Planning your wedding? Jon Cripwell Photography is here to capture the real, heartfelt moments of your special day with a relaxed and timeless style. Based in Derby, Jon specialises in telling your unique love story through a mix of natural candid shots and elegant portraits that you'll treasure forever.
Jon’s goal is simple: to make you feel comfortable and happy throughout your day. Most photos are candid, capturing genuine emotions and spontaneous joy as your celebration unfolds. When it’s time for couple portraits, Jon’s easygoing direction helps you relax, resulting in authentic, beautiful images—not stiff or posed shots. From the excitement of getting ready to the heartfelt vows and lively evening party, Jon documents every moment with care and creativity.
Your wedding is a personal celebration with your closest friends and family, and Jon understands that. From your first conversation, he focuses on making sure your photos truly reflect the spirit of your day. Many couples find an engagement shoot helpful—it’s a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera and build a friendly connection before the big day. Couples often praise Jon’s warm, approachable, and calming presence, which helps everyone feel at ease and enjoy the moment.
It's going to sound cliche, but I genuinely remember EVERY single one of my weddings, because I always take the time to get to know my clients really well - we become friends on the run-up to the big day!
Romantic, elengant, timeless, natural, dramatic
Whenever I see one of my photographs printed at a client's house, or even shared on social media, I always feel proud :-)
Do what YOU want to do, not what you feel you SHOULD do.
One that springs to mind was from a fantastic wedding at The West Mill where the bride and groom had written a personal note on the inside of each of the guests' table place names.
Go with the flow - be flexible and don't worry too much. A good photographer will find indoor or outdoor locations that work for you, in the unlikely event that it actually rains ALL day!