If you’re planning your wedding and want photos that truly capture the heart of your day, meet Paulo Santos. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Paulo is a multi-award-winning wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience photographing weddings across the UK and Europe. His style beautifully blends documentary storytelling, classic portraiture, and artistic flair to create images that feel timeless and full of atmosphere. Notably, Paulo was named one of the world’s “30 Rising Stars of Wedding Photography” by the respected New York magazine, Rangefinder.
One of the biggest compliments Paulo receives from couples is how calm and friendly he is, helping everyone feel at ease in front of the camera. His unobtrusive style means he captures all the important moments—and those small, intimate ones—without ever interrupting the flow of your day. Many couples say they barely noticed he was there, which speaks to his skill in capturing genuine emotions naturally and effortlessly.
For Paulo, wedding photography is all about you—the unique personalities, emotions, and stories that make your celebration one of a kind. He believes the best photos come from honest emotion, thoughtful composition, and beautiful natural light. Before your wedding, Paulo takes time to understand what matters most to you, ensuring your photos reflect your story perfectly. Couples consistently praise the stunning, magical quality of his images, which become treasured keepsakes for years to come.
To make your wedding photography experience smooth and complete, Paulo offers:
I can literally remember every single wedding and couple I've worked for. Each and every event is wonderfully different in its own right.
Stylish, creative, heartfelt, atmospheric, timeless.
The consistent and amazing reviews couples leave me.
Allow a little more time than you think you need for every part of the day. If you feel rushed then you're not enjoying it to the best you can.
Very simply, my process starts with help and support from the second the decision is made to book me. This carries on through until right after the wedding day. To get a feeling for how this feels to a client please read the reviews on my website.
There isn't one. Every couple is different. These are not my photos, but my couples photos and it's not for me to push anyone to take a specific photo if they feel it's not important to them.
An umbrella and a sunny outlook on life.
Ten years ago I was a financial advisor. Lets just leave it at that.