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Welcome to my little corner of the internet, where stories are told through a lens and every moment is captured with care. If you’re here, you’re likely looking for an honest wedding photography experience. One that focuses on real moments, genuine emotions, and the unique story of your day. This blog is where I share my journey as a wedding photographer, my tips for couples, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the weddings I have the privilege to capture.

My approach is all about connection and authenticity, you can read more about it here    
I focus on unposed wedding photography and candid couple photos, ensuring that your love story is told in a way that feels genuine. Whether it’s natural couple portraits, relaxed couple photos, or spontaneous moments in between, my goal is to document your day as it happens, without interrupting it.

On this blog, you’ll find inspiration for outdoorsy weddings, forest weddings, pub garden weddings, and even tipi or festival-style weddings. I explore creative ideas, locations, and unique ways to celebrate love outside traditional settings. I also share insights into how I approach each wedding as a creative wedding photographer, tailoring my work to reflect your personality, your day, and your vision.

Every post on this blog is designed to help couples, photographers, and wedding enthusiasts alike. From tips for those planning non-traditional weddings or alternative weddings, to reflections on our favorite shoots, behind-the-scenes stories, and ideas for relaxed couple photos, there’s something here for everyone. I want to celebrate weddings of all shapes and sizes, capturing moments that feel personal, heartfelt, and full of life.

I invite you to explore our blog, discover our approach to storytelling wedding photography, and see why couples trust me to capture their day with honesty, creativity, and care. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, guidance, or simply a dose of wedding photography joy, this blog is your window into the art of authentic, unposed, and heartfelt photography.

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Why An Engagement Session Might be the Best Thing You Do Before Your Wedding I’m going to let you in on a little secret about engagement sessions… Almost EVERY couple who enquires says some version of: ‘We hate having our photo taken‘, ‘we don’t photograph well‘, ‘we have no idea what to do in front […]

Why You Should Book an Engagement Session Before Your Wedding

couple hug, knee deep in water at Farnham engagement session

May 12, 2026

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How to Find a Truly LGBTQ+ Friendly Wedding Photographer in Hampshire Planning your wedding should feel exciting. Not like you are scanning suppliers websites trying to work out whether you’re actually welcome. So if you are searching for an LGBTQ+ wedding photographer, settle in. If you are searching for an LGBTQ+ friendly wedding photographer in […]

LGBTQ+ Wedding Photographer Hampshire: How to spot true inclusion

non-binary couple sit on steps sharing first kiss at wedding

May 11, 2026

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Do I need a Second Photographer for my Wedding? If you are planning your wedding and wondering if a second photographer is worth it, you are not alone. Most couples I speak with are trying to balance two things at once. You want as many real, candid moments captured as possible, but you also don’t […]

DO I NEED A SECOND PHOTOGRAPHER FOR MY WEDDING?

April 28, 2026

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My favourite Outdoor Wedding Venues on the South Coast of England. There is something about outdoor wedding venues. And the South Coast gives you many incredible options. Maybe is the mix of wild woodlands, rolling hills, costal light that never behaves the same way twice. Or maybe it’s because couples are leaning towards more relaxed, […]

5 Outdoor Wedding Venues on the South Coast of England | Forests, Vineyards & Costal Spaces

Harewood Forest Outdoor Wedding Venues

April 16, 2026

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There are weddings that feel quietly powerful from the very beginning, and this black tie wedding at Sopley Mill in Dorset, was one for sure. From the moment guests arrived, there was a sense of intention in every detail. Elegant, refined, and deeply emotional, this day reflected everything I love about being a wedding photographer, […]

A Black Tie Wedding at Sopley Mill

Bride and groom walk hand-in-hand on the grass at sunset at Sopley Mill Wedding

December 13, 2025

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A few times a year I get to venture down the coast to the magnificent Southend Barns, and every single time, it delivers. For James and Jasmine, the sunset felt as if it had RSVP’d months in advance. Which I’d like to think we manifested, as when we did their engagement session the weather was […]

A Summer Wedding at Southend Barns

Bride and groom kiss at sunset in the field at Southend Barns

December 12, 2025

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This sustainable celebration showed their love for each other… and the environment, a perfect example of how easy it is to plan a eco-friendly wedding with a little creativity (and help from family and friends).

A New Forest Eco-Friendly Wedding

bride and groom smile at guests as they walk through eco-friendly confetti at church wedding

July 16, 2024

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Katie! Where do we start. We had the most incredible evening down at our Hengistbury Head engagement photoshoot with our dogs. It was just such a wholesome evening, Katie made us feel so comfortable and it was just easy and fun and it made us have so much fun together. The photos, don’t get me started on the photos… they are beautiful, I’m absolutely obsessed. It’s made me even more excited for the wedding!

Embrace the Adventure: Hengistbury Head Engagement Photoshoot

Sunset photo of couple and dogs at Hengistbury Head Engagement photoshoot overlooking Dorset coastline

June 11, 2024

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As a Portsmouth wedding photographer, there’s something truly special about capturing the love stories of couples in the city. Last year, I had the pleasure of photographing a delightful seaside wedding that perfectly showcased and relaxed feel of Portsmouth. From the intimate ceremony at the Portsmouth Registry Office. To the fun-filled reception at a local […]

A Local Seaside Portsmouth Wedding

Bride and Groom walk on Southsea Beach at Sunset for their Portsmouth Wedding Photographer

May 24, 2024

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If you are a lover of rustic barn weddings, outdoor ceremonies bathed in sunlight (and a little wind) and the romance of wheat-fields at sunset, then prepare yourself for this perfect wedding at Gorwell Farm in Dorset.

A Beautiful Wedding at Gorwell Farm, Dorset

Bride and Groom at Golden Hour Sunset at Gorwell Farm, Barn Wedding, Dorset

March 28, 2024

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What struck me most about this wedding was the sense of intimacy. It felt as though time stood still as the couple shared their first kiss as newlyweds, surrounded by their closest family and friends. These are the moments I live to capture, and Chewton Glen provided the ideal backdrop for such authentic expressions of emotion.

Capturing Romance: A Luxurious Chewton Glen Wedding

Bride and groom stand in golden light in Chewton Glen Wedding Garden

March 8, 2024

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So, to all of you adventurous souls dreaming of an Iceland elopement. Seize the opportunity, embark on a wonderous journey and together we can craft an unforgettable moment in your love story, amongst Iceland’s awe-inspiring landscapes

Capturing Iceland: An Epic Adventure for Your Iceland Elopement

March 1, 2024

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Are you dreaming of a spring wedding at Sopley Mill? Take a look at Emily and Tom’s eco-friendly wedding day where they danced on the lawns until sunset.

A Summer Wedding at Sopley Mill

newly wed couple kiss in the Granary room at Sopley Mill

January 31, 2024

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Nestled in the heart of Andover you will find the enchanting Harewood Forest, a hidden gem of a venue that will forever hold a little piece of my heart. For those of you looking for a relaxed, outdoor, sustainable wedding day then you absolutely MUST consider Harewood.

Whimsical Bliss: A Magical Forest Wedding at Harewood, Andover

newly wed couple relaxing on a red sofa outside

January 31, 2024

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When this wonderful couple got in touch and said they wanted to plan their engagement shoot in KEW gardens, I could not have been more excited.  In my opinion, Kew Gardens is one of the most beautiful and iconic locations in London. With breath-taking beauty, it’s no surprise that it has become a popular location for […]

Summer Engagement photoshoot at KEW Gardens

engaged couple, man wearing a white shirt, and woman wearing a red dress smile and run through the grounds of Kew Gardens in front of the Palm House

May 3, 2023

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This intimate wedding was one big advert for how amazing intimate weddings can be! If a big wedding doesn’t feel like you, come take a look.

Intimate Wedding in Oxford

November 22, 2022

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A step-by-step recipe for the perfect spring wedding Let’s play a game, shall we?! Let’s try and plan the perfect spring wedding. To begin with, we’ll need a beautiful country house wedding venue. How about Pylewell Park in Hampshire? That’s pretty much as beautiful as they come. OK, great, that’s the venue sorted. Now let’s […]

Pylewell Park Wedding Photographer

August 26, 2022

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A pre-wedding photoshoot is the perfect way to get comfortable in front of the camera before the big day, have some gorgeous photos of the two of you, have beautiful photos you can use for your wedding invitations, or you can use it to test out a photographer you are thinking of booking for the big day.

Do you need a pre-wedding photoshoot?

July 12, 2022

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Here’s the biggest secret of the destination wedding world. Lake Bled weddings! Don’t believe me? Join me for a Lake Bled wedding fairytale.

Lake Bled Wedding Photographer

Bride and Groom walk down 99 steps at Lake Bled Island wedding

July 1, 2022