Wedding Photographer in Essex
Jonathan Owen
If you want wedding photos that feel like your day, not a photoshoot, you’re in the right place.
I photograph weddings in a relaxed, documentary style, focusing on real moments, natural interactions, and the atmosphere you’ll actually want to remember.
How I photograph weddings
My approach is simple. I blend in, keep things calm, and capture the story as it unfolds.
That usually means the moments around the edges, the reactions during the ceremony, the chaos and laughs during speeches, and the little details you didn’t even spot on the day.
I don’t run structured posing as a main part of the coverage, but I can absolutely take one or two simple family groups or one full group photo if that matters to you.
A few wedding highlights
Want to see more than a handful of highlights?
Head over to the wedding portfolio for a curated mix of real weddings and moments, all in one place.
Weddings across Essex
I photograph weddings across Essex, from coastal settings to countryside celebrations, with the same calm, story led approach throughout.
Here are a few areas I regularly cover:
- Chelmsford
- Basildon
- Rayleigh
- Colchester
- Leigh on Sea
- Southend on Sea
Travel is quoted per booking and confirmed as part of your tailored quote, based on the location and logistics for your day.
Wedding packages and pricing
- 4 hours relaxed, documentary coverage
- Zero structured posing
- Password-protected online gallery
- Extra hours: £125 per hour
- Full-day documentary coverage from prep to evening
- 10-image preview within 3 days
- Online gallery with prints and downloads
- Full-day uninterrupted coverage
- 15-image preview within 3 days
- Digital mini-album for easy sharing
What happens after you enquire
Send an enquiry with your date, venue area, and rough timings, and I’ll come back with a tailored quote and coverage suggestion.
If you’d like to go ahead, a 30% deposit secures the date.
Your completed wedding gallery is typically ready in 1–3 weeks depending on workload. If your package includes a preview, you’ll receive that within 3 days so you have something to share while the full edit is in progress.
If you’d like a bit more background on how I work, you can also read the about page.
I usually reply within one working day.
Wedding photography FAQs
What is documentary wedding photography?
Documentary wedding photography is about telling the story of your day as it happens, focusing on real moments, reactions, and atmosphere, rather than directing you through constant posing.
Do you do posed group photos at weddings?
I do not offer structured, posed group photography as a main part of my wedding coverage. If you want one or two simple family groups or one full group photo, I happy to do so, and then get you back to enjoying your day.
When will we receive our wedding photos?
Your completed wedding gallery is typically ready in 1–3 weeks depending on workload. If your package includes a preview, you’ll receive that within 3 days so you have something to share while the full edit is in progress.
Do you photograph weddings across Essex?
Yes. I photograph weddings across Essex and the surrounding areas. If you share your date, venue area, and rough timings, I can advise on what coverage will suit your day best.
How much is wedding photography?
Wedding photography starts from £695 for 4 hours (Essential Moments). Full-day coverage starts from £995 (Storytelling) and £1,295 (No-Fuss Signature). The right option depends on your timings and what parts of the day you want covered.
How does the booking process work?
Enquire with details, receive a quote, pay a 30% deposit to secure the date.
Ready to check availability?
If you’ve got a date in mind, send the details over and I’ll confirm availability and come back with a tailored quote.
I usually reply within one working day.
Prefer to browse first? You can view the wedding portfolio.