Wedding Photographers in Ilkeston

My wedding photography focuses on documenting your celebration and the joy shared by everyone present. Rather than letting photography dominate the day, I allow your wedding to unfold naturally while being there to capture all the genuine fun and excitement.

My approach blends beautiful candid moments with some refined, posed portraits, and I'm always committed to keeping any planned shots quick and enjoyable for everyone involved.

Using cutting-edge camera technology specifically designed for low-light conditions, I create stunning, sharp images even in the most challenging indoor venues.

I bring energy and passion to every wedding, delivering exceptional photos through a warm and professional approach.
I also provide an excellent photo and video combination package that includes a dynamic, entertaining video alongside my natural photography, giving you a complete and memorable record of your special day

Wedding Photography Package

Two hours before the Ceremony to 30 minutes after the First Dance.
Natural and creative – great shots that aren’t over posed.
Unobtrusive and candid approach.
Full rights to distribute, copy and print.
All photos professionally edited.
Photos provided as a digital download.
High Quality (no watermarks).
Online gallery with the option to easily purchase hard copy prints.
500+ Photos.

Tom

Experience:

18 years

Weddings:

100+

12 hours coverage

Pre-wedding consultation video call

1000+ edited images

Sneak Peek within 72 hours of up to 10% of total number of images

Marek

Experience:

12 years

Weddings:

100+

08 Hours Coverage

01 – Photographer

700 + Fully Curated & Edited Images

A Pre-Wedding Meetings

Private Online Gallery

A Music Slideshow of the highlights of the day

Digital Download with high resolutions

Jay G

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

100+

A Full day's Photographic coverage

We are with you, if required, from your bridal preps right through to the dancing, covering everything including the first dance and onwards. No matter how many locations, venue changes or times, we are there with you to record your day.​

One, with the option for two or even more Photographers (As many photographer as you need for your wedding day) , we work with you to make sure, your day is covered in the way you want it to be. Not just your preps, your partners too (if required).

A second photographer gives more options for your wedding day, two venues, two angles during the ceremony and a whole photographer dedicated to capturing the feel and candid's in addition to a lead photographer to focus of the feelings, emotions and stunning portraiture.

Unlimited images A lot depends on the amount of "action" on your wedding day, but we would never put an amount on the number of images taken, some wedding produce 400 images some over a thousand, every image will be made album ready before we send them to you.

All Supplied via an unrestricted download, Usually within 14 days of your wedding day. Unlike many photographer at our level we still include the option of a USB of all your images. This Download or the USB contains full size photographs, which you are free to print and reproduce as you wish.

In your client area you have a fully functional secure site that you are in full control of. You control not only who can view your images but are able to hide images you don't wish people to see. You and your guests can download your images, share them directly on social media or edit then all from your gallery.

You can even upload a photo of your home and see, via our room designer, what large art work would look like.

The photography on the day is primarily stunning layered storytelling documentary photography, but the family and portraits never take second place, a perfect mix of stunning portraits, family love and your wedding story recorded and documented with passion, care and love

Stephen

Experience:

19 years

Weddings:

100+

FULL WEDDING DAY COVERAGE - STARTING FROM 2h BEFORE THE CEREMONY
PRE-WEDDING CONSULTATION
1 PHOTOGRAPHER
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY - SUBJECT TO DAYLIGHT & FLY SAFE CONDITIONS
BRIDE'S MORNING PREPS (GROOM'S ONLY IF THE SAME LOCATION)
WEDDING CEREMONY
COCKTAIL HOUR
FAMILY PHOTOS
BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAIT PHOTOSHOOT ON THE DAY
RECEPTION ROOM DETAILS
RECEPTION + 1h AFTER THE FIRST DANCE
APPROX. 500 COLOURFUL - CANDID & BEAUTIFULLY POSED PHOTOS
PHOTO BOX EXCLUSIVE - THE BOX INCLUDES USB AND 50 PRINTS
SHAREABLE PRIVATE ONLINE GALLERY AVAILABLE UP TO 3 MONTHS
SOCIAL MEDIA SNEAK PEEK WITHIN 72 HOURS
FREE PRE-WEDDING PHOTO SHOOT IN LOCATION WITHIN 30 MILES FROM S70

Damian

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

50+

A full day coverage of up to 8 hours allows me to capture a few bridal/groom prep shots, the ceremony, reception, the family group shots, speeches, dinner, a lovely sunset session with the couple, cake cutting and first dance.

You will receive a password protected gallery link with all the best images from your wedding. On average I deliver a minimum of 75 edited images per hour of coverage, you can share the gallery link with all your friends and family. The gallery is available online for up to 6 months.

Milda

Experience:

10 years

Weddings:

100+

My full-day photography package is designed to tell the complete story of your wedding - from the quiet anticipation of morning preparations to the energy of the dance floor.

You’ll receive 700+ carefully edited images, delivered through a private, password-protected online gallery. Within 48 hours of the wedding, I’ll also send a preview gallery of 50+ images so you can relive and share the magic while it still feels fresh.

My approach is relaxed, thoughtful and unobtrusive, blending natural documentary coverage with elegant portraits, editorial details and gentle direction where it helps.

Martin

Experience:

9 years

Weddings:

100+

This collection is ideal for full-day weddings, covering everything from the morning preparations through to approximately half an hour after the first dance — ensuring the key moments and atmosphere of your celebration are beautifully documented.

Prior to the wedding, we’ll have a pre-wedding consultation to discuss your plans, timeline and priorities. Around one month before your wedding, I will also send you a detailed questionnaire to gather final information, important moments, family groupings and any specific requests, so nothing meaningful is overlooked.

On the day itself, I will personally photograph your wedding for up to 10 hours, working in a calm and unobtrusive manner to capture natural moments, genuine emotions and the finer details as they unfold.

Complimentary drone photography is included where weather conditions, venue and location permissions allow, offering a beautiful aerial perspective of your venue and surroundings.

After the wedding, I carefully edit and refine at least 500 images in my signature style. Your photographs will be delivered via a private online gallery for easy viewing and sharing.

I photograph weddings with discretion, intention and a refined eye for detail. From intimate ceremonies to vibrant multi-day celebrations, I understand the rhythm and emotion behind each moment. Couples value my calm presence, gentle guidance and ability to create images that feel effortless yet elevated — a collection that reflects your day beautifully and authentically.

If everything feels like the right fit, you are warmly invited to schedule a video call by clicking the 'Book a call' button at the top of this page. I look forward to hearing about your plans.

Mykola

Experience:

13 years

Weddings:

100+

1 Photographer for your wedding day
Unlimited coverage of your wedding day
Pre-wedding planning zoom call
Bridal prep to first dance coverage and beyond
500+ images from the day fully edited to perfectly tell the story of your day, no limits on what we deliver we deliver.
Online album with online print store
Presentation box inc 40 prints and a matching USB with all

Richard

Experience:

10 years

Weddings:

100+

A full day of coverage from the final moments of getting ready through to your first dance and the celebrations that follow. Natural, relaxed photography of both partners’ preparations, your ceremony, portraits, family groups, candid moments, speeches, details, and evening atmosphere. You’ll receive a beautifully edited online gallery of high‑resolution images to download and share, all delivered in my signature style. Travel within the UK is included, and you’ll have my support throughout the day to help everything run smoothly and feel effortless.

Stuart

Experience:

30 years

Weddings:

100+

My full day package includes a pre-wedding consultation and coverage of your special day from preparations through to first dance.

After the big day, I then edit the photos and send you a link to an online gallery, where you can download and share your full resolution images.

I also provide a copy of your gallery on a USB.

Lisa

Experience:

15 years

Weddings:

50+

* PRE-WEDDING CONSULTATION
* BRIDAL PREP UNTIL AN HOUR AFTER FIRST DANCE
* ONE PHOTOGRAPHER
* IMAGES INDIVIDUALLY EDITED AND PROCESS WITH MY SIGNATURE STYLE OF 600+ IMAGES
* ONLINE PRIVATE GALLERY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS
* DRONE SHOTS INCLUDED
* TRAVEL FEE APPLIES IF ITS MORE THAN 2HRS DRIVE ONE WAY FROM MY LOCATION (IMPORTANT)

Edward

Experience:

4 years

Weddings:

50+

5 hours coverage

Pre-wedding consultation video call

650+ edited images

Sneak Peek within 72 hours of up to 10% of total number of images

Marek

Experience:

12 years

Weddings:

100+

04 Hours Coverage

01 – Photographer

350 + Fully Curated & Edited Images

A Pre-Wedding Meetings

Private Online Gallery

A Music Slideshow of the highlights of the day

Digital Download with high resolutions

Jay G

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

100+

WEDDING DAY - up to 6 HOURS COVERAGE
PRE-WEDDING CONSULTATION
1 PHOTOGRAPHER
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY - SUBJECT TO DAYLIGHT & FLY SAFE CONDITIONS
BRIDE'S PREPS - SUBJECT TO LOCATION & TIME
WEDDING CEREMONY
FAMILY PHOTOS
BRIDE & GROOM PORTRAIT PHOTOSHOOT ON THE DAY
SPEECHES IF BEFORE THE MEAL
APPROX. 350 COLOURFUL - CANDID & BEAUTIFULLY POSED PHOTOS
6X4'' EXCLUSIVE BOX FOR PRINTS + USB + 20 PRINTS
SHAREABLE PRIVATE ONLINE GALLERY
SOCIAL MEDIA SNEAK PEEK WITHIN 72 HOURS
FREE PRE-WEDDING PHOTO SHOOT IN LOCATION WITHIN 20 MILES FROM S70

Damian

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

50+

The Crème de la crème of my photography offerings. This is the ultimate package which offers you 600 photos, 2 awesome photographers and a bespoke USB stick with your names engraved onto it. This is wedding photography with all the bells and whistles!

- 600+ Edited Photos
- Two photographers
- Unlimited pre-wedding meets
- 12 hours of coverage
- 30 photos within 24 hours
- Bespoke USB Drive

Rick

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

25+

Ceremony only Coverage -

150 - 250 Photos Delivered

Jay G

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

100+

UP TO THREE HOURS WEDDING DAY COVERAGE
WHAT'S MOST IMPORTANT FOR YOU? LET ME KNOW WHEN TO START
PRE-WEDDING CONSULTATION
1 PHOTOGRAPHER
APPROX. 100 COLOURFUL - CANDID & BEAUTIFULLY POSED PHOTOS
SHAREABLE PRIVATE ONLINE GALLERY
SOCIAL MEDIA SNEAK PEEK WITHIN 72 HOURS

Damian

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

50+

My wedding photography focuses on documenting your celebration and the joy shared by everyone present. Rather than letting photography dominate the day, I allow your wedding to unfold naturally while being there to capture all the genuine fun and excitement.

My approach blends beautiful candid moments with some refined, posed portraits, and I'm always committed to keeping any planned shots quick and enjoyable for everyone involved.

Using cutting-edge camera technology specifically designed for low-light conditions, I create stunning, sharp images even in the most challenging indoor venues.

I bring energy and passion to every wedding, delivering exceptional photos through a warm and professional approach.
I also provide an excellent photo and video combination package that includes a dynamic, entertaining video alongside my natural photography, giving you a complete and memorable record of your special day

Wedding Photography Package

Two hours before the Ceremony to 30 minutes after the First Dance.
Natural and creative – great shots that aren’t over posed.
Unobtrusive and candid approach.
Full rights to distribute, copy and print.
All photos professionally edited.
Photos provided as a digital download.
High Quality (no watermarks).
Online gallery with the option to easily purchase hard copy prints.
500+ Photos.

Tom

Experience:

18 years

Weddings:

100+

12 hours coverage

Pre-wedding consultation video call

1000+ edited images

Sneak Peek within 72 hours of up to 10% of total number of images

Marek

Experience:

12 years

Weddings:

100+

A Full day's Photographic coverage

We are with you, if required, from your bridal preps right through to the dancing, covering everything including the first dance and onwards. No matter how many locations, venue changes or times, we are there with you to record your day.​

One, with the option for two or even more Photographers (As many photographer as you need for your wedding day) , we work with you to make sure, your day is covered in the way you want it to be. Not just your preps, your partners too (if required).

A second photographer gives more options for your wedding day, two venues, two angles during the ceremony and a whole photographer dedicated to capturing the feel and candid's in addition to a lead photographer to focus of the feelings, emotions and stunning portraiture.

Unlimited images A lot depends on the amount of "action" on your wedding day, but we would never put an amount on the number of images taken, some wedding produce 400 images some over a thousand, every image will be made album ready before we send them to you.

All Supplied via an unrestricted download, Usually within 14 days of your wedding day. Unlike many photographer at our level we still include the option of a USB of all your images. This Download or the USB contains full size photographs, which you are free to print and reproduce as you wish.

In your client area you have a fully functional secure site that you are in full control of. You control not only who can view your images but are able to hide images you don't wish people to see. You and your guests can download your images, share them directly on social media or edit then all from your gallery.

You can even upload a photo of your home and see, via our room designer, what large art work would look like.

The photography on the day is primarily stunning layered storytelling documentary photography, but the family and portraits never take second place, a perfect mix of stunning portraits, family love and your wedding story recorded and documented with passion, care and love

Stephen

Experience:

19 years

Weddings:

100+

My full day package includes a pre-wedding consultation and coverage of your special day from preparations through to first dance.

After the big day, I then edit the photos and send you a link to an online gallery, where you can download and share your full resolution images.

I also provide a copy of your gallery on a USB.

Lisa

Experience:

15 years

Weddings:

50+

7 hour photo coverage of your wedding day.

- Photos provided in an online gallery where you can download & share with family & friends.

This package is perfect for couples who don’t want their prep covered and is usually enough time to go from ceremony to first dance.

Brendan

Experience:

10 years

Weddings:

100+

Your wedding day is filled with meaningful moments—both the big, emotional highlights and the candid, unplanned ones—and you can trust us to capture them all.

Our photography blends a natural, documentary style with a touch of creative flair, ensuring your memories are preserved in a way that feels authentic, beautiful, and timeless.

Included in our Platinum Package is the Video Flip Book.

The Video Flip Book is a personalised animated flip book featuring 20–30 of your favourite photos from your wedding day. It opens with a custom 3D animated intro tailored just for you. Whether you prefer the look of coffee, wine, biscuits, sandwiches, wood, or marble, we offer a range of unique themes for you to choose from when booking, so it truly reflects your style.

Aiden & James

Experience:

10 years

Weddings:

10+

08 Hours Coverage

01 – Photographer

700 + Fully Curated & Edited Images

A Pre-Wedding Meetings

Private Online Gallery

A Music Slideshow of the highlights of the day

Digital Download with high resolutions

Jay G

Experience:

5 years

Weddings:

100+

Full day package with all digital photographs provided on a USB drive. With experience of nearly 200 weddings I provide a variety of different photographs for you enjoy. This package covers the full day of wedding photography from your preparations, up to your first dance and including those party dance moves.

Alex

Experience:

9 years

Weddings:

100+

Up to 10 hours.
From morning preparations to the dancing.
All of the support and guidance you need.
Family & friend group photos.
Photos delivered in both colour & black and white.
Private online gallery - your photos ready to be downloaded and shared.
Prints, albums & wall art available to order through your online gallery.

Max

Experience:

7 years

Weddings:

100+

Epic Love Story is designed for couples who want most of their day covered, without needing full-day coverage.

This package typically begins during preparations or shortly before the ceremony and runs through the key moments of the day, including the ceremony, drinks reception, speeches and first dance.

It’s a relaxed, documentary approach that focuses on real moments and natural connection, without staging or interruption.

What’s included:
• Up to 8 hours of coverage
• Preparations for one partner (or coverage starting just before the ceremony)
• Ceremony, drinks reception, speeches, cake cutting and first dance
• A secure online gallery to share with friends and family
• A minimum of 400 high-resolution, fully edited images
• Preview images delivered within 7 working days
• Travel included within 55 miles of South Norfolk
• Pre-wedding consultation to plan timings and coverage

This package is ideal for venue weddings where you want a strong, complete story of the day without full evening coverage.

Aaron

Experience:

3 years

Weddings:

25+

Pre-wedding video meeting & an online gallery to download your photos

Reasons to book me as your wedding photographer (or not it's up to you)
• I'll always have at least 1 meeting over zoom before the big day to run through everything- but if you want more we can have more (depends how much you like me!)
•I'll ask you a fair few questions to make sure I match the vibe and deliver your dream shots
•I'll ask you about any crazy shots you may want to try. Smoke bombs, confetti, throwing the bride into the air! Anything you want to try IT IS YOUR DAY
•I'll get emotional & will definitely cry at least once! (I'm human it happens)
•You can expect me to drop some extremely bad dance moves when the party gets going as I try blend in for those action shots
•You and your partner will have to endure my terrible dad jokes to get natural photos of you with smiles for your couples portraits (hope you like extremely bad puns!)

Charlotte

Experience:

4 years

Weddings:

100+

Coverage of up to 10 hours of your special day

Bridal/Groom Prep to late evening celebrations

Ceremony Coverage and Confetti

Unlimited Group Photos

Up to 30 Minutes of Couple Portraits

Reception details, Speeches, First Dance, Cake Cutting

USB in a Keepsake box

Private Online Gallery to share amongst family and friends, downloadable, available for 45 days after publication.

Julie

Experience:

11 years

Weddings:

50+