Micro wedding Photographer Guildford

Nov 17, 2024

Micro wedding Photographer Guildford

Hiring a Photographer for a Micro Wedding in Surrey

Congratulations if you’ve recently got engaged! Planning a micro wedding in beautiful towns like Godalming or Guildford in Surrey can be a very exciting time. Choosing the right photographer to capture these moments is essential. Here’s why hiring a professional photographer for your small wedding is worthwhile, and what to consider when searching in Surrey.

First, micro weddings allow for a more personal and relaxed approach to the day. However, this doesn’t mean skimping on quality when it comes to photography. With a guest list of under 50 people, each photo counts, as the photographer can focus more on genuine interactions, details, and emotions.

When choosing a photographer, look for someone with experience in intimate weddings. A professional familiar with micro weddings will know how to blend into the background, allowing you and your guests to enjoy the day without feeling like you’re constantly being directed. Surrey-based photographers often have a great knowledge of the area, knowing the best local spots to enhance your photos. Don’t hesitate to ask for a portfolio or examples of other small weddings they’ve shot. THere are some examples of others I have taken on my WEDDING INFO PAGE.

Finally, consider the package. Many photographers now offer custom packages for micro weddings, which can be more affordable than traditional wedding packages. By hiring a photographer who understands the subtleties of smaller events, you’ll get images that beautifully reflect the spirit of your special day.

R&L’s special day

You may well recognise the venues for this fabulous micro wedding at Guildford Resgister Office and then the Harbour Hotel. The beautiful couple wanted me to capture the service then the drinks part of the after party. What a wonderful afternoon of celebrations. I hope you have a wonderful future together.

If you would like to chat further please do GET IN TOUCH.

Micro wedding Photographer Guildford // Nicola Light Photography

wedding photographer Godalming

Jun 17, 2024

Are you looking for a wedding photographer Godalming?

I have had the privilege of being the wedding photographer Godalming for lots of happy couples. I am asked to photograph lots of beautiful weddings in Godalming, Guildford, Woking and other towns around Surrey, and beyond.

What a beautiful day I had with this gorgeous couple. They were surrounded by their friends and family witnessing them committing their love for each other.

I took some pictures of the guests arriving, of the ceremony itself, and some group pictures afterwards. Their little girl was so cute!

They were going on to have lunch at a local hotel, but they didn’t want any further photographs. I tend to appeal to couples who are looking for a photographer for 2 to 4 hours only.

Each session is designed around your needs. So you can choose what’s important for me to capture.

I had a really lovely 5 star google review after their viewing. “We had a wonderful experience with Nicola who recently photographed our wedding. She did an excellent job capturing the small intimate moments as well as the more formal group shots. We loved looking through all the photos and choosing our favourites to frame and keep. We will treasure them for many years! Thank you so much Nicola!”

Thank you so much for your kind review. It really was my pleasure. I really enjoyed my time with you. It was an absolute honour to capture your special day. Wishing you a wonderful future together.

Further information for you

If you would like to read more about weddings PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK. There are lots of examples of previous weddings. Please note that I specialise in smaller weddings. Up to approximately 50ish guests.

Please GET IN CONTACT to chat further. I look forward to hearing from you. I am always happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Wedding photographer Godalming // Surrey wedding photographer

Artington House wedding photographer guildford

Mar 27, 2024

Are you looking for an Artington House wedding photographer guildford Surrey?

You are in the right place so let me tell you a little more about recording your special day. I have had the privilege of photographing lots of happy couples there. Artington House in Guildford provides a picturesque backdrop for couples seeking a timeless and elegant setting for their civil wedding day. Nestled just outside Guildford in Surrey, this historic house offers a blend of charm and sophistication.

I have witnessed many memorable wedding there capturing the precious moments, emotions, and details through photography.

ln the summer I really enjoyed this session. I photographed the happy couple’s ceremony at Artington House and then afterwards we travelled to Barnett Hill Hotel to capture all their family and friends celebrating this perfect match.

The couple were very relaxed so it was very easy to photograph them! The Barnett Hill hotel in Wonersh has a beautiful garden, so it’s easy to find some gorgeous backdrops. We enjoyed a walk around the gardens, with a couple of glasses of champagne, of course!

If you’re looking for a small wedding photographer then you may wish to view further examples of weddings which you can find on this other page.

Please note I specialise in small weddings only which is approximately 50 guests. Couples generally hire me for 2 to 4 hours. This might include some preparation pictures of getting ready, the service itself, and drinks after or whatever format you’re having following your ceremony.

Get in touch

Evert session is unique so it’s best to chat first. Please do get in touch to discuss your needs. Please note that my sessions get booked up quite far ahead especially Saturdays. So try to give me as much notice as possible please! I look forward to hearing from you.

Artington House wedding photographer Guildford // Photographer Barnett Hill Hotel

Wedding Photographer Barnett Hill

Dec 16, 2023

Congratulations if you are recently engaged and are looking at a wedding at Barnett Hill Hotel – what a great choice! I have been a wedding photographer Barnett Hill for many years and had the privilege to photograph lots of happy couples there!

Barnett Hill Hotel is a sought-after wedding venue, offering both indoor and outdoor spaces for ceremonies and receptions. The hotel’s beautiful gardens and terrace provide a stunning backdrop for wedding photographs, while the elegant function rooms can accommodate gatherings of various sizes.

This session of the fabulous Paul and Polly is a lovely example of a wedding I have photographed at Barnett Hill Hotel. They wanted some preparation pictures before the service at their home. It was so lovely being at their home where the excitement was mounting and the girls were getting ready. Then before we knew it, were were heading off to the hotel to meet the rest of the family. The service was so beautiful and intimate. All eyes were on the couple and there were lots of smiles and some tears too! After the service we took time to get some stunning pictures of the bride and groom and other combinations that were important to them. Then I left before their meal and other guests arrived. What a fabulous day!

If you are looking for a photographer for your special day here are a few things to consider. It’s essential to choose a photographer whose style resonates with you and who you feel comfortable working with, as they will be capturing one of the most important days of your life. Check out their reviews from independent services like google. Compare prices so you know up front what your investment is likely to be.

If you would like to see other examples of weddings please SEE THIS PAGE or CONTACT ME to chat further. I look forward to hearing from you.

Wedding Photographer Barnett Hill // Nicola Light Photography

Affordable Wedding Photographer Surrey

May 16, 2022

Are you looking for an affordable wedding photographer Surrey? Wedding photography can get extremely expensive. Especially if you’re wanting a photographer for the whole day. I specialise in capturing smaller weddings. I mostly do weddings that are up to about 50 guests. My couples tend to want me for 2 to 4 hours. With session fees from £175 it’s a more affordable way to capture your special day.

I have photographed happy couples all over Surrey and beyond. If you would like to see more examples to see my information page.

This beautiful wedding had been postponed several times due to Covid! Thankfully we were full steam ahead on this day. Which was lucky as their baby was due a month later! Their wedding took place in Holy Trinity Church in the heart of historic Guilford. If you are ever shopping on the High Street, do pop in because it is absolutely beautiful! The team are so welcoming. I am sure you would enjoy a service or a look around.

During the ceremony I really enjoyed discreetly taking pictures. I popped up to the gallery to take a few too, it’s nice to use different angles. Afterwards we took some group shots in front of the church and in front of the iconic Guildhall clock. Didn’t the bride look absolutely stunning!

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The couple were absolutely thrilled with the pictures. And I had a lovely email after from them after they received their wedding album. ‘The book just arrived and we LOVE IT! Thank you!’

My absolute pleasure. It’s always an honour to be chosen to record somebody’s special day. It’s quite daunting to be given that responsibility, so I’m glad you are so delighted!

If you are looking for an affordable wedding photographer please do get in touch.

Nicola Light Photography // Affordable Wedding Photographer Surrey

Barnett Hill Hotel Wedding Photographer

Mar 2, 2022

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Are you looking for a Barnett Hill Hotel Wedding Photographer? I have been lucky enough to photograph quite a few weddings at Barnett Hill Hotel. This latest one, last the summer was a very special occasion. Two gorgeous families were being blended together, united by their parents love.

I started recording the day from the bride’s room which was filled with her immediate side of the family. Nerves and excitement were in full force!I then headed downstairs to the groom who was checking out the service preparations. I also started capturing the first few excited guests arriving.

The venue is stunning. A perfect location to celebrate a special day. With beautiful rooms inside and gorgeous gardens, it really does have everything.

The service was lovely, beautiful readings and tears all round! I then stayed on for an hour or so to capture their outdoor drinks reception. The canapés looked delicious, (I may have even sampled one at the end)!

The family wanted some more traditional shots of the bride and groom and also their new blended family. We took these in various different places around a beautiful gardens. But we took these relatively quickly so that the bride and groom could get back to their guests.

If you’re getting married, you may wish to look at my wedding information page. I photograph weddings all over Surrey and surrounding counties. However please note I only do small weddings, approximately 50 guests or less. I tend to be with the bride and groom for 2 to 4 hours. So if you’re looking for a more low-key photographer (rather than all day) for your intimate wedding I’d love to chat further, get in touch.

I look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime good luck with all your wedding preparation!

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small wedding photographer Surrey

Feb 12, 2021

All pictures taken by Nicola Light photography //small wedding photographer Surrey

I had a great time being the small wedding photographer Surrey for this gorgeous couple at the Four Seasons.

I originally met the family at a Christmas fair in December 2019 where they bought a voucher for 2020. This was taken up in July last year and then followed soon after by their wedding in September. They literally just managed to get the allowance for a larger group of 30 before restrictions were increased again!

The couple wanted pictures just during the ceremony, the drinks outside and finishing just after they sat down for the meal. I got there in plenty of time to look around and decide where best to stand to take the shots, including what was allowed under the covid restrictions. I had a lovely time capturing some informal shots, and also formal groups they had requested.

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I had a lovely email from the couple following their big day. “Thank you for recording our special day in pictures. Myself and Karen can not wait to view the pictures. Thanks again it was an amazing day and weekend.”

It was my pleasure! The whole day was very special and I’m sure you will treasure the memories from this day for many years to come. Congratulations, wishing you a wonderful life together.

If you’re looking for a small wedding photographer Surrey or other surrounding counties do get in touch. I am happy to provide examples of other small weddings so that you can be sure of my style. There are a few on my site here.

Weddings start at an affordable £150 for two hours. You can pick and choose what you want to purchase afterwards in terms of frames, canvases, and digital files. (Minimum spend of £525 at the viewing).

I look forward to hearing from you.

Barnett Hill Wedding Photographer

Nov 11, 2020

Barnett Hill Wedding Photographer

It was such a treat to be the Barnett Hill Wedding Photographer for this fabulous couple from Surrey.

Having previously photographed a wedding at Barnett Hill, I knew the location well. It’s such a beautiful venue and I can see why it is so popular with couples. This particular couple, with their three gorgeous boys chose the hotel to prepare for their service and also for an intimate reception after.

They had asked for pictures before the ceremony which was being held at Guildford Registry Office. Then had requested me to photograph the service. This was particularly important because so many of their friends and family were unable to share the day with them due to Covid restrictions.

We had great fun with the boys exploring the gardens, which were looking spectacular in the autumnal colours. We certainly were spoilt for choice in places to take the pictures. This included inside the beautiful hotel. The architecture is sensational with so many stunning original features.

The bride was looking breathtaking in her beautiful white dress, so it was very easy to take pictures of the gorgeous couple.

It’s lovely to record the details too, such as capturing the bouquet, cake and car. It all adds up to memories of their special day.

Next Steps

If you’re planning a small wedding in Surrey or neighbouring counties I would love to hear from you. Maybe you’re looking for a Barnett Hill wedding photographer if this is your chosen location. I have other examples of weddings in Surrey and Hampshire I have recorded. Please note I don’t do large weddings (50+ guests)!

I look forward to hearing from you.

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Here is a lovely testimonial from the couple after:

“We are absolutely delighted with the pictures Nicola took of our small wedding. Her customer service from start to finish was outstanding. She really listened to what we were looking for and came up with some great ideas. Nicola was lovely to have around and fantastic with our young children. She captured some really fun and natural shots. We couldn’t be happier with the final result and would not hesitate to recommend Nicola.”

Thank you so much, it really was my pleasure! Many congratulations!

Engagement Photographer Surrey

Jan 10, 2020

Are you looking for an engagement photographer Surrey? Perhaps you’ve had an exciting proposal over the New Year! You may be looking to capture this special time celebrating together.

Although I am best known as a family and headshot photographer, I also do commercial, engagement and (small) wedding photography. It was such a treat for me to do this Surrey engagement photoshoot last autumn to celebrate the promise between this beautiful couple. The voucher was bought by the lady’s parents last Christmas. It was such a treat to plan with them such an intimate session capturing their love for one another. We took the pictures in a local Surrey gardens which were still looking beautiful with abundant summer blooms. It was fun to have a clothes change towards the end to mix up the feeling of the pictures. Some of the headshot’s will be used by the couple for their professional work as opera singers.

I had a very kind review from the lady’s father after their viewing

“When Nicola initially showed me her family portraits, I was very impressed by the quality of the images and so arranged for her to photograph my daughter and her fiancé for an engagement photoshoot in Surrey. The results of the shoot were wonderful – Nicola produced in excess of 100 images for us to view at her studio, and we ordered two beautiful framed prints for the wall and a set of digital photos to keep, which will be a treasured record for years to come.”

Thank you for your kind words. It has made my week reading that!

If you are looking for engagement photographer Surrey then please do look at my information pages, past blog sessions or contact me to discuss your bespoke session needs. I would love to be part of your celebrations.

All images captured by Nicola Light Photography //

Engagement Photographer Surrey

Engagement Photoshoot Guildford

Jul 11, 2019

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If you’re looking for an engagement photoshoot in Guildford you might find it useful to see this fabulous example of a gorgeous photoshoot for this newly engaged couple. Love was certainly in the air as we took a romantic stroll through the gardens of Guildford Castle followed by a walk along the River Wey. They are getting married next year so are in the initial planning stages, but with the venue already booked they are well on their way to having the happiest day of their lives. This engagement photoshoot will provide them with a great selection of pictures for their ‘save the date’ cards and also their wedding website.

I know the castle and river area well as I have undertaken quite a few photoshoots at these sites and also live close by so have enjoyed time here with my family. I particularly love the river as we love cycling along the tow path on a sunday morning. It’s pretty quiet apart from the occasional jogger, fellow cyclists and walkers. There is always something to watch on the river from passing ducks and swimmers, to paddle boarders and boats. We hired a canal boat last summer with another family from Farncombe Boat House and sailed it all the way through to the other side of Guildford carefully navigating the locks along our journey. It’s a great day out for children and adults!

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After the couple’s viewing session they said, “Thank you very much for yesterday evening. We honestly loved the pictures so much. We cant wait to get them and show the rest of the family. Thanks for this great experience.”

Also this lovely 5* review “Nicola took our engagement photos and we couldn’t have been happier! My fiance hates having his photo taken but Nicola made us feel comfortable and really listened to our preferences and my fiance ended up loving them all! The pictures are stunning and we love showing them off to friends and family. Thanks again Nicola!”

Next Steps

My pleasure, I really enjoyed our time together. If you are looking for a photographer for an engagement photoshoot Guildford or other towns around Surrey or beyond, do get in touch. Please note, I only do small wedding photography! I look forward to hearing from you.

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Engagement Photoshoot Guildford // Family Photographer Surrey