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On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: December 2025

✨ Hitched Wedding Awards 2025 Winner ✨

Premium Documentary Wedding Photographer | London & Destination
Award-Winning Storytelling with 19 Years Experience

I'm Ariel — a documentary wedding photographer with 19 years of experience capturing authentic moments.

My background photographing artists like Robbie Williams and major events like Eurovision taught me to anticipate once-in-a-lifetime moments. That same skill now serves couples who want their wedding story told with artistry and truth.

Now I focus on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure every couple receives the creative attention their story deserves.

THE EXPERIENCE
✔️ 19 Years Professional Experience
✔️ Documentary Storytelling Specialist
✔️ Former Music Photographer (Robbie Williams, Eurovision)
✔️ Limited Weddings Per Year for Maximum Focus
✔️ Full Gallery Delivery in 4 Weeks
✔️ Hitched Wedding Awards 2025 Winner

COLLECTIONS

FIRST LIGHT → LAST DANCE
The complete wedding story from morning preparations to final dance. Includes second photographer and luxury keepsake box.

THE WHOLE DAY
The perfect balance of coverage and storytelling. Most popular choice for full-day celebrations.

THE HEART OF IT
For intimate celebrations and shorter timelines. Six hours of focused storytelling.

JUST THE VOWS
Perfect for civil ceremonies and elopements. All the emotion in a shorter timeframe.

*All collections include high-resolution digital images, online gallery, and personal consultation*
*Detailed investment guide available upon request*

ENHANCEMENTS
• Second Photographer
• 48-Hour Sneak Peek
• Fine-Art Albums & Prints
• Extra Coverage Hours
• Destination Weddings

INTENTIONAL STORYTELLING
I photograph only 20-24 weddings per year to ensure each couple receives my full creative energy and attention.

If you value authentic, unposed moments and want your wedding story told with artistry and depth, I'd be honoured to capture it.

📧 arielweddingphotography@gmail.com
🌐 www.amweddingphotography.com
📱 +44 7763 483737

✨ Now booking 2026 & 2027 weddings — limited dates remain

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Photocall
Other

What does the wedding package include?

Depends on the package - from 100 to 600 photos - All photos professionally edited - Online gallery to show your family and friends - more information available here: www.amweddingphotography.com

How far in advance should I contact you?

It depends on the size of the wedding, location etc. I am quite flexible. From 2 weeks to a few months

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, mainly UK, Europe but I would happily travel further

What is the charge for travelling?

No travel fees within London or nearby areas. For further locations, any costs (e.g. train, petrol, or accommodation) are discussed in advance — clear, simple, and with no surprises

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Other (Unposed, authentic, and storytelling-focused. I specialise in documentary-style wedding photography — capturing real moments as they unfold, without awkward posing or forced smiles)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I blend documentary storytelling with creative use of light, reflections, and composition — capturing real moments naturally, while always looking for unique angles and artistic touches

What kind of equipment do you use?

I shoot exclusively with Fujifilm cameras and prime lenses — for their beautiful colours, timeless tones, and filmic feel. Lightweight, quiet, and perfect for blending in on your big day

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, yes — all couples receive a private, password-protected online gallery where you can view, download, and share your photos easily with friends and family. It’s simple, beautiful, and mobile-friendly

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

£150 per hour

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer

How do you work?

I work in a relaxed, unobtrusive way — blending in with your guests to capture real moments as they naturally unfold. No awkward posing, just honest storytelling with warmth, emotion, and a creative e

Served in

East London and South West London

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Reviews for AM Wedding Photography

Vinh
Vinh Sent on 19/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A true hero

We honestly can’t say enough good things about Ariel, who photographed our wedding. From the very first pre-wedding shoot, he put us completely at ease. Neither of us are naturals in front of the camera, but he had such a relaxed approach to posing and capturing moments that it felt genuinely effortless—and more importantly, fun.

What we really appreciated was how natural everything felt. Ariel has a knack for spotting those candid moments that truly reflect how the day unfolded, without anything feeling staged or overthought. His communication throughout was spot on, always quick to reply and genuinely invested. Before the wedding, my wife even found herself asking his opinion when she was torn between a few dresses!

The morning of the wedding didn’t run to schedule but Ariel was calm, flexible, and unflappable. He adapted to switch up locations to maximise his coverage, and later on even helped convince our officiant to let us pull off a ‘shots of tequila after tying the knot’ moment we’d planned. A true legend!

His personality was a big part of the experience.. Guests were bantering with him like he was part of the guest list —some even posed for selfies with him! He blended professionalism with good spirits and we couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out.

We’d wholeheartedly recommend Ariel to anyone looking for a relaxed, genuine, and brilliantly talented photographer. He’s an absolute gem.
S
Sophie Sent on 28/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely brilliant

Ariel was our wedding photographer in August 2025 at Islington Town Hall, and we truly couldn’t have asked for anyone better. From the moment we met him, he made everything feel effortless. His familiarity with the venue meant he guided us smoothly, knowing exactly where nice shots could be taken, which took so much pressure off us.

He was calm, reassuring, and an absolute dream to work with, exactly the kind of presence you want on such an emotional day. What could have been stressful became relaxed, enjoyable, and wonderfully memorable thanks to his professionalism and warmth.

And the photos? Absolutely gorgeous and natural. He captured every moment beautifully and exceeded all our expectations.

We highly, highly recommend Ariel to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and genuinely wonderful photographer.
H
Hannah Sent on 26/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding photos

Ariel was absolutely brilliant from start to finish, he made me feel at ease as I was so nervous. The photos are stunning and he made our special day even more memorable, he helped with our budget as well and we are forever grateful to you for capturing our special day. Thankyou so much ❤️
Łucja
Łucja Sent on 29/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you so much!

Ariel was great- so happy with our choice! Pleasure to work with, professional and photos look beautiful!
Sulan
Sulan Sent on 28/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Captured our story beautifully

It was such a gift to be able to relive our day through Ariel’s lens. His photos told a story and were filled with so many intimate/unscripted moments as well as the big important ones! His relaxed and friendly manner put us and our guests at ease- at other times we barely knew he was there! He really captured the essence of our wedding and we absolutely love our photos. Ariel was reasonably priced, flexible and responsive and would highly recommend.
A
Aimee Sent on 25/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Was more than our Photographer

Ariel was more than “just” our photographer. He became a part of the wedding party pretty quickly from the moment we met!
My now husband (Chris) wasn’t very comfortable with the idea of being photographed constantly on our wedding day, so we went for documentary style where there is less posing and more snapping candid shots.
The engagement shoot instantly put Chris at ease as Ariel made us laugh, and just let us be our silly selves while taking some beautiful shots of both of us and our son.
The wedding day was no different, Ariel arrived and blended in with everyone taking some of the loveliest pictures I could have wished for.
He was there in moments where I didn’t even notice capturing some intimate moments with family and friends. He was dancing with us on the dance floor, laughing at our jokes, and really getting involved which we LOVED!!
I know photographers are everywhere, but I really can’t recommend Ariel enough.
From start to finish, he was everything I ever wanted and my pictures reflect how amazing he is.
Thank you so much Ariel. From the bottom of my heart.
The Fox Family ❤️
L
Lisa Sent on 26/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

We booked Ariel for our wedding day and couldn't be happier with our decision!

We met for the first time on the day of the wedding and he was so friendly and relaxed, and made us feel at ease straight away. Having shot at our venue before, he knew what worked and was great in guiding us and suggesting what would look best. He was very professional in the lead up and on the day. He captured all the important moments beautifully, but also got all the candid moments of our friends and family enjoying themselves throughout the day. Ariel was somehow everywhere and blended in so well with our guests - many actually thought he was our friend and didn't realise he was the professional photographer!

Turnaround for the photo gallery was super efficient and Ariel captured the joy of the day so well. We are so pleased with the photos and will be looking back at them for years to come with such fond memories. A huge thank you to Ariel for helping us capture the most wonderful day - we cannot recommend him enough!
Sam
Sam Sent on 19/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible photographer & person

We cannot recommend Ariel enough!
We were so worried about picking the right person to capture our day with natural pictures and to also to blend in. When reading through reviews, you read that someone was ‘like a guest’ they ‘fit in’ and you think yeah ok sure BUT Ariel did - he is so so lovely!
Everyone commented on how nice he was, how he blended in and he DID become one of the guests. We all really love him. He was such a brilliant addition to our special day and very importantly he really delivered the BEST pictures, capturing our beautiful day and making it come to life again when we looked through the stunning gallery. We can’t thank him enough and we feel so lucky to have found him! THANK YOU! I hope whoever reads this will be lucky enough to book him for their special day
B
Bethan Sent on 16/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Captured the Magic of Our Day - Highly recommend

We got married at Abney Chapel in Hackney on the hottest day of the year, and Ariel captured every moment with such calm, creativity, and care. Despite the heat, he moved through the day with ease and professionalism, always in the right place at the right time, but never intrusive.

What we loved most was how he managed to document not just the big moments, but also the quiet, intimate ones — the glances, laughter, and small details that really told the story of our day. We can’t wait to get the photos back and review them!

Ariel is a lovely person to have around on your wedding day — grounded, kind, and totally in tune with the vibe of Hackney. We couldn’t be happier with his services & can’t recommend him highly enough.

Thank you, Ariel!
L
Lucinda Sent on 15/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect photos of our wedding day

We’re really delighted with our photos from Ariel, they capture the warmth and feeling of the day so beautifully.

We really appreciate the care and attention he put into the collection. So many of our guests commented on how lovely he was to have around, and we’re really grateful for how smoothly everything went.

Thanks again for being such a fantastic photographer and for giving us such a meaningful way to relive the day.
Modiegi
Modiegi Sent on 31/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Service

Ariel was absolutely amazing in all aspects. He was punctual (early in fact), easy to communicate with, professional and accommodating from booking to the day of event.
Gave easy to follow instructions which turned out to be the best advice - we have fantastic photographs. The turnaround time for our photo album was exceptionally fast.
I cannot imagine having used anyone else!! Highly recommended service.
Ruaa
Ruaa Sent on 15/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful photographer

We booked Ariel very last minute, and I still can’t believe how lucky we were that he was available! From the moment he arrived on our wedding day, he was completely professional and friendly – it felt like he just got us, even though we hadn’t met before.

Ariel captured every moment so beautifully – the emotions, the joy, the little in-between glances that made the day so special. The photos were delivered earlier than agreed & they were amazing!
If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who can deliver magic even under pressure, Ariel is the one. We’re beyond grateful and couldn’t have asked for anyone better.
Celine
Celine Sent on 12/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Just Amazing!

We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Ariel for our wedding! From the moment he arrived, his warm and friendly vibe made such an impression—so much so that a few guests actually thought we’d known him for years. That’s just the kind of energy he brings: relaxed, positive, and totally in tune with the moment.

Ariel was incredibly professional and discreet, capturing so many amazing photos without ever feeling intrusive. Among them are some truly cinematic shots that took our breath away—they perfectly captured the emotion, the atmosphere, and all those fleeting moments we never want to forget.

As big foodies, we were thrilled that he also took the time to beautifully capture the reception food. Those details mattered to us, and he absolutely delivered.

We can't recommend Ariel highly enough. If you're looking for someone who brings great energy, makes everyone feel comfortable, and delivers stunning, heartfelt images—you’ve found him!

H
Hannah Sent on 03/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Candid at it’s finest!

Ariel is an absolute star!

If I had the chance to do my wedding again, he’d be a constant. In the lead up, Ariel dealt with my anxious organisation like an absolute legend and made me feel assured that he was the person for the job. We hate posing (and think we look awful in photos) and really didn’t have much time for family photos so we needed to get the “profile” shots within 20mins. That’s exactly what he did with time to spare meaning we got to spend time with our guests whilst Ariel worked the three different locations un-phased. He helped us with the more “posed” shots but really made us feel at ease.

All my guests commented of how “invisible” and yet somehow attentive Ariel was, seeming to pop up at the exact moment you wanted. He is so genuine and kind to the occasion in not only his approach but also the manner in which he interacts with the guests, and it clearly comes effortlessly to him.

Without a doubt this is your photographer if you:
- Dislike posing
- Want authentic pictures
- Want a photographer that genuinely cares about what you want
- Gives you photos that actually showcases the occasion and not just directed scenes
Wednesday
Wednesday Sent on 11/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Epic photographer and an amazing person!

Professional with exceptional knowledge and communication. Helpful, friendly and approachable. He aided with every aspect of our special day. His unique style captivates the true emotion and unique moments that make your day really special.
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