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Documentary Wedding Photographer Bristol for Laid-Back, Alternative Couples

Wedding Photographer in Bristol & the South West for Fun, Non-Traditional Couples

Congratulations on your engagement — now comes the fun part.

We’re Katie and Emily, documentary wedding photographers based in Bristol, photographing relaxed, non-traditional weddings across the South West and Somerset. We work with laid-back, inclusive couples who want their wedding day captured as it really happens — full of laughter, chaos, connection and a packed dance floor.

Our approach is candid and unobtrusive. We don’t stage moments or pull you away from your guests. Instead, we focus on real interactions, genuine emotion, and everything happening around you — from the quiet, in-between moments to the full-on party later in the day.

Every wedding is photographed by two photographers as standard, meaning nothing is missed. While one of us focuses on the big moments, the other is capturing reactions, guest interactions and the energy elsewhere — giving you a complete, honest story of your day.

We photograph weddings across Bristol, Bath, Somerset and the wider South West, specialising in alternative venues, festival-style celebrations and informal days that prioritise people over tradition.

If you’re planning a wedding that feels more like a celebration than a performance, you’re in the right place.

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Two Photographers. One Brilliant Team.

Katie’s role on your wedding day

Capturing thoughtful details and quiet moments
Observing from a distance to document real interactions
Managing the full booking and gallery delivery process
Careful, natural editing that still looks like you

Emily’s role on your wedding day

Owning the dance floor and party coverage
Getting creative angles without interrupting the moment
Confident off-camera lighting when needed
Leading group photos quickly and painlessly

Emily comes from a portrait photography background and has absolutely no fear of getting up close if that’s what the moment needs. She’s creative, full of energy and lives for a proper belly laugh. On a wedding day, she’ll be right in the middle of the dance floor capturing big personalities and wild moves, then quietly stealing you away for something a bit more romantic when the moment feels right.

I’m more documentary in my approach. I hang back, watch things unfold and catch the moments you didn’t even realise were happening. Unseen smiles, nervous hands, happy tears and the quieter guests who would rather avoid the spotlight. My job is to make everyone feel comfortable enough to forget the camera is even there.

Together, we’re the perfect balance. One of us brings the chaos, the other brings the calm, and between us we tell the full story of your day exactly as it happens.

Together, we work seamlessly to document your wedding without slowing it down.

Our Wedding Photography Style

Our wedding photography is all about capturing the madness, the emotion, the romance, and the moments you didn’t even realise were happening. We photograph weddings in a candid, relaxed and non-intrusive way, focusing on real interactions rather than staged poses.

We tell the story of your day as it unfolds — from nervous excitement in the morning, to hugs, laughter and absolute chaos on the dance floor later on. The result is a collection of images that feels honest, energetic and timeless, allowing you to relive the day exactly as it was.

Wedding Photography Packages & Coverage

Our wedding photography packages are straightforward and easy to understand. We offer three coverage options to suit different types of celebrations:

Up to 4 hours for smaller or intimate weddings
6 hours for relaxed, shorter wedding days
10 hours for full-day coverage from start to finish

Every package includes two photographers as standard — Katie and Emily. This means:

More moments captured
Multiple angles of the same moment
Guest reactions alongside key events
A fuller, more immersive story of your day

All images are delivered in a fully edited, high-resolution online gallery, ready to download and share with friends and family. Extra hours, albums and artwork can be added later if you wish.

Travel within 50 miles of Portishead is included. For weddings further afield, a flat fee of £250 covers overnight accommodation so we’re close to your venue and fully present on the day.

After Your Wedding

You’ll receive a sneak peek within 72 hours of your wedding day — a small selection of highlights while everything is still fresh and exciting.

Your full gallery is delivered within 4-6 weeks, often sooner depending on the season.

The more energy and fun your wedding has, the more moments we’ll capture — especially once the dance floor gets going. We’re not afraid to get stuck in and document the shenanigans as they happen.

Working With Us

We believe the best wedding photography happens when you feel completely comfortable with the people photographing you. All we ask is that you treat us like friends you’ve known for years — relaxed, easy-going, and fully part of the day.

We always like to meet our couples before booking to make sure we’re the right fit for each other. There’s no point hiring us if we’d annoy you.

We can meet in person for coffee and cake (always our preference), or arrange a video chat if that’s easier. Either way, it’s a chance to get to know each other properly before your wedding day.

I also offer documentary-style event photography in Bristol for private parties, corporate events and celebrations.

Event photography in Bristol.

Many brides choose a boudoir session before their wedding as a confidence boost, a private gift, or simply a way to celebrate themselves during such a meaningful time.

Pre-wedding boudoir sessions

DEPOSIT REQUIRED

20%

A 20% booking fee is required to secure your wedding date.
The remaining balance is due closer to the wedding, with full details provided at the time of booking.

Two Wedding Photographers. More Moments. More Fun.

Every wedding we photograph includes two experienced photographers, ensuring nothing is missed — from big moments to quiet reactions happening elsewhere.

Book our 10 hour wedding package and enjoy a complimentary engagement or couples photoshoot before your wedding day.
It’s a relaxed, no-pressure session that helps you feel confident and comfortable before the wedding day.

Documentary Wedding Photography. Real Moments. Real Stories.

The best thing about weddings is the laughter, the love and, yes, the food.

We’re here for the music, the drinking, the games, and those moments where you lock eyes across a packed dance floor and forget everyone else exists.

Weddings should be one big, unapologetic celebration. Loud, emotional, a little messy, and completely you.

We’re based in Bristol, but travel doesn’t faze us. Whether you’re getting married across the South West, in Somerset, or somewhere further afield, we’re in. Road trips are all part of the fun.