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On Hitched.co.uk since 2026

Last update: September 2026

Blooming Photography is an experienced wedding photography business with 19 years of experience capturing weddings across the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire, the UK and beyond.

Run by Ben Roberts, Blooming Photography takes a relaxed, natural and storytelling approach to wedding photography. Rather than turning the day into a photoshoot, Ben blends into the background, allowing couples to enjoy their wedding while he captures the genuine moments, emotions, laughter and connections happening naturally around them.

What makes Blooming Photography special is the experience Ben brings to each wedding. After 19 years and hundreds of weddings, he understands when to step in, when to offer a little direction and, importantly, when to simply let the moment happen. Couples can relax knowing their photographer is quietly looking for the moments they might otherwise miss.

From the nervous excitement before the ceremony and the big family hugs to the laughter during the speeches and the completely unexpected moments that make each wedding unique, Ben's aim is to create photographs that don't just look beautiful but bring the memories of the day flooding back.

With a reputation built through recommendations and 5-star Google reviews, Blooming Photography is trusted by couples looking for wedding photography that feels authentic, relaxed and personal.

Most importantly, Ben believes it's the couple's wedding day, not a photoshoot. The photographs should capture the celebration rather than take over it — allowing couples to spend their day enjoying the people who matter most while knowing their story is being captured along the way.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums

What does the wedding package include?

The package includes Ben’s full-day wedding photography coverage, professionally edited digital photographs and a private online gallery. Your images can be easily shared with family and friends

How far in advance should I contact you?

Once your date is fixed, it’s worth enquiring early. Popular summer weekends can book 1–2 years in advance, although availability does sometimes remain closer to the date

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, based in the Cotswolds, Ben loves photographing weddings wherever they take him — from Gloucestershire and the UK to abroad. He’s even travelled as far as Las Vegas! If you love his style, let’s chat

What is the charge for travelling?

Minimal travel costs as Ben's always keen to travel everywhere!

What style of photos do you take?

Photo journalism

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

A relaxed, natural storytelling approach built over 19 years. Ben captures genuine moments without making your wedding feel like a photoshoot. It’s your wedding day, not a photoshoot

What kind of equipment do you use?

Two Nikon Z8's and a mixture of lens', lights if needed & tons of personality and understanding

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, pic Time

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

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?

I always try to keep costs to a minimum. If you need me for quite a bit longer, we’ll just have a chat about it. Any extra time is kept simple, with a maximum charge of around £100 for a few hours

What are the forms of payment?

£200 deposit to secure the day and the remainder is paid usually 30 days prior to your wedding

How do you work?

Ben takes a relaxed, storytelling approach, floating around the day and capturing the bride and groom, family and friends naturally. He blends in so well, he’s often mistaken for a member of the famil

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Bristol and Gloucestershire

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Reviews for Blooming Photography

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Ella Sent on 29/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Blooming Brilliant Ben!

Ben was the photographer at our wedding in May 2026 and we could not recommend him or his work enough!!! From the moment Ben arrived on our wedding day he was bubbly, full of energy and just genuinely absolutely lovely. We had so many comments from our guests about how much they liked Ben and how brilliant he was at his job. Ben captured some stunning natural photos as he was able to slip into the background without us even noticing he was there. My husband and I are often quite shy in front of the camera and tend to dislike photos of ourselves, however when we received our wedding photos from Ben we were absolutely blown away with how beautiful they are and we loved every single one. When we look back at our photos it makes us feel like we are still there at our special day which is a credit to Ben and his skill. We are over the moon with our photos and we are so glad we chose Ben to be our wedding photographer. We would highly recommend him to any couple due to get married- you won’t be disappointed.
Lucy
Lucy Sent on 29/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

You won’t regret booking Ben!

We honestly couldn't have asked for a better wedding photographer. From the start, we loved Ben. He is the most enthusiastic, personable, genuinely nice guy that we could have wished for on our wedding day. He was complimentary to everyone he photographed, we have never felt so special. We had lots of children at our wedding including our own and even they felt at ease almost instantly because he was so comfortable they could see we trusted him. On the day itself, he felt more like a friend than just our photographer. He was so easy to be around, which made us feel completely relaxed and natural in front of the camera.

Somehow, he managed to be everywhere at once! He captured so many special moments throughout the day without ever feeling intrusive. Looking through our photos, we were amazed by all the little moments we'd missed ourselves.
We're so grateful for the memories he's given us and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who is talented, professional, and genuinely lovely to have as part of your wedding day.
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