Bride and groom in a historic stone building in London, documentary wedding photography by Jamie Melville

London · Weddings & Elopements

London Wedding Photographer

Documentary wedding photography, for the day as it really happens.

Unobtrusive, documentary-style coverage of weddings and elopements across London and the UK. The big moments, the quiet in-betweens, and all the details you spent months designing.

  • 8+ years photographing weddings
  • ARPS
  • MA Photography, Falmouth
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My approach

What I do for you

Experience professional, unobtrusive photography that allows you to enjoy your day while I capture every detail.

Jamie

  1. Experience on your side

    From the day you book me, I’ll happily share everything I’ve learned from 8+ years of photographing weddings and happy couples with you.

  2. The big moments and the in-betweens

    I will capture your day in the most authentic, meaningful and beautiful way possible. I’ll capture all the big moments and the little fun, emotional, random in-between ones. And I’ll be discreet about it.

  3. Every detail

    I will photograph all the details you have spent months designing.

  4. Plans A, B and C

    I’ll prepare meticulously for your day: go through all the details with you, visit your venue, and make plans A, B and C, so we’re all set whether it rains, shines or anything else weird happens.

  5. Your priorities

    I’ll listen to what’s most important to you, so I can photograph your day in a way that’s perfect for you.

  6. Couple portraits, without the awkwardness

    I will ask you to commit to 20 to 30 minutes for your couple photos. You might well feel a bit awkward about this part, but there’s no need to worry. I’ll take you for a walk, we’ll have a good laugh, and the photos happen very naturally. It’s my mission to make you feel at ease!

  7. A calm presence

    I’ll be a calm and reassuring presence on your day, who you can turn to if you are unsure or worried about anything.

  8. Family photos, kept simple

    I’ll take any family photos you want, but strongly recommend you keep them to 8 groups maximum. I’ll explain why when we plan your day.

  9. Photographs full of personality

    I will give you a consistently high quality set of photographs full of emotion, love and personality that reflects the vibe of your day.

  10. Your friend and ally

    I’ll be your friend and ally throughout our time working together.

Packages & Pricing

Wedding & Elopement Packages

From an engagement shoot to full day coverage. Every wedding is different, so each enquiry receives a tailored quote.

Before the day

Pre-Wedding Engagement Photography

£300 1.5 hours

My pre-wedding engagement photoshoot is designed to capture the essence of your relationship in a candid, personalised and memorable way. The shoot lasts approximately an hour and a half, providing ample time to explore locations that hold significance for you as a couple.

Package includes

  • A consultation to discuss your vision, preferred locations and overall mood for the shoot
  • A 1.5 hour photoshoot at one or two chosen locations
  • 20 high-resolution edited images for print and sharing
  • A selection of candid and posed shots, showcasing a variety of angles and emotions
20% off, £240, when booked with a Small or Full Day wedding package.

Delivery: within 4 days, via a secure online gallery.

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Just the two of you

London Elopement Photography

From£600 Approx. 2 hours

A tailored session lasting approximately two hours, allowing for a relaxed experience while capturing the essence of your day. A variety of iconic London backdrops can be incorporated, from urban landmarks to more intimate settings.

Package includes

  • A consultation to discuss your vision, preferred locations and overall mood for the shoot
  • A 2 hour photoshoot at one or two chosen locations
  • High-resolution edited images for print and sharing (typically 60 to 80)
  • A selection of candid and posed shots, showcasing a variety of angles and emotions
  • A sneak peek within 48 hours

Delivery: within 14 days, via a secure online gallery.

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Intimate weddings

Small London Wedding Photography

From£900 Typically up to 4 hours

Tailored for smaller weddings, with documentary coverage of the ceremony, your couple portraits, family groups and the celebration that follows.

Package includes

  • Pre-wedding consultation to discuss your vision and preferences
  • High-resolution edited images (typically 200 to 300)
  • A sneak peek within 48 hours
  • Online gallery for easy sharing with family and friends
  • Print release, so you can print your photos as you wish
  • Option to add extra hours to cover additional events
Add a second photographer from £300. Why it’s worth it
Engagement shoot at 20% off, £240 instead of £300.

Delivery: within 30 days, via a secure online gallery.

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The whole story

Full Day London Wedding Photography

From£1,600 Typically up to 10 hours

Comprehensive coverage of your whole day, from preparations to the evening reception, documenting every moment as it unfolds.

Package includes

  • Pre-wedding consultation to discuss your vision and preferences
  • Full day coverage, from preparations to the evening reception
  • High-resolution edited images (typically 400 to 500)
  • A sneak peek within 48 hours
  • Online gallery for easy sharing with family and friends
  • Print release, so you can print your photos as you wish
  • Option to add extra hours to cover additional events
Add a second photographer from £300. Why it’s worth it
Engagement shoot at 20% off, £240 instead of £300.

Delivery: within 30 days, via a secure online gallery.

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Prices shown are starting points. Every wedding is different, so I’ll send a tailored quote with each enquiry, covering your timings, locations and any extras. Travel anywhere in the UK is available on request.

Add to your package

Add a second photographer

Two photographers means two parts of your day can be covered at once, so nothing is missed while I’m in place for the next big moment.

From£300

Available with Small and Full Day wedding packages. Just mention it in your enquiry and I’ll include it in your quote.

Add to my enquiry

  • Both sets of preparations

    While I’m with the groom and his party, a female second photographer can photograph the bride and bridal party getting ready, so both sides of the morning are captured, comfortably and in full.

  • Two angles on the ceremony

    One of us on the walk down the aisle, the other on the reaction waiting at the end of it. The moments that happen at the same time can both be kept.

  • Your guests, while you’re away

    When I take you for your couple portraits, the drinks reception carries on being photographed, with all the candid moments between your friends and family.

  • Greater coverage of the day

    More of your guests, more of the details and more of the in-betweens, especially at larger weddings or venues with several spaces.

Other extras

  • Engagement shoot

    20% off, £240, when booked with a Small or Full Day wedding package.

  • Extra hours

    Add extra hours to cover additional events, such as a rehearsal dinner or the morning after.

  • Travel anywhere in the UK

    Weddings outside London are very welcome. Please get in touch below for a quote.

  • Prints & albums

    Beautiful print products and albums are available to purchase via your gallery.

Questions

Wedding photography FAQs

The things couples most often ask before getting in touch. Anything else, just ask.

How much does a wedding photographer in London cost?

My wedding packages start from £600 for a London elopement of around two hours, £900 for a small wedding of typically up to four hours, and £1,600 for full day coverage of typically up to ten hours. A pre-wedding engagement shoot is £300, or £240 when booked with a Small or Full Day package. Every wedding is different, so I send a tailored quote with each enquiry.

What is your style of wedding photography?

My approach is documentary: unobtrusive, discreet and led by what actually happens on the day. I capture the big moments and the little fun, emotional, random in-between ones, along with all the details you have spent months designing. For your couple portraits I take you for a short walk, and the photos happen very naturally.

How many photos will we receive, and when?

A small wedding typically includes 200 to 300 edited images and a full day 400 to 500, delivered within 30 days via a secure online gallery. An elopement typically includes 60 to 80 edited images, delivered within 14 days. Every wedding and elopement package includes a sneak peek within 48 hours.

How far in advance should we book?

As soon as you have your date. I only take on 10 weddings a year, and weekend dates in spring and summer tend to go first, but I’m always happy to hear from couples planning at shorter notice, so do get in touch to check my availability.

How many weddings do you photograph each year?

I cap my wedding photography at 10 weddings a year. Keeping it to a small, boutique number allows me to maintain a consistently high standard for every couple, from planning through to your finished gallery.

Should we add a second photographer?

A second photographer, from £300, means two parts of your day can be covered at once. While I’m with the groom’s party, a female second photographer can photograph the bridal party getting ready. It also gives two angles on the ceremony and keeps your guests photographed while we’re away for your couple portraits.

How do family group photos work?

I’ll take any family photos you want, but strongly recommend keeping them to 8 groups maximum, so they move quickly and you can get back to your guests. We’ll plan the list together before the day.

What happens if it rains?

I prepare meticulously for every wedding: we go through all the details together, I visit your venue, and I make plans A, B and C, so we’re all set whether it rains, shines or anything else unexpected happens.

Do you photograph weddings outside London?

Yes. I travel anywhere in the UK. Please get in touch with your venue and date, and I’ll include travel in your quote.

Can we print our photos?

Yes. Wedding packages include a print release, so you can print your photos as you wish, and beautiful print products and albums are available to purchase via your gallery.

Are you insured?

Yes, I’m insured, and I’m happy to share the details if your venue asks for them.

How do we check availability and book?

Use the contact form below with your date, venue and a little about your plans. I’ll check my availability and send a tailored quote covering your timings, locations and any extras.

Is there a deposit to secure our date?

Yes. A non-refundable deposit of 20% of your package price secures your date, and the final balance is due 30 days before your wedding.

Get in touch

Let’s talk about your day

Please use the contact form below to get in touch. I’ll check my availability and come back to you with a tailored quote.

I take on just 10 weddings a year, so if you have a date in mind, it’s worth getting in touch early.

I look forward to helping you create lasting memories in this exciting time of your life!

Jamie

To help me quote, include:

  1. Your wedding date
  2. Your venue or venues
  3. Roughly how many guests
  4. The package you’re interested in
  5. Whether you’d like a second photographer or engagement shoot
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