If you’re planning a wedding that’s truly your own, Rachel Movitz is the photographer to capture it. Based in Oxford, Rachel combines expert skill with a genuine passion for telling your unique love story through her lens. She holds a Master’s degree from New York’s renowned School of Visual Arts and was awarded a Fulbright Travel Grant in Photography—credentials that bring a refined artistic eye to every wedding she photographs. Her journey began at a friend’s wedding in India, igniting a love for documenting authentic celebrations around the world.
Rachel’s approach is all about storytelling and being present in the moment. She thrives on capturing the joy, love, and little surprises that make your wedding day uniquely yours. Whether your celebration is traditional or delightfully offbeat, Rachel creates a relaxed environment where your day unfolds naturally. The result? Beautiful, heartfelt images that don’t just show your wedding—they bring back the emotions and memories you’ll cherish forever.
More than just a photographer, Rachel becomes a trusted friend who’s excited to learn your story and share in your adventure. She’s especially great for couples planning a fun, personal, and diverse celebration. Here’s what you can expect when you work with Rachel:
The first wedding I ever photographed - it was my friends in Varanasi, India.
Candid, unobtrusive, modern, documentary-style, artistic
I am proud that my clients are always very happy with my images
Relax, do it together and have fun
Every wedding dress looks unique and gorgeous on the bride
I like to meet and get to know my couples before the wedding, and I also offer a pre-wedding to shoot to help with any nerves, and I love to stay in touch afterwards.
Relaxed candid photos throughout the day. There is no secret formula, I treat each couple as individuals.
All my photographs are originals. I don't simply go through a list
White 'weddingtons' and white umbrellas!
When I was first captivated by the magic of photography over 20 years ago, the draw was so strong that I decided to trade in my stable career and business major for a basic photography course, bought a camera, and left to travel the world! It really was that instantaneous – I held a camera and was hooked.
So off I went on a journey of self and photographic discovery. I documented every step of my journey on film, returning to the US every once in a while to lock myself in a darkroom and process my reels of film. I was mesmerised by the images coming to life before my eyes, and it felt like some kind of wizardry to be able to commit those memories to print, permanently.
That was 20 years ago, and I've been taking photographs ever since!