photoswithfreddie documentary style wedding photography
my approach
how we’ll work together - simple, relaxed, and built entirely around you.
​I shoot in a documentary style, specialising in candid magic. Think fly-on-the-wall meets hype man - I’ll mostly blend into the background, catching the big feelings and little glances, but I’ll pop in with a gentle bit of guidance or a stupid joke when it helps loosen the nerves or elevate a moment.
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The simple goal is this: to let you be you. I won't tell you how to stand or where to put your hands or what angle to hold your chin at.
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More than anything, my job is to help you feel comfortable being yourselves so you can focus on what matters: getting married and soaking it all in.
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things to expect
A day this important deserves to be lived fully, not performed for a camera.
I’m here to help you sink into it. To breathe. To laugh. To forget you’re being photographed.
And to tell the story as someone who was there, not hovering on the sidelines like a hired observer.
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I work with calm, steady energy - the kind that lets you relax into yourselves and trust that everything is covered without you needing to think about it. I’m part guest, part narrator, part quiet witness with a camera. Always tuned in. Always looking for the heartbeat in the room.
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Below is what you can expect when I’m with you.
20-60-20 method
20 percent
the
safe
The anchors of your story.
Families together. Key moments and traditions.
Shot with calm, steady precision so nothing important is missed and you never feel rushed or herded around.
60 percent
the
creative
This is where the soul of your day lives.
The documentary heart - natural light, honest emotion, layered scenes, quiet glances, messy laughter, the real stuff.
I shoot like a guest with a camera. Close enough to feel it, calm enough not to interrupt it.
20 percent
the
bold
A pocket of time for magic.
A moment where I trust my instincts and chase something a little wilder - light, movement, weather, a feeling.
These are the shots that catch your breath. The ones that become memories for your grandchildren.
presence, not performance
Weddings aren’t film sets. You don’t need to act for me.
I want you present in the moments that matter - your people, your rituals, the tiny things that end up meaning everything.
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I blend in with your guests so you never feel like you’re on display. Soft conversations, subtle mirroring, a bit of humour when you need it, space when you don’t. I’ll read the room, find the light, and quietly document what unfolds.
And when you do want a little direction, it’s gentle, simple, and never distracts from the flow of your day.
1. Consultation Call
This is our chance to chat like humans. No pressure, no sales pitch – just a friendly conversation so you can get a feel for me, share your vision, and ask anything on your mind.
We’ll talk about how you want the day to feel, what moments matter most, and if we click. That connection matters – you’re trusting me to be there for your most personal, joyful day, and I don’t take that lightly.
4. Final Consultation Call
About 4-6 weeks before the wedding, we’ll have a final catch-up. This is where we nail down timelines, logistics, and any last-minute details. You’ll feel clear, calm, and ready to roll.
2. Booking
If you’re feeling it and want to lock things in, I’ll send over the quote, contract, and booking info. Once that’s done, we’re officially in this together. From here, we’ll keep the communication flowing. You’re welcome to send ideas, moodboards, “Is this weird?” questions – whatever helps us shape your day your way.
5. Wedding Day
On the day, I’ll be everywhere and nowhere all at once - always nearby, never in the way. Candid moments, heartfelt looks, wild dance moves – I’ll be there for it all. And when it’s time to slow things down, I’ll guide you just enough to make space for something natural and beautiful to unfold.
3. Engagement Shoot
This is a chilled-out session before the big day - no pressure, no stiff posing. It’s a chance to hang out, have a laugh, and get comfy in front of the camera. Most couples tell me it’s the moment they go from “We’re awkward” to “Actually, that was fun.”
6. Delivery
In only 8 weeks, you'll get a fully edited, beautifully curated gallery. Sit back with a glass of win and let the photos take you back to some of your happiest moments, frozen in time.