well as liking my photographic style, we must get on as people.
If you live near Cardiff or Caerphilly in South Wales, Bristol or London, arranging a meeting will be no problem. I like to make the process as easy as possible for couples and understand that people have busy lives.
So meeting in the evening or at weekends is fine with me.
I don’t think I’ve known this much confetti in one photo at a wedding. I don’t see how the guests managed to get it all in the air at once.
Q. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHIC STYLE?
A. My style is reportage photography which means I shoot in a documentary style and will not intrude or take over your day.
Many couples report that after a while they forgot I was even there but on viewing their photographs, were delighted that I had captured all the wedding day action.
I edit in a mixture of vibrant colour and striking black and white as I think suits the photograph.
My photography is all about fun and emotion, and here, the bride can’t hide her happiness.
Q. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN PHOTOGRAPHING WEDDINGS?
A. I have photographed weddings for ten years now, and remain passionate about telling the story of the day from start to finish…
When a bride rings me gushing about having just seen my images of her day for the first time, it fills me with a deep feeling of warmth and satisfaction that cannot be beaten.
I cut my photographic teeth in London, a destination that speaks for itself. I have photographed close to 200 weddings in a wide variety of venues in the city.
A discreet hug on a very special from father and daughter: Taken at de Courceys Manor near Cardiff, I was there to capture it forever!
I have photographed weddings at venues as small as the iconic Chelsea Old Town Hall to those more grand and historical such as the Tower of London.
As I now work between London and South Wales, I cover an even wider variety of wedding venues.
I look for many perspectives and unusual shots during the wedding day. This shot seems far more memorable than the group shot I photographed seconds before. The hotel guests in the deck chairs give a pleasing, balanced finish to it.
Q. DO YOU COVER GAY/LGBT WEDDINGS?
A. Of course! Since gay marriage became legal in the UK, I love to document these too.
If you’re having a same-sex ceremony, then please contact me to discuss. There are gay wedding FAQs and much more information on my LGBTQ Wedding Photography page.
Eye-contact is so important in good wedding photography. This window-lit portrait shows the love and connection between the couple, both physically and emotionally.
Q. WHAT OTHER TYPES OF PHOTOGRAPHY DO YOU DO?
A. I photograph most things if they are people related:
Children’s birthday party photography is popular these days. The way I shoot them is similar to weddings. They are a celebration, and I must capture the various key moments. It’s funny how similar a child blowing out birthday candles can be to a couple cutting the cake… Sort of!
Kind of related to children’s birthdays is Baby Naming Ceremonies. A lot of people like to celebrate the birth of their little ones with a non-religious family occasion. A baby naming is a perfect way to do this, and I love to document the event.
Another niche I have discovered is Online Dating Profile Photography. With our lives becoming ever more Internet-based, online dating is increasing in popularity. And with that, people require better photography for their profiles. So I am happy to provide the photos to the standard they need to attract their perfect match!
These days, Coronavirus restrictions at weddings are obvious, but they can be quite fun. Here Georgia enters her ceremony in Bristol with her masked parents.
Choosing Your Wedding Photographer in Cardiff, London or Bristol.
Booking your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make regarding your day. It’s essential to get it exactly right!
It is one area where you’ll get what you pay for, so be sure to do your research…
Shortlist and choose wedding photographers whose style you like, and that resonates well with you. If having your day professionally photographed is important to you, the budget should be secondary to this.
I have a short day wedding photography plan to cater to those needing coverage of between 2 and 5 hours. Many couples having a register office ceremony with a small meal afterwards book me for two or three hours, and I’m happy to help them out.
Read More>> How to Choose Your Wedding Photographer: Tips & Ideas.
Weddings are all about family celebration and celebrating the couple’s love and union with each other. I love photography that demonstrates this, such as this toasting photo taken at Pembroke Lodge in Richmond, London.
Some of My Favourite Wedding Venues:
Fitzrovia Chapel – **Westminster’s Top Wedding Venue** – See the main photo at the top of the page.
Old Marylebone Town Hall & Register Office, London
Islington Town Hall Wedding Photography
I love to photograph the contrast between young and old. Although this looks posed, it’s a natural moment between family members at the opposite end of the age spectrum.
I work between South Wales/Bristol and London, but am very active and take photography bookings throughout the UK.
I cover all of South Wales including Cardiff, Caerphilly, Newport, Swansea, Llantrisant, Abergavenny, Barry, Penarth and Pontypridd.
