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Beautiful Wedding Photos for People Who Don't Like To pose


You want beautiful photos on your wedding day, but you don't want to spend the whole day posing for the camera — you'd rather be celebrating with the people you love. Don't worry, I've got you! I’m Gary Williams. I’m an award-winning photographer and I take beautiful photos for people who don’t like to pose. I never ask anyone to say cheese 😬 and all the pictures you see here were taken without any fuss or awkward posing.


Award Winning


You're in safe hands! I've been featured on the BBC and my work has been exhibited worldwide, selected for the International Photography Awards, published in the New York Times, numerous magazines and books. I'm a proud winner of the 2024 Hitched Wedding Awards and the London Photography Awards. So, you can relax and know you're in the hands of a professional.

Five-Star Rated


Take a look at what real couples have to say about working with me. I’m rated 5 stars on Google and the wedding platform Hitched. Click here to read them for yourself. I love what I do, and I’d love to chat with you about your special day.


Sensible Prices


My pricing is sensible and straightforward. Even if you're watching your budget (and why wouldn't you be?) you don't have to compromise on your photos. All packages include a reel (for your socials), slideshow and private online gallery.


Enquire Now to Check the date


Send an enquiry over so I can check my diary. If I'm available we'll arrange a quick call so I can understand exactly what you're looking for and we can see if we're a good fit. Then I'll give you a price and any suggestions I might have to help your day run smoothly. If you're happy we will confirm the booking with £100 deposit and that'll be one more thing off your list! 🙌

"These photos are incredible. You've got everyone in the family crying. This is a gallery of absolute magic. We couldn't be happier, thank you so much! You have no idea what these mean to us and the family."

—Nicole and Ashley

Newlyweds celebrate with confetti flying outside a church entrance.

"Gary, these are amazing! We are crying! We honestly can't thank you enough, not only for the fantastic photos but for how comfortable you made us feel. We aren't naturals in front of the camera but wow you have done an amazing job."

—Leanne and Dave

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A joyful celebration with colorful confetti falling over two people in formal attire.
A joyful wedding couple sharing a candid moment outside a brick building with a white bouquet.

Hi, I'm Gary 👋


I live in Islington, London. When I'm not taking photos I love singing, outdoorsy stuff (like hiking, picnics, beaches) and dogs (especially Golden Retrievers)... although I don't have one... that's the dream! I love a bit of theatre, a city break, art galleries, cooking and eating at home, chocolate, and tea – I love tea. I love exploring new places but hate the hassle of getting there (I want a teleportation device). All that said, I'm usually quite happy sitting in bed with a bag of Maltesers watching Breaking Bad.

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Let's answer those questions...

How much do you charge?

A.Amazing photos don't have to cost the earth. My pricing is sensible and straightforward so even if you're watching your budget you don't have to compromise on your wedding photos. Prices start at £650 for a 2 hour micro-wedding and after that it's £200 per hour. So, a typical 9 hour "full day" covering everything from the getting ready to the dancing is £2100.

How long will we have to wait for my photos.

A.Not long. I know you'll want to enjoy your photos and share them with friends and family as soon as possible. I like to say 2 weeks, just in case, but usually they are all edited and delivered sooner. If you're really keen you can pay for a Priority Edit and have them within 48 hours.

Where are you based and do you travel?

A.I have lived in London for almost 20 years. I'm always happy to travel. I was actually born in Grimsby and have lived in Hertfordshire, Tenerife and for a while, Chicago.

How many photos will we get?

A.For a full day wedding I take around 5000 photos and deliver around 600. For a simple ceremony I might take 200-300 and deliver around 100.

I know some people feel they are getting better value for money if they get more photos in their gallery, but this is the wrong way to look at it. The issue isn't how many photos you get but rather how good the photos are. It's easy to take 1000s of photos but you're paying a your photographer to take great shots by being discerning and looking for special moments.

Ask yourself if you really want to go through 1000s of photos of your wedding trying to decide if this one is slightly better than that one. That's what you're paying me for. On average it takes about the same amount of time to edit and sort the photos as it does to shoot and most of that time is deciding which ones are the best for you to treasure.

Don't worry, you'll get lots of great photos and besides, years from now you'll probably only be looking at 50 of the very best in your wedding album.

So, don't worry about quantity - it's a red herring. Look at your photographer's work and choose them based on their style.

Are you happy to photograph posed family groups?

A.Yes, of course! My "thing" is natural documentary style photography but I am very happy to do family groups. Weddings are a rare chance for the whole family to join together so I actually think it's important to do a few family group shots. But don't worry, I'll make sure the process is quick, easy and fun so you can get back to enjoying your day.

How will you deliver our photos?

A.Your photos will be sent in the private digital gallery for you to download and share as you like. From there you can easily order beautiful photo books, wall art and prints.

Is candid photography the same as documentary?

A.Yes and it's the way I'll shoot 90% of your wedding. I like natural shots with real, unforced smiles and reactions.

Obviously I'll organise everyone for the formal family portraits and I do give my couples just a little bit of direction but always keeping it relaxed enough they can be themselves.


You can learn more about my style and approach to wedding photography in on Style page - click the link in the top menu.

Have you won any awards?

A.I won the Hitched Wedding Awards 2024 and very fortunate to have had my work displayed in the Decode Gallery Arizona, The Art Square Gallery in New York, Cambridge University, The Glasgow Photography Gallery and the Trieste Photo Festival in Italy. My work has been officially selected for the International Photography Awards, published in the New York Times, printed in biographies, on tea towels and billboards!

Do you do video as well as photos?

A.Not personally but I can help connect you with a great videographer I love working with. Don't forget I always include a reel (for your socials) which is usually less than 60 seconds long and a slideshow which is usually about 2 minutes long. Both lovely ways to enjoy the highlights of your day.

Do you work with a second photographer?

A.I can do but usually I prefer to work alone. Sometimes I will bring an assistant along to help with lighting set-ups.

Do you design and sell albums?

A.Yes. You'll get all your photos in a private gallery and from there you can order prints and a selection of beautiful wedding albums. I will guide you through the process.

Is our deposit safe?

A.I only take £100 deposit to secure the booking. The balance is due 4 weeks before the wedding. I've never missed a wedding yet and I have a good network of reliable back up photographers just in case the worse should happen. Not that it ever has!

Do you have insurance?

A.Yes. My policy is with Hiscox Insurance Company Limited and includes an indemnity limit of £5 million.

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A framed bridal portrait with soft lighting displayed against a green and gray living room wall.
Silhouette of wedding couple standing together against dramatic sunset sky with flowing veil.

"They are absolutely stunning and you captured the day perfectly. Thank you again for your incredible work and being so lovely to boot! Never thought we’d actually enjoy having our photos taken as much as we did!"

—Anna and Neil

Romantic couple embracing in a vibrant pink rose garden during their wedding day.
A wedding couple poses on elegant stone stairs with white floral bouquet.
Group of wedding party members laughing and celebrating together in formal attire.
Candid wedding moment captured on stairs with bride holding white bouquet.
Elegant couple descending white marble staircase during wedding ceremony.
Intimate wedding portrait of couple in formal wear sharing tender moment in golden sunlight.
Newlyweds exit through a wooden archway while guests throw colorful confetti and flowers.

"We can't recommend Gary enough! Not only did he capture our wedding day beautifully (seriously, the photos look like they came straight out of a magazine!), but he was also incredibly helpful during the planning process. Even though we're not exactly models, he made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera and knew exactly how to get the best shots."

—Krishna and Marek

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A couple sharing an umbrella while walking together on their rainy wedding day.
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A couple walking together on a grassy hill with rustic buildings in the background.
A candid black and white shot of someone dancing joyfully at a celebration.
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Wedding party laughing together outdoors with bride in white dress and orange bridesmaid dress.
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Couple shares tender moment on white staircase during wedding day.

"Gary has been incredible from the very beginning! I honestly couldn't have asked for more. We are blown away by our pictures and how quickly we got them all! Currently on our honeymoon going through them all and they really are phenomenal. Gary was such a pleasure to have with us on our day, a real asset to our perfect day. Thank you so much for all your hard work, time and fun you brought to us!"

—Zoe and Stewart

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Black and white portrait of newlyweds sharing an intimate moment against brick wall.
Romantic wedding kiss captured under ornate stone church archway with guests looking on.
A celebratory moment during a wedding ceremony with officiant raising hands in a traditional church setting.
Close-up black and white shot of hands fastening elegant bridal shoes.
Two people sharing a joyful moment on stone steps outside a building.
A black and white portrait of someone holding a bouquet while standing between elegant columns.
A black and white photo of a couple exiting through ornate doorway after their wedding ceremony.
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"Oh my goodness! We are blown away and overwhelmed. We have only just had a quick look and blubbed our way through most of it. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you."

—Elaine and Graham

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Elegant bridal portrait showcasing intricate henna design, pearl necklace and crystal earrings.
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Newlyweds pose together against subway car backdrop showing urban romance.
Wedding ring detail shot with white and pink floral bouquet arrangement.
Newlyweds walking hand in hand down city street in elegant white and grey attire.
Newlyweds exit church amid shower of confetti on sunny wedding day.
Close-up of couple sharing tender moment with pink boutonniere detail.
Joyful newlyweds running through ornate hallway with marble columns and decorative doorways.
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Wedding reception guests laughing together at decorated table with string lights.
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Joyful celebration at wedding reception with orange floral bouquet and dancing.

"He was professional, charming and polite throughout, making us feel at ease despite us not being comfortable in front of the camera."

—Martha and Ben

Stylish couple walking together in a urban setting during their wedding day.
Vintage VW van decorated with Just Married sign and wedding decorations.
Newlyweds walking together while holding a bouquet of white and yellow flowers.
Candid moment of joyful laughter during an outdoor wedding ceremony under a gazebo.
Two wedding guests laughing and celebrating with drinks at a reception party.
Happy couple sharing a joyful moment while cutting their wedding cake at the reception.
Close-up detail of bride's hands holding a white teacup against her lace wedding dress.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony in a traditional church with guests seated in pews.
Celebratory portrait with silver and gold balloons against a brick wall backdrop.

"We’re incredibly awkward with posing and Gary lived true to the promise of taking some beautiful photographs whilst making us feel natural and comfortable. We have countless, gorgeous photographs... Gary was so professional and incredibly kind to all our guests… we’d recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat."

—Ayush and Ritika

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Delicate henna designs adorning hands against white lace fabric background.
Close-up black and white photo of two people holding hands while wearing formal suits.
Wedding couple sharing an intimate dance at their reception surrounded by guests.
Wedding preparations in a rustic room with exposed wooden beams.
Wedding guests enjoying drinks and conversation at an elegantly decorated reception table.
Energetic wedding party celebration with guests dancing and capturing moments on phones.
Group of friends in formal attire laughing together outdoors.
Emotional wedding moment with bride holding red bouquet and wiping tears.

"We couldn't have picked a better guy for the job. His enthusiasm and professionalism throughout the day were impeccable and brought joy and laughter to the day. We wanted photos that were natural and not forced and Gary managed to capture that in every single shot. I could not recommend Gary more."

—Daryl and Tom

Groomsmen helping adjust the tie and details before the ceremony.
A dramatic twilight silhouette of a Tudor-style mansion with illuminated doorway.
Newlyweds celebrating under shower of confetti outside historic brick church.
Elegant white wedding dress detail showing crystal belt and off-shoulder design.
Traditional bride in white lace veil and ornate jewelry against urban background.
Two pairs of feet in pink and blue outfits stand on confetti-covered ground at a celebration.
Wedding guests shower confetti on couple exiting stone church with arched doorway.
Bride in white dress adjusts earrings while standing near staircase.
Couple poses in a field at sunset with dramatic stormy clouds overhead.

"It was amazing to see the photos. Myself and Roger were very emotional. We both cried watching the slideshow again and again. We really like how you capture the memories of our day."

—Cecile and Roger

ENJOY THIS PHOTO FILM FROM A RECENT WEDDING:

"I am so glad my partner found Gary for our wedding photos. As someone who isn't necessarily comfy in front of a camera, I know first hand that it can come across in the pictures. Gary's relaxed nature was infectious and I was instantly at ease with him. His efficiency and experience came across to everyone in our wedding party, with compliments from all who attended. The pictures are something out of a fairy tale."

—Philipa and Caimin

EXPLORE SOME RECENT WEDDINGS:

"Gary is an amazing photographer and artist but also an amazing human being who strives to capture the story behind the image. We hired Gary’s services for our wedding. He met us before-hand to make sure he understood everything about our wedding. The end result was stunning. You won’t regret booking Gary!"

—Sofia and Sabri

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