My approach 02: Creative Portraits

I LOVE two things above all when photographing weddings –real, unposed moments, and creating beautiful wedding portraits.

Portraits are the only part of the day where I’ll step in a little, and even then, I keep it simple.

Most of your wedding is photographed exactly as it happens, real moments, real reactions, no staging. But for a short pocket of time, we’ll sneak away and make a few genuinely lovely portraits that feel like you, not like you’ve been posed by a PE teacher with a whistle.

I keep it quick and relaxed, usually around 15 minutes. I’ll guide you just enough so you’re not stood there thinking, what do I do with my hands, but it still feels natural. No awkward prom poses, no forced smiles, no dragging you off for an hour while your guests wonder if you’ve done a runner.

Honestly, this bit often becomes a breather. A few quiet minutes together, a reset, a little laugh, then you’re straight back into the fun.

If you’re worried about being “awkward on camera”, join the club. Nearly everyone feels that at first. My job is to make it feel easy, keep it moving, and get you photos you actually love.

If you’re getting married locally, my Northamptonshire wedding photographer page is a good place to start, venues I’ve shot, planning help, and what it’s like having me around on the day.