Real Weddings and Wedding Stories

Every wedding has its own feel, its own people, and its own story to tell. This is where I share a selection of real weddings I’ve photographed, with moments that show how the day truly unfolded. If you’d like to get a better feel for how I work, how different weddings can look, and the kind of honest, story-led images I’m drawn to, this is a good place to start. You can also browse my portfolio for a broader view of how I photograph across a wedding day.

Every wedding has its own feel, its own people, and its own story to tell. This is where I share a selection of real weddings I’ve photographed, with moments that show how the day truly unfolded. If you’d like to get a better feel for how I work, how different weddings can look, and the kind of honest, story-led images I’m drawn to, this is a good place to start. You can also browse my portfolio for a broader view of how I photograph across a wedding day. And if you’re still shaping your own plans, these wedding planning tips may be useful as well.

Wedding Stories and News

Should Women Propose to Men?

“Who should propose first?” Attitudes are changing as more and more women are choosing to pop the question first. Here’s how Natalie proposed to Richard.

Micro Wedding Photography

Planning a smaller, micro wedding celebration and don’t want all the fuss with a traditional wedding? Here’s a simple, helpful guide for you.

5 Tips for the Groom When Getting Ready

The ladies have always had a knack at making the most out of their wedding day. “But lads, how can you and the boys do it too?” With these 5 simple tips. Your wedding day will be bound to be glorious.

Winter Sun Wedding

Winter weddings aren’t all about shooting in freezing weather and snow. Here’s a wedding shot in the glorious winter sun and how I made the best use of this dramatic lighting.

Wedding Photography in Winter

Winter weddings are a wonderful and unique time to arrange a wedding celebration. Here are my 5 top tips as a winter wedding photographer.

Is it OK For The Groom to Cry?

It’s 100% OK for a groom to cry at his wedding! But what if he’s expected to shed tears and he’s not that type of person? Read how to avoid that pressure.

Thank You Letter | Clive Blair Photography

In the midst of the current COVID-19 chaos, it was lovely to receive the following thank-you letter to brighten my day. It was from my last 2019 wedding, at Ettington Park for the lovely Daniel and Amy.