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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022

Last update: March 2026

Chris Armstrong Photography is a Wedding Photographer based in Newquay, Cornwall. Owner Chris is known for his fun, relaxed approach and ability to ease couples into the experience of being in the spotlight. With an authentic and story-telling approach, he captures the most poignant moments spent with loved ones to be cherished forever. He covers weddings across the UK and is open to travelling for a destination wedding. Please see his 5 star reviews from his previous couples to see how he could be the perfect match for your wedding day photography.

Services Offered

Chris Armstrong Photography will collaborate with you at each step to ensure you are comfortable with the process and happy with your wedding day gallery. On your big day, you can expect this professional to help you feel relaxed in front of the camera and stay in the moment. Their full-day package includes a consultation, engagement shoot within Cornwall, and access to a private online gallery to view and share your photos.

"Thank you for making our day so incredible! I knew from the engagement shoot that the photo's were going to be insane but Jesus Christ they are amazing! Thank you for being a pleasure to spend time with and just making our day so easy and comfortable. It honestly could not have gone better" - Saskia and Sam 21/06/2025

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
High resolution photos
Other (Password protected gallery, online shop, engagement shoot)

What does the wedding package include?

My full day wedding package includes: Pre wedding consultation Engagement shoot 12 hour minimum coverage password protected gallery Ongoing help and advice anytime

How far in advance should I contact you?

I tend to get booked up at least 12 months in advance, especially on the key weekends in the summer. So once you have a venue and date agreed, book your photographer!:)

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, i cover nationwide and would love to discuss any destination plans you may have at home or abroad. Bonus points for anywhere involving Mountains or the sea. Iceland would be a dream :)

What is the charge for travelling?

This will depend on distance to travel and number of days away but just let me know your plans and we can discuss this further!

What style of photos do you take?

Photo journalism
Other (Moments. That's what I capture. Authentic moments and relaxed portraits. I want you to be stress free and able to enjoy your day without worrying about it!)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Authentic moments. Relaxed portraits. That is it in a nutshell. It will be like an old friend with a camera having a laugh whilst getting the best images of you both and you friends and family

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use professional Canon mirrorless camera's and top of the range lenses with back ups in case of any issues on the day. I invest in myself and my business to guarantee the best results for my clients

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, you will have your images delivered to you via a secure, password protected gallery. You can download full high resolution images and also web sized images. Access to online shop for prints etc

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

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?

£100 per hour for anything over 12 hours but this would always be discussed beforehand. I am not sat clock watching on your wedding day. If the party is pumping, I'm staying :)

What are the forms of payment?

Payment via bank transfer or credit card

How do you work?

I love being able to get to know my couples before the wedding which is why I offer all my couples an engagement shoot anywhere in Cornwall before the wedding. Relaxed people - great photographs!
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Reviews for Chris Armstrong Photography

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Sebastian Sent on 18/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Attentive, confident, skilled and disarming!

Chris was an absolutely fantastic photographer and one who took real care getting to know what we wanted for our wedding. He really got to the heart of the vibe and energy we wanted as well as took the time to nail down what were the key groups / sections of the day and any dynamics which are sometimes a bit tricky to navigate!

The images we received were the perfect balance of crafted and candid, and on the day we never felt that Chris was looming which I have seen with other weddings I have attended! He was gracious as an attendee, made everyone feel comfortable and got the best out of all the subjects he was capturing.

At times I didn’t even notice he was there until I saw the photos when they were delivered - it’s clear he was a ninja in a past life.

Not only did he capture our guests and family in the best way, but he was also skilled at capturing still life and environmental shots which meant a lot, as we took such pride in our venue and decor. He’s clearly very well versed in his craft and also briefed us on the best time of day to capture certain moments.

All in all I couldn’t recommend Chris more, he felt as much a guest as a vendor and we absolutely couldn't have asked for more.
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Anton Sent on 29/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The value is not just on the day. We could not have wished for better

Booking Chris was the easiest decision we made and could not have wished for a better photographer.
We chose him off the back of his online portfolio. The quality of the other weddings he'd shot was in a different league. And he exceeded what we'd seen. The photos are beautiful.

What we didn't expect was how much of the value sits outside the day itself. A few weeks before, he ran a pre-shoot. It meant we'd spent proper time with him before the wedding, it broke the ice and he used it to give us genuinely useful tips on posing which made us feel at ease during the wedding. He then sat down with us and went through the whole running order, so he knew exactly which moments mattered to us and where he needed to be. On the day, that planning showed: nothing was missed, and he pulled us away for couple shots at exactly the right point.

He's also brilliant with people. He put our families at ease immediately and yet we hardly noticed him working all day. That combination is rare.

To top it off, a preview gallery arrived very soon after the wedding. Our guests have raved about the photos. Wholeheartedly recommended.
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Elisha Sent on 06/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

This is the Photographer you want!

From the moment we started looking for a wedding photographer, the most important thing for us was finding someone we could genuinely get along with. You spend so much time with your photographer on your wedding day that having the right person there is just as important as loving their work. With Chris, we found both.

The engagement shoot that was included in our package was honestly a priceless part of the experience. It gave us the chance to get to know Chris before the wedding day and allowed a friendship to naturally develop between us as a couple and Chris as our photographer. It also helped us feel much more comfortable in front of the camera, which made a huge difference when the big day arrived.

On the wedding day itself, Chris was fantastic. The way he interacted with our guests made him feel more like a guest himself than a supplier, which we absolutely loved. He blended in effortlessly, put everyone at ease, and captured so many natural moments as a result.

When our gallery arrived, we spent a lovely evening together reliving our entire wedding day through the photographs. The photo gallery truly speaks for itself. It captured the day perfectly, from the big emotional moments to all the little details we may have otherwise forgotten.

Chris also gives you a bit of VIP treatment through his social media, which was a really nice touch and made the whole experience feel even more special.

We couldn't be happier with our decision to choose Chris. Not only did we receive incredible photographs that we will treasure forever, but we also gained a photographer who felt like a friend along the way. We would recommend him without hesitation to any couple looking for someone talented, professional, and genuinely wonderful to have by their side on their wedding day.
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Nancy Sent on 06/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Grateful for Chris!

Look no further for the perfect wedding photographer! Chris is your man.

We split our wedding into a small ceremony and a celebratory party a month apart, and Chris was there every step of the way. His experience gave us invaluable advice on what works best, his adaptability meant nothing was too much to ask (including shooting our ceremony on his birthday!), and his personality meant he fit in so well that our guests assumed he was our mate who also did photography!

And of course, his style provided us with the perfect set of pictures to match us - he captured the love and fun of both days completely and seemed to instantly understand our relationship, making for a set of photos that exactly represent how we feel. His diligence, compassion and charm helped make our wedding the best thing ever. Thank you Chris!
Jack
Jack Sent on 02/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exceeded all expectations

We had originally booked a different photographer, but due to a family emergency he was unfortunately no longer able to capture our day. Looking back now, it really was a blessing in disguise, because Chris was absolutely outstanding and suited our laid-back beach wedding, our personalities and the whole vibe of the day perfectly.

From the moment he arrived, he felt more like one of our guests than someone we’d only just met. His banter was brilliant, he blended in effortlessly with our family and friends, and made everyone feel completely at ease. So many of our guests commented afterwards on how friendly and natural he was.

We wanted relaxed, documentary-style photography that captured the real moments rather than endless posing, and Chris absolutely nailed it. Every photo tells the story of our day beautifully – the laughter, the emotions, the little moments we didn’t even realise were happening, and the incredible atmosphere.

We’re beyond grateful to have such amazing memories to look back on. If you’re looking for someone who is incredibly talented, puts everyone at ease and captures your day exactly as it happens, we couldn’t recommend Chris highly enough.

Thank you for giving us memories we’ll treasure forever.

Sarah & Jack
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 21/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Book him. Right now!

It’s hard to write a review for Chris that fully captures how grateful we are that we found him for our wedding day, but here we go…

It’s difficult to politely try and find someone who you simultaneously want to blend in so well you don’t know they’re there, but also have them fit in like the guest you didn’t know you needed, who turns up to make the day even more special. But somehow, Chris does it all.

My husband isn’t usually a crier, but when Chris sent us the photos of the best day of our lives, we relived every single moment so perfectly that there was absolutely no stopping the tears. Chris manages to notice the tiny beautiful moments that you don’t even realise are happening at the time, and catch them so you can keep them forever. Our day felt blissful in the moment, but I never expected the magic of the day to be captured so flawlessly. We couldn’t have asked for a more authentic and honest way to remember it for the rest of our lives.

You wouldn’t know it looking at the photos (we got very into it), but we were nervous about having a photographer (we’re both awkward people). Chris, we cannot thank you enough for everything you did to make sure we felt comfortable from the first moment we met you, and for understanding what photos would be true to us, not posey or artificial, but real photos of the details and moments that made the day what it was.

If you’re reading this and looking for a photographer for your wedding, or honestly anything at all, I promise you don’t need to look any further.


P.s. he is also a good laugh.
Jen
Jen Sent on 27/04/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everyone needs Chris for their day!

Chris was absolutely fantastic from the initial zoom meeting, to our pre-wedding shoot, to the day itself.
He has taken fantastic photos - we're struggling to decide which ones are favourites because they're all beautiful. Chris made sure he knew our venue, and the best spots for photos. Our golden hour photos on the beach are just magical.
He's a great mix of professional and knowledgeable, and it being like hanging out with a mate. He made us feel super comfortable with him, and with having our pictures taken. We had so much fun doing our photos, and everyone at our day loved him.
My best friend said she wished she'd found him for her wedding!
We love him and his pictures, and will be recommending Chris to anyone who will listen to us!
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Andrew Sent on 31/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

So glad we went with the best in the business.

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect photographer for our wedding at Fistral Beach last June.
From start to finish, Chris was the absolute definition of professionalism, calm, organised, and completely in control while still being warm and approachable.
Chris made us feel so at ease, which really shows in the photos. The images are nothing short of stunning, beautifully captured moments that feel natural, emotional, and full of life.
Every time we look through them, we’re transported right back to the day.
Chris had an incredible eye for detail and made the most of the beach setting, capturing the light, scenery, and atmosphere perfectly. So many of our guests commented on how fantastic they were too.
We’re beyond grateful to have these memories captured so beautifully. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do, we couldn’t recommend Chris more highly.
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Kyle Sent on 16/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Exhausting! Haha!

Hey Chris, so sorry for the delay in review, it's been a very busy start to the year!

We booked Chris for our wedding in November 2025. We were looking for someone local to the Cornwall area to capture our elopment, someone with local knowledge who could really make use of the time we had and someone who would make use both feel comfortable in front of the camera.

When we viewed the Armstrong portfolio we loved the style of photography and after sending a quick enquiry we booked in for a zoom call.

The process from enquiry to booking Chris was so simple, and the zoom call made us feel both at ease with lots of laughter and straight to the point conversation.

We booked Chris without hesitation and awaiting the big day Chris kept in touch with emails and a second zoom call.

When the big day arrived Chris was the ultimate professional. His knowledge of the cornish coastline was exceptional and he took us for a lovely exhausting hike across the cliffs haha! But captured the most stunning photos. We couldn't of been happier with the workout, we mean photography.

We would highly recommend Chris, especially if you looking for someone with knowledge of the cornish coastline and someone who makes you feel like a friend rather than a client.

Thanks Chris!
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Suzie Sent on 24/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Chris was absolutely amazing

Chris was absolutely amazing both on the day and the run up! Our photos are absolutely beautiful and we have had loads of compliments from family and friends. He captured all the little moments throughout including the drunk dancing! We didn't have the traditional 'going off for photos' which was exactly what we wanted we kept popping off with Chris for 10/15 mins throughout the day managed to get loads of pictures without feeling like we missed any part of the wedding day which was perfect and got photos in lots of different lights and with a rainbow! Thank you so much Chris!!
Katy
Katy Sent on 10/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top wedding photographer! 5*

We can’t fully put into words how amazing you have been from the start. From the first zoom call we had, we knew it had to be you. You were just so friendly and down to earth (and also live across the road from us which is a bonus!).

We are both quite shy about having our photos taken, so the engagement shoot we were initially quite nervous about. But it was such fun having a relaxed evening stroll around Holywell Bay at sunset and we were amazed by the beauty of the photos you captured. We loved them so much we used one as our guest book at the wedding for everyone to sign.

We also loved having a meet up before the wedding to chat through the day so you knew all the details and what was important. Despite the yellow weather warning for rain, you managed to clear the skies of hail and rain for the most stunning photos on the day. We can not wait for the full album to come back and see all the magical moments you have captured!

You also went above and beyond and kindly went round to our house on the morning of the wedding to collect a very important parcel that arrived late! It meant so much that Duncan could wear the hand made, personalised cufflinks and you made that happen!

Thanks for getting the best out of us and creating our forever memories! We would 100% recommend you as a wedding photographer!

Katy & Duncan
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Jason Sent on 28/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fun, professional and quality photographer

We knew from the outset that we wanted to work with Chris, and we were super pleased he was available when we enquired.

Throughout our wedding planning he was more than just our photographer, he was also someone who we could bounce ideas from to make sure we maximised our wedding day to get it absolutely perfect. He provided suggestions including other suppliers who he had worked with, which was a massive help, and was always punctual in responding to any communications.

Chris engaged with our guests, building a good rapport from the outset - many of which commented on how nice he was and easy to work with. His efficiency and coordination meant that we got all the styles of photos we wanted as well as maximising our time with our guests. Throughout our wedding day he improvised from start to finish, using his creativity to get those unique shots which captured our day in a variety of perspectives.

Having now got our photos back, we couldn’t be happier with the outcome, volume, diversity and quality of our wedding photos. We have a blend of traditional and candid shots which captured both the formalities and fun which our guests had.

We would have not hesitation in recommending Chris to anyone! Get him booked up before you become disappointed.
Saskia
Saskia Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Out of this world photos and the perfect addition to your day!

From first zoom call to our pre-wedding shoot, to our wedding day and beyond, we could not recommend Chris enough.

We clicked so quickly and he made us both feel so at ease.
Our pre-wedding sunset shoot at Treyarnon Bay gave us the chance to get to know Chris before the big day and produced the most stunning photos and was so much fun.

Our actual wedding was at Polhawn fort on a boiling hot day. Chris turned up full of energy to a venue he had never been to before. Our wedding party immediately gelled with Chris as well and he commanded the room during our group shots when we needed it. The rest of the time he melted into the background. The photos from the ceremony and golden hour on the beach are our absolute faves. They look like something out of a magazine. Looking through our final gallery together, it tells the story and the emotion of the day perfectly and will be memories we will cherish forever! Thankyou!

I don’t know what else to say other than BOOK CHRIS!
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Mark Sent on 10/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer for our perfect Padstow wedding!

Chris was absolutely amazing as our wedding photographer! He made us feel so relaxed the whole day and managed to capture every moment without us even noticing he was there. He was helpful at guiding us through the day, all our guests loved him (and his jokes), and he was great getting the kids to smile for the camera. The photos turned out better than we ever imagined—so natural and full of emotion. We’ll treasure them forever. We couldn’t recommend Chris enough!
Kensa
Kensa Sent on 22/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Photographer.

From the minute we met Chris, originally on a virtual call due to us living in Kent, we knew Chris was the right man to capture our day. He was chatty, reassuring and just made our future wedding plans very personable. Chris listened to what we wanted our day to be captured like and understood the assignment. We arranged our engagement photoshoot where we met him face to face and he soon made us feel comfortable with his quick wit and calm nature. The most important thing for my Chris and I was knowing someone who would listen to us, understand what we wanted and also wasn’t too serious and made us feel comfortable, as we weren’t exactly the most savvy with being in front of the camera. Prior to the day, Chris arranged a quick call to go over everything which again, was so reassuring. On the day, Chris arrived prompt and set about to work capturing what I felt like was every minute. He worked effortlessly, seamlessly and still had time to have a great laugh with our guests making them too feel involved and comfortable. In fact, by the end of the day, it was just like he was apart of our guest list. Chris gave us some sneaky previews less than 24 hours after our big day. We were made up with them but now we have our final shots, we are ecstatic! If I could have my day again, I’d choose Chris a million times over. We are so happy with our end results. Thank you Chris. You really do have a talent and our words will never be enough to say how thankful we are for being you being present and capturing our special day. Thank you. Mr and Mrs Knott x
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1 Chynoweth View, Cubert, Newquay TR8 5FQ Newquay (Cornwall)

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