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Capture Your Wedding Story with Natural, Heartfelt Photography
If you’re planning your wedding in or around Stamford, Lincolnshire, James Richardson is a wedding photographer who truly understands how to tell your story through beautiful, natural images. Known for his emotive and candid style, James focuses on capturing those genuine moments and real emotions that make your day uniquely yours. His relaxed, people-first approach means you and your guests can enjoy every moment without feeling posed or pressured.
A Relaxed, Discreet Photographer Who Blends Right In
James works quietly in the background, capturing the true atmosphere of your celebration—from tender glances and joyful laughter to the lively energy on the dancefloor. Couples often highlight his friendly and calming presence, which helps them feel completely at ease throughout the day. His discreet style ensures every meaningful moment is preserved, so you can relive your wedding story for years to come.
What You Can Expect When You Book James
- Candid Storytelling: Focused on authentic moments and genuine emotions that tell your wedding day story.
- Natural Style: Beautiful, unscripted photos that capture your day as it naturally unfolds.
- Friendly and Approachable: James is known for being chatty and easy-going, making him a welcome part of your celebration.
- Tailored Packages: Whether it’s an intimate elopement or a full-day wedding, James offers packages designed to fit your needs.
No matter if you’re dreaming of a rustic countryside wedding, a chic city event, or a destination celebration, James is dedicated to capturing your story with honesty and artistry. He offers pre-wedding consultations to get to know your vision and provides a beautiful online gallery with high-resolution downloads after your big day.
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
A recent wedding at The Rutland Vineyard is so far one of the best weddings I have photographed (and I love all my weddings!). The weather was great, and so was the vineyard after the ceremony. Everyone was happy, and dancing and the couple were so focussed on everyone that they enjoyed their day.
The vineyard was the best place for a wedding, particularly with the summer sun and the copious amount of wine they gave too!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Candid
Natural
No-Fuss
Jovial
Thorough
What about your business are you most proud of?
It's fairly simple. Meeting all the wonderful couples and spending the day with them and their families. I love my business because of this.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Have everything arranged well in advance! I have photographed many weddings where the couple had booked lots of other suppliers very late on and it was stressful for them.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Every guest was given a goodie bag with the bride and groom's favourite bath/shower essentials and smellies
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Once your initial enquiry reaches me, I will come back to you straight away (If I'm not at a wedding, or sleeping!) and I'll gauge whether I'm available, and if I am, some more details about you and your day.
I will arrange a call/video call or visit in person so you can see and hear me.
If you love my work and who I am and you wish to book me, then we'll go through my usual process of deposits (10% by the way), contracts and so on.
Between booking your day, we'll have plenty of chat and possibly a couples photoshoot if you've booked my full-day package.
On the wedding day, I will capture everything on your day from pre through to the first dance, your friends and family and of course, both of you.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
A group photo. I love them. Not just a few of your friends (unless your wedding is small), but with EVERYONE. Only recently have I climbed up a pole and tree to take a photo of a massive wedding party - now that was fun!
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
A simple couple photo with their dogs, but Rutland Water. It was effective and georgous!
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Umbrellas, umbrellas and umbrellas. I also love a couple in wellies too!
Describe how you got into photography.
I started out in sports photography, working for a football team in Peterborough. Since then, I have expanded, slowed down my sports photography, but increased my wedding photography - since doing this in 2021, I have photographed 56 weddings throughout the UK, from small intimate ceremonies, and same-sex weddings to large 3 day weddings!