Based in the heart of Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Ideal Imagery specializes in capturing your wedding day with elegance and authenticity. Their goal is to create a relaxed and enjoyable experience, so you feel comfortable while they document your story beautifully.
Led by Graham and Cim, a talented duo with over 20 years of combined experience, this two-photographer team works seamlessly together. They capture every meaningful moment—from the bride’s preparations to the groom’s nerves, all the way through to your first dance—ensuring no part of your day is missed.
Ideal Imagery takes a natural, photojournalistic approach to wedding photography. They focus on telling the unique story of your celebration by capturing the moments in between the big events—like guests arriving and those quiet, emotional exchanges.
Before your wedding, Graham and Cim visit your venue to find the best spots for photos, so everything runs smoothly on the day and your images look stunning.
Ideal Imagery’s expertise is backed by qualifications and assessments from top professional bodies, including the Wedding Photojournalist Association, the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers, and the British Institute of Professional Photographers.
Their portfolio features beautiful weddings across the UK—from the Lake District to the Isle of Wight—and even abroad in France, showcasing their versatility and skill.
To complete your wedding memories, Ideal Imagery also offers cinematic wedding videos, giving you a beautiful way to relive your special day for years to come.
South of France - fabulous couple who hosted their reception in the gorgeous grounds of their French home.
Fresh, clean, intimate, vibrant and unobtrusive
100% 5* rating across voting platforms - happy clients! :-)
Engage with your photographer/videographer as soon as possible with your planning.
The whole family decorating the woodland with lighting and flowers in the trees and around the floor.
Informal coffee and cake after first contact. Discussions about the big day and capturing info about specifics special to them. Meeting for a preschool to build comfort and ease before a final face to face.
The confetti shot! It's fun, it's vibrant and shows the guests taking part in the celebration!
A Bride and Groom portrait on a graffiti covered bridge in North London.
Good guests! It's about the celebration of your relationship.
My father gave me my first film camera when I was around 10.