Planning your wedding? Ela Walenda is a Bedford-based photographer who specializes in capturing the genuine moments and emotions that make your day truly yours. With a style rooted in documentary and reportage photography, Ela focuses on preserving not just how your wedding looked, but how it felt. Expect timeless, natural, and heartfelt images you'll treasure forever.
Ela’s approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, letting your day unfold naturally. She helps you feel at ease in front of the camera, blending seamlessly into the background to catch those quiet glances and joyful moments. With over a decade of experience as a press photographer, Ela has a keen eye for anticipating emotion and finding the perfect light—so no special moment goes unnoticed.
Ela holds a Master of Arts in Photography and brings both expertise and creativity to every wedding. Starting her journey with a 35mm film camera, her passion for the craft shines through in her work. More than just a photographer, Ela is a storyteller who captures your unique love story—whether it’s an intimate elopement or a grand celebration—with soul and artistry.
One of my favorite wedding was the one in the couple's (massive) back garden. Relaxed atmosphere, people sitting on bales of straw, horses in the paddock, first dance under the stars. That was absolutely lovely
Natural, candid, documentary, creative, storytelling
I am very proud of the feedback I get from my Wedding Couples. Their kind words make my job worthy and rewarding. I am also proud of how fast my business is growing
Pick a good photographer. The reason behind it is that photos and video from your Wedding are the most precious as you can always go back to your wedding day and again feel the emotions of this beautiful event in your life
One couple prepared a presentation with their photos, text messages and notes they have been writing to each other since they met and they displayed them during their first dance. That was absolutely beautiful and have to say my eyes were welling up
What I like to do is meet the couple in person. So if the couple shows interest in my work we arrange the meeting and spend at least an hour talking about their Wedding day. I really like those meetings as they allow to get to know the couple and feel their vibes. During those meetings we often come up with some ideas for the photos and have time for relaxed conversation.
Photo showing their uniqueness and closeness
Recently I has a couple who wanted to have photos taken in a field with cows. Seems funny but to be honest it came out just brilliant.
Get a pair of wellies. I always have nice umbrellas with me. And most of all...don't worry. Rain is not the end of the world and those rainy photos are very romantic
I was really young when I started my photography journey. Ad I remember I was about 13 when I got a camera from my father and hasn't stopped taking photos till now. And I am never going to. That's my longer lasting love.