Photographer's Journal

My Wedding Photography Journal has real weddings, photographic tips, venue features, and inspiration.  If you are a couple planning their wedding you can use this resource to:

  • Learn more about the wedding photography experience
  • Find hints and tips 
  • See photos from real weddings from Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Buckinghamshire and other great UK venues.

Use the filters and links below to explore the different topics. 

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Why book an engagement shoot

Why every couple should consider an Engagement Shoot before their Wedding Your engagement is a brilliant and joyful step in your love story and an engagement photography session is a perfect way to celebrate.  It’s an experience, a chance to capture that special moment, and a confidence-boosting practice before your wedding day.  An engagement shoot also has many other benefits for couples like you.  Get Comfortable

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Oxford Town Hall Wedding Photography

Oxford Town Hall is one of the most iconic wedding venues in the city, offering beautiful architecture, elegant interiors and a central Oxford location. As an experienced Oxford Town Hall wedding photographer, I capture natural, relaxed wedding photography that reflects the atmosphere and character of this historic venue.

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Wedding Sparkler Photos

How to capture magical wedding sparkler photos  A wedding sparkler exit is a popular way to end your celebration on a high or to transition to the party as evening falls.  Sparklers can add a beautiful, glowing moment to your wedding day.  Although some of the steps are similar, there need a little more planning, compared to confetti.  A bit of advance organisation is the key

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Confetti moment - Documentary Wedding Photography

Wedding Confetti Photography

How to Get Beautiful, Joy-Filled Confetti Photos Confetti photos are one of the most joyful and iconic moments of a wedding day. That burst of colour, movement, and celebration perfectly captures the excitement just after the ceremony.  As a wedding photographer, I’m often asked how to make confetti photos look their absolute best. Whether your venue allows traditional paper confetti, petals, or fun alternatives like bubbles

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Bride and Groom Portrait at Ufton Court, Berkshire - Photographed by Matthew Ellacott Photography

Ufton Court Wedding Photography

Wedding Photography at Ufton court is full of stunning photo opportunities. Jess and Dan’s summer Wedding made the most of this unique venue. The wedding day was one of the hottest days of the year. For the couple photos we used the cool shelter of the manor house before exploring the beautiful grounds and gardens. Ufton Court is a Grade I listed Tudor manor set within

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Wedding Ceremony. Lapstone Barn Wedding Photography

Romantic October Wedding at Lapstone Barn

Lapstone Barn Wedding Photograpy My first visit to Lapstone Barn was for Yazmin and Nathan’s beautiful elegant Autumnal wedding. Lapstone Barn was a perfect choice for an October wedding with an elegant blend of seasonal warmth and Cotswold charm. Set among rolling countryside and framed by the venue’s signature honey-coloured stone, the autumn landscape provided a naturally stunning backdrop for the day. Lapstone Barn’s contemporary rustic

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Oxford University Weddings in 2026

Planning a wedding in one of the historic Oxford University Colleges is unlike any other experience. With ancient quadrangles, golden stone cloisters, grand dining halls and serene gardens, an Oxford College wedding offers a magical blend of romance, heritage and breathtaking architecture.

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Wedding Photography at Worton Kitchen Garden Oxfordshire

Worton Kitchen Garden – Wedding Photography

Natural wedding photography at Worton Kitchen Garden – If you dream of a sustainable wedding surrounded by wildflowers, rustic greenhouses, and intimate natural surroundings, Worton Kitchen Garden in Oxfordshire is a unique and enchanting venue. Nestled on a regenerative farm just outside Oxford, this unique venue blends sustainability, beauty, and intimacy. It is a paradise for natural wedding photography with Summer Wedding Photography at Worton Kitchen

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Cherwell Boathouse Wedding

Wedding Photography at the Cherwell Boathouse is always a special treat for me. The Cherwell Boathouse is one of my favourite restaurants in Oxford, when I am off duty and also one the nearest wedding venues to home. Nestled along the serene banks of the River Cherwell, the Cherwell Boathouse in Oxford offers a unique setting for a wedding celebration. With its picturesque surroundings, historic charm,

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