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Photography Style
Products and Services
Capturing Your Wedding Story with Authenticity and Artistry
Based in the heart of Bournemouth, Dorset, RGW PHOTOS specializes in modern, relaxed documentary and creative wedding photography. Known for a laid-back and unobtrusive style, the focus is on capturing the true emotions and natural moments of your wedding day. This approach lets you fully enjoy your celebration with loved ones, while every meaningful glance, smile, and detail is beautifully preserved.
A Relaxed, Personal Approach Tailored to You
Every couple’s love story is unique, and RGW PHOTOS takes the time to get to know you both. Pre-wedding consultations and engagement shoots help you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. This personal connection ensures your wedding photos reflect the genuine joy, romance, and excitement of your day—captured in a way that feels natural and authentic.
The goal is simple: for you to relax and enjoy your wedding, knowing that every fleeting moment and carefully planned detail is being thoughtfully documented.
What You Can Expect from RGW PHOTOS
Richard, the creative force behind RGW PHOTOS, works discreetly in the background with a documentary-style approach. This means he captures everything—from the big, unforgettable moments to the quiet tears of happiness and the intricate details you’ve spent months planning.
While based in Bournemouth, Richard is available for weddings across the south of England and is happy to travel further to be part of your special day.
- Relaxed, documentary-style wedding photography
- A creative and artistic perspective
- Focus on genuine emotions and candid moments
- Available for weddings across the UK and beyond
Photography Services Designed for Your Wedding
To fit your celebration’s unique needs, RGW PHOTOS offers a variety of services:
- Full and half-day coverage packages
- Professionally edited images delivered on a USB drive
- Private online galleries for easy viewing and sharing with friends and family
- Optional fine art photo books and engagement shoots to complement your wedding collection
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
My first will always be a standout to me as it really tested me, but ultimately set me on this path that I now love so much. After that there are a few.
One other really special wedding involved just the couple and four guests, it was so intimate and beautiful. After that, a recent one involving a friend of 18 years as the groom, and the venue being Spitbank Fort. Just a truly incredible day for both the venue wow-factor and all the feels of being their to capture a great friend's big day.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Modern, Relaxed, Creative, Fun, Informal
What about your business are you most proud of?
How far it has come in such a short amount of time. I start with a couple of weddings the first year, then a few more the second year, the third year I had a dozen or so and this last year I had 29!! Being published in a few magazines has also been a massive boost for me, both business wise and personally. And also being a nominee for Best Newcomer at the Dorset Wedding Supplier Awards last year was incredible.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Start early! Don't get distracted from what you want your day to be about and how it will reflect you both as a couple. It should be unique to you and full of your personalties. The best weddings are those where you can see the couple in everything that fills their day.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
The wedding at Spitbank Fort had lots of great details, but being a real Star Wars fan, when I saw the table plan was in the shape of The Millennium Falcon, I freaked out... AMAZING!!
Describe your typical process with a couple.
After the initial enquiry, I like to set up a coffee date - or consultation - so we can meet and chat in person. We'll do the deposit and contract here, then we can book the fun stuff like your pre-wedding shoot and venue visit. After the wedding, your photos will generally be ready within 2-4 weeks to view on your online gallery. My general time for completion is 6-8 weeks (time of year dependant). If I can meet you in person to hand over, that's my preferred way of doing things, otherwise, I will be in touch once everything is ready to let you know your package is on its way to you.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
A wedding day selfie with me!
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Again, I'm going to the wedding at Spitbank Fort. The couple really wanted a 'First Touch' photo. So before the bride entered the ceremony, I got the groom to stand with his back to the door, the bride with hers to the other side and then they linked hands and their faces beamed with happiness! It was pretty special to watch.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Some umbrellas, maybe a pair of wellies each and a sense of adventure and fun. I don't let the weather stop me and it shouldn't ruin your day either.
Describe how you got into photography.
I've always loved photography, but I guess it all came to life for me when my husband bought me a camera about 7 years ago. We travelled a fair amount and I really got into architectural and street photography. I was booked for my first wedding based on this and I haven't looked back.