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Authentic, Emotional Storytelling for Your Wedding Day
Based in the heart of Sussex, Michael Stanton is a documentary wedding photographer who specializes in capturing the true story of your wedding day. With a background as a writer and journalist, Michael brings a unique storytelling eye to his work, focusing on real, unposed moments that reflect the genuine emotions and atmosphere of your celebration. He blends seamlessly with your guests, photographing the joy, beauty, and emotion of your day without interrupting the flow.
A Relaxed and Candid Approach to Wedding Photography
If you’re a couple who prefers natural, candid photos over staged poses, Michael’s style is an ideal fit. He focuses on relaxed, unobtrusive photography so you can fully enjoy your day without feeling like you’re constantly in front of the camera. While his main focus is documentary coverage, he also offers a limited number of informal group shots and couple portraits to ensure you have a well-rounded collection of memories.
What to Expect with Michael Stanton Photography
Michael is committed to providing a smooth, comprehensive experience from start to finish. His full-day wedding package typically includes:
- A pre-wedding consultation to discuss your vision and plans.
- Full-day coverage of approximately 8-9 hours, from preparations through to after the first dance.
- At least 400 individually processed, high-resolution images ready for printing.
- An easy-to-use online gallery where you can view, share, and download your photos.
- A highlights slideshow set to music, perfect for sharing with family and friends.
- No extra travel fees for weddings within the South East of England.
Couples consistently praise Michael for his ability to capture the atmosphere of their day with warmth and authenticity. His discreet presence means your photos tell the story of your wedding naturally, filled with fun, laughter, and genuine moments.
Message from the team
Experience
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Documentary, beautiful, humorous, emotive, well-composed.
What about your business are you most proud of?
The style of pictures I take – un-posed, un-cheesy, natural, fun and beautifully composed.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
When choosing a photographer ask yourself: Is there a range of emotions in the images – eg love, beauty, joy, pride, excitement and humour? Do the pictures make me smile? Are they natural? Are they well-composed? Do they tell a story? Are they different from most wedding images you see?
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Couples contact me and we arrange to have an initial chat on FaceTime or Skype (or similar) to say hi and ask a few questions etc. It's the best way of finding out if I'm the best photographer for a couple.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
There's no such thing as a No.1 photo every couple should take. Each couple is different and every image should tell a story of a wedding day.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
I don't stage photos apart from groups and couples pictures, and even then they look natural and unstaged.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Forget about the rain. It's your wedding day and nothing else matters! :-)
Describe how you got into photography.
I was the editor of a photography magazine and got to meet hundreds of world famous image-makers. This inspired me to start my own photography business.