Liam and Alexandra
Alex and Liam’s wedding day was a refined, intimate celebration that perfectly suited a documentary and analogue photography approach. They began their morning getting ready together at home, choosing a calm, unhurried start that allowed me to work in a true documentary style—capturing natural light, real interactions, and the understated details that translate beautifully on 35mm film. The simplicity of their morning created a clean, modern aesthetic that works exceptionally well for couples wanting authentic, unposed wedding photography with a focus on texture, tone, and atmosphere.
Their ceremony took place at the historic Chadkirk Chapel near Manchester, a location that’s ideal for analogue wedding photography thanks to its soft, directional light and architectural character. The chapel’s stone walls, timber beams and surrounding greenery provided a timeless setting without the need for styling or staging. Every frame shot on film carried depth and natural grain, giving their ceremony images a classic, editorial quality that suits couples searching for luxury documentary wedding photography in Manchester.
After the ceremony, Alex and Liam travelled to Pars Karvé in Chester, a Turkish restaurant with warm lighting and rich colours that complement the aesthetic of film wedding photography. The intimate layout, ambient tones and textured interiors made it an excellent setting for capturing candid moments in a documentary style. Shooting on analogue here enhanced the atmosphere—film’s natural warmth and shadow detail added a refined, cinematic feel to their dinner and speeches. This part of the day reflects exactly why many couples choose 35mm film for a vintage and authenitc wedding storytelling.
What stands out about their wedding is the clarity and simplicity of their choices: meaningful locations, a relaxed timeline, and a focus on quality over quantity. This approach aligns perfectly with my documentary wedding photography, where the emphasis is on honest, unobtrusive coverage rather than staging or posing. Their gallery is a strong example of how analogue wedding photography in Manchester and the North West can elevate an intimate celebration, creating images with lasting character that feel like an heirloom.
