Cornwall Wedding Photographer

Unposed, Natural, Relaxed Professional Photography

Hey! I'm Steven. I am a Cornwall Wedding Photographer. I have been professionally photographing weddings since 2004 and have captured hundreds of happy couples. Before I was a wedding photographer I was a professional music photographer working worldwide with big acts. My approach to wedding photography is simple: to create a whole story that documents your most important day in the most natural and beautiful way possible. Working on all that the pictures are captured for forever. I will always look to capture your special day naturally and organically, documenting the fun, laughter and happiness as and how it occurs. I cover set up, love, photographs of your big day directing you or your guests. I follow the narrative of the day and capture all of the magical moments.

Click here to read more about My Style

A Little Bit About Me

I love being a wedding photographer in Cornwall. I've been professionally photographing weddings since 2004 and have captured hundreds of happy couples. Before I was a wedding photographer I was a professional music photographer working worldwide with big acts. Photography has always been a huge passion of mine ever since I was a child.

I grew up in Cornwall but have enjoyed travelling the world as much as possible since my early 20s. Not only do I love photographing weddings in Cornwall, I've never been lucky enough to capture couples special days all over the UK, Europe and the rest of the world.

Click here to read more about me and my journey into the world of Cornwall Wedding photography

elopement photographer nh

famous wedding photographers

documentary style wedding photography arizona

Documentary Wedding Photography: Capturing Authentic Moments in Chicago

Documentary wedding photography is a moment-driven approach with an eye for the romantic. I find the best photos happen when people forget about the camera and focus on each other. My desire is to create a space where you can feel every little ounce of happiness as you celebrate with the ones you love. Chicago wedding photojournalist Jason Brown and other professionals emphasize capturing the affection and emotion of the day. Years from now, you'll be able to look back on big moments and little ones alike—moments you never want to forget and those you didn't even know existed.

The Photojournalistic Approach to Your Big Day

As a Chicago wedding photographer with nearly 10 years of experience, I will blend into the background, using a quiet and unobtrusive photojournalistic approach to capture every detail. I am after those in-between moments, genuine smiles, subtle tears, and romantic embraces. While my approach is mostly documentary, I’ll make sure to take all the traditional family photos, wedding party photos and any requested photos. The best moments are unexpected, and I am proud of how many of those moments I was able to photograph. I’m always looking for THAT moment, a picture that captures the genuine looks and heartfelt energy of the day.

Premier Chicago Wedding Venues

Chicago offers a little bit of everything in one place, from historic charm to modern elegance. Here are some of the most notable venues mentioned in our archives:

  • Cheney Mansion (Oak Park): One of the favorite venues in the Chicago area for intimate weddings — with its historic vintage charm, beautiful gardens, and natural light-filled spaces.
  • Thompson Chicago (Gold Coast): The perfect venue for an ideal aesthetic that is elegant and modern.
  • Morgan’s on Fulton (Fulton Market): It is in the perfect location in Fulton Market with some of the best hotels and restaurants within walking distance. If you’re on the hunt for a venue to host a wedding for less than 120 guests, highly recommend checking it out.
  • London House Chicago: A venue for a Chicago classic design, often incorporating lots of white with pops of color.
  • Trigger Chicago: A space for deeply personal wedding days where nearly every last detail is personal, handmade or heartfelt.

Venue Characteristics and Locations

To help you plan, the following table summarizes key venues and their features based on documentary photography experiences:

Venue Name Location Atmosphere / Features
Cheney Mansion Oak Park Historic vintage charm and beautiful gardens
Thompson Chicago Gold Coast Elegant and modern aesthetic
Morgan’s on Fulton Fulton Market Perfect for under 120 guests
The Hoxton West Loop Tons of natural light and rooms to relax in
Loft on Lake Lakeview area Wonderfully intimate wedding setting
Adler Planetarium Chicago Unconventional ideas and electrifying color

Diverse Traditions and Celebrations

Chicago is a hub for diverse celebrations, ranging from Indian / South Asian weddings to military-inspired ceremonies. If you're not familiar with Indian weddings, they are exceptionally fun multi-day events, steeped in tradition and full of color. Everything from the mehndi to the sangeet to the wedding itself can be absolutely stunning, opulent and extravagant. Other couples choose a more modern path, such as a military inspired ceremony at London House Chicago led by family members who served in the Navy, featuring a cake cutting moment with a marine sword. Whether it is an intimate brunch wedding or an epic dance party, these moments are real, unscripted, and unforgettable.

Expertise in Fine Art and Candid Photography

I create modern and beautiful wedding photography by combining my background in wedding photojournalism with a love for fine art. Sarah Nader's photojournalistic eye is one of a kind, and she is known for finding wonderful candid shots of the couple and their guests throughout the wedding weekend. We'll get posed photos, sure, but the best images always happen in the in-between moments when everyone forgets I'm watching. Sarah also serves as a calming and reassuring presence through some tense moments in the day, helping you feel relaxed while allowing lovely, natural moments to unfold organically.

Engagement and Couple Photographer Cornwall

As well as being a wedding photographer in Cornwall I am also a professional couple and engagement photoshoots. I love photographing love! In which I do love having photographed couples for the last 15 years in Cornwall and the rest of the world.

Whether you are a new couple or have been married for 50+ years, a professional couple is a wonderful gift. I have photographed couples of many stages of their relationship.

I always make sure the photoshoots are relaxed, unposed, and fun. Not many people enjoy having their photos taken, including me, which is why I make sure that you are both relaxed and happy during the shoot.

Engagement photoshoots are a great way to get used to the camera before your wedding and are offered as part of my wedding photography.

Click here to read more about professional engagement and couple photoshoots in Cornwall