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Capturing Your Wedding Story with Heart and Expertise
Based in Chorley, Lancashire, Stefan Willoughby brings a warm, personal touch to photographing your wedding day. With a passion for photography that started in childhood using film cameras, Stefan has been a professional photographer since 2008. Today, he focuses exclusively on weddings, understanding that choosing the right photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—because these photos will be the lasting memories of your special day.
Natural, Emotional, and Unobtrusive Wedding Photography
Stefan’s style is all about capturing genuine, candid moments as they happen. He works quietly in the background, so you and your guests can enjoy the day without interruption. This approach lets him document not just the big moments, but also the small, heartfelt interactions that make your wedding unique. His goal is to create a complete collection of beautiful, natural images alongside classic portraits—without ever getting in the way of your celebration.
What You Can Expect When Working with Stefan
Every couple is different, so Stefan takes time to get to know you before your wedding. His process is designed to make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
- Pre-Wedding Meet-Up: Before the big day, you’ll have a relaxed meeting and photoshoot with Stefan. This helps you get comfortable being photographed and gives you a chance to discuss the day’s schedule and any special requests.
- Dedicated Wedding Day Coverage: On your wedding day, Stefan is fully committed to capturing every important moment—from emotional highlights to quiet details. He often becomes like part of the family, which helps him capture the true spirit of your celebration.
- Timely Delivery of Your Photos: You’ll receive a selection of preview images the very next day to share with loved ones. The complete, professionally edited collection will be delivered within six to eight weeks via an online gallery and a personalized USB drive.
A Photographer Who Truly Cares About Your Day
Stefan’s approach is built on genuine care for you, your friends, and your family. With a lifetime of photography experience, he prioritizes making everyone feel comfortable and valued throughout the day. Friendly and professional, Stefan is also happy to offer advice during your wedding planning, drawing on his extensive experience working with couples and suppliers.
Message from the team
Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
My stepsons, although I was working and a guest it was an amazing day. I find myself in tears behind the camera at most weddings but this was with added emotion.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Observational, quick, discreet, flexible and accommodating
What about your business are you most proud of?
The ability it gives me to do what I love and see people sharing my photos for years in the future. Just creating memories that last and are treasured.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Enjoy your day no matter what happens
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Every wedding has personal touches that make them unique to the happy couple.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
I like to meet up at the venue before the wedding to discuss arrangements already confirmed, anything additional the couple would like and to make sure they are relaxed with me and we can discuss timings as well as locations at the venue for photos to save time on the big day.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
Fortunately we are all different and that's why I need to get to know you a little beforehand. Be honest about what you are looking for and I'll make sure you have that photo.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Every single photo is original.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Umbrellas! I've done quite a few unfortunately where we have been limited to indoor photos all day we make it work and everyone has been happy. Don't worry if you forget I always have a few on hand.
Describe how you got into photography.
Ever since I was a child I've always had a camera, I started in film and always took photographs of everything. I wish I'd started seriously earlier in my life but I'm trying to make the most of it now.