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Hi, I'm Lauren 👋
Friendly
Relaxed
Confident
I've been told that I have a way of putting people almost instantly at ease. I think my most defining features as a wedding photographer are being super friendly, confident and always keeping my cool.
I'm unconventional and I think your story should be told exactly as it unfolds, naturally. I love to capture the true essence of those I work with and I'm all about the moments between the moments as these are often the real truth and beauty of the wedding day, less so the staged photos. And I like to keep even the satged shots relaxed and fun so we can get the most 'YOU' you in all the images.
LaHu Wedding Photography & Films Pricing & Costs

Pricing for suppliers

Prices Start at
£1,600
Maximum price
£3,000
Peak / Weekend Prices (full day only) £2200 for Photography From £2500 for Videography Off Peak / Mid-Week Prices (min 6 hours) from £1600 for half day coverage
LaHu Wedding Photography & Films Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Modern
Artistic

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Online Proofing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Videography available
Large Group Shots
Images on USB
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Thank You Cards / Photo Stationery
Photo Printing
Online Shop
LaHu Wedding Photography & Films Full Description

Emotive and authentic wedding photography tailored for you

Hi! I'm Lauren, a 14 years experienced photographer and film maker based in South Wales and covering the UK and abroad. I specialize in capturing heartfelt, romantic wedding moments for couples who want to re-experience the emotions of the day in their full depth and vibrancy. Combining fine art and documentary styles, my work preserves the genuine emotions of your day — from laughter and tears to those candid, in-between moments that make your wedding truly yours.

A relaxed, personal approach that puts you first

Every couple is unique, and I'm there to highlight that with a “relaxed fine art wedding photography” style focused on beautiful natural light. My largely documentary approach lets you enjoy your celebration fully, while your story unfolds naturally through the lens. I believe weddings are about people, so the photos highlight the sincere connection between you and your loved ones — never awkward or staged. Obviously there's the group photos which I effortlessly fly through, making sure to keep it fun. Comfort and authenticity are my priorities, ensuring your true spark shines through every image.

What to expect

  • Natural Storytelling: Your wedding day is captured as it happens, including all the quirky, joyful, and unforgettable moments that make your celebration unique.
  • A Fresh, Non-Traditional Style: Perfect for couples who want to break free from clichés and embrace beautiful and timeless but also creative and fun photography that reflects your personality.
  • Photography and Videography Services: Choose from still images, video, or both to fully document your wedding day.
  • Experienced Professionals: With over 13 years combined experience, you can trust my expertise to effortlessly capture your story.

Whether you’re planning a big bash, an intimate mountainside elopement, a stylish city celebration, or a lively family gathering in a tipi, I'm dedicated to capturing the heart of your love story. My goal is to create a collection of images that bring back the joy and emotion of your wedding day for years to come.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Lauren
Hopefully you now have a feel for who I am. I'm open and friendly with a professional approach (but there's always room for laughs!). I love working with couples I really click with, I find that I turn up at the wedding feeling more like a friend than an employee! I always suggest meeting a handful of photographers as you just never know who you're going to click with until you're in the same room! Drop me a line if you need any advice at all.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Reviews
(19)
(19)
Sara and Matt
Happy couple married in July
July 2017
Sara and Matt
Lauren was recommended to us by our videographer and was so helpful right from the moment she agreed to do our wedding photos. Her experience with wedding photography was obvious and this put Matt and I completely at ease. We didn't want an overbearing, bossy photographer but needed someone to be able to organise our families after they'd had a few drinks(!) and Lauren was absolutely perfect. The photographs she took for us are amazing and capture us and all of our guests so beautifully and naturally yet half the time you forgot she was even there. We cannot recommend Lauren highly enough. What an absolute gem and genuinely lovely person!
Amy and Mark
Happy couple married in June
June 2017
Amy and Mark
"Thank you for the amazing job you did on our wedding photos Lauren, we cannot recommend or thank you enough! You captured everything we asked for and more. Neither of us are particularly natural when it comes to posing for photos but you put us at ease and ensured we had some lovely photos of us and our guests. We absolutely loved receiving our photos and the beautiful package that they arrived in just sums up how much you care about your work. Your a super talented lady! Thanks to you and Matt we have some beautiful memories that will last us a life time. XxX"
Sarah and Ross
Happy couple married in June
June 2017
Sarah and Ross
"We can't thank Lauren enough for our beautiful wedding photos! We were so exited to get them and especially when they came in such a pretty little hamper, it really made my day. The photos are absolutely perfect and just what I wanted, I have had endless comments on how gorgeous they are!! Thank you again Lauren! Xxx"
Leanne and Gordon
Happy couple married in June
June 2017
Leanne and Gordon
"Since we first saw Lauren's work on a friends wedding back in 2013 I knew that one day I would love to have my wedding shot in such a beautiful way. After recommending her to another of my friends too, it was finally my turn to get married and need a photographer. Since meeting with Lauren again to discuss our wedding details we knew she was the one to shoot our wedding. She completely got how important photos are to me, and that it was important to capture all of the little details that were being put into our wedding day. She was also very understanding and reassuring of a hubby to be that doesn't like his photo being taken. The engagement shoot was a really nice way to see how Lauren works with the couple and also put G at ease, we got some fab photos from it also which we love. We had the best wedding day, Lauren and David the second shooter were very professional and creative with their work. At some points in the day we didn't even notice they were there, they also mixed with the guests to get the best photos. Although we have only at the moment seen half of our wedding photos we have been utterly blown away. The moments that have been captured have made us smile, laugh and (me) cry. We will cherish these photographs for ever. We can't wait to see the rest of the photo's and also the wedding film that my mum had surprised us with. We will recommend Lauren to everyone, she has a fantastic talent and is a beautiful person. We can't thank you enough. Love Mr & Mrs Leeming 10/06/17"
Robyn and Ben
Happy couple married in June
June 2017
Robyn and Ben
"From our first meeting we knew Lauren was the photographer for us! She seemed to understand us and what we wanted without us really having to tell her. We felt completely comfortable around her on the day and she was unobtrusive and relaxed around our guests while still getting all the amazing photos we asked for. It was especially nice she took the effort to remember everyone's names, so it all felt really personal. Thank you so much for your care and attention to get such wonderful photos of our day! We absolutely love them!"
Kirsty and Terry
Happy couple married in May
May 2017
Kirsty and Terry
"Lauren we love you! We have just recieved our beautifully packaged usb and watched our photos. They are amazing and you have caprured all the little details! I cried as it was just like being there on the day again. Thank you for our engagement shoot and wedding photos you have been fabolous the whole way through! Thank you SO SO SO much love Mr and Mrs O'Neill! Xxxx"
Claire and Jon
Happy couple married in January
January 2017
Claire and Jon
"As soon as we met Lauren we knew she would be the perfect person to take photos of our wedding. To have such an amazing down to earth person who went above and beyond (at one point even sorting my hair out) was absolutely fantastic. She puts you at complete ease at all times and it felt like I had a friend with me. The photos are amazing and we couldn't have wished for more. Thank you so much Lauren - you are awesome!"
Louisa and Matt
Happy couple married in December
December 2016
Louisa and Matt
"Lauren is simply amazing. She is an outstanding photographer and a wonderful person. She made us feel so relaxed and comfortable on our wedding day. Lauren took all the photos we wanted, such amazing keepsakes of an amazing day! We cannot thank Lauren enough for all the hard work she put into capturing our day in such a perfect way. Thank you Lauren!"
Emma and Gareth
Happy couple married in March
June 2016
She is outstanding, incredibly professional, perso
"Lauren was the photographer at our wedding 2 weeks ago. She is outstanding, incredibly professional, personable and has a real talent for visualising and taking those special pictures that make your day all the more memorable. We found Lauren very thorough in her planning and preparation and the communication between us and Lauren was first class. I would highly recommend Lauren for any photography occasion - 5 stars!!!"
Michaela and Oussama
Happy couple married in November
June 2016
I saw her as one of my friends from the moment I m
"Just Wow! I adore our wedding photos I'm amazed... I keep looking at them over and over! Not only is Lauren's work perfect, she is the most genuinely loveliest person I've met in a long time, I saw her as one of my friends from the moment I met her, she made me and all my guests feel at ease and relaxed throughout the whole day! I really can't thank her enough, and Natasha too :) you're both FABULOUS !! You wonderful people!!!"
LaHu Wedding Photography & Films Location & Contact Details

Address

Bridgend, Bridgend, Wales, United Kingdom

Travel Notes

Very happy to travel anywhere in the world!

Nearest Town

Bridgend

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M27

Nearest Train Station

Southampton

Nearest Airport

Cardiff

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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs

What is your most memorable wedding?

Jen and Simon in May 2015. It was a Scottish RAF wedding with an hilariously naughty bride and groom, a very mischievous sword party and far too many bare bottoms. It was the most fun wedding I have photographed, I don't think I've ever laughed so much! The fact that I was so willing to get involved in the mad antics and have a giggle was the reason Jen and Simon said they'd chosen me!

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Earthy, fun, artistic, natural and contemporary

What about your business are you most proud of?

I am most proud building my business from scratch alone and the fact that it grows naturally every year.

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

I would say to plan in more time than you think you need for each aspect of the day as things do inevitably run over and and the couple then feel rushed. I love seeing couples being able to fully enjoy the day. Also be sure to pause now and then on the wedding day to take it all in because it flies by so quickly.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

I love it when the bride, her mum and girlfriends all get involved in decorating the wedding reception room. I've seen some really inventive and absolutely beautiful touches and it means so much more when they've all put so much time and effort in to it.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Enquiry - We always meet before booking because I'm the supplier you'll spend all day with so it's really important that you feel totally at ease in my company. Chat through timings & details as it it helps you to iron out any potential issue areas. I've photographed over 350 weddings so my experience is often helpful here. I'm very opposed to sales tactics or pressure so it's more of a 'nice chat and see what happens' kind of approach. I just want my couples to feel good about their choice.

Booking - I send the deposit invoice, contract and a form to gather all the info. Then the date is all yours.

Engagement Shoot - Let's get to know each other ahead as this really reduces nerves on the day.

Ongoing Communication - I keep consistent communication throughout, offering guidance along the way.

Final Call - Either a zoom call or a venue walkaround for last minute checks 1-3wks before.

On to Day - Checkin the day before. Arrive early and then the fun really begins

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

You might think you don't want portraits of just the two of you on the wedding day but I think this is a must (though I'd never force it). You might feel they'll look staged and maybe you're uncomfortable having your photo taken but I have many ways of putting people at ease and capturing lovely natural images. The engagement session helps so much with this too!

Aside from having some beautiful photos of just the two of you, it also gives you a chance to get away from the madding crowd for at least 20 minutes and have a little time to yourselves.

What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?

It has to be the one of the bride standing in the middle of a line of scotsmen wearing kilts and flashing their bottoms at me. I saw a little more than I wanted to that day :D

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Expect the best, prepare for the worst and just roll with it. If it's part of your day then we will do our best to incorporate it. Some of the most fun weddings I've captured have been the wet ones! It brings a feeling of 'we're in this together' and a level of intimacy that sunny weddings don't have.

Describe how you got into photography.

I went on a round the world trip and took with my little DSLR. I fell in love with photographing people in India and capturing real life moments throughout on that trip.

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