Who I Am, How I Work, and Why That Matters on Your Wedding Day

It makes a real difference when you feel relaxed with your photographer. I’m a documentary wedding photographer, which means I focus on real moments as they happen rather than constantly interrupting the day for posed photos. The result is photographs that feel honest, natural, and full of life.

How I work on a wedding day

As a documentary wedding photographer, I’m not the kind of photographer who takes over the day. Most of the time, I’m quietly blending in, paying attention to the atmosphere, the people, and the small moments you may not even notice at the time. When a little guidance helps, I’ll keep it gentle, natural and definitely low key.

Calm presence — Blending in so you can be yourselves, without staged distractions.
Gentle guidance — Only when it helps, and always kept natural and low key.
Real moments — Honest storytelling that reflects what the day really felt like.

Tearful bride's mother watching ceremony

THROUGH MY LENS

The Images That
Define Me

I’m not drawn to weddings because of perfect posing or carefully manufactured moments. A big part of my job is helping people feel comfortable without making a fuss about it. I work quietly, stay aware of what’s happening around me, and pay attention to the moments that can’t be staged or repeated. For me, the best photographs come when people feel free to be fully present, rather than managed, and you can see that approach throughout my portfolio. If you’d like to see what that looks like in practical terms too, you can also explore my prices.

Having photographed weddings for many years means I know how quickly things move, how easily plans can shift, and how much the little moments matter. That experience helps me stay calm, read the room, quietly adapt, and anticipate moments — all with the kind of quiet confidence that lets you relax and stay present with the people around you.

Calm when your timelines shift – always Focused on the moments that can’t be repeated

How couples felt

“From the start itself, Clive was a calming and approachable presence. He always had a smile on his face, and he made not only us but also our guests feel completely at ease… His photographs are of the highest quality — beautifully capturing every emotion and moment without ever feeling intrusive.”
MATTHEW AND VICTORIA

“The best part about working with Clive is that you didn’t know he was there! He just got stuck in and was like part of the family… When we look at our photos we cry with happiness as he literally went above and beyond.”
KEVIN AND STEPH

You’re in safe hands

I’ve been photographing weddings for a long time, and along the way my work has been recognised by respected organisations and featured in a number of wedding publications.

More than anything, I hope that gives couples confidence that they’re in safe hands, knowing so many others have trusted me with something important.

Experienced across many different kinds of weddings

Recognised by WPJA, This is Reportage, and The Great British Wedding Awards

Featured in respected wedding publications and blogs

Questions

That’s completely fine. I feel exactly the same about posing, so I totally understand why it can feel awkward. My approach is centred around natural, unforced moments, with very little interruption. Even during the couples session, the focus is simply on the two of you being together while I quietly capture what unfolds.

Most of the time, I’m quietly observing rather than directing. I’m there to document the day as it unfolds naturally, without too much interference or constant staging. If a little guidance helps at certain points, I keep it simple, relaxed, and low key.

That’s never a problem. What matters most is being able to read people, light, and timing well, wherever the day happens. I’ll always arrive prepared, and if needed, I’m happy to get there a little earlier to have a look around.

I photograph weddings across the Midlands and much further afield too. Travel within the UK is included in my main wedding packages, so there are no surprise mileage fees to worry about.

If you’re still piecing things together, my wedding planning tips may help you feel a little clearer and more relaxed as your plans take shape.

If this sounds like the kind of approach you’ve been looking for, I’d love to hear a little about your plans.

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5 things I love

🐾 Cats, cats… and more cats!

My wife Marie and I are both total cat lovers. We’ve unofficially adopted three local cats — two from next door and one from a few doors down — and they’re at our house so often, it’s like they live here. Ideal really, since we often cat-sit for our neighbours.

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🍊 Jaffa Cakes

Offer me a Jaffa Cake and I’m yours! I’ve even had brides gift me a box on their wedding day (hint hint — it absolutely works!)

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😄 Silly jokes

I’ve got a soft spot for daft humour. Tim Vine’s my current favourite — I can’t resist his puns! Like: “I’ve decided to sell my Hoover – it was just collecting dust.” Or, “My mate’s motto was: ‘Always leave the theatre with them wanting more!’ Great guy, but terrible anaesthetist.”

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🗣️ Languages (and a bit of brain training)

They say language learning is great for the brain — boosting memory, keeping things flexible, and even slowing cognitive decline. So I say: fun and functional!

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☕ Coffee & Red Wine

Mornings don’t start until I’ve had my coffee — I’m really not a morning person. As for tea? No thanks! But pair a lovely meal with a glass of red wine, and I’m all in.