What a Relaxed Wedding Photographer Actually Does (And Why You’ll Love It)
- Helen & Noel
- Jul 4
- 3 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Planning your wedding should feel joyful, not like a full-time performance. And the same goes for your photography. If you’ve ever said “we’re not photogenic”, or “we just want to enjoy the day, not pose for it”, this is for you.
So let’s break it down. What does a relaxed wedding photographer actually do ? And why might that be exactly what you’re looking for ?
We Capture the Day As It Naturally Unfolds (Group Photos Included)
While our approach is all about real, in the moment photography, we know there are certain group shots you’ll absolutely want and we make sure they happen smoothly and without fuss.
Yes, there’s a list, but it’s not a rigid checklist that takes over the day.
We’ll guide you through those important family and group photos in a calm, efficient, and friendly way.
No awkward posing, no fake smiles, just natural interactions and a little gentle direction to help things flow.
Once those are ticked off, you’re free to get back to the celebration, and we melt back into the background documenting the magic as it unfolds.
The result ? A gallery full of the people you love, photographed in a way that feels effortless and true to you with nothing stiff or overdone. Just real, beautiful moments (and everyone you care about, beautifully captured).
Two Photographers, Two Perspectives
One of the best things about working with us ? There are two of us, which means twice the coverage, and no need to miss a thing.
While one of us is with one partner during morning prep, the other is with the other.
During the ceremony, one of us is up close on the emotion while the other captures wide reactions.
On the dancefloor, one can be getting stuck into the action while the other documents the quieter moments happening just outside the chaos.
Together, we tell a fuller story from both sides, and all angles.
It’s About Emotion, Not Perfection
Our ideal couples don’t care about being ‘perfect’. They care about:
Seeing their grandma’s proud face during the ceremony
That moment their kid runs up for a spontaneous cuddle
The hug they didn’t realise their mum gave them before walking down the aisle
They want to feel something when they look back on their photos not just remember what they looked like.
That’s what we focus on. The emotion, the connection, the unrepeatable bits you can’t plan for.
We Keep Things Calm (Even When the Day Isn’t)
Let’s be honest, weddings can get a little chaotic. But we’re not here to add pressure. Quite the opposite.
Our relaxed approach means:
We read the room, not the shot list.
We quietly guide when needed (especially for those few key family photos).
We help you take a breath and enjoy it, because that’s when the real magic happens.
But Don’t Just Take It From Us…
"Nothing is too much and as the professionals they are, you don't even notice they are there."
K & N
"They were there but not there, blended in with the guests and caught the most beautiful moments when we weren’t even looking."
T & L
"On the big day they calmed our nerves and did their job in such a way you didn’t notice them."
S & T
In Summary: A Relaxed Wedding Photographer Is…
✅ Someone who captures moments as they happen
✅ Someone who doesn’t make you pose constantly
✅ Someone who helps you feel comfortable
✅ Someone who sees emotion and connection
✅ Someone who lets you be fully present on your day
If that sounds like what you’re looking for, you might’ve just found your photographers.
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Ready to chat about your plans ?
We’d love to hear all about what you’re dreaming up. Whether it’s a laid-back countryside gathering or a family-centred celebration with lots of emotion, we’re here to capture it all, calmly, candidly, and with heart.
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