Planning a wedding that truly reflects who you are? Based in South Yorkshire, Andrew Heeley Photography offers a fresh, relaxed approach to capturing your big day. If posed shots and forced smiles aren’t your style, Andrew’s candid, reportage photography is perfect for couples who want their wedding photos to feel natural, fun, and full of personality.
Inspired by classic film photography, Andrew has a talent for finding beautiful light and creating stunning images—even after the sun goes down. From stolen glances and heartfelt hugs to the lively energy on the dance floor, he captures the real emotions and moments that make your wedding unique. The result? An album filled with genuine memories you’ll cherish forever.
Andrew is a proud member and ally of the LGBTQ+ community, committed to creating an inclusive, respectful space where every couple’s story is celebrated. He takes the time to understand your unique journey and ensures all communication and photography practices are welcoming and affirming. If you’re a non-traditional couple seeking creative, authentic, and vibrant wedding photos, Andrew is ready to capture your day with enthusiasm and care.
Absolutely has to be a wedding during 2020, despite all the obstacles, it was an amazing day - the couple, family and all the suppliers worked so hard to make it great. I found myself fixing fascinators and lacing the bride's dress, all whilst taking the prep photos!
Fun, candid, authentic, creative, natural
I love telling stories through photography. I'm proud that I've found my style in the wedding industry and it sets me apart from others.
Choose your photographer early and get them involved in planning your timeline. You're going to want some beautiful photos of each other and you together and having time means there's less stress!
Couple portraits in an antique shop - because that's how the couple met!
After a read through my client guide, I'll chat to the couple in person or via FaceTime/Zoom. I love meeting the couple for a pre-wedding shoot to get to know them a little better and understand how they find being in front of the camera - usually this helps people get used to me too and we find the experience to be great fun.
One 'semi-posed' story photo that says a lot about their theme and their day. My favourite was a musical couple, who loved live music, and booked their reception in the venue where they first met. We managed to get them access to a secret backroom rehearsal area for photos with the instruments!
I tend to take the lead on photography, which means my couples leave it to me to take original photos at every wedding. From micro-weddings with a 'street photography' edge, to full day coverage, I try to inject some creativity and something new into every wedding, it makes it more fun.
Bring umbrellas and don't mind me, my camera will cope! There's some amazing reflections and the colours look amazing in the rain. Alternatively, leave me to come up with a plan - indoor photos are just as good, who needs natural light!
I've been taking photographs from being a child (about 30 years). My first 'proper' camera I got hold of when I was 12 and shot film. Despite loving it, and taking some amazing street photos and shots of my own family, I never thought about doing it professionally until 2019.