Romantic Outdoor Summer Wedding at Drakestone House, Gloucester

“Thank you very much. We had a look through them last night and we love them!

Thank you so much, they’re brill.”

Last summer I photographed Sarah & William get hitched at the awesome Drakestone House near Gloucester. I’ve travelled all around the Cotswolds and Gloucestershire photographing weddings but had yet to visit Drakestone. I really want to go back as it’s an amazing venue for a wedding!. As soon as I arrived I found Sarah upstairs in the bedroom and started shooting the bridal prep. You wouldn’t have thought a wedding was about to happen as the atmosphere was so relaxed and chilled out! William was having a drink with his best man and parents in the gorgeous gardens that swept down in front of the property whilst most of the bridesmaids were pottering around tweaking their hair and sharing selfies!

Documentary wedding photography is all about capturing moments and events as they happen, no re enactment, nothing set up or posed just real emotion. I love this style of shooting! in my opinion bride and grooms shouldn’t be worrying about the photography and group shots etc. They should completely relax and enjoy the time together with their friends and family and trust their photographer. How often is it that all of your family come together in one place, probably hardly ever so the last thing you want to be worrying about is photography! Sarah and William totally got this concept and trusted me to do my thing ensuring all they had to do was drink lots, dance and be merry!

I arrived with loads of time to spare before the ceremony and as the whole day was on the same site it meant lots more time for bridal prep pics! All of my packages let you choose the time I start, giving you plenty of flexibility to ensure I’m covering what matters to you! I love bridal prep as it’s the time of the day where brides can chill with their bridesmaids and mum. To share stories, chat and laugh about the old times before a whole new chapter begins. It’s these occasions that real need to be documented!

Woodland Themed Rustic Outdoor Wedding - The Walled Garden at Beestonfield - Nottingham

All i can say is oh my god!! You've done such a brilliant job with capturing the laid back nature of the wedding. We absolutely love the photos! You've managed to capture some great smiles and real laughter!

You're incredibly talented, the framing is fantastic and I have no idea how you had the eye for some of these shots. I love how you've made the colours pop too. I don't think I'll ever look this good again in my life so thank you!

I would say I'd love to have you photograph my wedding again, but that's a bit of a weird thing to say! I'll definitely be recommending you to people who are looking for a photographer though

Now we have the hard choice of picking which ones we want framed, there are so many amazing ones to choose from.

Once again, thank you for being our photographer (and putting up with all the weird slouching! 🤣) these photos will be treasured for our lifetime

Where do I start with the awesome wedding of Natalie & Thomas held at The Walled Garden at Beestonfield, Nottingham. Natalie and Thomas love animals and all things nature so opted for a rustic, woodland themed wedding. They decorated the inside of the beautiful marquee with animals..not real ones I might add! :-) From squirrels and birds to hedgehogs as well as lots of autumn coloured leaves. The tables really looked amazing! It’s these small but important details that help put a personal stamp on a wedding and make the day truly yours.

I’m always prepared for the unexpected and this wedding day was no different. The plan all along was to have the wedding ceremony outside, after all that’s why Natalie and Thomas booked the Walled Garden at Beestonfield, for its incredible outside space. With dark storm clouds approaching and intermittent heavy rain it was looking doubtful if it would happen especially as the chairs had already been moved back inside because of the heavy rain. Thankfully as the registrar arrived the decision was made to go outside. The dream had now become reality for the happy bride and groom. Phew!

Having discussed the details of the wedding day during the booking process Natalie and Thomas were really keen to keep their wedding photography as natural and candid as possible to keep with their natural theme, plus they both said they felt awkward in front of the camera. I was certainly happy to oblige! My style when shooting a wedding is documentary and to make sure I tell the story of the day without imposing photography on the couple and guests. I’m there to document not to manipulate and become the centre of attention. Natalie and Thomas were brilliant during the quick portrait session. They really valued photography and wanted to make sure they had some great images of just the two of them.

I was really happy with how the day panned out and having such an awesome couple to work with. Very relaxed, very informal with lots and lots of warmth and happiness!!

Rustic Romantic Wedding on the Family Farm in Doncaster

“ The pictures are perfect, we absolutely love them and it has brought back so many amazing memories! Thank you so much.”

Ginny & Michael

What a day I had up in the Yorkshire town of Doncaster or Donny as the locals like to call it. Wedding photography takes me all across the country but this was my first visit to Doncaster! I was here to photograph the very awesome couple and two local farmers Ginny & Michael. After driving through the winding country roads I arrived at Michaels family home to take some pics of the boys getting ready before dashing off to see the bride to be at her parents working farm in Tickhill. This was also the venue for the wedding reception. It had the feel of a super cool rusting wedding with giant hay stacks, tractors, barns..just perfect!

After photographing Ginny being made to look even more amazing it was the moment I always look forward too. The tear shedding moment when the father of the bride sees his daughter for the first time in her wedding dress. It didn’t disappoint, there were tears and hugs and more tears and yet more hugs! it didn’t stop there because as soon as the bridesmaids peered around the door and saw Ginny in all white it started all over again! So many great emotions that all good photographers look out for and what makes a wedding day so special.

After the church ceremony something amazing happened to surprise the guests. A band appeared down the street and before I knew it Ginny and Michael had joined them in the street to have a dance! Back on the farm and the marquee was looking immaculate, with blue skies overhead and drinks being served it was time to escape for 20 minutes to take some cool couple shots. I never want a bride and groom to be away from their guests and the party for too long so keep it to 20/30 minutes. We jumped in the 4x4 and headed off to the farming fields that surrounded the family farm.

Another thing that made me smile during the day was Ginny and Michaels arrival into the marque ready to be seated for the wedding breakfast, They were accompanied by the band playing lung bursting tunes and also cheering wedding guests waving white napkins..haha. loved it!

A wedding with colour, guests that knew how to have fun, unexpected surprises and lots of emotion is my kind of wedding!

It really was a spectacular day from start to finish.

Relaxed Bristol Documentary Style Wedding at Kings Western House, Bristol

“ Dear Kevin, Thank you for being the best photographer for our wedding day! We had such a brilliant day and its so lovely to have so many amazing photos to remember all the moments with. You captured the day perfectly and it was a pleasure to have you with us on the day “

Having moved to Malvern in Worcestershire it was fun to head back down the M5 to one of my old stomping grounds, the beautiful city of Bristol to photograph Catriona & Pete get hitched last summer! At the enquiry stage Catriona & Pete made it clear to me that they really wanted candid/natural photographs with just a few more formal images which was music to my ears. I’m never happier than when couples trust me to crack on and document their day in my own unique style.

Catriona spent the morning with her bridesmaids getting ready at her parents home in Bristol. Natural window light is a godsend to a photographer especially documentary wedding photographers such as myself. I’m always looking for rays of light to illuminate my subjects and to create interesting dynamic, strong images so to walk in and see Catriona sitting in front of a lovely large window having her hair and make up done was great news.

A beautiful bride always has to travel to her wedding in style which is why Catriona was collected in a bright yellow open top vintage Triumph Stag sports car, what better way to arrive! The wedding ceremony was held at Holy Trinity Church in Westbury-on-Trym followed by the reception at the impressive Kings Western House.

I shoot over 30 weddings a year and am not just a Bristol wedding photographer but a UK wedding photographer. I love the variety and challenge of shooting weddings in different venues all over the country and the creative spark this gives me. It was my first time photographing a wedding at the Kings Western House and it presented many great backdrops and ideas. I had so much fun during the couple shoot. I like to keep things natural, relaxed and free flowing without that stiff awkward feeling so many couples are worried about.

I worked my way around the venue photographing all the little details that mean so much to the bride and groom but could easily be overlooked and forgotten. After all they have spent many months organising the day, decorating the rooms and even making the decorations themselves so I always want to give them photographic evidence to help them remember how brilliant it all was.

I’m so pleased with the final set of images I provided but what was even more important was that Catriona and Peter were so happy with my work. A great day and amazing couple..more please!

Documentary wedding photography at Bath Spa Hotel, Somerset

We couldn't be happier that we chose to entrust our wedding photography to Kevin. We looked at a number of options, but looking back we are glad we paid a little extra to secure Kevin's services as he delivered exactly what we were looking for.

From the outset Kevin was extremely easy to deal with. We had a great intro call with him and his friendly personality shone through and put us at ease immediately. On the day, he did precisely what he said he would. For the most part he blended into the background - I hardly remember seeing him! - but when he was working more closely with the wedding party or guests he was flexible in his approach and affable and fun to be around.

We are delighted with the photographs he produced. They really are stunning, telling the story of the day and capturing the emotions of the occasion. He did amazingly well to get some creative shots too, making the most of the venue's surroundings despite less than ideal weather conditions.

In addition, we were very impressed with the speed at which he managed to process and edit the photos post wedding. All in all, he provided an excellent all-round service from start to finish and we would highly recommend him to any couples looking for a highly professional, yet personable photographer for their upcoming wedding.

William & Tomomi Fussell - Ota City, Japan.

Having moved away from the beautiful city of Bath many years ago I was really looking forward to going back to photograph the wedding of Tomomi & Will at the MacDonald Bath Spa Hotel. Tomo and Will are based in Japan and had already tied the knot in a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony. Their wedding day at Bath Spa was all about including their UK based family and friends in the wedding celebrations. Will booked me as he loved my wedding portfolio online and felt my documentary style would really capture the day in a genuine honest way. The whole day was held at Bath Spa which meant everyone could just kick back and relax. Despite the cloudy skies, heavy showers and windy conditions we were still able to snatch some precious time outside to take a few group pics and have a walk around the grounds for some fun portraits.

As you have seen from the lovely feedback I have received Tomo and Will loved the images I captured. I shoot dozens of weddings every year but when you come across such a lovely couple like Tomomi and Will who really appreciate the hard work and skill that goes into capturing a wedding day it really makes it worthwhile and reinforces all the reasons why I love my job.

Documentary Wedding Photography at the Swan in Wedmore, Somerset

Kevin, thank you so so much!

These are gorgeous and it’s so wonderful to see moments we didn’t witness on the ya, or had forgotten about.

We’re so glad we chose you, and really appreciate your hard (and quick!) work.

Thanks again,

This summer I photographed a small intimate wedding at the Swan public house in Wedmore, a quaint little village situated in the glorious Somerset countryside. There was a skittle alley at the back of the pub that Katie and Mark used for the wedding ceremony and it worked perfectly. They took the time to decorate it beautifully with a wall of origami birds at the the end where they said their vows. Katie and Mark were full of laughter and love for one another and really wanted their day documented in a subtle way focusing more on their friends and family enjoying the day than lots of posed group photographs, great for my style of photography! The day didn’t feel stiff and formal like you may see at some weddings, instead it flowed so naturally from bridal prep, to ceremony to people chilling out in the garden! There was nothing not to love about this wedding, mates, laughter, sun, and expressive, friendly bride and groom..more please! :-)

Colourful Woodland Wedding Photography in the Devon Countryside

“ The photos look incredible. We couldn’t be happier!

Thanks so much for helping capture the special day, it’s great to look through these and be reminded of just how good it was.”

Meg & Mike

Devon brings back so many amazing childhood memories. A beautiful part of the UK with gorgeous picture postcard beaches and rolling countryside. When Meg and Mike contacted me to say they’re planning a rustic woodland themed wedding day at Streamcombe Farm in Dulverton I envisioned a wedding with a relaxed vibe and full of colour and fun, I wasn’t disappointed! I find outdoor weddings offer such a wide variety of picture opportunities especially when you get hitched in a forest or wood. My documentary style is perfect for this type of wedding!

It was a blistering hot day, one of the last of the year so the shade cast by the trees provided some light relief for Meg and Mike as well as all their guests. Megs bridal walk from Streamcombe Farm cottage to the woodland ceremony area was pretty long as it cut through the stunning woodland scenery so a comfy pair of shoes was required before the beautiful bride promptly changed just out of site of the expectant groom!

After the ceremony I would normally capture a few group and couple shots but as it was so so hot it really wouldn’t have worked as the light was so bright and harsh it was causing people to squint, sweat and run for cover into the shade. Squinty and sweaty is never a good look so I delayed the pics until later in the day.

I really enjoyed the couple shots despite almost falling flat on my face in a bog! I was trying to jump across a stream as I thought the view from the other side might have been good. Little did I realise that the other side was like quicksand and my foot promptly vanished beneath the squelchy, stinky mud! After letting out a few “ i’m sinking “ comments I eventually yanked my foot clear and splashed through the stream to safety! haha dedication to my job knows no bounds! The evening shenanigans started in style as fairy lights lit the forecourt and Meg and her mates busted some shapes that haven’t even been invented yet! ;-) A brilliant wedding day and one I will remember for a long time!

Rustic outdoor wedding at Temple Guiting Manor & Barns in the Cotswolds

I love photographing weddings in the glorious Cotswolds countryside with the beautiful rolling hills and quintessential English cottages. This is the charm that enticed Kristen and Hugo to travel from the United Sates of America to tie the knot at Temple Guiting Manor & Barns located in the heart of the Cotswolds. The wedding day was intimate, private and full of love, dancing and laughs!

With just 25 guests attending the celebration and all staying on site in the various incredible accommodation suites the atmosphere was incredibly relaxed and easy going, perfect for my style of documentary wedding photography The service was held outside at one end of the tranquil pond in the immaculately presented gardens..wow..it looked incredible especially with the beautifully presented flowers by Amamini Flowers! The evening was dancing, dancing and more dancing followed by a sit down meal in the main house surrounded by coats of armour and medieval paintings. As a wedding photographer I’m so so lucky and consider it a privilege to be invited to such important and beautiful occasions!

Documentary Wedding Photography at Painshill Park, Surrey

Sam & Mathans Fun and Laughter Documentary Wedding at Painshill Park, Surrey

In all the years I have been photographing weddings I haven’t encountered many more delightful, easy going, fun loving couples than Sam and Mathan! I photographed their pre wedding shoot not so long ago in Windsor which was great fun so I was really looking forward to being their wedding photographer on their big day. I remember Sam asking for a pre wedding shoot as she said they’re not naturals in front of the camera and barely have any nice shots of themselves together. I always recommend pre wedding shoots for entirely these reasons. If you don’t like having your picture taken or feel self conscious it’s a brilliant way to get used to the camera and understand how I work. It’s so relaxed and informal that there’s nothing to worry about.

I met up with Sam to shoot her bridal prep at the Premier Inn, Cobham before heading over to Painshill Park in Surrey where Mathan and his groomsmen were completing the finishing touches. The ceremony room at Painshill park was full of light which was great news for me! After the ceremony and watching Mathan strut his stuff back down the aisle :-) we moved on to do a handful of group photos before jumping on a golf buggy and whizzing around the gorgeous grounds of Painshill Park. It’s such a big venue that it was really the only way to get to the great locations like the lake, ruins and bluebell wood! As expected the evening reception was full of colour, laughter, great food and amazing dance moves with Mathan being hoisted onto his mates shoulders and paraded around the dance floor :-) For their first dance Sam changed from her beautiful white wedding dress into a traditional Indian red dress full of detail. I left later that evening with music in my ears and a smile on my face.

Black and White Reportage Wedding at Hyde House, Cotswolds

I’m a big fan of black and white images so when I shoot weddings I always make sure I have a nice mix of vibrant contrasty colours as well as the smooth timeless tones of monochrome. Some scenes and environments completely suit the black and white medium, for example when you are indoors with lots of different artificial light sources. Each light source gives off a different colour temperature which can really detract from the image and play havoc with skin tones. You may be surprised to see some outdoor shots also converted. Overcast days with moody dark clouds really work in black and white, in fact pretty much any image can look awesome with great light in monochrome!

I photographed the amazing rustic wedding between Megan and Barney at Hyde House, Stow on the Wold in the beautiful Cotswolds and made sure I shot lots of black and white as the bride loves the look. I think monochrome really focuses the eye on the light and the details within. If you have never tried it why not pick up your camera and give it a go. You may be surprised with the results, I love it,

Danielle & Nick - Romantic Outdoor Wedding Ceremony at Arley Arboretum

It was the first time I had been to Arley Arboretum in Bewdley and it really didn’t disappoint. It’s a stunning venue so I could see why Danielle and Nick had chosen it for their wedding day! The morning consisted of photographing both bride and groom getting ready, thankfully they were in the same building so it made things easy! Despite persistent showers there was thankfully a break so the ceremony could take place outside under a pergola. To ensure the guests didn’t get drowned the umbrellas had to be kept up but that’s a small price to pay for an outdoor wedding! When it came to the couple shots I really wanted to make use of the wonderful scenery so as with all weddings I arrived in plenty of time to have a good look around to make a mental of note of some cool backdrops. Danielle and Nick were so friendly, easy going and happy to have a walk around the grounds for some great portraits. I loved the style and little details that went into making the wedding day so special. Congratulations to you both!

Katie and Anthonys Rock n Roll Themed Wedding at Kenilworth Castle

Rock n Roll Vintage Wedding at Kenilworth Castle!

I first met Katie while I was exhibiting at the National Wedding Show in Birmingham last year. When she told me about her wedding plans I knew straight away that it would be an awesome wedding to shoot. Vintage cars including a Plymouth Coupe that her talented partner Anthony had restored, a rock n roll wedding dress, rustic reception, castle.. what more could I want! !!

Fast forward approximately 9 months to the wedding day and it really lived up to all the expectations and more! Katie was so welcoming and friendly when I arrived for bridal prep which made me feel right at home. Her wedding dress was awesome..so rock and roll and perfect for the look and era she loves! After shooting the church service we arrived at Kenilworth Castle. It really is a majestic castle and well worth a visit. A lot of the grounds are ruins where you can visualise what it must have been like in its heyday. You can also venture inside the narrow staircases to the top for epic views. Luckily Katie and Anthony were completely in agreement about making the most of the venue and were eager to explore!

Thanks again to you both for inviting me to be a part of your epic day!

Kate and Tom - Natural and Fun Documentary London Wedding

I shoot a lot of weddings every year in all sorts of locations and always love travelling into London for a wedding in the capital. A certain type of adrenaline kicks in as i’m presented with awesome architecture, and famous landmarks. Last year I was honoured to shoot the amazing wedding between the lovely and super friendly Kate and Tom. They couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating which always gets the best out of me :-)

I started the day shooting Kate getting ready at a hotel in central London whilst my awesome second photographer Lola met up with Tom and the boys at a local pub. After a short black cab ride Kate and her mum arrived at RSA house where the ceremony and evening reception was held. It’s a great venue with very atmospheric rooms down to the amazing vaults underneath perfect for a wild night of dancing and partying! After the ‘ I Dos ‘ we managed to find a break in the weather to dash out for the throwing of the confetti on the steps of the RSA before heading down to the river for some cool couple shots! What an amazing day with even better people!!

Vicki and Tom get hitched at Notley Tythe Barn, Buckinghamshire

Vicki and Toms wedding was such a blast to photograph with so much to photograph! I loved Notley Tythe Barn as the wedding venue, it felt so intimate and private. This was enhanced by the low light during the ceremony and reception which really meant searching out the pockets of light. There were loads of places outside for cool portraits including an old barn building in the field next door. Vicki and Tom were up for anything and made me feel so comfortable. Anyway of the words, here are some cool pictures from the day.

Alison and Tom - Amazing Tipi Wedding at Flatts Barn, Scarborough

I couldn’t have asked for a more friendly, fun couple to photograph than Alison and Tom. Their wedding took place at Flatts Barn, Scarborough. It was such a unique and impressive venue that I really hope to work their again soon. The building is split into two levels with the majority of the guests situated on the lower level and bride and groom and close family on the upper level. It proved a challenge as I really wanted to show every aspect of this unique venue so made sure that we went back for some cool couple portraits later on in the day.

The reception was in a super cool Tipi which I absolutely love shooting as they always make for great pictures. There was also a caravan for the bride and groom to escape too in case they need five minutes to themselves! It was my first time in Scarborough and I was blown away with the quality of the light, so soft and magical and a photographers dream. I loved the relaxed nature of Alison and Toms wedding. They weren’t big into loads of staged group photos and instead love the candid documentary style which is my trademark and why they hired me . I felt very lucky to be spending the day with great people in an amazing part of the country.

Rene and Phil - Relaxed Rustic Marquee Wedding in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

What a brilliant day I had last summer photographing Rene & Phil get hitched down in Tetbury, Gloucestershire. They had planned their day to be completely relaxed and chilled out so opted for a marquee style wedding in the huge garden of a lovely little pub. When I arrived nice and early in the morning Phil was there with his friends getting the place ready. People were sweeping, blowing up balloons, putting the chairs out for the ceremony. The outdoor bar area where the ceremony was to take place was awesome, so cool and rustic looking!

After spending some time shooting the preparation I dashed off to a nearby hotel where Rene was getting ready with her bridesmaids. As soon as the door opened I was greeted with a beaming smile.. I knew the day was going to be perfect!

A Unique Chinese Wedding at the Spectacular Medieval Warwick Castle in Warwickshire

When I was approached to shoot Mengyi & Yu's Chinese wedding at the spectacular medieval Warwick castle in Warwickshire I jumped at the chance! I've shot Chinese weddings before but never at a castle so how could I resist this cool combination! The day started with bride and groom prep. I first met Mengyi and her mum in the hotel for hair and makeup. Yu was also getting ready in another room downstairs with his parents so I went from one to the other snapping as I went! Once the final touches were finished including an important necklace for Mengyi we made our way to the castle for the ceremony. Despite the grand hall being pretty dark it was perfect for atmospheric images. Thankfully my Nikon D750s have awesome low light capabilities ( all hail Nikon! ) The ceremony contained elements of Chinese tradition such as the passing of the rings between the guests, tea making and lighting of candles. After the ceremony we made our way outside for some pictures where we had fun exploring the grounds before dinner was served in the magnificent dining room! It was certainly a unique and memorable wedding day! 

Ash & Alex share their wedding day love at Old Albanians RFC in St Albans, Hertfordshire

" Thank you so much for all you did on our special day and for being friendly and up for a laugh! People kept commenting afterwards how subtle you were with the photography and how they loved the non-obtrusive style - just what we wanted! Can’t wait to properly look through all the photos  thanks so much again! "

After having a FaceTime chat with Ash & Alex a few months before their big day I knew they were going to be a cool couple to photograph and their wedding day would be full of fun...I was proved right, what an amazing wedding! I met up with Alex at the Queens Head pub in St Albans which very handily was positioned right outside St Leonards church where the ceremony was happening. After the service and awesome confetti shots we then jumped in our cars and popped over to the Old Albanian RFC just ten minutes down the road for the reception and evening shenanigans. The guests couldn't fail to be entertained with crazy golf and games of poker to enjoy plus it meant loads of things for me to photograph, just how I like it! Ash and Alex were so friendly and made me feel part of the gang so a big thank you to you both! 

Becky & Harry - Super Relaxed Documentary Wedding at Hampton Manor in Hampton in Arden

We’re extremely pleased with the photos, they’re exactly what we were after!. We’ll not hesitate to recommend you in our friendship group!

A hot summers day combined with a super cool couple made for one heck of a great wedding! It was my first time shooting at Hampton Manor in Hampton-in-Arden and I hope it won't be my last. Bridal prep took place in one of the stunning bedrooms at the hotel. The huge windows were perfect for capturing great candid shots of Becky and the girls getting ready. Harry was a stones throw away at the White Lion pub across the road. There were so many great spots around the venue for couple shots including a very rustic greenhouse and barn! Becky and Harry were perfect to work with and happy to go with the flow and let me do my thing! I was so lucky that their family and friends that attended this awesome wedding were full of fun and character. Theres always great documentary shots to be had if the guests are up for the party! Thanks to you both and best of luck for the future! 

Anjna & Robbie - Sunny Summer wedding at Orchardleigh Walled Garden in Frome

Wow what a scorcher of a day it was when Anjna & Robbie got hitched at the amazing Orchardleigh Walled Garden in Frome ! The day contained elements of Indian tradition, amazing colours, blue skies, crazy dancing and tears of joy.. all the ingredients needed for a great wedding! My style is to look for and capture the candid moments that are gone in a blink of an eye, thankfully there were so many during Anjna & Robbies wedding I was spoilt for choice. Congratulations to you both!