Based in the historic city of Chester, Yana Photography offers a relaxed and elegant approach to wedding photography. Her style combines timeless beauty with a modern editorial flair, creating heartfelt images that truly reflect the unique spirit of your celebration. If you’re looking for wedding photos that are classic yet creative—with a touch of warmth and humor—Yana’s work stands out as both expert and approachable.
With over 20 years living and working in Chester, Yana knows the city’s most stunning and iconic wedding venues inside out. She has photographed weddings at nearly every top location, including:
This local expertise means Yana can perfectly capture the unique atmosphere of your Chester wedding—whether it’s framed by the ancient Roman walls or the peaceful River Dee. While her roots are firmly in Cheshire, Yana also travels to North Wales, the North West, and beyond to tell love stories wherever they unfold.
Couples consistently praise Yana for her warm, professional approach that helps everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. Known for being efficient, funny, and like a “trusted friend,” she easily puts guests and children at ease. Her goal is simple: to make you look and feel amazing while capturing the most emotional and intimate moments of your day without stress.
classic, elegant, artistic, international, fun
things run over the day day - fact! allow for extra time between key part of your day, to have some fun and freedom to do whatever you feel like doing. it's Your special day, don't feel like you have to be constrained by self imposed time limits!
So many to choose from! one of the more memorable details was the TABLE NAMES - named after Moscow metro stations - the city where the couple got engaged. The guests had fun trying to read the names... it was a great ice-breaker!
A documentary style picture of having a HUG WITH PARENTS...and grandparents...if they are lucky to have them at the wedding. The swill become one of the most treasured pictures for forever.
Embrace it...and have some umbrellas just in case. You are going to have fun whatever the weather!!