John Wellings

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Creating lasting memories that you will look back on in years to come, nothing beats it. I am a documentary style wedding photographer based in South Wales.
John Wellings Pricing & Costs
£495 - £1,495
2 Hours (Ceremony / Elopement) - £495. Half Day (6 Hours) - £995 Full Day - £1495
Full day package
From
£1,495
My most popular package. From the chaos in the morning to the dancing in the evening. A Full Day of documentary storytelling captured beautifully and edited to the highest standards.
What's included
Private, personal online gallery available on all devices.
700+ High + Web size Images
Travel / Insurance
Unlimited Consultation
Full Day of Documentary Storytelling of your day.
John Wellings Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Modern
Artistic

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Stay Through Speeches
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Online Shop
Large Group Shots
John Wellings Full Description

If you’re planning your wedding in or around Swansea, meet John Wellings—a wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience capturing love stories just like yours. John specializes in a modern, documentary style that focuses on natural, beautiful images without the awkward posing. His calm and friendly approach helps you feel at ease, so he can capture those genuine moments and emotions as they happen.

A Relaxed, Unobtrusive Style That Lets Your Day Shine

John believes your wedding day should be all about you and your celebration. Known for his “ninja-like” ability to blend into the background, he’s there to catch every laugh, tear, and joyful moment without interrupting the flow of your day. Couples appreciate his calm professionalism, which creates a relaxed atmosphere for everyone involved.

Capturing the Real Moments That Tell Your Unique Story

With a strong background in Documentary Photography, John has a sharp eye for the moments that make your wedding truly yours. From the nervous excitement before the ceremony to heartfelt embraces and spontaneous fun, he focuses on authentic, unposed images. His goal is to deliver a timeless collection of photos that let you relive the emotions and memories of your special day for years to come.

What Couples Love About Working with John

  • He makes couples feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire day.
  • His natural, creative style is perfect for those who prefer candid moments over posed shots.
  • Many couples rave about the beautiful, authentic photos they receive—images that truly capture the spirit of their wedding.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: John
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to look at my work. I'm always honoured that couples put their faith in me to capture their special day. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or would just like some advice on booking a photographer. I know its not something many people have ever done and I like to keep things as simple as possible!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2008
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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Marrion & Matt
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
It was a pleasure to work with John

"It was a pleasure to work with John from the first email months before the wedding to the last shot he took.   His professionalism and approach-ability made the entire process stress-free, and despite less than perfect weather on the big day, Johns creativity and spontaneity resulted in some truly wonderful images that we'll forever treasure."

Aimee & Justin
Happy couple married in November
September 2024
We are thrilled!

Hi John. Just a quick Hi from Aime and myself before I say how delighted we both are with the photographs. We could not be any more pleased with the final product, we are thrilled! I would also like to thank you for the way in which you conducted yourself throughout the whole process. Diolch yn fawr iawn!!! ps how you made the rain disappear amazes me! A great photographer and a magician to boot!!!

Daniella & Dale
Happy couple married in May
September 2024
Highly recommend John

"Highly recommend John. He captured our wedding in may at Nash point lighthouse beautifully. We loved his style and he suited the unique venue perfectly. He is discrete and captures all aspects naturally. Also the attention to detail right through to sending the pictures to us has been wonderful. Thanks John!"

Rosali & Chris
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
John was amazing

"John was amazing, he made everything so easy and such a lovely person to share time with. We had photos at Parc Le Breos and then at Three Cliffs Beach, we weren't expecting to get so many different locations but John wanted to do as much as we could to get amazing photos."

Nicola & Rhodri
Happy couple married in March
September 2024
We really couldn’t be happier!

"Rhodri & I have spent the last few days looking at the photos you’ve sent over, we really couldn’t be happier! You’ve perfectly captured how much fun everyone had on our wedding day and we are so grateful"

Emma-Jane & Andrew
Happy couple married in June
September 2024
John was the perfect fit for our wedding day.

"John was the perfect fit for our wedding day. He was calm, put everyone at ease and took the most beautiful photos! We were nervous about our couple portraits, but he made us feel so relaxed and comfortable that we ended up really enjoying it! Looking back through our photos has been an absolute joy. John has captured all the little details and moments of our day, as well as taking beautiful photos of the venue and spaces we were in. We wholeheartedly recommend John for both his presence on the

Joanna & Scott
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
I also think he has ninja training

"Not only is John an amazing photographer (seriously, your photos will make you happy cry as you re-live your day) and an absolutely lovely guy, I also think he has ninja training. His ability to be everywhere, capturing the atmosphere of your day, whilst also not being noticed or intruding on the special moments he photographs, is quite frankly incredible. We don't typically like having our picture taken, but John made us feel 100% comfortable from start to finish and I would recommend him to a

Fion & Iain
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
John was absolutely amazing

"John was absolutely amazing. We had John for two days, registry office & party and he delivered on every single photo! We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, he captured both days perfectly and made us all feel so at ease! Couldn’t recommend enough!"

Amy & Sam
Happy couple married in September
September 2024
I wish I could give more than five stars!

"I wish I could give more than five stars! My husband and I are notoriously awkward in front of a camera but John not only put us both completely at ease but managed to capture some incredible photos of our wedding in the process. John was super laid back but a complete professional. His modern style of photography suited us perfectly and not only is he clearly a talented man but a really lovely guy to boot! Can't recommend enough!"

Emma & Martin
Happy couple married in July
September 2024
It was a pleasure to work with John

"It was a pleasure to work with John from the first email months before the wedding to the last shot he took.   His professionalism and approach-ability made the entire process stress-free, and despite less than perfect weather on the big day, Johns creativity and spontaneity resulted in some truly wonderful images that we'll forever treasure."

John Wellings Location & Contact Details
Address
SWANSEA, Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom
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Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Relaxed, Informal, Fun, Creative, Documentary

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Try to plan when you have your photos when the light will be best. The last hour around sunset is when the light is at its most flattering. Dusk is also a perfect time to do your couple shots!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

I try and make things as easy as possible. I just need the itinerary and I'll take care of everything else.

What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?

Every wedding is unique!

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

A positive attitude.

Describe how you got into photography.

I grew up taking pictures of my friends in bands and skateboarding. That led me to a degree in documentary photography and jobs working as a press photographer and picture editor. I gravitated towards weddings as they are way more fun than waiting outside Downing Street!

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