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Capture Your Wedding Story with Timeless, Natural Photography
Based in Lancashire, Phil Smith is a wedding photographer who combines a relaxed, documentary style with a timeless editorial flair. His passion is capturing the real energy and emotion of your wedding day, telling your unique story through beautiful, natural images. With a friendly and approachable personality, Phil makes sure you feel comfortable and confident—even if you’re not used to being in front of the camera.
A Relaxed, Candid Style That Feels Natural
Phil’s photography focuses on natural light and genuine moments, creating fresh and vibrant photos that highlight the emotions and connections of your day. Inspired by his love of landscape photography, he captures candid shots that often become your most treasured memories. Whether blending quietly into the background or gently encouraging interactions, Phil helps your wedding day flow smoothly while capturing every special moment.
What You Can Expect When Working with Phil Smith Photography
Choosing Phil means partnering with a photographer who is as invested in your day as you are. His approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs, ensuring every detail is covered:
- Pre-Wedding Consultation: A relaxed chat to understand your vision and plan the photography for your big day.
- Personalised Service: Phil listens carefully to your ideas and preferences to deliver photos that exceed your expectations.
- Professional and Dedicated: Known for his tireless work ethic, Phil keeps the atmosphere light and fun, helping everyone feel at ease and smile naturally.
- High-Quality Final Images: After your wedding, Phil carefully edits your photos to create a unique collection you’ll love. You’ll get access to a private online gallery to view and share your memories with family and friends.
A Trusted Wedding Photographer with Proven Experience
Phil has been a recommended photographer at Ellingham Hall since 2016, capturing over 100 weddings at this stunning venue. Couples and families appreciate how effortlessly he becomes part of the celebration, helping everyone feel relaxed and natural. His ultimate goal is to deliver images that leave you “absolutely over the moon,” preserving your wedding day memories for a lifetime.
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Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
My first destination wedding at Danilia Village in Corfu! The venue is a photographer's paradise that has been used in The Durrells and the James Bond movie, For Your Eyes Only
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Natural, emotional, timeless, candid, organic
What about your business are you most proud of?
Delivering images that make people genuinely happy has to be a big one. Also, capturing a ceremony, reception with all the family and group shots, through to first dance with only 2 hours of daylight and in 30 degree heat.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Pick your bridesmaids and groomsmen well and relax on the day! It goes by so quickly and having the right people around you will make it run smoothly too. Good groomsmen also make our job as photographers easier too :)
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Not entirely personal, but a telephone box at one venue where guests could leave a recording on the traditional looking phone. The couple will have had a lot of messages saying "I'm just getting my photograph taken" though!
Describe your typical process with a couple.
We'll meet up and go through any ideas and aspirations for your day. If we get along, then I will get you booked in and awkwardly request a deposit. We will keep in regular contact between now and your wedding day - your ideas may develop, as will mine. Around 3 - 4 weeks prior to your wedding we'll meet again and solidify the plan so we all know what shots will be taken and when. I will always try to visit a new venue prior to shooting there because I only like pleasant surprises. So on the day I will already have an idea where our planned shots will take place.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
Every couple has different priorities. There are some shots we take at every wedding. The one I would say is a full group shot - and make sure no guest is missing. And it should happen immediately after the ceremony when everyone is happy and ready to pose.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
I wasn't asked, but I captured many shots where the dance floor turned into a dance show! That's what happens when your couple are competitive Latin dancers I suppose!
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Bring umbrellas and a fun attitude!
Describe how you got into photography.
I had 2 keen amateur parents and an uncle who used to shoot weddings. I was taught about exposure by my dad, shooting film (I still do some film work now). Entered and won a couple of young photographer competitions then just kept going. I always had a selection of cameras growing up and it;s always something we did as a family.