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Meet Mark Barnes: Your Expert Wedding Photographer
Planning your wedding? Meet Mark Barnes, a multi-award-winning photographer based in the picturesque town of Carrickfergus, just outside Belfast. With over 20 years of experience and more than 950 weddings captured across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, Mark is passionate about turning your special day into timeless memories.
Why Choose Mark for Your Wedding?
- Deep Experience: Over 20 years in wedding photography, documenting 950+ weddings.
- Passion for Storytelling: Photography isn’t just a job for Mark—it’s a lifelong passion that started in childhood.
- Trusted Professional: Member of the Professional Photographers Association of Northern Ireland (PPANI), ensuring top-quality service and creativity.
Mark’s Approach: Capturing Your Unique Love Story
Every wedding is a one-of-a-kind story, and Mark’s style blends documentary photography with creative portraits. He focuses on authentic emotions and those unforgettable moments that make your day truly yours. His goal? To deliver a stunning collection of images that reflect your relationship’s true spirit and the joy of your celebration.
Professionalism You Can Count On
Mark’s extensive experience means he handles every situation calmly and confidently, making your photography experience smooth and enjoyable. He’s committed to exceeding your expectations and providing a final gallery of images you’ll cherish forever.
Serving Couples Near and Far
While based in County Antrim, Mark loves traveling to capture weddings wherever your celebration takes place, across the UK, Ireland, or Europe. No matter the location, he’s ready to be part of your unforgettable day.
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What is your most memorable wedding?
Being a wedding photographer for a living for the past 22 years it has given me so many incredible memories and to be involved in some awesome wedding days. I have so many great friendships with couples who were once clients.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Creative, contemporary, classical, stylish and modern
What about your business are you most proud of?
I’m most proud of the fact that couples don’t just book me for photos, they trust me with one of the biggest days of their lives. That’s huge. Weddings are emotional, fast paced, once in a lifetime moments, and I get invited right into the middle of all that madness with a camera and a front row seat. No pressure at all, eh 😄
I’m proud that my business has been built on reputation, word of mouth, and genuine connection rather than gimmicks or trends. I’ve photographed hundreds and hundreds of weddings, yet every couple still gets the same energy, care, and excitement as if it were my very first one. Showing up fully, calm when things wobble, cracking jokes when nerves kick in, and quietly capturing moments people didn’t even realise were happening.
And on a personal level, I’m proud that the business allows me to do what I love while putting family first. It’s creative, it’s people focused, it’s built on values I actually believe in, and it still excites me every single weekend.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Easy. Focus on how your day feels, not how it looks.
Don’t get me wrong, the styling matters and the details are lovely, but what you’ll remember most is the atmosphere. How relaxed you felt that morning. The laughs during the speeches. The squeeze of a hand before walking down the aisle. The way the day flowed rather than how perfectly everything matched Pinterest.
Build your timeline with breathing space. Give yourselves moments to be together. Choose suppliers you genuinely trust so you can hand things over and actually enjoy it. When couples stop trying to perform a wedding and start experiencing it, the day becomes magic.
And bonus tip from behind the camera… relaxed couples always get the best photos. Every single time 😉