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My style of wedding photography

Relaxed wedding photography with heart If you’re looking for wedding photos that feel natural, emotional and properly you — not stiff, awkward or overly posed — you’re in the right place. I’m a documentary wedding photographer, which means I focus...

Helperby Walled Garden Wedding Inspiration

If you’re planning a Helperby Walled Garden wedding and dreaming of a colourful, personality-filled marquee celebration in North Yorkshire, this is for you. This styled shoot shows exactly what’s possible when you hire a blank canvas wedding venue...

A Spring Micro Wedding at Yorebridge House

There’s something about spring in the Yorkshire Dales that just hits differently. The light softens, the air feels hopeful, and everything is on the cusp of blooming. Emma & Glenn chose that exact sweet spot for their Wedding at Yorebridge...

How to Choose the Right Yorkshire Wedding Band

If you’ve started thinking about music for your Yorkshire wedding, you’ve probably already clocked one thing…there are a LOT of wedding bands out there. Indie bands. Funk bands. Soul bands. Acoustic duos. Sax-and-DJ combos. Full-on party...
Why a Fine Art Wedding Album Is Worth Every Penny

Why a Fine Art Wedding Album Is Worth Every Penny

Now don’t get me wrong – I absolutely love a beautifully framed photo. But there’s something undeniably special about a fine art wedding album. The weight of it in your hands, the texture of the pages, the way it brings your memories to life... It’s a real, tangible...

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What to Do When You Receive Your Wedding Gallery

What to Do When You Receive Your Wedding Gallery

What to Do When You Receive Your Wedding Gallery So, your wedding gallery has arrived – YAY! You’re about to relive the best day of your lives through a collection of beautiful, heartfelt images that tell your story from start to finish. But now what? Don’t worry,...

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Exclusive Hire Middleton Lodge Wedding // Rachel + Joe

Exclusive Hire Middleton Lodge Wedding // Rachel + Joe

Is it worth paying the price to exclusively hire Middleton Lodge for your wedding? Well yes, after photographing this stunning spring wedding, I'd definitely say so. Middleton Lodge is one of North Yorkshire's most exclusive, luxury wedding venues, so if you're going...

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6 Tips for an Unforgettable Wedding Dancefloor

6 Tips for an Unforgettable Wedding Dancefloor

How to nail the wedding dancefloor vibes on your big day Unless you’re planning to have sparklers or fireworks, your first dance will be your last planned ‘event’ of the day. After that, it’s party time. So not only is it our photo opportunity on the timeline, it’s...

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How to Feel Relaxed and Confident in Your Couple Photos

How to Feel Relaxed and Confident in Your Couple Photos

You don’t get many chances to have downtime with each other on your wedding day. Your couple photos are the perfect time to relax and enjoy each others company. And If you ask anyone who’s married for their number one piece of wedding day advice, I bet you they’ll say...

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How to Keep Your Wedding Group Photos Relaxed and Natural

How to Keep Your Wedding Group Photos Relaxed and Natural

Your wedding group photos can be quick, easy, and maybe even (dare I say it?) fun. Or they can be the most boring, frustrating, time-consuming part of your whole day. Let’s make sure it’s the first one. Here are my top tips to help you make sure your wedding group...

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Top tips for your perfect confetti moment

Top tips for your perfect confetti moment

8 tips for planning the perfect confetti shot I’m a huge fan of the perfect confetti moment! It’s bright, it’s colourful and it’s loads of fun. It’s also one of the only parts of your day all your guests can get involved in. And from start to finish, it’ll only take...

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An Intimate Wedding at The Old Deanery, Ripon – Jamie & Ben

An Intimate Wedding at The Old Deanery, Ripon – Jamie & Ben

Jamie and Ben’s intimate wedding at The Old Deanery in Ripon was a beautiful celebration of love, made even more special as they prepared to welcome their little one. Jamie, 28 weeks pregnant, looked radiant, and their laid-back approach created a relaxed and heartfelt day filled with meaningful moments. It was a joy to capture their story, and I can’t wait to photograph their growing family in the future!

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