Luke Hayden Photography

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If I could give 10 stars I would! We are so happy to have found Luke to capture our wedding.
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Luke Hayden Photography Pricing & Costs

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Prices Start at
£1,450
Maximum price
£4,100
Half-day coverage (up to 5 hours) £1,450. Available Monday to Thursday, excluding Bank Holidays.
Luke Hayden Photography Details

Photography Style

Natural
Alternative
Editorial

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Photo Printing
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Shoot with Film
Back-Up Equipment
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Online Shop
Flexible Hours on the Day
Online Proofing
Large Group Shots
Luke Hayden Photography Full Description

Documentary Wedding Photography for Couples Who Value Authentic Moments

If you’re planning your wedding and want photos that truly reflect your day, Luke Hayden is here to help. With over 10 years of professional experience, Luke specialises in documentary-style wedding photography. He focuses on capturing real, unscripted moments as they happen, letting your day unfold naturally so your photos tell the genuine story of your celebration.

A Relaxed, Unobtrusive Photographer Who Feels Like a Guest

Luke’s approach is all about making you feel comfortable. He blends seamlessly with your guests, often feeling more like a friend than a photographer. Couples often say he’s gentle and unobtrusive, guiding only when necessary and allowing your day to flow naturally. This style is perfect if you or your partner feel shy in front of the camera, resulting in stunning photos that capture your true personalities and the atmosphere of your wedding.

What You Can Expect from Your Wedding Photos

  • Candid Moments: Luke excels at capturing those in-between moments—the laughter, the joy, and the quiet connections that make your day unique.
  • Natural Light: He uses natural light expertly to create timeless, fresh images full of warmth and soul.
  • Storytelling: Your final photo collection will tell the full story of your wedding day—from morning preparations to the lively celebrations on the dance floor.
  • UK & Destination Weddings: Based in Essex near London, Luke is experienced in photographing weddings across the UK and is available for destination weddings abroad.

Passionate About Capturing Your Unique Story

Luke sees wedding photography as a privilege and is passionate about creating “frame-worthy” images with a fresh, modern style you’ll treasure forever. Couples praise his creative eye, his ability to blend into the day effortlessly, and the stunning quality of his final photographs.

Message from the team

Name of Wedding Contact: Luke
Hey, I’m Luke. If you’re here, you’re probably planning a wedding and want photos that feel natural, honest, and very you, not staged or awkward. I’ve been photographing weddings for over a decade, quietly documenting the real moments as they unfold, so you can stay present and actually enjoy your day. Have a look around, and if it feels like a good fit, I’d love to hear about your plans.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2012
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
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ADINA + RICHARD
Happy couple married in June
January 2026
Luke does incredible work

I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer! Luke does incredible work and made us feel super comfortable on our wedding shooting. We love every single picture!

FAITH + JAMES
Happy couple married in September
January 2026
He has such a cool, fresh look to his photos

Luke was our wedding photographer in August 2019. I’ve been following Luke for a while on Instagram and was always impressed. When the time finally came to look for my own wedding photographer I had no one else in mind. His eye captures not only the great moments you want remembered, but in a style that I like to call “frame worthy”. He has such a cool, fresh look to his photos and not just with the post edit, but with his style and composition.

VICTURIA + STUART
Happy couple married in July
January 2026
The photos were amazing

Luke photographed our wedding in August this year and we were amazed with the results. We love his natural style and he captured the essence of our wedding day. The photos were amazing and we were so glad we’re choose Luke to photograph our wedding. We would definitely recommend Luke Hayden photography.

CATHERINE + MICHAEL
Happy couple married in August
January 2026
Luke was brilliant from the start

Luke was brilliant from the start. His photography is more beautiful than I can put onto words, from his candid approach, creative angles and focus and how he used the light all the way to how he presented the photos to us in a wonderful slideshow and a beautiful wooden box. He was a pleasure to have as out photographer, a joy to be around and he seamlessly captured out day without us even noticing him and with so much style. I cannot tell you how much I am in love with the photos from our day!

AMBER + MICHAEL
Happy couple married in October
January 2026
Professional, proactive, kind, friendly

Luke is the best wedding photographer you could hope for. Professional, proactive, kind, friendly and the perfect balance of executing each individual vision whilst providing his creative guidance, we’ve only had the previews so far and can’t stop gushing over his work. It really does look like something from Vogue magazine. Feeling very lucky!

CAT + CHETTZ
Happy couple married in June
January 2026
We have so many great photos

Luke was the consummate professional leading up to our big day, and on the day itself! We have so many great photos from him that we’ll treasure for a lifetime – we’re thinking about which ones to choose for “The Wedding Wall” that we’re constructing – but choosing is proving tough given how many amazing photos he captured! Don’t be surprised if you come away from your experience with Luke just wanting to have him as your mate… he’s just super chilled, super talented, and well, super nice!! Wha

KATE + DAVID
Happy couple married in September
January 2026
We are absolutely thrilled

Luke was our photographer for wedding in June this year – we’ve recently had our pictures back and are absolutely thrilled. I remember finding Luke online before we booked him and instantly falling in love with his stuff- I just knew

LAURA + TOM
Happy couple married in September
January 2026
We couldn’t be any happier

We couldn’t be any happier that we were able to have Luke as our photographer for our wedding. Our close friends had Luke as their wedding photographer and the pictures were so beautiful! The style was so much more up our street compared to the more posed / staged photographs that you see from other photographers – although with that said, we still got all the important family and bridal party shots that we needed.

JEM+STORM
Happy couple married in August
January 2026
Luke is the best!

Luke is the best! The goat of wedding photography especially amazing candid shots. He made me and my wife feel very comfortable and was very patient to get the perfect shots. He was kind helpful and easy to talk to and by the end of our wedding a friend! If you find Luke and are considering hiring him, please rest assured you will not be disappointed, he is amazing and we both love his work and him! Ps the photos turned out amazing! See for yourself!

NAGIRE+MATTHEW
Happy couple married in November
January 2026
If I could give 10 stars I would!

If I could give 10 stars I would! We are so happy to have found Luke to capture our wedding. From the initial consultation to the end of our day, he was super easy to communicate with, so chill and worked with us to have photos that were exactly what we wanted. He was never too pushy and let us enjoy our day whilst still taking incredible photos that our friends and family have said look like they could be in Vogue. He somehow managed to snap everyone at our wedding and capture the day beautiful

Luke Hayden Photography Location & Contact Details
Address
Stansted, Essex, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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Where are you based?

I am Essex based, just outside of London and I cover the whole of the UK and abroad.

Do you require a booking fee?

To make sure you don’t lose me for your wedding date, a 50% deposit is required.

Do you work with a 2nd photographer

I much prefer to work alone. I shoot 95% of my weddings alone, but I understand that sometimes you may want to book a 2nd photographer. I have an option for you to book a 2nd photographer if needed.

Do you take group photos?

Yes I do take group photos. I find shortly after the ceremony is a good time to schedule these shots.

Are you insured

Yes, I am fully insured. If your wedding venue requires a copy of my insurance details, please let me know and I’ll get a copy over to you.

How long does it take to deliver the photos?

I aim to delivery your full gallery up to 8 weeks after your wedding. I sometimes delivery faster. It all depends when you’re getting married and if it’s peak season.

How many images do we got?

For most wedding I delivery between 500-700 images depending on how many hours you book.

Do you edit all the photos?

I edit all selected images myself with my signature look.

Can you hold our date?

Unfortunately, I can't hold any wedding dates without a retainer.

How do we book you?

If you would like to make things official then I would need you to fill out my booking form. Once completed the 50% retainer is paid, you're all booked in.

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