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Best Wedding Photographers in Manchester
Your special day deserves to be captured beautifully, and you’ll find the very best Manchester wedding photographers right here. We've curated a stunning selection of 186 talented professionals, perfect for every style – from candid and documentary to traditional and fine art. Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony at King Street Townhouse or a grand celebration at The Principal Hotel, our photographers are ready to tell your unique love story with breathtaking imagery.
Natural-Style Wedding Photography to Celebrate Your Day
Casual but at the same time natural style of photography for all weddings. I cover all aspects of the day including ceremony, reception, and private shots. No maximum cap on the number of photos delivered, all pictures will be provided in both colour and black & white.
About supplier
My name is Oszkar, I'm a Brighton-based Hungarian photographer with vast experience in the visual creative world. My main focus is delivering high-standard images at affordable rates.
from £145 / event
Capturing The Special Memories Of Your Wedding Day
I'm Shaz, a female photographer. I have six years of experience. I have a keen eye for detail and a passion for capturing natural, candid moments, as well as beautifully composed, traditional posed shots. My style blends vibrant colours with a fine art approach, focusing on aesthetic beauty. This journey has been filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable memories.
About supplier
I can't say it was easy when I first started, but I knew I loved taking pictures and creating beautiful memories. I've learned a lot about lighting, posing, and editing—but most importantly, I've learned how to make my clients feel comfortable in front of the camera.
from £110 / event
Creative & Beautiful Wedding Photography
We capture those special moments in a natural pose and candid style. Using Canon 1DX Mark2 based on single camera work. We travel all around the North West and the UK. As affordable professionals, we can cover the full event on the day. Your wedding day is a special event you will remember always, my style of natural and candid shots ensures the emotions are frozen in time.
About supplier
I am a professional and experienced event, photographer, and cinematographer. I have done many projects since 2014. Please let me know if you like to go ahead. Danarus Productions - making moments unforgettable for you. I use canon 1DX Mark 2 for professional work.
from £149 / event
Manchester Wedding Photographer. Natural, Storybook Wedding Photography.
Natural and candid storybook wedding photography. Fun for all, easy-going, friendly, quite funny at times, unintrusive, very experienced, diplomatic person and service. Nearly 20 years as a wedding photographer and countless happy clients whom I never hassle for reviews as I believe my wedding photography images speak for themselves.
About supplier
Nearly 20 years as a wedding photographer and countless happy clients whom I never hassle for reviews as I believe my wedding photography images speak for themselves. An image speaks a thousand words!
from £575 / event
Precious Moments Captured For Lifelong Memories
I bring an excellent level of expertise and substance to every wedding I have the pleasure of photographing, whether you want images full of drama or a subtle style as well as more formal, posed group and couple photographs. I’m patient, friendly and ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience with my photography. I will do my best to deliver images as quickly as I possibly can and understand your vision to create wonderfully emotive photographs.
About supplier
I’ve been a professional photographer since 2009 and I bring an excellent level of expertise and substance to every booking. With a background working for the BBC, I know the importance of going the extra mile. I only use Leica cameras & lenses creating vivid images which resonate.
from £450 / event
Natural & Romantic Style Wedding Imagery
My photography will tell the whole story of your wedding day in both natural and artistic portraiture styles so you get the best all-round photographic experience. Every detail, every tear, every smile, is captured quickly and unobtrusively so that you can relax and enjoy your special day together. I will integrate a few creative portraits and the end result is a collection of the most beautiful images of the highest quality for you to treasure.
About supplier
Welcome to Paul Baybut Photography. No gimmicks just the best in photos. Capture the true emotions of your day with my award-winning photography. If you love photography but also want as much time as possible to enjoy your wedding day together, then let's chat as I think we would be a great match.
from £595 / event
Romantic, Relaxed & Story-Telling Wedding Photography
My style of wedding photography is relaxed, romantic, and story-telling. I like warm, deep, rich colours with a cinematic feel. I like to capture a mixture of detail shots, couple portraits, group photographs, and candid moments to create a story of the day.
About supplier
I'm Rebecca, a professional Wedding Photographer based in Manchester. I love weddings because they are full of love and life, which makes for incredible photos.
from £350 / event
Sean Peters Photography – Timeless, Natural Storytelling Wedding Images
Sean Peters Photography – Capturing the Heart of Your Wedding Day Your wedding is a day filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. I specialize in capturing these emotions with a natural, storytelling approach. My relaxed and unobtrusive style allows you to be fully present while I document every detail, from intimate glances to joyful celebrations. With stunning, light-filled imagery, I create timeless photographs that let you relive your special day, for years to come.
About supplier
With years of experience & formal training under top professionals, Sean blends artistry with expertise. Awarded a Diploma in Photography & Fine Art, Sean captures every moment with a natural, storytelling approach, creating timeless, light-filled images that let you relive your wedding day forever.
from £450 / event
Natural Wedding Day Photography
There’s only one passion in my life that surpasses my love of being a wedding DJ/host and that is photography! I’m very flexible and use a hybrid photography approach. A formal style will mean the photographer will direct and aim to get a set of shots that represent the day. Documentary style - capturing people who are unaware of their picture being taken often produces the most amazing and natural results so even with the formal approach, there will still be an element of both styles used.
About supplier
My name is Dave and not only is photography my passion, I have now decided to make it my career. My working background has been in events and entertainment, mainly weddings, and I have decided to transfer this skillset into wedding photography.
from £995 / event
Artistic Wedding Photography Reflecting Your Personality
I find the feel of every wedding is different and that feeling comes from the top down, it's about reflecting your personality in an artistic manor. I appreciate that not everyone is comfortable in front of the camera. For the majority of the day I will be in the background, capturing events naturally as they happen. Please contact me for a bespoke quote. I will reduce my costs for a midweek full day wedding. Weekend weddings have to be full day coverage.
About supplier
I am a multi-award-winning creative photographer who loves what he does with a passion. My happy place is wandering around at a wedding capturing events in a creative way as they unfold. I have been voted in the "Top 10 UK's Best Weeding Photographers" on several occasions.
from £350 / event
Adventurous & Informal Wedding Photography with John
With this service being from the area I can get you to picturesque locations and get those great scenery shots. I can ensure you, my style works wonders when photographing that adventurous couple who want an informal approach to wedding photography and the pre-wedding experience always helps with that.
About supplier
My name is John I am from near Gretna Green and know the area really well. I have an eye for detail and can make sure I capture the moment. Giving you great value for money while still having real quality pictures.
from £645 / event
Award-Winning Wedding Shots with Ryan
I would say my style and wedding theme throughout has changed over the years and has adapted due to experience, camera change, the trained eye, and life experiences. It's a unique concoction of people within a landscape, creative portraits, vibrance, good light reading skills, and a natural style throughout. Doing my A level in photography right up to the BA-Hons gave me the knowledge of a camera and extensive research of photography, art, and business.
About supplier
My name is Ryan and hopefully, you can tell that wedding photography isn't a passion of mine as it's more of an obsession! I'm always wanting to make my clients happy, thinking about how I can be different, try to never miss their important memories, and make their special day even more special.
from £800 / event
Natural Wedding Photography Capturing Your Special Day
My photography style is artistic and unposed, I thrive on capturing real emotions and real moment. My aim is so capture those natural moments on your special day of the happy couple and you nearest and dearest. You can expect creative, relaxed and unique images every time, if you are looking to avoid the cliché wedding shots then I am the best choice for your big day.
About supplier
Photographing weddings is what I love to do. One of the main reasons I was drawn to wedding photography is that I love to photograph people – laughter, glances, a tender touch, and an encouraging smile, the uniqueness and unpredictability of photographing people are amazingly exciting.
from £900 / event
Incredible Wedding Day Imagery
Your wedding day will go by in the blink of an eye, invest in your mementos from this magical occasion with a professional wedding photographer. We offer documentary-style images, so your day unfolds naturally but we also take those posed shots with groups and you as a couple. Capturing the true essence of your wedding day in natural images that you'll have to keep for years to come.
About supplier
We are based in Lancashire and will travel anywhere to cover a wedding. We find it an absolute privilege to be the ones asked to record a couples wedding day.
from £200 / event
Capturing Everlasting Moments with Inspiration & Passion
I seamlessly blend natural light and flash for enchanting portraits. Invisible yet friendly, I capture genuine moments with a keen eye. Creating a warm atmosphere, I craft visual stories that reflect the unique essence of each occasion. Book your session for timeless memories that resonate with inspiration and passion. Your story, our lens.
About supplier
5+ years in St Helens, Merseyside. Specialising in portrait, family, and wedding photography. Professional and dedicated to transforming your memories into captivating visual stories. Book your session today for an unforgettable photography experience.
from £280 / event
Sculpt Your Wedding Memories with Passion & Art
We create, we sculpt, and we enliven your memories with passion and art. You will be taken back to your special day on a voyage of wonder and fascination, a journey of splendour and excellence. No request is too big or small. We are professionals and have expertise in the field of photography. It is always our team's aim to create everlasting memories for clients. Memories that will stand the test of time regardless of budget.
About supplier
We are Professional wedding and event photographers, not just part-time, we have a passion for our work. We give you stunning photographs that you will treasure for life. Take a look at some of our work and see how our work speaks for itself.
from £650 / event
Natural Wedding Photography Including a Drone
Our approach to capturing your day is to keep a low profile and blend in with the background in order to film and photograph without interrupting the natural smooth flow of the day and to capture the real atmosphere, emotions and details that make the Wedding the special day that it is. We do this by speaking to the celebrant, priest, or registrar in advance to ensure we are in the best suitable spot for the ceremony to capture the best angles without being in the way.
About supplier
We are Matt and Warren, friends for over 15 years who met when we first started Photography covering events. We work together on around 50-60 Weddings and events a year with Warren primarily covering the Photography and Matt covering the Videography.
from £899 / event
Wedding Photographer Who Brings To Life The Memories Of Your Big Day
Capturing those important candids as well as group shots in natural light with elegance, you'll find these photos will bring to life the memories of your big day. Specialising in luxury wedding photography, we're the perfect choice for you on your wedding day. Your photographer will give you a lifetime's worth of memories with these beautiful photos from your big day.
About supplier
We are Adam and Arleta. Our luxury wedding videography & photography company specialises in producing high-end wedding videos and photos for private events in the UK and Europe.
from £1000 / event
Make Your Wedding Day a Special One!
My photography style is a mixture of portrait, black and white, natural, candid, and fine art. For me, it's crucial to capture all important moments of a wedding as well as nicely positioned pictures with family and friends. Usually, my wedding photography includes pictures of the ceremony, a mini photo shoot with the bride and the groom, and pictures with family and friends.
About supplier
I am Detelin, a professional photographer and videographer based in Manchester. I`ve been doing photography for around 15 years and I fell in love with wedding photography in 2016 when I worked as a wedding photographer for a world-famous cruise ship company.
from £420 / event
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Reviews for Best Wedding Photographers in Manchester
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Stephanie Challinor31 Dec 2022
Tony is an amazing photographer and I feel so lucky to have found him for our wedding. He was really easy to talk to and answered any questions I had before booking and on the lead up to our wedding. Both me and my husband were nervous for our pre wedding photo shoot but Tony completely put us at ease and took some amazing photos. This instantly put us both at ease for our big day. On the day Tony was brilliant, even the staff at the venue commented on how lovely, personalable but also professional he was. He captured our day perfectly and we have some amazing photos to keep and look back on in years to come. Tony was so easy to work with and he made everything so easy and do fun at the same time. Thank you Tony for doing such a great job. I would highly recommend!
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Gemma thexton24 Sep 2021
It was a pleasure to meet Keith, very friendly, easy going and nothing was too much trouble. We wanted to go to 3 different locations and he was more than happy to do this. Would definitely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to call on Wirral photography for future events.
Many thanks to you Keith.
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Martina Sabova18 Aug 2021
Mo was amazing, put us all at ease and delivered our pics in a record time. Our pictures and video are beautiful and I'm so happy that he found some time to be a part of our special day.
Thank you so much again, Mo. You were a Superstar.
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Arevan Rahman14 Jun 2021
Amjid was very professional, calm and caring, he wants only the best for the couple and guests, we couldn’t have asked for a better service, definitely I recommend him and will love to have him again in any future occasions.
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Sarah Haines19 Oct 2019
We are both so pleased we chose Deb to photograph our wedding. We have amazing photos, supplied at an unbeatable price. Deb was so friendly and put everyone at ease. We couldn't have asked for more. We would highly recommend Deb Burrows!!
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Carolyn Stephenson30 Aug 2019
Kerry was excellent. She was very friendly and immediately put us at ease. Our daughter has a severe disability and Kerry was very thoughtful and patient. We are very pleased with our photographs of our special day. I would definitely recommend her as a photographer.
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More Than Posing: The Soul of Manchester Wedding Photography
First off, let’s be clear. Hiring a top-tier Manchester wedding photographer is about so much more than just getting clear photos of you and your guests. It’s about hiring an artist who specialises in capturing a specific, authentic, and effortlessly cool aesthetic.
They Capture the Vibe, Not Just the Vows
The best Manchester wedding photographers are masters of atmosphere. They understand that your wedding isn’t just a series of events; it’s a party. They excel at capturing the laughter, the dodgy dancing, the heartfelt hugs, and the general buzz of the day. They often feel more like a guest with a very good camera than a supplier.
They are Masters of Urban Light and Landscape
Let’s face it, Manchester isn't always blessed with glorious sunshine. A professional photographer here knows how to work with the city’s unique light. They can create a stunning, atmospheric shot from:
- The soft light pouring through a huge warehouse window
- The neon reflections in a rain-soaked street
- The warm glow of a pub
They Find Beauty in the Grit
A great Manchester photographer sees the city as their playground. They don’t need a perfectly manicured garden to create a beautiful portrait. They see artistic potential in:
- A raw brick wall in Ancoats
- A steel girder in a converted mill
- A colourful piece of street art in the Northern Quarter
They use the city's character to make your photos unique.
It’s All About the Documentary Approach
The prevailing style here is about telling the true story of your day. It’s less about creating a perfect, posed fairy-tale and more about creating an honest, beautiful, and authentic record of what really happened.
Finding Your Look: A Guide to Manchester's Photography Styles
Manchester’s creative scene is home to photographers with a distinct, cool, and non-traditional style. When you’re looking at their portfolios, it’s about finding a vibe that feels like you.
Don’t just look at their best-of highlights; ask to see a full wedding gallery to see how they capture a whole day.
Key Photography Styles in Manchester
The Documentary / Reportage Style
This is the heart and soul of Manchester wedding photography. It’s a "fly-on-the-wall" approach that captures moments as they happen. Photographers focus on:
- Real laughter
- Real tears
- Real connections
The result is a collection of photos that feels incredibly honest and full of life.
The Urban & Industrial Style
This style features dramatic portraits set against Manchester’s iconic backdrop. Perfect for couples who love:
- The city’s grit and edge
- Architectural charm
- Stylish, unapologetically Mancunian visuals
The Indie Aesthetic
A candid and authentic core, paired with artistic flair. Think:
- Warm, nostalgic editing
- Slightly grainy, film-like tones
- Real moments, beautifully cinematic
The Perfect Set: Manchester's Coolest Wedding Venues
A Manchester wedding offers an incredible choice of unique, characterful venues. A great photographer will be buzzing with ideas for how to use these spaces.
Converted Industrial Warehouses
- Huge windows for natural light
- Raw textures of brick, wood, and steel
- Versatile backdrop for both ceremony and party
Urban Spaces
- Blank canvas venues in the heart of the city
- Easy access to surrounding streets for portraits
Theatres & Pubs
- Intimate and atmospheric settings
- Historic character
- Require mastery of low-light photography
Understanding Wedding Photography Costs in Manchester
Hiring a talented, experienced wedding photographer in Manchester is a significant but essential investment. Typical range: £1500–£3500.
What You're Paying For
- The photographer’s unique talent and consistent style
- A full day (10–12 hours) of creative and physical work
- A second shooter for larger events (often included)
- High-end gear and backup equipment
- Days of editing and post-production
- Business costs: insurance, travel, consultations
Poptop: Your Shortcut to Finding Manchester's Best Creatives
Finding the right photographer can feel overwhelming. Poptop makes the process simple and inspiring.
A Curated Guide to the City's Top Talent
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- View vetted photographers in one place
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- Upfront pricing guides
- Organised message threads for seamless communication
Find a Photographer You'll Actually Want to Have a Pint With
- Personality matters as much as portfolio
- Friendly, down-to-earth professionals
- Comfort leads to more natural, relaxed photos
Book Your Top Choice with Total Peace of Mind
- Vetted photographers only
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- Book with full confidence
Your Pre-Wedding Checklist: How to Choose Your Photographer
Ready to find the perfect artist to capture your day? Here's your essential checklist:
- Immerse yourselves in portfolios (ask for full wedding galleries)
- Define your vibe and photography style
- Schedule a meeting or video chat
- Ask about their approach to blending in, group shots, and day-of logistics
Ready to Capture Your Proper Manchester Wedding Story?
Choosing your wedding photographer in Manchester is about more than ticking a box. It's about finding a storyteller who understands you, someone who can document the authentic, real, and joyful moments of your day — all set against the unique backdrop of one of the UK's coolest cities.