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Capturing the Heart of Your Wedding Story
If you’re planning your wedding in North Yorkshire or beyond, meet Martin Hillary—a wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience and more than 600 weddings captured. Martin’s sole focus is weddings, bringing expert knowledge and a calm, friendly approach to ensure your special day is beautifully documented from start to finish.
A Blend of Styles for Timeless Images
Martin combines contemporary photography with a natural, unobtrusive style to create images that truly reflect your day. His approach blends editorial and candid photography, capturing genuine emotions and spontaneous moments—from a proud father’s tearful glance to the groom’s excited nerves. Alongside these heartfelt shots, Martin also crafts stunning, magazine-quality portraits during a relaxed 20-minute session, giving you a perfect mix of natural and dramatic images.
What to Expect on Your Wedding Day
Couples love working with Martin because he’s professional, friendly, and fun—helping everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. Beyond taking beautiful photos, he’s known for smoothly organising group shots and keeping guests entertained. Many clients say Martin is more than a photographer; he’s an organiser, entertainer, and calming presence who helps make your day truly magical.
Services Tailored to Your Wedding
Every wedding is unique, so Martin offers flexible services to fit your needs, including:
- Digital-only photography packages
- Beautifully crafted wedding albums
- Parent albums to share with loved ones
- The option to add a second photographer
- Professional videography services
Bespoke packages are also available, with flexible pricing options that let you spread the cost of your wedding photography comfortably.
An Award-Winning Wedding Photographer
Martin is recognised by the Royal Photographic Society and the Master Photographers Association. His dedication has earned him multiple awards, including the Master Photographers Association Northern Classical and Contemporary Wedding Photographer of the Year in 2016. As a full-time professional based just outside Selby, Martin delivers exceptional customer service and expert guidance every step of the way.
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What is your most memorable wedding?
My own - I had to say that - my wife will read this!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Contemporary, natural, wow, fun, loving
What about your business are you most proud of?
My recommendations - 80% of my business is built on this!
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan, plan and plan again. Then leave extra time in the day for yourselves! Your wedding day besides being the best day of your life will go super quickly. Cherish EVERY moment.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
A lego crazy groom who even had lego wedding rings.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
We have an initial chat. I want to hear all about your day. We then meet up around four weeks prior to your wedding, do a pre-wedding shoot (to get the nerves out of the way) and plan the days timings in a little more detail. Between the initial chat and your wedding I just ask you to get in touch if you've any questions or anything I can help you with.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
A family shot!
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Well I've shot a giant Unicorn chasing the wedding party, does that count?
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Let your photographer take the strain. Relax and enjoy it whatever the weather - we are in England don't forget!
Describe how you got into photography.
I developed and printed black and white film back at school and shared my dad's passion for the medium. He used to have a dark room!