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Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographers

Our Nottinghamshire photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Nottingham, Mansfield, Beeston, Carlton

Nottinghamshire Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Nottinghamshire - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Nottinghamshire photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.

By planning a simple Nottinghamshire elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Nottinghamshire documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The couple asked their best friend to officiate their small wedding, which led to plenty of laughter and tears as they stood with their friend and watched her sign the marriage license
Darren Hendry
Sunrise Amphitheater Wedding image of a couple having a simple mountain adventure elopement
Lucy Schultz
The couple said their vows at a small ceremony at the Register Office, then walked the streets together, the bride was smiling big
Boz Green

Nottinghamshire Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Nottinghamshire wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

East Midlands WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, secret, quick, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

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8 Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographers...

Nottinghamshire wedding, engagement and elopement photography by Nathan Walker of East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

In 2015, Nathan Walker, a Nottinghamshire documentary wedding photographer, embarked on a mission to immortalize cherished family moments, seeking an alternative to the shallow snapshots flooding social media platforms.

Nathan Walker

Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, GB
36
1
7
1500 (GBP)
Wedding reportage photography by James Arnia

Award-winning wedding photographer James Arnia has been capturing beautiful wedding adventures across the UK since 2008. His style has enabled him to shoot a variety of cultures, such as Afro-Caribbean, Chinese, English, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Nigerian and Sikh.

James Arnia

Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, GB
19
1200 (GBP)
Portrait of Nottinghamshire elopement and wedding photographer Martin Makowski, of United Kingdom England East Midlands

Martin Makowski, a Nottinghamshire wedding reportage photographer, has been capturing stunning wedding moments for 6 years. Photography has always been his passion - his first experience with a camera was at the age of 7, when he inherited his father's Russian Zenith...

Martin Makowski

Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, GB
22
1400 (GBP)
UK engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Patrick Mateer

Patrick Mateer is a talented England documentary wedding photographer. Alongside his wife Hollie Mateer, he operates the successful M and G Wedding Photography studio. His love for photography started early, as he was influenced by his father’s work as an art and animation...

Patrick Mateer

Kingston Upon Hull in East Riding of Yorkshire, GB *Now booking Nottinghamshire weddings.
156
3
3
2500 (GBP)
England engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Hollie Mateer of M and G Wedding Photography

Hollie Mateer is a wedding photographer based in East Yorkshire, UK, known for her unique and unposed style. Inspired by photographers like William Eggleston and Diane Arbus, she captures genuine moments that reflect each couple and their special day. With a background in...

Hollie Mateer

Kingston Upon Hull in East Riding of Yorkshire, GB *Now booking Nottinghamshire weddings.
108
1
1
2500 (GBP)
East Midlands documentary wedding photography by Simon Dewey of England, United Kingdom

A skilled documentary wedding photographer, Simon Dewey combines his passion for storytelling with his natural talent for photography to create beautiful and authentic memories for couples in The Midlands.

Simon Dewey

Derby in Derbyshire, GB *Now booking Nottinghamshire weddings.
4
1150 (GBP)
Nicholas Haigh - UK wedding reportage photographer

Nicholas Haigh, an experienced England wedding photographer, captures candid and authentic moments with his journalistic approach. He covers weddings throughout the UK and Europe from his base in Lincolnshire.

Nicholas Haigh

Lincoln in Lincolnshire, GB *Now booking Nottinghamshire weddings.
12
1500 (GBP)
Portrait of wedding photographer in Derbyshire and Derby, Mamad Mossadegh of the East Midlands England United Kingdom Wedding Photojournalist Association

Mamad Mossadegh, an England-based wedding photographer with a BA in Photography, specializes in natural light, blending documentary and editorial styles. Drawing from 16 years of experience, he captures timeless images and genuine character in relaxed sessions.

Mamad Mossadegh

Derby in Derbyshire, GB *Now booking Nottinghamshire weddings.
1995 (GBP)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Nottinghamshire Couples

Nottinghamshire Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Wedding Venue Pictures by Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Nottinghamshire wedding photos.

Nottinghamshire Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Nottinghamshire wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Nottinghamshire marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Nottinghamshire engagement portrait sessions with couples.

Captured at the charming West Bridgford Hall in Nottinghamshire, this wedding photo shows the endearing moment when a baby excitedly runs towards the beaming bride during the ceremony.
At West Bridgford Hall, the groom tenderly kisses his bride on the forehead following their beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony. The sky, adorned with fluffy clouds, serves as the backdrop for this unforgettable moment.
At Colwick Hall Hotel in Nottingham, the bride's dress train was being carefully tended to by a bridesmaid in the getting ready room.
Captured at St Edmund's Church in Nottinghamshire, this wedding picture showcases the newlyweds sharing their second kiss in the intimate setting of the priest's chambers. A beautiful moment filled with love and romance.
A photographer captured the groom at his home in Nottingham, UK, putting the final touches to his hair before the wedding.
Photograph taken at a wedding, capturing the bride and groom's first kiss at Hazel Gap Barn. Artistic black and white image with a low camera angle during the ceremony.
Wedding photo taken in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire where the Bride encounters another Bride on a trail during fall.
Newly married Bride and Groom at Hazel Gap Barn in Nottinghamshire, surrounded by joyous guests throwing confetti as they walk back down the aisle.
Wedding guests at Meilish Rugby Club practice archery under dramatic gray skies, capturing a unique and memorable scene of celebration.
Joyful moment captured at Langar Hall, Nottingham, UK, as guests chuckle at the bride trying to remove confetti from her dress, creating a heartwarming scene.
Bride joyfully tosses her bouquet under the marquee in The Walled Garden, Nottingham, UK, captured from a low angle, adding excitement and anticipation to the festive moment.
A wedding photo taken at Pumping House in Nottinghamshire, UK, featuring a Jenga game and a quirky giraffe painting in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Nottinghamshire wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Nottinghamshire wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Nottinghamshire photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Nottinghamshire wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Nottinghamshire wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Nottinghamshire wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Jola Mulder, of Overijssel, is a wedding photographer for
Bringing it Home: The Joys of a Backyard Wedding
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Smaller Weddings in a Time of Social Distancing
It’s no secret that these are strange times we’re going through right now, and there are many couples out there with weddings set in the near future who are left feeling uncertain and concerned about their futures. While that’s understandable, it’s also important to...Read more
Small Weddings - How to Budget and Save
Traditionally speaking, often times it is the couple’s families who help pay for their wedding. However, unfortunately that’s just not possible for everyone, especially these days when the cost of weddings can quickly and easily get out of control. Some couples find...Read more

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

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