There’s a moment in almost every enquiry meeting where couples pause, laugh a little, and say something they think I’ve never heard before.
“We’re rubbish at having our photo taken.”
It’s usually followed by a quick explanation about not being photogenic, not liking posing, or not knowing what to do with their hands. And every time, I know we’re about to be just fine.
I always say the same thing:
“Let’s try this. Just look at each other.”
They do. Someone pulls a funny face. Someone giggles. There’s a smile that sneaks in before they realise it. And I smile too, because that’s it.
“It’s as easy as that,” I tell them. “I capture those moments in between. If you look at my photos, that’s exactly what you’ll see.”
Here are some of the other things my couples say all the time, and why none of them worry me in the slightest.
“We want some group photos, but not loads. And not too formal. But some, obviously.”
This one always makes me smile because it’s so specific and so relatable.
You care about the people in your life. You want photos with parents, grandparents, siblings and best friends. You just don’t want to spend half your wedding day lining people up or shouting names across a field.
That’s completely fair.
My approach is simple. We start big and work smaller. One big group photo, then family, then each side, and we leave friends and the wedding party until the end. It keeps things efficient but still thorough. No stiff lines, no endless combinations, no stress. Then you can get straight back to enjoying your day.
“We love your relaxed photos. Just… people having fun, laughing and hugging.”
This is usually the sentence that tells me we’re a really good fit.
These photos are my specialty.
Most of my couples care more about how their day feels than how it looks. They’re drawn to images that feel warm, natural and full of life. The laughs, the hugs, the chaos, the quiet moments, the early dancefloor energy.
Those are the moments that matter. That’s where the story lives.
“We don’t want to disappear for ages for photos”
You planned your wedding to spend time with your favourite people. You don’t want to vanish for hours while everyone else is having fun.
Neither do I.
Your couple photos don’t need to take over the day. We keep things relaxed and efficient, often stealing little pockets of time rather than one long chunk. That way you get beautiful photos and still get to actually experience your wedding.
And honestly, running off for a few photos can be one of the loveliest parts of the day. It’s a chance to breathe. A moment together. Just you, and me as your friendly third wheel. And if you need a break, I’m always happy to hang back while you go for a little walk together. Weddings are a lot of peopling.
“We’re not very traditional”
This can mean a hundred different things.
No formal timeline. Handfasting instead of vows. A pub, a field, a woodland clearing. Mixing things up. Doing what feels right rather than what’s expected.
I photograph weddings where the rules are flexible and the focus is on meaning, not tradition. If you’re doing things your own way, you’re very much my people.
“We want photos that feel like us”
This is the heart of it.
You want to recognise yourselves in your wedding photos. Your personalities. Your relationships. The way your day actually felt, not a polished version designed for someone else.
That’s exactly what I aim to give you.
If this sounds like you
Almost all of my couples say these things. They don’t want to perform. They don’t want perfection. They want warmth, connection, atmosphere and photos that feel real.
If you’re looking for a relaxed wedding photographer who’ll blend into your day, chases mischief and capture the moments that actually matter, we’ll probably get on very well.
And if you’re worried you’re “rubbish at having your photo taken”, you’re in very good company.
