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Hire Wedding photographer in Cardiff

Our wedding photographers in Cardiff can provide a wide variety of packages and styles to accommodate weddings of any size and theme. Half-day, full-day, documentary, candid, reportage - we can accommodate any requirements.Read more

Wedding Photographers in Cardiff

Looking for the perfect wedding photographer in Cardiff? Discover our hand-picked selection of 153 top-rated wedding photographers, ready to capture every cherished moment of your special day. Whether you're after candid, documentary, or classic styles, our expert photographers will ensure your memories are beautifully preserved. We've matched countless couples with their ideal photographers at stunning venues like Cardiff Castle and voco St David's Cardiff, so why not explore our options?

  • Every wedding photographer on this list has been personally vetted by our team, ensuring exceptional quality based on their portfolio, reputation, and verified client testimonials.
  • The average price for a wedding photographer in Cardiff is £872 per event, with costs varying based on coverage time, number of photographers, and additional services like albums or engagement shoots.
  • Our talented wedding photographers in Cardiff have collectively served 186 events, accumulating 61 verified reviews with an impressive average rating of 4.92* out of 5*.

Elegant wedding moments captured: a bride and groom embrace under delicate veils, vibrant smoke flares add a playful touch to romance.
🎉 New to Poptop

Your Wedding Photographed Just the Way You Imagined

My goal as a wedding photographer is to craft photographs that are a timeless, creative, and genuine portrayal of your wedding celebration, as it unfolds.

from £450 / event

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Reviews for Wedding Photographers in Cardiff

Read verified reviews from real clients, who booked with Poptop in Cardiff

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Will Houston29 Nov 2021

Booked for Wedding

Fantastic experience. First time hiring a professional photographer and the guy that took our photos was Very well liked by everybody at the reception. 10/10!
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Nina Brown28 Oct 2021

Booked for Wedding

James is a professional ! He is very knowledgeable on his subject of photography And he is also very friendly, amenable and has a great sense of humour! We really enjoyed having James as our photographer for our Vow Renewal Ceremony and we are thrilled with the first sweep of photos! Thank you James! 😊
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Seina Suzuki23 Jul 2021

Booked for Wedding

Sheryl was super flexible when my wedding was almost postponed. Everyone loved her in the wedding. Just received all the pictures from the wedding and they are all lovely! Highly recommended!
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Ekaterina Abramova1 Jul 2021

Booked for Wedding

It was good pleasure to work with Mike, everything was going easy. He gave us some ideas with photos. Photos are professional and very nice.
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Joyce Tan24 Oct 2020

Booked for Wedding

We are very happy with the wedding photos by Matthew. We had our pre-meeting to discuss the wedding day itinerary in detail, he's very responsive, he arrived on time and made us comfortable while photographing our very special day.. PLUS delivery of photos in just 6days! Definitely worth recommending to our friends and families as well!
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Laura Gelder6 Oct 2019

Booked for Wedding

Nadine was amazing!! She was incredibly professional and a real perfectionist without demanding too much of our wedding guests. When my dad was clearly nervous before walking me down the aisle, she calmed him down brilliantly and talked him through the procedure. She was fantastic at gathering people together for photos and getting us all enthused, and she worked hard to get as many photos as possible in a short space of time. I haven’t seen the photos yet but I’m confident they’ll be perfect and exactly what I wanted. Thank you Nadine!!

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Hiring a Wedding Photographer in Cardiff

If you’re getting married in Cardiff, first of all, congratulations. Secondly, you’re in one of the best cities in the UK for standout wedding photography. From coastal views to historic architecture to sweeping countryside, Cardiff offers an incredible mix of backdrops that can turn even the simplest ceremony into an album full of wow moments. As experienced British events professionals, we’ve helped countless couples navigate the process of hiring a photographer, and we know exactly what to look for, what to avoid, and how to make the whole thing feel a lot less overwhelming.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about hiring a wedding photographer in Cardiff. We’ll talk styles, locations, budgets, and how to make sure you end up with images you genuinely love. We’ll also touch on why booking through Poptop gives you the smoothest, most reassuring experience from start to finish. So let’s dive in.

Why Cardiff Is Perfect for Wedding Photography

Cardiff has a brilliant habit of catering to every type of couple. If your dream day involves a coastal ceremony, you’ll find seaside venues with soft breezes and wide skies that make photos feel timeless. If you’re leaning towards glamour in the city, Cardiff Bay hotels give you elegant rooms and panoramic waterfront views that photographers adore. And if you're tempted by something more rustic, the surrounding countryside is full of barns, manors, and historic houses that bring a touch of Welsh heritage to your day.

Because the city offers this variety, wedding photographers here tend to be highly adaptable. Many have portfolios showing a mix of natural, documentary-style storytelling and more editorial, stylised work. Cardiff’s mix of urban, coastal, and rural textures gives them the perfect playground to create images that feel personal to you.

Cardiff Wedding Styles and How They Influence Your Photos

Your location plays a huge part in the look and feel of your wedding album, so it’s worth thinking about what kind of atmosphere best suits your celebration.

Coastal ceremonies

Think soft, open light, gentle winds, and beautifully relaxed portraits. Photographers love the movement and mood of seaside weddings. This style pairs perfectly with themes like Coastal Elegance, where natural surroundings do most of the talking.

Cardiff Bay hotel weddings

This is your go-to if you want sleek lines, sparkling water, and a bit of city sophistication. You get beautifully framed shots through windows, glowing reflections on the water, and modern architecture that looks incredible during blue hour.

A joyful wedding celebration outdoors, with guests in stylish attire throwing colorful confetti around a couple wearing elegant outfits.
5.0(9 reviews)
• 4 bookings

Natural and Timeless Wedding Photography

I’m here to make booking a wedding photographer as easy as possible so you can relax, and get excited about your big day!

from £110 / event
A joyful couple smiles at each other, surrounded by lush greenery, capturing a romantic outdoor wedding vibe with soft natural light.
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Professional Wedding Photography by Shawn Eastman

Professional wedding photography services to cover as much of your special day as requested - from full-day 10-hour coverage down to just the hours that matter most to you.

from £560 / event
A couple embraces joyfully outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery at sunset. The bride's bouquet features vibrant florals and ribbons, adding a romantic touch.
5.0(7 reviews)

Award Winning, Luxury Wedding Photography - Lovell Photography

If you are looking for an unlimited time package, someone to create award-winning imagery combined with candid, documentary photography, then we are a perfect match!

from £1,995 / event
A joyful wedding scene unfolds outside Gloucester Cathedral, with the bride in a sparkling lavender gown and bouquet, surrounded by cheering guests showering flower petals.
5.0(9 reviews)
• 2 bookings

Capture the Joy & Happiness of Your Wedding Day to enjoy and share

Artistic and creative candid images to spontaneously illuminate the laughter, joy and happiness of your special day for generations to come.

from £295 / event
A joyful couple stands in a lush green field, surrounded by wildflowers, under a soft cloudy sky, capturing a romantic wedding moment.
5.0(5 reviews)

Capturing Life’s Biggest Moments with Style & Heart

Looking for photography that’s creative, fun, and full of heart? I’ll capture the best bits of your wedding or event with a relaxed approach and fast turnaround.

from £225 / event
A rustic wedding cake features a woven grapevine heart adorned with delicate white florals, setting a romantic mood in soft lighting.
🎉 New to Poptop

Wonderful Documentary-Style Wedding Imagery

We want to ensure you have the best possible experience and finished product, which you will cherish forever, and be proud to show off to all your family & friends.

from £775 / event
A bride in a delicate lace wedding gown holds a colorful bouquet, sitting close to her groom on stone steps, basking in warm daylight.
🎉 New to Poptop

Special Moments Captured Telling Your Love Story

If you are looking for a fun, easy-going professional photographer who will work her hardest to get those pictures you really want to look back on in years to come I am your woman.

from £595 / event
A charming wedding scene showcases a diverse group of guests gathered on stone steps, framed by lush greenery and elegant architecture.
4.8(5 reviews)
• 12 bookings

Capturing the Most Precious Moments from Your Special Day

If you are looking for a photographer who is personable, approachable, and flexible, I could be the one for you. I will ensure that you have the best record of your most special day.

from £400 / event
A joyful wedding group with vibrant purple smoke, dressed in stylish earthy tones, radiates warmth and celebration in lush greenery.
No reviews yet • 1 booking

Contemporary & Creative Wedding Photography

Let me capture your day as it unfolds naturally. I’ll help to guide you if needed so that you both feel totally at ease throughout your special day.

from £295 / event
Four bridesmaids in elegant maroon dresses share laughter, each holding vibrant bouquets adorned with roses and dahlias against a lush backdrop.
🎉 New to Poptop

West Country Wedding Photographer

Create unforgettable memories with vibrant, story-driven wedding photography. With years of experience, I capture every moment with a candid, emotional touch that brings your day to life!

from £1,000 / event
A joyful couple exits a venue, confetti in the air, with the groom in a grey suit and bride in a lacy white gown, radiating bliss.
🎉 New to Poptop

Relaxed, Candid, Documentary Wedding Photography

You don’t want posed photos or to perform, you want to feel present. I capture the quiet smiles, glances, and fleeting moments that make your wedding elegant, timeless, and real.

from £400 / event
Amidst joyful guests, a couple exits a grand venue, surrounded by confetti in soft pinks and greens, capturing a warm, celebratory mood.
🎉 New to Poptop

Capturing the Magical Moments of Your Special Day

Treating each wedding uniquely with care, great photos are the result of a bond shared by those involved along with memories, I look forward to being a part of capturing this for you.

from £960 / event
A couple smiles warmly in a lush garden, surrounded by green hedges and soft autumn foliage, radiating joy and celebration of love.
5.0(9 reviews)

Relaxed & Candid Wedding Photographer Captuing The Best Day Of Your Life

Booking me means relaxed, natural photos that tell the story of your day—no awkward poses, just genuine moments captured beautifully and professionally.

from £550 / event
A joyful bride in a white gown holds a large green leaf, surrounded by guests in soft pastels, against a coastal backdrop under cloudy skies.
5.0(1 review)
• 5 bookings

Candid Wedding Photography in a Documentary Style

My style I think is quite unique, I'd class myself as a documentary photographer. I find this is the best way to capture your day. However, if you would like group shots, please ask :)

from £300 / event
A joyful couple gazes at each other amid lush greenery, surrounded by shimmering bubbles, capturing a whimsical wedding atmosphere.
5.0(7 reviews)

Natural, Candid & Professional Wedding Photography

I'm your friend! I'm there to capture your memories, not dominate them. You and your guests deserve to be comfortable with the cameraman in their faces all day, and that's where I excel.

from £600 / event
A joyful couple exchanges loving glances, adorned in elegant wedding attire, with lush greenery framing the warm, intimate moment.
🎉 New to Poptop

Relaxed, Effortless, Beautiful & Fun

If you want beautiful photos that narrate your day, not dictate your day. Shot by someone who really cares and wants to make sure everybody enjoys the experience, then I'm right for you.

from £1,400 / event
A joyful wedding scene features a bride in a strapless, beaded gown and groom in formal wear, surrounded by children in white dresses, all celebrating with confetti amidst a historic stone church backdrop.
4.71(7 reviews)
• 22 bookings

Beautiful Wedding Imagery Capturing Your Special Memories

Beautiful wedding imagery, capturing those special memories that you and your partner will want to make last a lifetime!

from £650 / event
A joyful couple dances outside a charming venue, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants, radiating excitement on their special day.
Candid - without posing - natural wedding photography
Candid - without posing - natural wedding photography
Candid - without posing - natural wedding photography

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Candid - without posing - natural wedding photography

5.0(12 reviews)
• 21 bookings

My style of photography can be described as a reportage style. Synonymous terms such as journalistic or natural or candid are often used. Generally, my photos can be described as “no posed“. My natural wedding photography is about capturing the beauty of the wedding day in a way that is honest and genuine. It's about telling a story through images, capturing moments as they happen, and creating a visual record of one of the most important days in a couple's life.

About supplier

I am Tom Zelinsky, a photographer specializing in event, family and portrait photography. I enjoy making my clients’ dream photoshoots of events such as Weddings, Jewish Purims, Birthdays, and Hen Parties become reality. I am happy to travel across the UK.

from £455 / event

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Rural barn or manor celebrations

If you prefer something more intimate, warm, and traditional, rural venues outside the city are ideal. Think weathered beams, stone walls, sweeping gardens, and golden-hour portraits that feel like a countryside dream. This is where Rustic Glam and Welsh Heritage styles shine.

Whatever setting you choose, the right photographer will know how to match the visual atmosphere to your personality. That’s the magic combination.

Budgeting for a Wedding Photographer in Cardiff

For most Cardiff weddings, you can expect to pay somewhere between £1,000 and £2,000 for a professional photographer. That usually covers a full day of shooting, edited images, and a digital gallery. Prices vary based on experience, number of hours, and whether you're adding extras like engagement sessions or albums.

Cardiff’s market is competitive, which is great news for you – it means you can find a photographer whose style fits your taste without feeling like you’ve overspent. With Poptop’s instant pricing, you’ll see all-inclusive rates upfront, so you can compare options quickly and confidently.

What to Look For in a Cardiff Wedding Photographer

We always recommend taking a moment to think about what matters most to you before you start browsing. It’ll save you so much time and make the decision feel straightforward rather than stressful.

  • Consider the style that connects with you. Do you love candid, in-the-moment shots? Are you obsessed with clean, modern portraits? Or maybe you’re drawn to soft, romantic tones? Knowing your preference helps you filter options more easily.
  • Ask yourself how involved you want them to be. Some photographers blend into the background, capturing beautiful, organic moments. Others take a more hands-on approach, guiding you through poses and timelines. Both styles can be brilliant – it’s just about finding the right fit for your day.
  • Check how they handle different lighting. Cardiff weather is famous for being unpredictable. You need a photographer who can adapt to bright coastal light, overcast afternoons, and dim indoor settings without breaking a sweat.
  • Review full wedding galleries. Highlight photos are lovely, but full galleries tell the true story. You want consistency, quality, and storytelling from start to finish.
  • Make sure their personality clicks with yours. They’ll be with you for the whole day, so you need someone who makes you feel comfortable, calm, and natural. A great wedding photographer is part artist, part teammate.

Why Poptop Makes Wedding Photography Booking Easier

Planning a wedding is exciting, but let’s be honest – it can also be a little overwhelming. That's where Poptop makes life significantly easier. When you book through our platform, you’re not just getting a photographer. You’re getting a stress-free, well-supported experience from the first click to the last photo delivered.

Enjoy a truly friendly attitude

Every photographer on our platform is vetted not just for skill, but for their ability to genuinely connect with people. They won’t just take photos – they’ll help create an atmosphere where you and your guests feel relaxed, happy, and natural in front of the camera.

Plan your wedding in minutes, not days

You get instant, all-inclusive prices. No waiting around. No chasing quotes. No vague estimates. You know exactly what you’re paying for the moment you land on a photographer’s profile.

Get an experience that’s uniquely yours

Our photographers excel at shaping their service around your vision. Whether you’re planning a refined hotel celebration or a rustic countryside gathering, they’ll create images that reflect the mood and style you love.

Relax and enjoy stress-free planning

We keep communication clear and simple. You’ll get updates, confirmations, and information at all the right moments, so you never have to wonder what’s happening behind the scenes.

Find what you need effortlessly

Just enter your date, guest count, and location, and you’ll instantly see all the photographers available for your Cardiff wedding. No sifting through irrelevant listings.

Discover everything in one convenient place

If you need catering, entertainment, or extra touches alongside your photographer, it’s all right here. You can build your entire celebration without jumping between websites.

Host a wedding that guests will remember

Because we specialise in professional, high-quality services, you’ll find options that add personality and flair to your big day. Your guests will feel the difference.

Book with confidence and complete security

Every booking is covered by our money-back guarantee, and if something unexpected comes up, we’ll arrange a suitable alternative. You’re completely protected.

Tips for Getting the Best Wedding Photos in Cardiff

Even the best photographer benefits from a bit of planning, so here are a few simple ways to help them capture gorgeous images.

  • Choose a timeline that gives room to breathe. You don’t want to feel rushed. Give yourselves enough time for natural moments to unfold.
  • Think about Cardiff’s light. Coastal venues often look best earlier in the day. Countryside manors shine at golden hour. Cardiff Bay glows beautifully just after sunset.
  • Pick locations that suit your style. Waterfront boardwalks, woodland paths, historic stone steps, open fields – Cardiff has it all. Talk through options with your photographer.
  • Don’t overthink the posing. The best photos usually come from being yourselves. Let the laughter, nerves, and excitement happen.
  • Trust your photographer. They know what works. The more relaxed you are, the more authentic your photos will feel.

Why Book Your Cardiff Wedding Photographer Through Poptop

Booking through Poptop means you get peace of mind, ease of use, and beautifully curated options at your fingertips. You can explore styles, compare prices instantly, and book within minutes. And because our suppliers are reliable, friendly, and committed to making your day special, you get a level of professionalism that ensures everything runs smoothly.

Your wedding deserves to be unforgettable, and your photos deserve to look exactly how you imagined them. With Poptop, you’re only a few clicks away from finding the perfect photographer to tell your story.

Ready to Book Your Photographer?

If you’re planning a wedding in Cardiff and want incredible photos without the stress, start browsing your options today. You’ll find talented photographers who understand Cardiff’s scenery, mood, and light – and who are ready to capture your day exactly the way you want it.

Plan your wedding with confidence, enjoy the process, and let’s help you create an album you’ll treasure for years.