Based in the heart of York, Andy Gaines is an award-winning wedding photographer who travels across the UK and worldwide to capture the true story of your wedding day. With a relaxed, unobtrusive style, Andy focuses on the real, fleeting moments that make your celebration unique. Couples often say having Andy there feels like having an old friend who just happens to be amazing behind the camera.
Andy’s documentary approach means he captures your day as it naturally unfolds—no awkward posing or forced smiles. Blending seamlessly with your guests, he catches genuine emotions, laughter, and the special quirks that make your wedding one of a kind. His goal is to tell your personal story through images that are both beautiful and deeply meaningful.
With deep knowledge of York and the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, Andy knows how to find the perfect light and stunning backdrops—whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate gathering. His dedication ensures your wedding photos will be timeless keepsakes, letting you relive the joy and emotion of your special day for years to come.
My own of course!
Creative, natural, empathetic, artistic, awesome.
The fact that not only do couples love the images I create, the love how I run my business and connect with them and stay in touch. We are in it together from the start.
Think what matters to you. Styles change but people are what really matter.
Where the couple got childhood photo's of all the guests, including me as the photograoher!
I want to find out more about my couples and get to know them. Once booked, I send my surival guide with useful information. I'm always on hand for a chat/Skype and am happy to answer any questions/make recommendations throughout the planning. After the wedding, we often stay in touch!
Of the people who matter most to them.
Most of my couples don't ask for particular shots, they allow me to wait for moments to make themselves. However, one couple wanted to climb the rocks to the top of a cliff whilst I stayed below!
Nothing in particular - rain makes awesome pictures!
I was always into photography as a child. After spending my 20s in bands touring the UK and Europe, I picked up a camera again and was hooked. I love the use of framing and creative ways to use light. I'm always experimenting and improving.