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Kent wedding photographer, based in Maidstone

Relaxed, natural wedding photography across Kent, London and the south east, with packages that include your printed stationery.

Bride smiling up at the groom under oak leaves at a summer wedding in Kent
Bride by the window in the oak-panelled room with round windows at Bradbourne House
Groom kissing the bride's forehead in the brick arch at Oakwood House, Maidstone
Couple kissing in the lit-up Garden Gazebo at night at The Orchard, Bearsted
Bride and groom laughing as guests throw confetti on the lawn at a Kent wedding
Bride and bridesmaids in red dresses cheering on the lawn at a Kent wedding
Confetti falling around the couple in the brick arch at Oakwood House in autumn
Two grooms laughing as guests throw confetti outside a Kent wedding venue
Couple smiling at each other under oak leaves at Oakwood House
Firefighters in dress uniform lifting the bride on the steps at Bradbourne House
Bride looking thoughtfully at her reflection in an oval mirror while getting ready
Bride holding her bouquet in soft window light before the ceremony
Wedding ceremony at the altar beneath a stained glass window in a Kent church
Bride smiling as her veil is put in place on the wedding morning
Two grooms raising champagne through a car sunroof as guests cheer outside a Kent wedding venue
Bride laughing up at the groom during the first dance under a crystal chandelier as guests watch
Bride, groom and their families waving and cheering for the group photo on the lawn
Couple kissing under golden autumn leaves at Oakwood House
Bride and groom twirling in front of a summer flower border at a Kent wedding
Father walking the bride into the ceremony at Bradbourne House
Bride and groom kissing outside a medieval stone church in Kent
Bride and groom on the grand carved staircase at Chilston Park Hotel, Lenham
Groom and groomsmen in sunglasses outside The Orchard, Bearsted
Bride under the festoon-lit Water Terrace at The Orchard, Bearsted
Bride, bridesmaids and flower girl on the grand staircase at Oakwood House
Bride smiling in her robe on the wedding morning
Page boy holding hands and looking up during the ceremony at Bradbourne House
Groomsmen in matching check suits carrying the groom in the sunshine
Groom grinning at the bride in front of an old wooden door at Oakwood House
Couple in front of the gilded mirror and marble fireplace at Bradbourne House
Flower girl holding the bouquet with page boys behind her on the lawn
Couple admiring their wedding rings in the box-hedge garden at The Secret Garden, Mersham-le-Hatch
Groom carrying the page boy on his shoulders in a conga through the portrait room at Bradbourne House
Bride and groom walking under festoon lights and pleached trees at night
Bride and bridesmaid in matching pyjamas getting ready
Wedding guests laughing together in a fireside room
Ring exchange in the blue portrait room at Bradbourne House
Two guests giving a thumbs up under the flower arch at The Orchard
Two page boys in blue suits looking out of the window
Bride and groom walking out through the doors under the stained glass at Oakwood House
Couple walking hand in hand past the veranda at Oakwood House, Maidstone
Guest and two flower girls in heart sunglasses striking a pose on the dance floor
Guests laughing during the evening entertainment at a Kent wedding reception
Groom holding the door of the classic wedding car for the bride at Chilston Park Hotel
Groomsmen lifting the groom on the lawn at Oakwood House
Bride and friends dancing with arms raised at Bradbourne House
Bride smiling up at the groom during their first dance with the live band playing behind
Groom hugging the flower girl as the bride looks on at Bradbourne House

How I photograph your wedding

Before the day we’ll talk through what you want it to feel like, so I understand the shots that matter. On the day I arrive promptly, talk you through each step, and keep the group photos quick and painless, even with the most excited guests. Then I step back and let the day unfold: the nerves while getting ready, the moment you first see each other, the speeches and the dance floor.

Every wedding is shot on two cameras: a full-frame mirrorless body and a 100-megapixel Fuji GFX medium format camera. You get the best image quality, and a backup of every moment.

Twilight and smaller weddings

Twilight weddings have become one of my most popular bookings, and the golden light at the end of the day suits them perfectly. My twilight wedding package is £697 including VAT, and it’s a great fit for registry office ceremonies, such as at Oakwood House in Maidstone, and smaller evening celebrations.

Wedding photography across Kent

I’m based in Maidstone, in the middle of the county, so venues across Kent are an easy journey. I’ve photographed weddings at Rowhill Grange near Dartford, Chilston Park Hotel in Lenham, Bradbourne House in West Malling and The Secret Garden in Ashford, and I regularly cover weddings in Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Canterbury and the Medway towns, as well as London, Sussex, Surrey and Essex.

Photography and printing in one booking

Both packages include printed stationery, so your table plan and table cards (and, with the full-day package, your invitations and order of service) are taken care of. That’s one less supplier to find and one less thing to organise.

Packages

Wedding photography with printing included

Your table plan and stationery come printed as part of the package, so there's one less supplier to organise.

Full day wedding

Photography and every printed piece

£997complete, inc. VAT

  • 8 hours of wedding photography, from getting ready to the first dance
  • 100 invitations
  • 100 order of service booklets
  • 100 table cards
  • A1 table plan
  • Shot on two cameras, including 100-megapixel medium format
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Twilight wedding

For shorter, later-in-the-day celebrations

£697complete, inc. VAT

  • 6 hours of wedding photography
  • 100 table cards
  • A1 table plan
  • Ideal for twilight ceremonies, registry office weddings and evening receptions
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Both packages are open to every couple, including same-sex weddings. Need something different, such as ceremony-only cover or an engagement shoot? Ask and I'll put together a quote.

Venues

Venues I've photographed

Your venue not listed? That's fine. Before a wedding somewhere new I study the venue's photos and visit a few days beforehand, so I know where the light falls and where the group shots will work. Every venue on this list was a first once.

Ceremonies

Receptions

  • Chilston Park HotelLenham
  • Lower Hardres Village HallCanterbury
  • The Cornwallis SuiteMaidstone
  • The Essex MansionEssex
  • Village HotelMaidstone
  • Wildshark VineyardMaidstone
★★★★★
“His demeanour and calm nature was excellent when getting the group photos and he wasn’t intrusive when capturing the ceremony and more relaxed moments.”
Chris H. · Wedding
★★★★★
“He managed to get some very excited guests into position for some fantastic group shots.”
Trevor W. · Wedding
★★★★★
“On the day, Chris arrived early to prepare and talked us through everything, step by step as the day progressed. He put us both at ease, which helped settle our nerves…”
Wayne B. · Twilight wedding, Rowhill Grange
★★★★★
“Despite there being severe delays beyond the control of all involved, Chris completely rearranged his day to make sure he could capture ours.”
Connor M. · Wedding
★★★★★
“Chris really got to know us as we worked out what we wanted our wedding to be like. He understood exactly what we wanted - a relaxed vibe!”
Nicky P. · Wedding, The Secret Garden
★★★★★
“He was very discreet but there for every single special moment! We were blown away by the pictures we received from Chris!”
Oakwood House couple · Wedding, September 2025

Questions people ask

How much does a wedding photographer cost in Kent?

My full-day package is £997 and my twilight package is £697, both including VAT and both including printed stationery. Prices across Kent vary widely, so it’s worth comparing exactly what’s included, such as hours of coverage, the number of photos and extras like printing. My guide to how much a wedding photographer costs in Kent explains what to look for.

Which parts of Kent do you cover?

All of it. I’m based in Maidstone, so venues across mid Kent are close by, and I regularly travel to Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Canterbury, Ashford, Dartford and the Medway towns, as well as London, Sussex, Surrey and Essex.

Do you cover my wedding if it's outside Kent?

Yes. I’m based in Maidstone and regularly photograph weddings across Kent, London, Sussex, Surrey and Essex. Further afield is fine too, just ask.

Can I book you for just the ceremony, or a shorter day?

Of course. I can tailor cover to suit, from a 2-hour engagement shoot to the full day from getting ready to the first dance. My micro wedding package gives you 4 hours for £397, ideal for registry office ceremonies, and the twilight package is a good fit for later, shorter celebrations.

Our photographer has cancelled. Can you step in?

Often, yes, even at a day’s notice, and at my normal prices with no rush fee. See my emergency wedding photographer page or call 01622 961023 for an immediate answer.

Will you work alongside our videographer?

Yes, happily. I’ve worked alongside videographers at weddings and we coordinate so neither of us gets in the other’s shot.

What if the day runs late?

Weddings rarely run exactly to time, and that’s fine. I keep in touch with you and your venue on the day and adapt as things change, so the important moments are still captured.

What happens if a camera fails on the day?

I shoot every wedding on two cameras, a full-frame mirrorless body and a 100-megapixel Fuji GFX medium format camera, and both record as I go. Your photos are never relying on a single card or a single camera.

What will my photos look like?

Natural and colourful, with warm skin tones and plenty of detail. My signature edit is a rich, warm look called Brown Sway, and a more muted, classic edit is available if you prefer.

Do you photograph same-sex weddings?

Absolutely, and both packages are open to every couple. There’s more about my approach on my same-sex wedding photography page.

I've left it late. Can you help at short notice?

Quite possibly. Call me on 01622 961023. It’s a cloud number that rings straight through to my mobile, so you’ll get a quick answer on whether I’m free.

Can you print our wedding stationery and photos?

Yes. Your stationery is printed in-house as part of both packages, and prints of your favourite photos can be ordered afterwards.

Is your date still free?

Send me your date and venue and I'll confirm availability and the right package, usually the same day.

Prefer to talk? Call 01622 961023. It comes straight through to my mobile.