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Capture Your Wedding Day with Artistry and Joy
If you’re planning your wedding and want a photographer who combines natural storytelling with vibrant, artistic style, Brad Wakefield is an excellent choice. Based in Bristol and Somerset, Brad covers weddings across the UK and destination celebrations worldwide. With over 18 years of professional photography experience, his background as a photojournalist means he has a unique talent for capturing the authentic, fleeting moments that make your day truly special.
An Authentic, Natural Approach
Brad’s philosophy is simple: let your wedding day unfold naturally and capture the genuine emotions as they happen. He works unobtrusively, avoiding staged shots so the real joy and connections shine through. His style blends:
- Documentary: Honest, candid moments captured as they happen.
- Artistic: Beautifully composed images you’ll cherish forever.
- Modern & Fun: Vibrant colours and a lively, joyful vibe throughout your photos.
Experience You Can Rely On
Starting his career as a photojournalist for national publications, Brad is skilled at working quickly and creatively in any setting. He has photographed over 300 weddings—from intimate celebrations in the South West of England to stunning destination weddings in Italy and New Zealand. His expertise in using natural light helps create flattering, artistic images while making couples feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera. Brad’s work has earned prestigious recognition, including The Picture Editors' Guild UK Young Photographer of the Year award.
What to Expect from Brad on Your Wedding Day
Brad is dedicated to providing a personal, comprehensive service that lets you relive every moment long after your wedding day. To make sure you feel relaxed and confident, he offers pre-wedding consultations and engagement shoots—great opportunities to get to know each other before the big day. His popular packages typically cover everything from morning preparations through to the first dance, so no precious moment is missed.
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Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
A lovely French chateau wedding in Normandy.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Honest, fun-filled, artistic, modern, colourful
What about your business are you most proud of?
My client feedback - I endeavour to provide the best service and standard of photography possible and it is very rewarding to have happy clients.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Find suppliers that you love - don't settle.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
A bestman learnt how to play the piano to surprise the happy couple and personally perform their first dance music. It was very touching to watch!
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Typically a couple enquires regarding my availability and pricing for their date and we may have a phone consultation or meet in Bristol to discuss any queries that they have. Following completing my booking form and securing their date, we typically have a pre-wedding catch up once all their final details are in place. Following the big day, a couple receives their photographs within 2 - 4 weeks.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
First glimpses of eachother down the aisle. The emotions and expressions are beautiful.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Drone photography of a couple walking through a golden rapeseed field.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Embrace the great British weather! It's the one thing that can't be controlled. There are beautiful photographs to be had indoors plus a rainy day can deliver dramatic light as weather fronts change. Bring an umbrella and we can still create stunning photographs.
Describe how you got into photography.
Beginning with GCSE Art, I progressed to A Level Photography and my first job shooting for newspapers aged 17. This photojournalist experience developed in to a career working for national publications and PR clients in London. Following winning The Picture Editors' Guild UK Young Photographer of the Year in 2012, I relocated to the West Country and set up my own photography business. Since this time I have shot hundreds of weddings and continue serving commercial PR clients.