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On Hitched.co.uk since 2011

Last update: September 2024

Full Day or Part day Coverage - Natural photography perfect for Elopements, Outdoor, Boho, Woodland, Farm, Festival and Alternative-styled weddings.

Beautiful Bespoke Collections.

Choose from one of the collections or build your bespoke collection tailored for you both. Add extra hours, albums, engagement shoots, second photographers etc to your chosen collection at the time of booking. Weddings covered all over the UK and travel within Wales and England are included in all collections.

  • Signature Collection from £650: Choose how many hours of coverage you would like (2 hours to 6 hours) - (Available for mid-week and off-peak dates)
  • Exclusive Collection: £2200 Full Day | Wedding prep (2 hours before ceremony) to up First Dance and 1 hour Party coverage.

Wedding Photographer with over 20 years experience based in Bridgend, South Wales. Covering weddings all over Wales from Bridgend to Pembrokeshire, Cardiff to the Brecon.

"When I first met Steve he said he strives to ” tell the story of your Day ” ….if I’m totally honest I didn’t fully “get it” but I instantly liked his enthusiasm. Then we saw our wedding photos and NOW I totally 100% “get it ” ….Steve told our story! And what I think is a testament to his talent is if you look through his wedding story each is unique and individual …Not a one size fits all ….Steve is a skilled tailor of a photographer. Steve, we are so glad we found YOU." - Sarah and Viv

I will document the full story from morning to night and capture all the connections, moments, love and laughter that you will forget as your day goes by in the blink of an eye.

When booking your photographer consider these points:

STYLE - Book a photographer whose editing style is consistent and whose aesthetics align with what you love

CONNECTION - Meet the photographer to find out if you connect. Someone who will make you feel comfortable in front of the camera

TRUST - Book a photographer who you feel you can trust and who listens to you. Check out their reviews, and their website. You only have one chance to get it right.

If you love my style of photography, then please get in touch and we can have a chat about your exciting plans for your wedding day.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

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

What does the wedding package include?

A pre-wedding consultation, Part day or full-day coverage, all full resolution images professionally edited - Colour & Black & White, Drone photography, Private online gallery to download your images

How far in advance should I contact you?

As early as possible as wedding get booked up 1/2 years in advance

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, all over South Wales, South West England and the rest of the UK

What is the charge for travelling?

No travel charge unless it is for a wedding outside the UK or over. Overnight accommodation fees may apply for weddings over 2 hours drive from Bridgend

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography
Other (Creative and Natural photography)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I always try to produce something different that stands out from the crowd. Always willing to try new ideas

What kind of equipment do you use?

Professional equipment with backup equipment available

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, shootproof

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

Yes

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?

£200 per hour

What are the forms of payment?

BACS or Card

How do you work?

I work in an unobtrusive manner, standing back and capture the day as it happens. I also love to creative beautiful portraits

Served in

Mid Glamorgan, Pembrokeshire and Vale Of Glamorgan

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Reviews for Art by Design

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Corinne
Corinne S. Sent on 28/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience!

We flew from the US to Wales to celebrate and Steve helped us mark our 25th anniversary with a reshoot of our wedding in the original gown. He made a long time dream come true helping to tell our love story through images. Our smiles and laughter and silly nature was captured as well as the amazing landscape that we were surrounded by in Brecon. We are forever grateful to have found him! Don’t think twice about booking Steve for any life moment! He’s fun, adventurous, professional and thoughtful and his art shows proof of his ability to read people and capture personalities and the heart of a moment.
Bethan
Bethan W. Sent on 07/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Nathan and Bethan

For two people who don’t enjoy being centre of attention and being in front of a camera, Steve made us feel very comfortable in his presence and captured the most beautiful photo’s of our very intimate wedding day. From start to finish, there was nothing but ease and the run up to the wedding we had excellent communication with how the day will run. We have had an abundance of beautiful photos where we can view anytime on an online gallery and have many options to purchase these photos. All photo’s taken were natural (the style I love), and caught special moments throughout the day with family and friends and even our boxer dog Winston. Highly recommended!
Erin
Erin R. Sent on 02/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

If I could give more than 5 stars I would

Steve was the most amazing photographer for our day. We had quite a small wedding and Steve easily integrated with the guests, he had a great energy about him that left all of our guests saying what an amazing photographer he was. We got our previews through just a couple of days later and they are the most stunning photographs, I know we'll be looking back on them for years to come. Steve captured all the happiness and joy that was our wedding day. He was easily the best supplier on our day and I would highly reccomend him.
Ellie
Ellie Sent on 30/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely perfect.

Steve was absolutely brilliant. Lessing up to the wedding he provided useful helps and tips and always answered any queries. On the day he was vibrant and supportive and came up with great ideas when the weather turned on us. We are so pleased with the outcome of our photos. Definitely recommend Art Bu Design.
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Rachel O. Sent on 07/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely brilliant - the best photographer

Steve was brilliant from start to finish, and nothing was too much! He managed to capture the most beautiful and natural photos, we absolutely loved working with Steve! We didn’t even notice he was there most of the time, true professional.
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Melanie W. Sent on 11/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect day, Amazing photos, fantastic professional photography.

We highly recommend Steve to take total control with his professional outstanding photography on your special day.
Not only does Steve provide fantastic memorable photos captured without realising, Steve provides support with confidence of any uncertainties from start to finish, advice with timings, expectations of the day and total piece of mind that the organisation with capturing memories on your special day Is greatly taken care of. Thank-you Steve you were amazing! Regards Mr & Mrs Wookey.
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Art by Design Real Weddings

Bea & Rhodri
51 photos · 13/10/2023
Jamie & David
22 photos · 18/09/2023
Adam & Samantha
77 photos · 09/09/2023
Sophie & Sam
116 photos · 05/08/2023
Zoe & Gerwyn
83 photos · 10/06/2023
Helen & Martin
99 photos · 23/09/2022

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37 Leyshon Way, Bryncethin CF32 9AZ Bridgend (Mid Glamorgan)

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