A Relaxed Cotswolds
Wedding Photographer
Hey there – Lovely to meet you!
I’ll blend in with your guests, know when to step back, and when to gently step in.
You’ll barely notice me—but when you get the photos back, it’ll feel like I was everywhere.
I’m Naomi — a Cotswolds wedding photographer, also capturing weddings across Italy. With over 15 years’ experience as a professional photographer, I bring a calm presence, a sharp eye, and a genuine respect for the privilege of being trusted with your day.
I’m also a mum of three — including twins — so staying grounded when things get busy, emotional, or unpredictable is second nature. I thrive on a bit of chaos, and that carries into how I work on wedding days: adaptable, steady, and focused on what really matters.
I’m not into forced smiles or overly posed moments. I care about the natural ones — the subtle interactions, the in-between glances, the moments you didn’t even realise were happening. Of course I’ll capture the big moments, but your wedding day is full of quieter stories too, and I love showing you the parts you might have missed while you were wrapped up in it all.
I’ll step in when you need a bit of direction (we won’t just stand in a field hoping for the best), but I’m not about stiff poses or over-staging. My goal is simple: I want you to look back in years to come and remember how it felt to be there — surrounded by the people you love most. Because having everyone you care about in one place? That’s pretty special.
I’m happiest with
A cold Peroni & a menu.
Favourite people
Our sweet 6yr old twins, Betsy & Hendrix and their little brother Sidney. Total favourites.
Little known fact
I got a full motorbike licence when I was 21 but haven’t owned one for a while. Never say never.
Spare time kicks
Hockey. I’m really terrible but love playing
If i was an object
A Danish chair.
Favourite season
Love Autumn. Colours, temperature & earlier justifiable bed times
Bucket list destination
So many, but high on the list is Japan & Scandinavia.
Favourite TV show
Only Fools, Top Boy & People Just Do Nothing, basically anything based on a council estate in London.
The Wedding Day
what happens now?
So, your wedding is finally here!
I’ll be with you about two hours before things get going. This gives me the opportunity to take it slow, grab some essential shots and get everyone used to having me about.
You don’t have to get anything ready or do anything for me. Just do you and enjoy the buzz of your day finally being here! Depending on locations, I can come to both bridal parties and you don’t have to do any set up shots, but if you’d like a first look with parents or your bridal party, try and schedule in a little time. I’ll be there for those!
TOP TIPS
Tricky task, I know! However try and keep the room tidy. If you’d like to a dress shot – think about hangers, wrapping, bedding and tables.
Gifts and cards – You may want to wait until I am there to capture those moments when the cards or gifts are opened. I can also be your go-between!
However if you think this bit may send you over the edge, you can always do it the night before or make sure these emotional moments happen before your make up is done!
My job is to be as stealth like as possible.
I will capture the moments, the emotions, the connections and the love in a calm and natural way, so you can be absorbed in whats happening. Relax and let me take care of everything.
…and Relax, the hard bit is over.
Some couples can feel so anxious pre-wedding, so this is the time when you can breath and the nerves give way to full bodied fun (unless you’re doing a speech, then hang in there for a bit longer).
During this time, we’ll take some family shots and cover the ‘must-have’ combinations that Nan needs to keep her happy. Apart from that, I’ll give you some space to do your thing for a while. I’ll be busy capturing the excitement from everyone and the joy of your guests finally being all together.
TOP TIPS
If you have someone who loves to cajole and herd people, then give them a list of your guests and let them loose! Theres always at least one in the bridal party! Maybe one from each side of the family too.
Keep it condensed and think about what you would realistically print after your wedding. Group shots take a second to shoot, but rallying 2nd Aunt Elsie or Dad’s relatives from the free bar can really eat into your downtime. Average is between 8 & 10 and that takes around 20-30 minutes.
you won’t feel a thing!
My couples tell me this is the photo they feel is the most important but the ones that they are looking forward to the least. I understand. It can feel like more stress, but trust me, it’ll be fun (really!). It’s an opportunity to spend ten quietish minutes together as I capture you in some gorgeous light or with some beautiful architecture as your backdrop.
TOP TIPS
Be flexible and trust me! We’ll grab 15-20 minutes before you head in to breakfast and generally I’ll time it to overlap with when your guests go in, just so you’re not away from your favourites for longer than necessary. We’ll also try and set aside another little session later when everything calms. My main guidance will be the weather Gods! So if I sidle up to you mid chat, it’s normally because something wonderful is happening with light that needs us to run and grab it!
I’ll always scout out some special places to go but if there is somewhere you particularly love or part of the venue you’re drawn to, just let me know.
The Party!
The party! The final chapter to the day needs just as much attention as the first one. I don’t pack up when your first dance is done, no best moves are never performed that early… There will be an organic time to leave you all to it.
Then that’s it! Having everyone you love in one space, having married your best friend, feeling a million dollars in you finery and a little fuzzy on champagne – I really don’t need to be involved any more and just like that, I’ll have a goodbye hug, then I’m gone! The night is yours!
Are we a perfect match?
If you love my style and believe I’d be the perfect match for your big day, I’d love to hear from you.
