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Capture Your Wedding Day with Sophie Ward: Artistic, Authentic, and Timeless
Based in the heart of West Sussex, Sophie Ward is a wedding photographer who combines the best of photojournalism and portraiture to beautifully document your special day. With over 20 years of experience working for national and regional newspapers, Sophie has a sharp eye for those candid, fleeting moments that truly tell the story of your wedding.
A Passion for Your Unique Love Story
Sophie’s approach is all about understanding your journey as a couple. She loves hearing how you met, fell in love, and the details of your wedding plans. This personal connection helps her create a visual story that feels genuine and deeply personal. Her style is often described as reportage and documentary, focusing on real emotions and natural interactions rather than posed shots.
What You Can Expect from Sophie Ward Photography
- A Storytelling Approach: Your wedding album will be more than just photos—it will be a beautifully crafted narrative capturing everything from quiet anticipation to joyful celebrations.
- Experienced Professionalism: With two decades of photography experience, Sophie brings calm, confidence, and an unobtrusive presence to your wedding day.
- A Blend of Styles: Enjoy a mix of candid, documentary-style images that capture the atmosphere, alongside elegant, timeless portraits.
- Local to the South East: Based in Horsham, Sophie covers weddings across the stunning South East landscapes, making her a perfect choice for couples in the region.
- Classic Black & White Photography: Sophie’s expertise in black and white photography adds a timeless, emotive option to your wedding collection.
Choosing Sophie Ward means trusting an expert who is dedicated to creating a collection of wedding images you will cherish forever. Let her help you tell your love story with authenticity, artistry, and heart.
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Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
A surprise wedding. Where the groom didn't know he was getting married, he thought he was there for his birthday party!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Totally editorial, unscripted!
What about your business are you most proud of?
Being able to share my images and inspire people.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Get ready early!
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Love tokens from the groom delivered by the best man to the bride, during bridal preparations. I've found it takes the emotion to another level!
Describe your typical process with a couple.
We have a few email exchange's, maybe a phone call. Hopefully meet in person, if not definitely by video chat where we can go through the finer points of your wedding plans and timings. On the day I will take care of all thing photographic and keep you on time.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
The last photo of the night, you two together, happy and blissfully in love.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
25 naked rugby players in the Honeymoon suite as a total surprise for the Bride and Groom. I'll show you the photo if you ask.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
A smiles and laughter, who cares about the weather!
Describe how you got into photography.
I was Chief Photographer on a couple of London newspapers and magazines and was always getting asked to take friends and family weddings so when I started my family, I became freelance and transitioned to wedding and commercial work. My experiences in Press photography has shaped the way my wedding photography looks. Which is totally editorial.