Documentary Wedding Photography Portfolio

Real moments, honestly captured.

This page is full of examples of documentary wedding photography - unprompted, unposed images from real, recent weddings across the UK. I strive to tell the full story of a wedding, from the moment I start to the moment I leave. So you won’t find photos of dresses hanging in trees, or lots of group photos here. You’ll find real moments.

I want to take photos that delight you when you see them, that transport you back in time, that make you laugh, or cry, or feel something beyond ‘how nice’. I want to tell the full story of your wedding, featuring all your guests, because it’s more than just a couples photoshoot.

You can read more about my approach here, and click here to see my wedding photography packages.

A lively scene at a wedding reception showing a woman in a white dress and sneakers dancing with a man in orange pants and a white shirt. They are surrounded by guests watching and smiling, under a decorated tent with hanging green and yellow streame
A young girl in a light pink dress laughing and holding a fluffy brown puppy on a leash, with two boys in formal attire looking at her, all outdoors on a stone-paved area.
A bridesmaid tops up a bride's lipstick while a groom drinks a coffee
wedding guests wave their napkins in the air in excitement as they wait for the newly married couple to enter the room at Talhenbont Hall
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Photograph of two men dancing at a wedding reception at Yellow Arch Studios in Sheffield
A person dressed in white with feathered details on their clothing, sitting with hands clasped, against a dark background.
A wedding ceremony with a bride, groom, and officiant standing in front of seated guests on a cobblestone surface, with floral arrangements.
A row of children looking bored in church during a wedding ceremony
People dancing and celebrating at a party with colorful lights and a lively atmosphere.
A newly married couple, a bride in a white lace wedding dress and veil holding a bouquet of red and white flowers, and a groom in a dark suit, stand at a pedestrian crossing waiting for the walk signal on a city street on a sunny day. A blue double-d
A bride and a woman, possibly a bridesmaid, standing in a room with children. The bride in a white dress is applying makeup in front of a mirror, while the woman in a satin gown holds a bouquet. Two girls in white dresses and flower crowns dance and
People celebrating at a party with a person being lifted or falling upside down, with purple lighting and a chandelier in the background.
Children playing outdoors at a festival wedding in Cheshire, with teepees and string lights in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.
A man in a tuxedo is standing on the marble staircase at Stockport Town Hall. There is a woman in a white dress at the top of the staircase and a man in a tuxedo.
A group of women dressed in red and pink dresses, sitting with flowers on their laps, at a wedding ceremony in Liverpool.
Four men wearing colorful suits and floral buttonholes at an outdoor event with decorative ribbons hanging overhead and vibrant orange and black art in the background.
Photograph of an elderly white haired woman downing a shot of alcohol while people in the background can be seen toasting. Photo taken during speeches at a wedding at Lost wedding venue in Wirral
Women dressed in colorful, floral dresses are smiling and mingling outdoors, surrounded by vibrant flowers, with green trees in the background.
Photograph of three young boys at the end of a wedding day, all with balloons shaped into weapons and hats, with glowsticks and whistles. They look exhausted and two are eating pizza. Photo taken at Whatton House Tipi wedding venue in Loughborough.
Photograph of two groomsmen fixing a tiered wedding cake shaped piñata to the beams of a tipi at Duddon Mill Farm in Cheshire. One of the groomsmen is smiling while the other sits on his shoulders, his face obscured by the piñata.
Close up photograph of a man wearing a blue shirt, holding a bottle of beer, a lit cigarette and a fondant potato during a wedding reception. He has tattooed hands and is wearing a button hole.
Photograph of groups of wedding guests standing outside a pub in Manchester. In the foreground, a man in a sunhat holds a small boy upside down.
Photograph of a colourful wedding cake melting in the summer heat in a marquee in Manchester. In the background wedding guests can be seen at various tables.
People gathered on a red double-decker bus decorated with green foliage and yellow flowers; some are talking, while others sit relaxed or stand on the bus's upper deck.
Woman with short blonde hair and white shirt holding a large fan umbrella with the name 'St. Janice's Place' written on it, standing outside in a garden area with flowers and plants, in front of a dark wooden building.
Group of people standing in two lines in a forest, clapping, smiling, and taking photos during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Photograph of a woman having her makeup applied on her wedding morning in Manchester. The lower part of her face is visible in a mirror.
Photograph of a bride eating a canape while her bridesmaids react with various expressions.
close up detailed photograph of a bride and groom getting in their vintage VW beetle at their wedding in Stockport. She is holding flowers, while he holds a carrier bag and a can of lager.
A group of women dancing and celebrating at a party with purple lighting, some holding paper fans, one woman in a silver dress with a veil smiling and raising her arms.
A smiling woman with curly red hair wearing heart-shaped sunglasses and a lace dress, being embraced by a man with a beard and short hair, wearing a beige suit. They are dancing at their wedding with blurred warm lights and bunting in the background.
A woman in a white dress smiling at a man in a black tuxedo during a wedding ceremony at Hallé St Peters. The scene is inside a brick-walled venue with tall windows and floral decorations.
Three elderly people engaged in conversation, leaning in close, in the great hall at Peckforton Castle moments before a wedding ceremony is due to start.
A woman in a white satin robe holding a glass of wine stands in a living room. A child in colorful pajamas is lying upside down on a sofa, feet in the air, looking at the woman.
A layered image of a bride and her mother both having makeup applied at the same time.
Group of men in suits and sunglasses socializing outdoors, holding green glass bottles of beer. A young child in a stroller drinks from a bottle while one man appears to be talking or drinking. The setting is a sunny day near a grassy area with trees
People dressed in formal attire, sitting at long banquet tables decorated with flowers and candles, attending a celebration or wedding reception in an Italian outdoor courtyard.
Man in a gray blazer reading from a paper at a decorated banquet table with guests listening in the background.
A wedding ceremony with a bride and groom standing before an officiant. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo with glasses and the bride is wiping away tears. Guests are seated in the background in a well-lit room with large windows and floral decorati
People gathered outdoors at a celebration or party, with two women in conversation, one in a red dress and the other in a blue floral dress, while a man in a light gray suit adjusts his tie in the foreground, and others are seen in the background wit
A bride and groom walking hand in hand beneath large classical columns at St George's Hall in Liverpool on a sunny day.
A child hides under a bride's gauze veil.
A bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony at Styal Lodge, with guests in the background.
Group of well-dressed people at an outdoor party, laughing and watching a person fall over in a game of limbo on a grassy field with trees and cloudy sky in the background.
A young girl in a pink dress with blonde hair and white bows reaching out to touch a dog during a gathering with several women, including a woman in a floral dress and another in a cream-colored top, outdoors in bright sunlight.
A person receiving makeup application, with someone applying makeup near their eye while holding brushes, wearing colorful nail polish, and having small flowers in their hair.
Nighttime scene of a lit carnival tent with people inside, surrounded by darkness and distant lights, at wedding reception in the Peak District.
Close-up of a couple's hands showing wedding rings, with a bouquet of orange and red flowers, and a woman wearing a white dress and the man in a checkered suit.
A woman in a white dress smiling at a man in a suit outdoors with yellow flowers in the background.
A person in a dark suit and glasses reaching for a wine glass on a dining table with a bottle of wine, empty glasses, and a name card that reads 'Phil'. Another person wearing a floral shirt is partially visible in the foreground.
A bird's-eye view of a social gathering at a long wooden dining table with several people sitting and standing around. The table is decorated with flowers, candles, wine, glasses, bottles, plates, napkins, and name cards. Some individuals are in form
Black-and-white photo of two young girls sitting on the floor inside a cafe, engaged in conversation. An older woman, likely their grandmother, is sitting nearby with her legs crossed, holding a purse. There is a guitar on a stand behind the girls, a
A group of people at a wedding reception outdoors, laughing and dancing near a brick building. A girl in a white dress is standing in the foreground, and everyone is enjoying the celebration.
A lively indoor gathering with multiple people, including children and adults, engaging in animated conversation and interactions. A woman holding a wine glass is standing while talking to a young girl in a white dress, who is holding an older woman'
A bride and groom are holding hands and smiling at each other during their wedding ceremony outdoors at night, with string lights hanging in the background.
A person holding a smartphone displaying a heartfelt message on the screen, with their other hand covering their mouth in an emotional gesture. The person is wearing a red garment and rings, and the background is dark and blurry.
A woman in a white bathrobe drinking from a colorful mug, seated on a beige sofa in a bright room while her two bridesmaids do each others make up in the foreground
Young girl walking down a red carpet aisle during a wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests and floral arrangements in the Great Hall at Peckforton Castle
A man in a light gray suit carrying a young child in a matching suit in a garden with green grass, trees, and two wooden benches.
Group of people socializing at an outdoor event, with woman in blue dress and a man in a blue jacket in the foreground, woman with red hair and a white dress smiling in the background.
A woman with long blonde hair wearing a green shiny dress is raising her hand, while a young boy wearing sunglasses and a light blue shirt is holding a large yellow inflatable saxophone and appears to be excited or surprised at a party or celebration
People gathered outdoors at a celebration or wedding, dressed in formal and colorful attire, smiling and holding glasses of champagne under a wooden and transparent roof.
Black and white photo of a woman with wavy hair and a young boy sitting side by side, looking towards an indeterminate point outside the frame, in a setting that appears to be an indoor event.
People seated at an outdoor event, viewed through a maze of arms and shoulders, with the focus on a woman holding a man with white hair and sunglasses, while children sit nearby and others smile in the background.
An elderly woman with gray hair and wearing a blue patterned dress is sitting on a couch, smiling and engaging with three young children. The children are dressed in white dresses, and appear to be part of a celebration or special event. One girl has
Close up black and white photograph of tattooed woman hugging her grandmother from behind. Their faces are not fully visible, but they are both smiling. The older woman is resting her hands on the younger woman's arm.
A group of people seated outdoors, watching an event, some cheering, clapping, and smiling, with trees in the background.
Close-up image of two men holding hands on their laps, seated next to each other. One man is wearing a patterned shirt and the other is in a suit jacket and white shirt.

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