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Capturing Your Wedding Day, Your Way
Based in South Ockendon, Richard Patterson Photography specializes in a natural, candid approach to wedding photography. The focus is on telling the unique story of your celebration through authentic, timeless images. Whether your wedding is in Essex, London, Kent, or anywhere else in the U.K., Richard is ready to capture your day beautifully.
A Relaxed, Unobtrusive Style That Puts You at Ease
Richard’s documentary style means he captures genuine moments and emotions as they happen—without interrupting your flow. His calm, unobtrusive presence helps you and your guests feel comfortable, resulting in photos that truly reflect the joy and connection of your wedding day. You can focus on celebrating with your loved ones, knowing every important detail is being thoughtfully recorded.
What You Can Expect from Richard Patterson Photography
- Personalized Service: Every wedding is one of a kind. Richard offers a bespoke experience tailored to your vision and needs, starting with a complimentary consultation to understand your plans.
- Thorough Preparation: To capture the best shots and keep your day running smoothly, Richard visits your venues ahead of time. This careful planning lets you relax and enjoy more moments with your guests.
- All-Day Coverage: From bridal preparations through to the evening celebrations, Richard documents your entire day to create a complete and meaningful story.
- Lasting Quality: You’ll have the option to choose from bespoke, handmade albums and products crafted in Italy—designed to preserve your memories beautifully for a lifetime.
A Commitment to Your Memories That Lasts a Lifetime
Richard Patterson Photography is dedicated to creating a “Lifetime Legacy.” Beyond your wedding day, this means safeguarding your images securely so they can be treasured by future generations. Your investment in professional photography becomes a lasting family heirloom, preserving your most important moments for years to come.
Experience
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
unobtrusive, candid, natural, colourful
What about your business are you most proud of?
What I have made it into what it is today. It's all about you and what you would like on your big day. So p[lease tell me what your looking for from your wedding photographer and I will aim to please. If you love my photographs please get in touch to discuss your special day in more detail.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Once you book with me you will receive a free wedding planning list that will help you no end to plan and organise you wedding day you know you want it to be.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Free consultation, contract, wedding planning list, go through your planned day again with 2-4 weeks before the wedding and give as much helpful info I can so your day goes by as smoothly as possible in every way.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Floating down the river on a rowing boat.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
I have brollies at hand so you can still get epic shots even in the rain.
Describe how you got into photography.
I have always loved photography, but i got into wedding photography because i had seen so many couples not happy with there photographer. ( not getting one half of the family)
all the photos where everyone looked like they had been tangoed. very bad quality photographs, not receiving there photos at all and having to wait over a year for the pictures. are some nightmare stories I have seen.