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Derbyshire Wedding Photographers

Derbyshire Wedding Photographers

Our Derbyshire photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Derby, Chesterfield, Swadlincote, Belper

Derbyshire Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Derbyshire - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Derbyshire photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.

By planning a simple Derbyshire elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Derbyshire documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Derbyshire Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Derbyshire wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

East Midlands WPJA members are ready to document any fast, small, civil ceremony, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Derbyshire Wedding Venues

9 Derbyshire Wedding Photographers...

East Midlands documentary wedding photography by Simon Dewey of England, United Kingdom

Simon Dewey is a wedding reportage photographer based in The Midlands, England. With over a decade of experience and an average of 20-30 weddings photographed per year, Simon discovered his talent for capturing moments through a camera gifted to him on his own wedding day.

1150 (GBP)
BW portrait of Mark Wallis, Europe wedding reportage photographer

With a documentary approach, Mark Wallis competently tells the visual story of your wedding, using an unobtrusive style to capture the genuine and intimate moments that unfold throughout the day.

1450 (GBP)
Portrait of wedding photographer in Derbyshire and Derby, Mamad Mossadegh of the East Midlands England United Kingdom Wedding Photojournalist Association

Mamad Mossadegh, an England-based wedding photographer with a BA in Photography, specializes in natural light, blending documentary and editorial styles. Drawing from 16 years of experience, he captures timeless images and genuine character in relaxed sessions.

1995 (GBP)
UK engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Patrick Mateer

Patrick Mateer is an England-based destination wedding photographer. Together with his wife Hollie Mateer, they run the M and G Wedding Photography studio along with another photographer, Matt Godman. Patrick's passion for photography started at an early age,...

2500 (GBP)
England engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Hollie Mateer of M and G Wedding Photography

Hollie Mateer is a wedding photographer based in East Yorkshire, UK, known for her unique and unposed style. Inspired by photographers like William Eggleston and Diane Arbus, she captures genuine moments that reflect each couple and their special day. With a background in...

2500 (GBP)
Wedding reportage photography by James Arnia

Award-winning wedding photographer James Arnia has been capturing beautiful wedding adventures across the UK since 2008. His style has enabled him to shoot a variety of cultures, such as Afro-Caribbean, Chinese, English, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim, Nigerian and Sikh.

James Arnia

Nottingham in Nottinghamshire, GB *Now booking Derbyshire weddings.
1200 (GBP)
United Kingdom wedding reportage photography by Andrew Heeley

Known for his expertise in wedding reportage photography, Andrew Heeley skillfully captures the essence of each couple's love story, infusing his images with timeless beauty.

Andrew Heeley

Sheffield in South Yorkshire, GB *Now booking Derbyshire weddings.
2000 (GBP)
Nicholas Haigh - UK wedding reportage photographer

With 11 years of experience in landscape and architecture photography, Nicholas Haigh is a wedding photographer who specializes in capturing candid and authentic moments in a documentary style. Based in Lincolnshire, he is available for weddings across the UK and Europe.

Nicholas Haigh

Lincoln in Lincolnshire, GB *Now booking Derbyshire weddings.
1500 (GBP)
Color portrait of Cheshire England wedding photographer Paul Atherton

Paul Atherton is a Cheshire-based wedding photographer specializing in corporate and event photography. With a focus on authentic images, he captures unscripted moments at premier venues in the area. Atherton also offers bespoke designed albums for clients to cherish their...

Paul Atherton

Macclesfield in Cheshire, GB *Now booking Derbyshire weddings.
1750 (GBP)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Derbyshire Couples

Derbyshire Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Derbyshire wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Derbyshire marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Derbyshire engagement portrait sessions with couples.

At Derwent Reservoir, Peak District, UK, the soon-to-be-wed couple embrace lovingly, with the iconic Dambusters practicing dam as a backdrop for their engagement portrait.
This wedding photo captures a sweet moment at a Derbyshire event, with the bride's home as the backdrop - the flower girl plays with her favorite toy in the mirror.
A charming scene unfolds as children prepare for the big day by reading kids books at Morley Hayes Golf Course in Derbyshire, captured in a candid moment during a wedding.
Wedding day moment at Millfields Farm Venue: Groom reading vows to bride during indoor ceremony, captured in a charming black and white style for a timeless touch.
Bride gracefully dips during first dance at the wedding venue of Calke Abbey Riding School, captured in a timeless black and white style, adding a touch of vintage charm to the romantic moment.
A beautiful moment unfolds as the Bride arrives at the wedding Ceremony at Peak Edge Hotel in Chesterfield, UK, with men assisting her out of the bridal car onto the red carpet.
Black and white image of guests joyfully dancing at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire, with a live band in the background, capturing the lively atmosphere of the wedding celebration.
At Millfields Farm in Derbyshire, guests play a game of Jenga, with a tower of wooden blocks toppling over on the lawn at a whimsical wedding celebration.
A beautiful bride in a white gown about to embrace her husband at the altar during their indoor wedding ceremony at Rossington Hall in Derbyshire.
A bride arriving at an outdoor ceremony in Draycott, Derbyshire, UK, framed in a whimsical children's play tent.
Guests arriving at a very rainy wedding in Draycott, Derbyshire, UK, during a monsoon-like downpour
The children take a break and absorb the colorful E-Numbers from their sweets during the reception in Long Eaton, Derbyshire, UK

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Derbyshire wedding photographers?
A: We call them Client Letters. At the WPJA, we decided more than 20 years ago to avoid incorporating those third-person testimonials and endorsements that are found all too often in advertisements. Instead, we elevated our listings with the use of Client Letters, which represent the actual words and feelings of the clients who booked those Derbyshire wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Derbyshire wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Derbyshire wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Derbyshire photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Derbyshire wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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