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First of all, congratulations! If you’re reading this, you’re likely planning one of the most exciting and meaningful days of your life and I’d love to be a part of it!

I’m a wedding photographer with a passion for storytelling. My journey started with a disposable camera on childhood holidays, where I fell in love with the magic of capturing photos. That early spark turned into a lifelong love for photography, and today, I’m lucky enough to call it my career.

Weddings are filled with moments that pass by in a heartbeat, a nervous laugh, a quiet glance, a joyful tear. My role is to catch those moments and turn them into lasting memories, images that will take you right back every time you look at them.

I know how much your wedding photos will mean to you, and it’s always an honour to be trusted with something so personal.

Please reach out to request a copy of my brochure which details all my pricing and packages available.

I look forward to hearing from you,

Carl

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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?

The contents of my wedding packages vary to suit different needs and budgets. Typically, they can include options like coverage of the ceremony, reception, and pre-wedding preparations

How far in advance should I contact you?

As far in advance as possible! Popular dates, especially during peak wedding seasons, tend to book up quickly. On average, couples book my services 9-12 month prior

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, i am based in Bournemouth, South West England however I’m always happy to travel - whether it’s a nearby destination or a wedding overseas

What is the charge for travelling?

Additional charges may apply for weddings outside of Dorest

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I capture weddings through candid storytelling - focusing on real moments, raw emotions, and the in-between details. My unobtrusive approach lets the day unfold naturally and authentically

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use the latest mirrorless cameras from Canon, ensuring high-quality, professional-grade images. My setup is fully digital, but I also offer the option of incorporating a film camera for a timeless,

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, a private, password-protected online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing your images with family and friends

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?

No

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 can offer bespoke packages and timings to work around your plans and make sure you have your full day covered

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer

How do you work?

Please reach out to request a copy of my brochure which details all my pricing and packages available

Reviews for Carl Martin Photography

Laura
Laura Sent on 11/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding photographer - highly recommend

We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer than Carl. He and Stephanie stepped in at the last minute and immediately put us at ease with their calm, professional approach.

Carl and Stephanie not only were amazing photographers but their calming presence was so helpful throughout the day (which at times were very busy!)

Throughout the day, he was incredibly discreet and never felt intrusive, allowing everything to flow naturally. The photos he captured are absolutely beautiful — natural, capturing beautifully the special moments we’ll treasure forever.

We aren’t usually people who enjoy lots of photos being taken, so they made sure all the important moments were captured which we appreciated so much.

We were also so impressed with how quickly we received our photos, and the quality is outstanding. Everything was clear and transparent from the start, with no hidden charges and very good value for money too.

We highly recommend Carl Martin Photography to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and thoughtful wedding photographer.

Thank you Carl and Stephanie we are so grateful

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Shannon Sent on 08/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We’re beyond grateful for his talent and professionalism — highly recommend!

Carl was absolutely amazing! We traveled from America for our wedding, and his communication throughout the entire process was brilliant. On the day, he made us feel completely at ease and captured the most beautiful moments so naturally. Thank you for giving us memories we’ll cherish for a lifetime. Truly the best choice we made for our wedding. 💕📸
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 29/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Love Love Love

I'm so pleased I found Carl on via Hitched. We had the most wonderful day and Carl & Steph made us all feel so comfortable and at ease and incredibly friendly from the beginning. Our photos are stunning and we couldn't recommend Carl enough, nothing was too much for them!
Sarah & Stephen
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Gilly Sent on 30/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer

We are so happy we found Carl, from start to finish he has been friendly, informative and professional. If you’re looking for a non intrusive photographer then Carl is just what you’re looking for, we hardly knew he was there taking photos in the background. So friendly and put us at ease all the way through, we didn’t feel pressured or forced in any of the photos. The photos that he took are amazing and we can’t stop looking at them. The photos that were taken all had a personal touch and feeling. If we were to do it all over again we would definitely choose Carl again. We can’t recommend him enough. Thankyou from the bottom of our hearts.
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Hannah Sent on 08/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing service

They were both so accommodating and took hundreds of absolutely beautiful pictures! They both made us feel so at ease and so natural! 100% would recommend!
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Lucy Sent on 17/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer ever

I can begin to explain how amazing Carl was we where not the easiest people to gather for all the photos but they turned out incredible! Let alone all the “in the moment” pictures when we got the pictures back I could really relive every moment! I can not recommend Carl enough! Thank you for everything x
Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 12/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Mr and Mrs Pidgley

We had the absolute pleasure of having Carl as our wedding photographer, and we truly couldn’t be happier with the results. From start to finish, he was seamless — incredibly professional, calm, and discreet. Half the time, we didn’t even realise he was there, and yet he somehow managed to capture the most beautiful, natural, and emotional moments of the day.

Every photo tells a story, and Carl’s talent for catching the genuine, candid moments is something really special. He made us and our guests feel totally at ease, and the final images are nothing short of magical. We’ll treasure them forever.

If you’re looking for someone who blends into the day effortlessly and delivers stunning results, Carl is your person. Can’t recommend him highly enough
Amy
Amy Sent on 05/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Decision We Made (Besides Getting Married!)

Carl's calm presence, professionalism, and genuine passion for photography put us completely at ease and that feeling carried through our entire wedding day.
Every photo tells a story. The emotion, the laughter, the tiny moments we might have missed in the whirlwind—Carl captured it all so beautifully and effortlessly. Looking through our gallery feels like reliving the best day of our lives, and we’ll truly treasure these images forever.
He blended into the day seamlessly, made everyone feel comfortable (even the camera-shy guests!), and somehow managed to be everywhere at once without ever being intrusive.
We honestly couldn’t have asked for more. If you’re looking for someone who is not only incredibly talented but also kind, thoughtful, and truly committed to getting it just right, then Carl is your guy. Thank you again for everything you really did give us the most incredible gift.
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Abby Sent on 30/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

March 2025 wedding - Abby & Steve

Carl was extremely professional and attentive from our very first interaction. He listened to what we wanted from our photography on our special day and went above and beyond to achieve it.
He fitted into our day seamlessly and the photos we received following our big day were amazing!
I would recommend Carl in a heartbeat to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Charley
Charley Sent on 22/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Definitely recommend

Carl is incredible at what he does, I couldn't be happier with our wedding photos. He is very professional and friendly. You wouldn’t even know he was there whilst doing the morning of the wedding photography, he made everyone feel really comfortable. I would recommend Carl over and over again. I can’t wait to see the photography Carls doing for my sisters wedding this year.
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