With my natural, documentary style of wedding photography, observation is key. I’m a quiet observer, a natural people watcher, immersing myself into every wedding. Quietly and calmly tuning in; watching, listening and waiting.

I don’t just shoot anything and everything and hope I get a few good images. That’s a risky way to work and never my approach. And I don’t direct or force moments by asking for them to be repeated or staged. Or try to influence how I think they should look.

Instead throughout the day, I’m hands-off. I’m keeping an eye and ear out for the moments happening around me; trying to anticipate where to be; what my subject matter is; where the light is; when to take the shot; how to frame the image and what’s in or out.

Weddings are all about the people. And the moments. I move quietly through the day, watching as moments unfold, always tuning into light, expressions, unguarded moments and emotion. That way they’re genuine and totally unique to your wedding.

What am I looking for? I love finding humour in the smallest thing, especially the unexpected. A glance, obvious expressions of love, big smiles, tears, hugs, touch, kisses, even bigger laughs. And the less obvious things like shapes, bold colours, meaningful details, wonderful things that just catch my eye. Believe it or not, there’s always so much going on at a wedding. I’m busy watching and listening, trying to sense when something meaningful is about to happen, and positioning myself so I’m ready to capture it.

I capture the day as it truly is – not directing or disrupting the flow, instead letting genuine interactions, authentic moments and emotions evolve on their own. Never setting up moments, or faking shots, asking for something to be repeated or exaggerated. That’s not my way of working, and why I won’t work to a shot list.

Why? Because I’m an experienced photographer and I know that the best moments are captured if you let them evolve on their own. And I’d miss all the wonderful moments naturally happening around me if I try to set things up or force fake photos.
Let’s face it. That’s what you’ve seen at other weddings and that’s what make you cringe!

Of course I’ll capture key moments and all the important bits, but my couples book me because they LOVE my style of photography, and trust me to do what I do best. If you don’t love having your photo taken and would rather relax and enjoy your day without interruption, then you’re in good hands.

Patience is key—waiting for the right moment to come together— quiet, constant and attentive observation, it all shapes the way I tell your story. I’ve been a wedding photographer for over 14 years and all of my work is from real weddings, real couples, real moments, not styled shoots or workshops.

Take a good look at my portfolio, blog and instagram posts to get a feel for my work and then decide if I’m the right photographer for you.If my approach resonates with you, get in touch I’d love to hear from you.