Based in Derbyshire, Twig & Vine Photography specializes in capturing weddings with a perfect mix of documentary and editorial styles. With over 20 years of experience and more than 400 weddings photographed, lead photographer Mamad is passionate about telling your unique love story. He focuses on the real, unscripted moments—those genuine emotions and interactions that make your wedding day truly special.
If you want to spend more time enjoying your celebration and less time posing, Twig & Vine Photography is the perfect fit. Mamad’s unobtrusive documentary style means he blends seamlessly into your day, capturing the magic as it happens. This relaxed approach helps you and your guests feel comfortable, resulting in natural, heartfelt photos that reflect the true atmosphere of your wedding. Many couples have shared how this made their experience stress-free and the photos beautifully authentic.
Editorial. Natural. Timeless. Intentional. Unforced.
I've built a photography business rooted in trust, calm professionalism, and a sharp editorial eye, without chasing trends or needing to be loud to be seen.
I've consistently deliver honest, timeless work that feels like my couples. No fluff. No ego. Just quiet mastery.
Don't stress over the small things. Once the day arrives, just relax and enjoy it to the fullest.
We start with a quick call or meeting to see if we’re a good fit.
Once booked, I’ll send a contract, take a deposit, and lock in your date.
Leading up to the wedding, I’m available for questions, planning support, and timeline advice.
If you’ve booked an engagement shoot, we’ll schedule that too.
A few weeks before the wedding, we’ll have a final call to go over the schedule, group photo list, and any details you want me to know.
On the day, I arrive early, work quietly, and capture everything with minimal direction.
You can relax knowing I’ve got it covered.
After the wedding, you’ll get a preview within a week, and your full gallery in 4–6 weeks.
Albums and prints are available if you want to turn your images into something tangible.
The one photo I think every couple should have is a quiet moment alone, just the two of you, away from the crowd, captured naturally, without posing.
It’s not about a perfect backdrop or dramatic setup.
It’s about pausing, breathing, and being fully present with each other.
That’s the photo you’ll come back to, not because it looks impressive, but because it feels like the two of you in that exact moment.
Rain doesn’t ruin your photos, it adds mood, softness, and atmosphere. I bring clear umbrellas, scout covered spots, and stay flexible with the timeline so we still get beautiful, natural shots.
My dad and uncle were both photographers. I helped my dad in the darkroom at a very young age. I did o'level and A'level photography. I then went on to gain a BA (Hons) in Photography.