Approach.
It’s a wedding day, not a photoshoot.
I keep things relaxed so you can actually enjoy your day.
No stiff posing.
No endless shot lists.
No dragging you away from your guests for an hour.
I capture the real moments as they happen, the hugs, the laughter, the tears, and the dance floor chaos later in the evening.
When people feel comfortable, that’s when the best photographs happen.
Portraits.
Relaxed portraits, no awkward posing.
Most couples tell me they hate having their photo taken. That’s completely normal. Portraits are simple and relaxed. We’ll usually take two short walks during the day, one earlier and one later when the light is softer.
You’ll chat, walk together, maybe laugh at one of my questionable dad jokes, and I’ll quietly photograph the moments in between.
Nothing forced. Just the two of you.
Groups.
Quick, simple, done.
We focus on the people who matter most, parents, grandparents, siblings, and your wedding party. This usually takes around 10 minutes.
After that, you’re free to enjoy your drinks reception while I capture the natural moments happening around you.
Pricing.
NORTH EAST ENGLAND ONLY. PRICES VARY OUTSIDE NORTH EAST.
I keep wedding pricing simple so everything is clear and easy.
Half Day – Prep through to speeches
Full Day – Prep through to 9pm
Complete – Prep through to 9pm + 2nd Photographer + Engagement Shoot
- Exclusive wedding guide
- Private online gallery with integrated print store
- Preview images shortly after your wedding
- Pre-wedding Zoom meetings
- 600+ hand-edited, high resolution images
Could not possibly recommend Ray enough to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. My biggest worry for the wedding was choosing the right photographer, and after seeing the photos he had done for a friends wedding, and her account of how great he was, we booked as soon as we could and it was the best decision we made.
— Grace + Ben, Charlton Hall
Slideshows.
These aren’t styled shoots or curated highlights. They’re real weddings, exactly as they happened.
No shot lists. No awkward posing. Just natural storytelling, honest moments, and all the emotion that makes a wedding day what it is.
These slideshows are a mix of real weddings, including some of my favourite images from across the years. The first three are presented entirely in black and white, stripping everything back so you feel the moment, not just see it. Black and white has a way of cutting through the noise and hitting a little deeper. The final two bring colour back into the mix, blending both styles to reflect the full feel of a wedding day.
Take a few minutes, press play, and imagine it’s your day.
Simple Steps.
Send me a message through the contact form with a few details about your wedding.
If I’m available, we’ll arrange a quick Zoom call so we can get to know each other and talk about your plans.
This is a relaxed chat where we’ll talk through your wedding day and what coverage you might need.
Some couples want the main elements covered from prep through to the speeches (Half Day). Most want a full days coverage (prep through to 9pm) and some couples prefer complete coverage which includes a 2nd photographer, engagement shoot etc.
We will discuss what you need not the zoom call and answer any questions.
If everything feels right, I’ll send over a simple online booking proposal.
It only takes a few minutes to complete. Once the contract is signed and the £300 deposit is paid by bank transfer, your wedding date is secured in my calendar.
Once you’re booked in, I’ll send over my welcome guide with tips to help you get the most out of your photography.
You’ll also have my phone number, so feel free to text or WhatsApp any time if you have questions along the way.
Around six weeks before the wedding we’ll have another quick Zoom call to run through your timeline for the day.
This helps everything flow smoothly so you can relax and enjoy the celebration.
The remaining balance for your photography is due around five weeks before the wedding.
The day after the wedding I’ll send a small preview of around 10 photographs so you have something to share straight away.
Your full gallery is usually delivered within 6–8 weeks, occasionally up to 12 weeks during the busiest months.
When editing begins I’ll let you know, and delivery usually follows within about a week.