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London Wedding Photographer - Sara and Chris - Chelsea Town Hall and Brunswick House

This was such a personal favourite from 2022, Sara and Chris’s amazing wedding at Chelsea Old Town Hall and then a fabulous reception at Brunswick House a London wedding venue that I am fortunate enough to be a recommended supplier at. They both got ready at The Artist Residence in London where emotions were already running high the gents donned their tuxedos and the ladies slipped into their dresses including Sara who looked simply perfect.

This was such a personal favourite from 2022, Sara and Chris’s amazing wedding at Chelsea Old Town Hall and then a fabulous reception at Brunswick House a London wedding venue that I am fortunate enough to be a recommended supplier at. They both got ready at The Artist Residence in London where emotions were already running high the gents donned their tuxedos and the ladies slipped into their dresses including Sara who looked simply perfect. A short ceremony and epic confetti shower the happily married couple jumped on an old London bus and travelled down to Brunswick House. Brunswick House is a London wedding venue like no other, being an antiques shop the items around you are for sale and therefore never always the same, because of this your wedding photographers will be completely unique! They had their speeches upstairs and then moved the party into the basement at Brunswick House and definitely partied hard! Here are some of my favourite pictures from their London Wedding.

I don’t think we have enough words to descrive how AWESOME, AMAZING and just THE BEST Oliver is. Aside from being amazing at what he does and how creative he is with all the shots he took and that he is super fun, what really makes him special to us and a must have for your wedding day is his big heart and care for the couples he works with. From day 1 Ollie was interested in getting to know Chris and I on a personal level and what kind of a couple we were to capture our energy. He just made the entire day from getting ready to the end of the night ,for both of us super fun - getting to kow our bride/groom party and interacting with everyone as a freind/famiy member. Our photos came out better than we could have imagined - Oliver thank you for capturing all the love, emotion, laughter and tears from our big day. It is one we will never forget & thank you for all the care and time you put into working with us.
— Sara
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London Wedding Photographer - The Phene - Michelle and Robin

Well it was just so lovely to photograph these two love birds once again, I photographed their smaller legal ceremony last November at Chelsea Town Hall where they were joined with just their immediate family. Their day was filled with so much love and emotion and of course a fabulous rabi who conducted a jewish ceremony at The Phene.

Well it was just so lovely to photograph these two love birds once again, I photographed their smaller legal ceremony last November at Chelsea Town Hall where they were joined with just their immediate family. Their day was filled with so much love and emotion and of course a fabulous rabbi who conducted a jewish ceremony at The Phene. I have grown to know these guy so much and to have been invited back to document another fantastic day with them was just super special.

Below are just a few select moments from their day.

Oliver has photographed two major occasions for us and immediately became part of the family. When I’ve shared my albums with friends and family who were unable to attend, the response is always “it feels like I’m there”. While operating entirely unobtrusively, even in small spaces, Oliver beautifully captures a range of emotional beats and memories throughout the day - some of which we might have missed entirely just by blinking. I recommend him unreservedly.
— Michelle
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Leicestershire Wedding Photographer - Lauren and Tom - Willow Marsh Farm

I first had the pleasure of meeting Lauren and Tom last year when we did their pre wedding shoot, a great idea for anyone who is anxious, nervous or just generally hates having their photograph taken a bit like these guys! The weather for these beauties was absolutely perfect and they had just such a fab day.

I first had the pleasure of meeting Lauren and Tom last year when we did their pre wedding shoot, a great idea for anyone who is anxious, nervous or just generally hates having their photograph taken a bit like these guys! The weather for these beauties was absolutely perfect and they had just such a fab day. Willow Marsh Farm is a stunning wedding venue in Leicestershire and was the perfect space for everyone to be able to enjoy the day to the fullest. I had a blast documenting this wedding at Willow Marsh Farm and have shared a few of my favourite pictures form the day below.

Thank you so much for capturing our special day, you loved having you part of it!

From start to finish you had great communication and we felt so comfortable with you. Nothing was too much and you captured everything we could of possible wanted. Your energy is fantastic and your passion really comes through which is shown on the photos. Thank you again!
— Lauren
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London Wedding Photography - Nick and Liz - Marylebone Town Hall and The Italian Greyhoud

A sublime wedding at London’s Marylebone Town hall followed by a bus tour around the streets of London and then drinking and dancing the night away at Londons wonderful restaurant The Italian Greyhound. Liz wore the most stunning wedding dress finished off with some epic Jimmy Choos to walk into Marylebone Town Hall and marry her best friend.

A sublime wedding at London’s Marylebone Town hall followed by a bus tour around the streets of London and then drinking and dancing the night away at Londons wonderful restaurant The Italian Greyhound. Liz wore the most stunning wedding dress finished off with some epic Jimmy Choos to walk into Marylebone Town Hall and marry her best friend. Their day was filled with so much love, laughter and emotion and I also learnt that the Australians drop their trousers when the song “eagle rock by Daddy Cool” is played… here are a few of my absolute favourites from an awesome day!

Man....just sat there for half an hour with liz and went through them. My cheeks now hurt from smiling so much.

Absolutely legendary photos mate! I was trying to pick one section of the gallery to pay particular complements on, but they’re all so darn good.

Captured the feeling perfectly and we dont even remember you taking some of them, which talks to how seamlessly you blended in.

I cant tell you how happy I am we got you to shoot our big day. We will go through them again (the first of many times) this weekend and pick some of our absolute favs.

Love your work. Keep it up man
— Nick
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London Wedding Photography - Aidan and Charlotte - Lambeth Town Hall and The Department Store

This London wedding was just so intimate, so beautiful and hosted across some of South London’s best wedding venues. Aidan and Charlotte opted to get ready together up to the point that Charlotte was getting in to her dress so that they could then share a first look in Lambeth Town halls iconic walkway, which was truly fantastic to witness and capture.

This London wedding was just so intimate, so beautiful and hosted across some of South London’s best wedding venues. Aidan and Charlotte opted to get ready together up to the point that Charlotte was getting in to her dress so that they could then share a first look in Lambeth Town halls iconic walkway, which was truly fantastic to witness and capture. Once the I do’s were said and done the happy couple retreated back to The Workshop at the Halfmoon pub in Herne Hill for a wonderful meal with some hilarious speeches. A short break before things ramped up a gear and with the couple both being architects they decided to host an awesome evening on the rooftop of The Department Store in Brixton, a truly unique place with some of the best textures I have been able to photograph this year. An awesome party was had by everyone and it was such a pleasure to have been part of Aidan and Charlottes wedding.. oh and of course meet the Derry girls too…

Here are some of my favourite moments from the day.

Oliver was so amazing at our wedding we couldn’t have asked for anything more, he made everyone feel so relaxed and at ease and the photos are just perfect! We’re so happy he was there to capture them, and would recommend him to anyone. Communication was always so easy and the photos perfectly tell the story of the day.
— Aidan
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London Wedding Photography - Meg and Jamie - Wiltons Music Hall

A truly scintillating London wedding for a beautiful couple Meg and Jamie surrounded by all their closest friends and family members. They decided to get married at the iconic East London wedding venue Wiltons Hall a sublime old London music hall absolutely jam packed with character and a set a perfect stage for what was a truly musical experience.

A truly scintillating London wedding for a beautiful couple Meg and Jamie surrounded by all their closest friends and family members. They decided to get married at the iconic East London wedding venue Wiltons Hall a sublime old London music hall absolutely jam packed with character and a set a perfect stage for what was a truly musical experience. Meg and her bridesmaids spent the morning getting ready at The Hoxton London sipping on champagne before taking the short journey to WIltons music hall where so much beauty unfolded. The Fabulous Tootsies sang a wonderful song during which an almost “ Love Actually “ moment occured when guests in the audience stood up to join in. There were gold confetti canons, tears, emotion and then to top it off one of the best brass bands out the Old Dirty Brasstards to keep everyone on the dance floor until it was time to go home or on to the after party…

Here are a select few from what was just a perfect day.

Dearest Oli,

The gallery is breathtaking and have brought it all back. “So grateful” doesn’t cover how we feel.

We are away for a few nights next week and are going to savour the gallery again with a bottle of wine!


You have such a talent. I cannot tell you how many compliments you’ve had from our friends and family. Thank you ♥️
— Meg
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Jess and Tom - The Ned Hotel

Picture the scene, a beautifully sunny March day, a stunning couple and of course The Ned hotel as a backdrop for all the magic to happen. Jess and Tom’s opulent London wedding was just perfect, she spent the morning with her bridesmaids getting pampered, having her hair done and enjoying a glass of bubbles.. Tom however was engaged in the usual male behaviour of getting ready in about 15 minutes by popping a suit on and sorting out his tie, of course a drink or two was consumed.

Picture the scene, a beautifully sunny March day, a stunning couple and of course The Ned hotel as a backdrop for all the magic to happen.  Jess and Tom’s opulent London wedding was just perfect, she spent the morning with her bridesmaids getting pampered, having her hair done and enjoying a glass of bubbles.. Tom however was engaged in the usual male behaviour of getting ready in about 15 minutes by popping a suit on and sorting out his tie, of course a drink or two was consumed.   After a short ceremony held in the Saloon at The Ned the newlyweds took the stunning roof terraces to enjoy a few drinks some delicious canapés and of course we made a few pictures too.  A sumptuous silver service dinner was served in the Tapestry before the guests revelled in some fabulous speeches and a great best man double act.  All that was left for these two beautiful people was to head back in to the Saloon and party the night away which believe me they really did do. 

“Just a quick note to say thank you so much for Saturday, it was amazing to have you there - you were such a calming influence in the morning and all the guests loved you. Adore the photos! Love the one of us walking down the aisle”
— Jess - Bride
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Devon Wedding Photography - Becca and Scott -Upton Barn

The stunning wedding venue of Upton Barn in Devon hosted what was honestly a truly breathtaking day with an absolute wedding photography bucket list big tick. With Scott being in the Navy the day was surely planned to go off with a bang but with a guard of honour, confetti and then a timely planned fly by… you couldn’t make it up. This wedding was just so full of personal touches with a tip of the hat to lost loved ones, a quaich filled with strongbow and honestly some of the best dancing I had seen all year by the navy boys.

When I first met Becca and Scott it was very clear what they had envisaged for their wedding day photography and I was truly so so lucky to have been able to capture all the love and fun of it. The stunning wedding venue of Upton Barn in Devon hosted what was honestly a truly breathtaking day with an absolute wedding photography bucket list big tick. With Scott being in the Navy the day was surely planned to go off with a bang but with a guard of honour, confetti and then a timely planned fly by… you couldn’t make it up. This wedding was just so full of personal touches with a tip of the hat to lost loved ones, a quaich filled with strongbow and honestly some of the best dancing I had seen all year by the navy boys. My favourite highlight to photograph from the day was the moment Becca and Scott were lofted into the air put theirs arms out like aeroplanes and were carried around the dance floor to share a kiss, just so so much fun!

This wedding has also recently been featured in The Wed magazine and you can find the article here.

Here are a few of my personal favourites from their day and some incredibly kind words from Becca.

Choosing the right photographer is one of the most important decisions for a wedding day, as that person is responsible for capturing the memories that you will cherish forever.

Originally we had not booked Oliver for our wedding, but he stepped in, with a weeks notice when our initial photographer cancelled last minute. We could not have being luckier to have found Oliver.

Oliver found time in his busy schedule that week to arrange a zoom call with us. He took the time to put us at ease, he listened to us and what we wanted from the day. He was calming, funny and charismatic, and from that conversation we knew we were in great hands.

He has a warm personality and seamlessly blended into our wedding day. He was not intrusive but always there to capture every special moment and the essence of our day.
When we received our photos, we couldn’t believe we had a portfolio that represented our day so well, we were in love with every shot that was captured. The photographs unraveled the story of our day that will make it easy for us to relive the magic of our wedding everytime we look at them.

Oliver has captured the most wonderful memories for us, and we couldn’t recommend him enough, he is a supplier that will make you’re wedding day unforgettable.
— Scott and Becca ❤️
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UK Documentary Wedding Photogtaphy - The end of 2021…at last

I sit here in February safe in the knowledge that I can finally draw a close to 2021 and I have spent some time thinking about how to conclude the last 8 months of working in the wedding industry. The highs, the lows and all the bits in between 2021 really did push me to breaking to point a few times and I was just very fortunate to have amazing friends around me along with the support of my fabulous couples..

I sit here in February safe in the knowledge that I can finally draw a close to 2021 and I have spent some time thinking about how to conclude the last 8 months of working in the wedding industry. The highs, the lows and all the bits in between 2021 really did push me to breaking to point a few times and I was just very fortunate to have amazing friends around me along with the support of my fabulous couples.. So the all important numbers… 51, not as many as some fellow wedding photographers however way way too many especially given it was in such a concentrated amount of time. Which means 2022 I am restricting the amount I will be photographing and keeping this solid at 35 weddings.

Some of my most memorable moments of 2021 in no particular order have to be… hmm firstly tears, so many really deep and heartfelt moments, I think having to have postponed your wedding, two and sometimes three times built up the emotion to such overwhelming levels that it was near impossible to not cry at some of the love on display! The return of the first dance and the frantic hand flap ushering guests on to the dance floor… god how I have missed capturing the dance floor fun at a wedding. Last year also gave me some fab opportunities to capture some wedding elements that I hadn’t really photographed before including fireworks, smoke grenades and multiple weddings with sparklers, simply put a lot of fun!

On a personal level I was honoured to have been nominated for The Rangefinder 30 Rising Stars 2021 and whilst I did not win I was still incredibly overwhelmed to have been shortlisted with some of the best of the best international wedding photographers. I worked closely with two amazing London wedding venues, Brunswick House and The Ned Hotel both offering some unique photographic opportunities. Whilst also ticking off a few new venues across the united kingdom including Hampstead Pergola, Caswell House, The Asylum Chapel, Devonshire Terrace, The Shard, Fortnum and Mason, The Zetter Townhouse, The Barbican Conservatory and Brinsop Court.

Now it wouldn’t be right to not acknowledge this featured toast from most wedding speeches…”To absent friends and family” . The COVID19 pandemic was felt all around the world and I think it was apparent at some of last years weddings, with emotions high already to then not have loved ones with you on your special day whether having to self isolate, unable to travel due to restrictions or sadly no longer with us…. was hard to ignore. To all my couples, friends and family who have loved and lost in the last 18 months I truly hope that you find the strength, love and support that you sometimes need and remember thats its alright to not be okay.

So the main event below… a beautifully created slideshow showcasing some of my favourite wedding photographs from 2021, I am really looking forward to what 2022 has in store.

 
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Yorkshire Wedding Photography - Bernie and Naesan - Grantley Hall, Ripon

Bernie and Naesan decided to get married at the sublime Grantley Hall in Yorkshire, an absolutely breathtaking venue with so much space to celebrate your wedding day in ultimate style.

Bernie and Naesan decided to get married at the sublime Grantley Hall in Yorkshire, an absolutely breathtaking venue with so much space to celebrate your wedding day in ultimate style.

I first met Bernie and Naesan on their pre wedding shoot in Greenwich and from this moment I just knew that their wedding day was sure to be filled with fun, lots of love and plenty of laughter.

Bernie and her girls spent the morning getting their hair and makeup done whilst enjoying a glass of bubbles and looking out onto the beautifully landscaped gardens whilst Naesan and the boys were sippin whiskey and learning how to hand tie a bow tie.

They decided on having a humanist celebration where their family and guests were treated to a truly beautiful story about how these beauties had met and how their romance had blossomed, there were tears, there was laughter and then there was a marriage.

The rest of the day was just so much fun to photograph, hilarious speeches, some absolutely fantastic dances moves twice over as Grantley Hall has its own downstairs nightclub oh and to top it off a cheeky firework display as well!

Here are some of my favourite captures from their wedding day.

 
 
Wow! There’s not enough words to praise you Ollie! You’ve captured our day perfectly, from the moment we first spoke to you we knew you were unlike most wedding photographers we’d come across! Your natural, authentic style is a breath of fresh air and we are so lucky to have had you as part of our day. You’ve captured the most perfect, happy memories naturally and had us laughing and crying going through them. Can’t recommend you more-THANK YOU!!!
— Bernie
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London Wedding Photography - Mike and Katie - The Hurlingham Club

Mike and Katie got married at the historic Hurlingham Club in London, an idyllic location in Fulham on the banks of the river Thames. Katie spent the morning getting ready at her aunt’s house nearby and then travelled in style with her father in his beautiful Triumph TR7.

Mike and Katie got married at the historic Hurlingham Club in London, an idyllic location in Fulham on the banks of the river Thames. Katie spent the morning getting ready at her aunt’s house nearby and then travelled in style with her father in his beautiful Triumph TR7.

Meanwhile Mike and his groomsmen got ready at The Hurlingham Club before greeting guests and family members in the conservatory at The Hurlingham. As the sun shone down through the glass roof all eyes were on the happy couple as they exchanged vows and then rings before a cheeky kiss.

The Hurlingham’s beautifully landscaped gardens were looking great and after a confetti shower for the bride and groom the drinks were flowing and canapes were being served. The speeches were heartfelt with a few witty remarks to rounds of golf before the bride and groom took to the dance floor for their first dance.

Here are a few of my favourite images from their day.

 
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Somerset Wedding Photographer - Sarah and Josh - Clevedon Hall

Sarah and Josh got married at Clevedon Hall in North Somerset and it was truly an honour to have photographed their wedding day for them. Sarah and Josh's original photographer had to pass their wedding Photography duties over to me and so I only had a short space of time to prepare for their wedding day and get to know them.

Sarah and Josh got married at Clevedon Hall in North Somerset and it was truly an honour to have photographed their wedding day for them. Sarah and Josh's original photographer had to pass their wedding Photography duties over to me and so I only had a short space of time to prepare for their wedding day and get to know them.

Needless to say I was able to document their day in my true style and absolutely had a blast in the process. They got married in the beautiful Clevedon Hall in north somerset with a host of their closest friends and family gathered together.

Sarah looked absolutely stunning as she walked down the stairs to marry her best friend, Josh had one aim only after he saw her getting to hold onto her hand! The emotions throughout the day where raw and unfiltered, it was a real honour to be a part of their Wedding Day. I'm so glad that I got to know these two wonderful people and will cherish the memories from their wedding day for many years to come!

Here are a select few photographs from their fun and loving packed day.

We had originally booked another photographer for our wedding when a month out he had to cancel. We were given the details for Ollie and immediately felt that fate had looked after us.From my first video chat with Ollie to his stunning portfolio I was so excited, not only to see our photographs but also just to have him there on the day. When our day arrived Ollie was there, he was there even though due to a loss in the family it would have been completely understandable for him to not have been. Ollie kept me laughing all day, he kept me calm he was everywhere and nowhere, he understood what we wanted and delivered. We have now received our complete images and I will cherish them always. I’m so glad things worked out the way they did and I’m so glad you were our photographer. Thank you thank you thank you!!
— Sarah
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London Wedding Photography - Jade and Adam - The Ned Hotel

This London wedding at The Ned hotel was literally sensational, the beautiful Adam and Jade spent the morning apart getting ready at The Ned hotel. Jade was on the sixth floor in the RWB room with her bridesmaids enjoying a cheeky pastry whilst Adam enjoyed a quiet spot of brunch downstairs in Millie’s before heading to his room with his groomsmen. Once church ready Adam and the boys made their way to St Bride’s Church to welcome everybody before the arrival of jade wearing a sublime Emmy Mae dress.

This London wedding at The Ned hotel was literally sensational, the beautiful Adam and Jade spent the morning apart getting ready at The Ned hotel. Jade was on the sixth floor in the RWB room with her bridesmaids enjoying a cheeky pastry whilst Adam enjoyed a quiet spot of brunch downstairs in Millie’s before heading to his room with his groomsmen. Once church ready Adam and the boys made their way to St Bride’s Church to welcome everybody before the arrival of jade wearing a sublime Emmy Mae dress. All eyes were on Jade as she walked into St Bride’s Church hand in hand with her father, after the ceremony the newly wed couple were showered in rose petals before I whisked them off to the millenium bridge and St Pauls in London for a few portraits. Meanwhile the guests boarded classic red London route master buses and headed back to The Ned for some bespoke cocktails and awesome canapes all served on the terraces on the 6th floor at The Ned with St Pauls and the Walky Talky in plain sight.

As the happy couple finally arrived back at The Ned many of the guests in the main hall were up, clapping and welcoming them as if they were royalty before they headed to the sixth floor to join the party with the friends and family. They entered the dining room of The Tapestry room at The Ned to a roaring crowd and they really didn’t hold back as the photographs clearly show. During the speeches Jade had also planned a cheeky little surprise for Adam, as someone seemed to experience some technical difficulties with a microphone actually proved to be a complete set up by the wonderful people at Incognito artists and everyone was treated to a host of classics from the west end, Jade even sung the belter from Dreamgirls “and I am telling you”. Once everyone had climbed back down from their chairs something truly magical happened, the three performers altogether sung Nessun Dorma and it brought the emotion running right back, it was literally breathtaking.

To cap what had been a wonderful wedding at The Ned Hotel everyone moved back in to The Tapestry room for the happy couple to cut the cake and share their first dance as husband and wife before dancing the night away in one of London’s best wedding venues.

Here are a few of my favourites from their incredible memorable day.

Yesterday still feels like a dream for us Both! we had the perfect day and thank you so much for capturing it, the photos ... Wow. Just Wow. I love them!
— Jade
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London Wedding Photographer - Gina and Ollie - Middle Temple and Spencer House

Gina looked stunning in her Halfpenny London dress, and Ollie looked sharp in his suit. They both had big smiles on their faces all day long, which made for some really beautiful photographs. They had an amazing ceremony at Middle Temple Hall and a reception at Spencer House in London, and I am so grateful that I was able to be a part of it!

Gina looked stunning in her Halfpenny London dress, and Ollie looked sharp in his suit. They both had big smiles on their faces all day long, which made for some really beautiful photographs. They had an amazing ceremony at Middle Temple Hall and a reception at Spencer House in London, and I am so grateful that I was able to be a part of it!

The reception was really fun, and everyone had a great time. Gina and Ollie made sure to take the time to spend some time with each and every one of their guests, which was really nice to see. It was an emotional day for all involved, and I am so happy that I was able to capture all of those memories for them! Thank you both so much for choosing me as your wedding photographer - it has been an honour!

Here are a select few of my favourite photographs from the day. I hope you enjoy them!

Oliver was friendly and very approachable. He stayed all the way through our wedding day, capturing some beautiful pictures. Oliver’s photos are full of movement, and catch people in moments of spontaneous laughter, surprise, and friendship, rather than staged ‘occasion’. Two particular favourites of mine are shots of my mum standing next to me getting my hair done, and my husband waiting at the alter. Both of them are pointedly checking their watches, while I chat happily to the hairdresser. Not only did Oliver capture these tiny and telling moments, but he backed me up when I insisted I wasn’t *very* late. Thank you Oliver!
— Gina
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London Wedding Photography - Jordan and Anna - The Barbican Conservatory

This was another heartbreaking postponement and I was so overjoyed to be able to document this London wedding at the awesome Barbican Conservatory.

Anna spent the morning getting ready with her besties and one of my highlights was when a couple of bridesmaids headed to Pret to get some provisions, so of course I tagged along!

This was another heartbreaking postponement and I was so overjoyed to be able to document this London wedding at the awesome Barbican Conservatory.

Anna spent the morning getting ready with her besties and one of my highlights was when a couple of bridesmaids headed to pret to get some provisions, so of course I tagged along!

Jordan and his groomsmen added the finishing touches to the decorations at the Barbican and started to greet the guests and family members as they arrived.

A beautiful ceremony officiated by one of the couples close friends ensured that there were a few tears and an incredibly warm and emotional time.

Here are a few of my favourite images from their day.

Hi Oliver,

We’ve made it to Antigua and so internet is slightly sketchy but thank you so much for those preview photos. The images look stunning and have taken us back so vividly. So many great images in just the preview! We’ve been so desperate to see some more pics and relive the day! It was an amazing day for both of us and so great to have you there capturing it forever. We cant wait to see the final gallery & enjoying your brilliant work!

Thank you so much for sending these through. We had a quick squiz and they look amazing!! Takes us right back and has brought back the excitement for the day. We’re going to have a proper session looking at them at the weekend.
— Jordan Brown
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Herefordshire Wedding Photographer - Jess and Tom - Lyde Court

Fast forward twelve months add the fabulous Herefordshire wedding venue Lyde Court and a one year anniversary was held in the most beautiful and perfect of ways spending the day with family and friends whilst having the most stunning humanist ceremony with not a dry eye to be seen…mine included.

I first met Jess and Tom back in August 2020 shortly after moving to Kettering myself and these guys were legally getting married there so it was a perfect fit. The first outing for my boxfresh Fujifilm X-Pro3 cameras as well I might add…

Fast forward twelve months add the fabulous Herefordshire wedding venue Lyde Court and a one year anniversary was held in the most beautiful and perfect of ways spending the day with family and friends whilst having the most stunning humanist ceremony with not a dry eye to be seen…mine included.

This wedding literally had it all, with Jess working in the entertainment industry the day was filled with razzle dazzle I mean just look at her dress. We had by far the most epic of confetti moments, a beat boxxing guitar player, simply beautiful speeches, smoke grenades in a field oh and possibly the most emotive first dance to end the evening in style.

My absolute faves from this day are just below.

Oh our photos are just PERFECTION. Can’t thank you enough, and with all you you’ve been going through. We love every single one and your work is completely stunning... xx
— Jess
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London Wedding Photography - Paddy and Marija - Wandsworth Town Hall and Brindisa

Paddy and Marija's wedding was way overdue, they got married at Wandsworth town hall and then had a small dinner close to Battersea power station.

Wow, what a journey these two beauties have been on, I first met Paddy and Marija in 2019 and they had booked me to document their wedding day in July 2020... and we all know what happened then! They were the last couple I photographed before all this craziness happened in their pre wedding shoot which included toilet roll purchasing and a cold pint of Camden Hells.

Paddy and Marija's wedding was way overdue, they got married at Wandsworth town hall and then had a small dinner close to Battersea power station.

Wow, what a journey these two beauties have been on, I first met Paddy and Marija in 2019 and they had booked me to document their wedding day in July 2020... and we all know what happened then! They were the last couple I photographed before all this craziness happened in their pre wedding shoot which included toilet roll purchasing and a cold pint of Camden Hells.

Their wedding day had every element, a beautiful couple, huge amounts of emotion also filled with love and laughter. The dress was stunning, classic yet unique with details that caught the light perfectly and Paddy looked like an absolute Groomzilla! His suit fitted him like a glove (which is not always easy to find) and his smile said it all, he was marrying his best friend!

The weather was absolutely perfect and when it came to taking a few portraits by the side of the river thames we had just a little bit of wind too for that real Beyoncé moment.

Here are a few of my favourite images from their day.

Oliver was a brilliant wedding photographer. We got to know him with a pre-wedding shoot, when he was really receptive to our ideas of what we wanted the photos to look like, and he was full of ideas for creative and eye-catching shots on the day - and it shows in the results. He was also completely understanding and flexible when we delayed the wedding because of the pandemic, then had to change the date and venue at quite short notice! He’s really friendly, puts the guests at ease and his enthusiasm for photography shines through in the pictures. Thanks for everything Oliver!
— Paddy
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London Documentary Wedding Photography - Jen and Rich - The Ned Hotel

Jen and Rich tied the knot at The Ned Hotel in London – what an amazing place for a wedding! If you’re looking for somewhere with character and history, then this is definitely the venue for you. Jen looked absolutely stunning in her dress, and Rich couldn’t take his eyes off her.

Jen and Rich tied the knot at The Ned Hotel in London – what an amazing place for a wedding! If you’re looking for somewhere with character and history, then this is definitely the venue for you. Jen looked absolutely stunning in her dress, and Rich couldn’t take his eyes off her.

Jen was able to get ready in one of the best rooms in the hotel with its own private roof terrace, how many places do you know where you can have your makeup done outside! The ceremony was held in the RWB room and it had a really intimate feel to it. After the ceremony we took some photos around the hotel and by the royal exchange, Jen and Rich were so relaxed and happy all day long, it was a real pleasure to photograph them.

After the formal photographs were all covered the guests retreated to The Saloon in The Ned were they were very well fed and watered. There were some very amusing, emotional and entertaining speeches before these two cut some cake and danced the night away.

There was so much love in the air, it was an incredibly emotional day. I feel privileged to have been able to capture all the memories from their special day.

Here are a few of my favourites from their Ned Hotel London Wedding

Hi Ollie,

Thank you so much for sending through our beautiful photos - we absolutely love them and cannot wait to share them with friends & family.

Best wishes,
Rich and Jen xx
— Rich and Jen
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Why I Photograph Weddings

The million dollar question, why weddings? Why not cars, live music or travel hot spots. I often find myself asking this question and of course the easy answer is because I love photographing weddings but what does that actually mean. Well it means from the moment I arrive to photograph a happy and sometimes nervous bride I am emotionally involved in capturing your beautiful day and all the little moments that unfold.

The million dollar question, why weddings? Why not cars, live music or travel hot spots. I often find myself asking this question and of course the easy answer is because I love photographing weddings but what does that actually mean. Well it means from the moment I arrive to photograph a happy and sometimes nervous bride I am emotionally involved in capturing your beautiful day and all the little moments that unfold. These are images that will literally last a lifetime, they will be cherished by your children if and when they arrive, reflected upon by your parents and enjoyed possibly laughed at by your friends.

So for me I feel honoured to photograph any wedding and whilst I do have a very relaxed approach to my work I place a huge importance on capturing the moments that matter throughout the day. As a wedding photographer you invite me in to your inner circle of family and friends and for the short amount of time I spend with you all I do my best to get to know you and capture the natural and honest photography that I am known for. The more relaxed you feel around me and indeed the cameras pointing at you the less I will capture people cowering away and being shy but in fact being more aware that I am just like them, another guest, although I don’t get to enjoy the food and drinks.

However there is one more very, very important reason why I find so so much love and compassion for being a wedding photographer, a sad and poignant reason. Life is too short. Sometimes the fairytales can end too soon and loved ones have to live on in the images that I have created. This happened to me earlier on during lockdown and honestly really affected me, as I said I like to really get to know my couples and their families and to see my images being used to keep a memory alive that’s powerful stuff.

So that’s why I decided to photograph weddings because I love my job and life is too short.

Here are a few of my favourite of my favourite images that I have captured predominantly last year because let’s face it, 2020 hasn’t exactly gone to plan!

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London Wedding Photography - Mia and Khan- Devonshire Terrace

The day started in the sublime Andaz hotel where Mia, her bridesmaids and her parents spent the morning casually getting ready before the boys arrived to have a swift half, put the finishing touches to their outfits and then we all made our way to St Peters Church in Clerkenwell to witness one of the most emotional ceremonies I have photographed all year. I always say to my couples you don’t know how you are going to feel until you are right there in that instant and this was clearly the case with Khan, the moment he knew Mia was at the church and in a matter of minutes they would be husband and wife he was overcome and just went with the feelings he so clearly felt.

Honestly I don’t know where to begin when I think about these two beautiful people, Mia and Khan are absolutely meant to be together and the love that they have for each other was so clear to see it was a pleasure to have captured it.

The day started in the sublime Andaz hotel where Mia, her bridesmaids and her parents spent the morning casually getting ready before the boys arrived to have a swift half, put the finishing touches to their outfits and then we all made our way to St Peters Church in Clerkenwell to witness one of the most emotional ceremonies I have photographed all year. I always say to my couples you don’t know how you are going to feel until you are right there in that instant and this was clearly the case with Khan, the moment he knew Mia was at the church and in a matter of minutes they would be husband and wife he was overcome and just went with the feelings he so clearly felt. One very happy married couple made their way to Devonshire terrace where they celebrated in style with a fabulous menu of yummy food and as the speeches began it wasn’t just Khan this time who was unable to control his emotions, some of the most beautiful speeches were shared amongst their friends and family and the tears started to flow. All that was left for these guys to do was share a first dance in front of everyone and sip on the limoncello that had been left on the table… might have been more than a sip!

My absolute faves from this day are just below.

Oli, the photos are unbelievable and captured the day better than I could have hoped for. You’re an absolute star mate. We’re sitting in a michelin star restaurant in Bath not eating because we are looking at the photos like is this actually real
— Mia and Khan
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