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Last update: November 2025

Cherished Images – Manchester Wedding Photography

Cherished Images is an award-winning Manchester wedding photography studio led by James, a documentary-style photographer with over 18 years of experience capturing weddings across the North West and throughout the UK. Known for a relaxed, unobtrusive style, James tells each couple’s story through natural, emotive imagery that feels timeless rather than posed.

Having photographed hundreds of weddings since 2007, James brings a calm, confident presence to every celebration — the kind that helps couples forget the camera and simply enjoy their day. His work has been recognised with regional awards, nominations from The Wedding Industry Awards, and has featured in leading bridal and lifestyle magazines.

Every wedding is unique, so the experience is built around you. Whether you’d like to book now and chat later or take time to plan and discuss every detail in advance, James adapts to your pace. From intimate city ceremonies to countryside celebrations, you can expect creativity, professionalism, and a genuine passion for storytelling in every frame.

Explore more:
Visit manchesterweddingphotography.co.uk to view the full portfolio, check availability, and secure your date.
Or send a quick enquiry right here on Hitched — James would love to hear about your plans.

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?

Up to 4 Hours of Coverage: At just £495

How far in advance should I contact you?

I recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 12-18 months in advance, especially if your wedding is during peak season

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, greater Manchester and the Northwest

What is the charge for travelling?

None for up to 1 hour

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?

Reportage (Documentary) Style Wedding Photography, our passion is capturing the heart of your day—candid, unposed moments brimming with genuine emotion

What kind of equipment do you use?

Canon Pro cameras and L glass lenses

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, oneDrive sharing and website for ease of access

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?

Team of Professionals

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?

Package add-ons, additional 2 hours - £195

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer. Cash Paypal

How do you work?

Professional and friendly wedding photography ready to capture some cherished images from your special wedding day

Served in

Cheshire and Greater Manchester

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Reviews for Cherished Images

James
James Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Truly 5-star service

Attending a wedding photographed by Cherished Images was an absolute delight! As a guest, I was thoroughly impressed by the professionalism and creativity. The photos captured every special moment beautifully. Truly 5-star service!
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Rik Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding photographer made us very comfortable

Our wedding photographer made us very comfortable, and nothing was too much for him. Our photos were everything we asked for and the whole process was made so easy and stress free
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Bradley Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic

James is absolutely fantastic, he always seems to capture the perfect moment and balances the colours perfectly. He's very patient, friendly, and listens to what you want to achive in order to deliver outstanding images. I couldn't recommend him enough."He's an artist with the camera" Here's to many more times using your services!
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Patrick Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible job capturing our wedding day!

Cherished Images did an incredible job capturing our wedding day! Every photo is filled with emotion, beautifully composed, and truly tells our love story. The attention to detail and professionalism were outstanding. We couldn’t be happier with the results—highly recommend!
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Adam Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We can’t recommend him enough

James is an extremely professional photographer who gave us a very personal and unique service for our wedding day. From our first meeting with James to the end of the wedding day, we can’t recommend him enough.
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Peter Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We have so many amazing photographs

Cherished Images captured our son’s wedding perfectly. We have so many amazing photographs that make wonderful memories.
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Michelle Sent on 08/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The photos feel so natural and tell our story beautifully

The photos feel so natural and tell our story beautifully; Recommending Cherished Images
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Cherished Images Real Weddings

Scarlet & Graeme
34 photos · 25/07/2025
Annette & Martin
25 photos · 08/07/2025
Jasmine & Thomas
28 photos · 10/05/2025
Eleanor & Adam
36 photos · 01/06/2024
Alex & Richard
44 photos · 02/06/2022

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Meet the team

James
James
Photographer

I'm James, a social and wedding photographer based in Urmston, where I live with my wife and our two daughters. I've been working professionally for over 18 years, and in that time, I've developed a strong documentary style that focuses on capturing honest, unscripted moments as they naturally unfold. My work has been recognised with regional wedding industry awards and published in several Bauer Media titles. Whether it’s a quiet exchange or a lively celebration, I aim to tell the true story of each day through my lens.

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10 Chadwick Road M41 9RH Manchester (Greater Manchester)

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