I'm a wedding photographer based in Derby, covering weddings across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and around the UK. Your wedding day is all about the two of you, your family and your friends - the most important people in your lives! So, getting to know YOU really well is at the heart of everything I do.
From the moment you first get in touch, I'll work with you to ensure that your wedding photos perfectly tell the story of your day: from those early-morning preparations through to Aunt Beryl cutting some interesting shapes on the dance floor, I'll make sure I don't miss a thing.
From the moment you first get in touch, I'll work with you to ensure that your wedding photos perfectly tell the story of your day: from those early-morning preparations through to Aunt Beryl cutting some interesting shapes on the dance floor, I'll make sure I don't miss a thing.
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Not necessarily in that order! I live in Derby with my amazing wife Anna and our beautiful daughters Eleanor and Sophie. Anna introduced me to cricket when we met. Until then I couldn't see the point of a game that lasted for five days and could end in a rain-induced draw! However, by the time I proposed to her in 2010, we couldn't think of a better venue than a cricket ground for our wedding reception!
As a wedding photographer who covers Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield and, frankly, all over the UK I've had the pleasure of working at some fantastic wedding venues with some amazing couples! My style combines elements of reportage or photo-journalism, fine art and fashion photography.
Many of my shots are reportage style - I tell the story of your wedding day through my photography, from the early morning bridal preparations, right the way through the wedding ceremony, the wedding reception and the first dance.These candid shots are often taken with a long lens, meaning that your guests are often not even aware that we're photographing them.
Many of my shots are reportage style - I tell the story of your wedding day through my photography, from the early morning bridal preparations, right the way through the wedding ceremony, the wedding reception and the first dance.These candid shots are often taken with a long lens, meaning that your guests are often not even aware that we're photographing them.
It's the best day of your lives together and you want visually AND emotionally stunning photos to remember it by: artwork that you can hang on your walls and reminisce over. Although the vast majority of the photos that we'll take on are candid moments, we'll also work with you to create beautiful portraits that will stand the test of time.
Reviews (9)
Chris Hardcastle
Dec 14, 2019
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Jon did the photography for our wedding in August, and we couldn’t have been happier with his work. From the outset Jon was approachable and friendly, and always made our meetings light-hearted and enjoyable. It rained non-stop for the duration of our wedding, but he still managed to produce an incredible set of photos that captured the day perfectly! I’d recommend Jon to anyone looking for someone to take the snaps of their big day - we couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
Kelly Greene
Nov 13, 2016
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We could not of asked for more from a wedding photographer. Jon was great from the start, he is very genuine & friendly and put us at ease straight away. His style of photography was just what we wanted - relaxed, natural & timeless. Leading up to the big day, Jon was always on hand to answer any questions we had and give us help & advice. It really is worth doing an engagement shoot to get to know each other & see how you work together. On our wedding day Jon (& Geoff) was just like another friend at our wedding - going above & beyond the call of duty, we spent lots of time together had lots of
Jason Elberts
Dec 01, 2015
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With my now wife knowing what she likes and myself being a professional film-maker, it took us a while to find a photographer that we thought was able to capture great cinematic moments while not missing the vital points, and Jon did just that.
Both him and his team were great fun to work with, didn't disrupt our day in any way and yet captured moments that we didn't even know had happened!
He understood exactly what we wanted and produced photos that will make us smile for years to come, O and that made my mum cry (Thanks Jon!)
Both him and his team were great fun to work with, didn't disrupt our day in any way and yet captured moments that we didn't even know had happened!
He understood exactly what we wanted and produced photos that will make us smile for years to come, O and that made my mum cry (Thanks Jon!)
Jennifer Lister
Jul 25, 2015
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We would absolutely recommend Jon to anyone and everyone. We booked Jon to take our wedding photographs in July and we couldn't have imagined the results to be as beautiful as they were. Right from the start, Jon was prompt in replying to emails, super friendly and just someone we knew we could really get along with. When we received our engagement shoot pictures, we knew that our wedding was in safe hands but what we got exceeded our expectations so much. Jon delivered so many incredible photos that made me cry they were so beautiful, and that we will definitely treasure forever. Jon really went
Jess Swindell
Nov 03, 2014
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Jon was brilliant throughout the whole process from engagement shoot to the wedding day.
Nothing was too much trouble for him. His ideas were brilliant, different, quirky - not your run of the mill photos which people have seen a thousand times.
We really appreciated all he did for us, he went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. He became one of the family and just blended in. It helps that he is a genuinely nice guy and a good laugh. He instantly put us at ease and the photos could then be much more comfortable and relaxed.
The photos have come out perfectly. It is everything we asked
Nothing was too much trouble for him. His ideas were brilliant, different, quirky - not your run of the mill photos which people have seen a thousand times.
We really appreciated all he did for us, he went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. He became one of the family and just blended in. It helps that he is a genuinely nice guy and a good laugh. He instantly put us at ease and the photos could then be much more comfortable and relaxed.
The photos have come out perfectly. It is everything we asked
Laura Stewart
May 23, 2014
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I would like to say a massive thank you to Jon he is a fantastic photographer and we are so so happy that we chose him to take the pictures for our wedding.
We have been stunned by how magical our wedding day looks and so many beautiful photos that showed us the whole day start to finish!
Having an assistant to take photos of the groom getting ready and arriving and seeing all the guests arrive while Jon captured some precious moments of myself and my bridesmaids getting ready these were fantastic for us to see what happened at all times of our wedding day.
The photos of the two of us are stunning
We have been stunned by how magical our wedding day looks and so many beautiful photos that showed us the whole day start to finish!
Having an assistant to take photos of the groom getting ready and arriving and seeing all the guests arrive while Jon captured some precious moments of myself and my bridesmaids getting ready these were fantastic for us to see what happened at all times of our wedding day.
The photos of the two of us are stunning
Emily Smith
May 23, 2014
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Without doubt one of the best decisions we made related to our wedding day!
Jon and Ben not only took amazing pictures, they were a laugh and made us feel completely at ease. They were just another two guests with lots of camera equipment(!) and at times it felt like they were part of the furniture with them managing to get some excellent shots without being obtrusive.
As a result the photos captured the day fantastically and are exactly what we wanted. They provide a true reflection of the day with a mixture of traditional and modern shots, some funny ones as well as some really beautiful, classic
Jon and Ben not only took amazing pictures, they were a laugh and made us feel completely at ease. They were just another two guests with lots of camera equipment(!) and at times it felt like they were part of the furniture with them managing to get some excellent shots without being obtrusive.
As a result the photos captured the day fantastically and are exactly what we wanted. They provide a true reflection of the day with a mixture of traditional and modern shots, some funny ones as well as some really beautiful, classic
Becky Dennett
Dec 13, 2013
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We have the best wedding photos ever because of Jon. He was around all day with a partner, Mel to take photos of use getting ready, ceremony, wedding breakfast through till the first dance. He got on really well with all the wedding guests and made the day just fabulous. After coming back from ages days away myself and my husband felt really sad that our wedding was over but the photos went on line days later and we were delighted to relive the day with the beautiful pictures.
We are incredibly grateful to Jon! Thank you for making our day so wonderful and memorable.
Beck and Nick Swan
We are incredibly grateful to Jon! Thank you for making our day so wonderful and memorable.
Beck and Nick Swan
Helen Morley
Sep 22, 2013
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I cannot recommend Jon highly enough. A very pleasant, easy going and professional photographer. Jon has a gift of putting even the most camera shy person at ease when taking their photos. The wedding photos were made fun.
All of our guests commented on what a lovely man Jon is and Jon seemed part of the wedding crowd which made everyone feel at ease with him.
Jon was superb with the children.
I was really impressed by the quick turn around of the photos and they are amazing. All are excellent and Jon has captured the day perfectly.
I cannot recommend Jon high enough and I thank him for making
All of our guests commented on what a lovely man Jon is and Jon seemed part of the wedding crowd which made everyone feel at ease with him.
Jon was superb with the children.
I was really impressed by the quick turn around of the photos and they are amazing. All are excellent and Jon has captured the day perfectly.
I cannot recommend Jon high enough and I thank him for making
