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Authentic, Joyful Wedding Photography in South Wales & Beyond
Planning your wedding? Based in Bridgend, Art by Design Photography is here to capture your day exactly as it unfolds—with natural, colorful, and heartfelt images. With over 20 years of experience, lead photographer Steve Wheller specializes in documenting real moments, genuine connections, and true emotions. His relaxed, down-to-earth style is perfect for fun-loving couples who want their photos to reflect the spirit of their day—no awkward poses, just authentic memories.
A Photography Experience Designed Around You
Steve’s approach is simple: help you enjoy every moment without feeling like you’re in front of a camera. He blends seamlessly into your celebration, quietly capturing the love and laughter shared between you, your family, and friends. Many couples call him a “ninja” for his unobtrusive style that catches all the special moments you might otherwise miss. Beyond photography, Steve acts as a trusted friend—offering helpful advice and assisting with your day’s timing to keep everything running smoothly.
Flexible Wedding Photography Services Tailored to Your Day
Every wedding is unique, and Art by Design Photography offers flexible packages to fit your vision—whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a lively festival-style celebration.
- Storytelling Style: A documentary approach that creates a vibrant, timeless visual story of your wedding day.
- Perfect For: Outdoor, boho, farm, festival, and alternative weddings that celebrate individuality and natural moments.
- Coverage Options: Choose from full-day or custom part-day coverage, tailored to your specific needs and schedule.
- What’s Included: A pre-wedding consultation to get to know each other, a private online gallery to view and share your photos, plus options for beautifully crafted albums and fine art prints. Some packages also include stunning drone photography.
Award-Winning Expertise You Can Trust
Steve’s talent and dedication earned him the title of Wales Wedding Photographer of the Year in 2018. His passion is creating a relaxed, enjoyable experience that results in beautiful, emotion-filled images you’ll treasure forever. To help you feel comfortable and confident on your big day, pre-wedding shoots are also available—a great chance to get to know Steve and practice being in front of the camera.
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Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
I guess the best way to sum me up is easy going, fun and relaxed whilst being organised and professional.
What about your business are you most proud of?
Press Update – Art by Design’s images are now featured on the front cover and throughout the Bride and Groom South Wales Magazine. It was a great honour to be chosen for my work to be published. You can pick your copy up free from registry offices, Debenhams and wedding fairs across South Wales.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan extra time in the day to mingle with your guests.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
I want to make sure my couples and guests have fun on the day so I sit down and go through their timings for the day to make sure there is time for the couples to chat to their guests, have a quite moment to themselves, have a great time with creative portraits and enjoy the party. Because in the end a wedding is a party and everybody is there to enjoy themselves. I am there to capture the enjoyment, the fun, the laughter and the tears. I have covered over 200 weddings all over Wales and the UK and and met some amazing couples, made new friends and created some amazing memories at some of the best venues in Wales and England.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Wellies and Umbrellas and a smile on your face
Describe how you got into photography.
Through an early age taking photographs of the welsh countryside and then friends weddings.