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Leon
Rhys
Al Mehmet
Solomon
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About this supplier

On Hitched.co.uk since 2026

Last update: September 2026

The best photographs don't tell you what to feel. They give you a way back to what you felt.

Ishmail Qasim offers wedding photography in Birmingham and across the West Midlands, creating photographs that preserve not just what happened, but the people, relationships and feeling that made the day yours.

The excitement of receiving your wedding photographs is only the beginning. Years later, when the flowers are gone, the venue has changed and the day exists only in memory, those photographs give you something tangible to return to. They can remind you why you chose each other, bring back the voice of someone you miss, or let your children discover the people their parents were before they knew them as Mum and Dad.

The Approach

Ishmail's photography is warm, natural and unobtrusive, with a focus on the people and relationships that make each wedding yours. Rather than turning the day into a photoshoot, he wants you to be present for it. He watches for the glances, laughter, nerves, chaos and quiet moments that happen around the big events — including the things you were too busy living to notice.

His approach is rooted in honest photography and considered storytelling. People are photographed as themselves rather than heavily retouched into something unfamiliar, while careful attention is given to light, composition and the small details that will help bring the day back to life years later.

Services Offered

Alongside wedding photography, Ishmail offers engagement, family and event photography, allowing him to document more than just the wedding day. He wants to build relationships with the people he photographs and, when another chapter comes along, be the person they already know and trust to document it.

From the excitement of an engagement, to the wedding itself, to the life that follows, each chapter becomes part of a larger story.

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Asian-owned

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Weddings with this supplier

Anjola & Solomon's wedding
Anjola & Solomon
33 photos
Leon Chatterton & Natalie Chatterton's wedding
Leon Chatterton & Natalie Chatterton
20 photos

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Blu-ray or DVD with all the photos
Photocall

What does the wedding package include?

Entrance, Ceremony, Guests mingling, Wedding Events/Activities such as the dance floor. Couples photoshoot. Package enhancements: - Engagement Photoshoot. - Bride/Groom getting ready

How far in advance should I contact you?

If you have a time machine, December 1994 would be ideal. Otherwise, now is perfect! I would enquire as soon as you know what you want, the sooner the better, especially for popular dates!

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, i would only travel to the ends of the earth for you (you are paying for it after all!)

What is the charge for travelling?

Free within 10 miles. Further will be charged at 55p per mile. Unless you're flying me to Tokyo for the wedding, In which case, I'll work for free!

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Other (I like warm, fuzzy, nostalgic photos. Photos you look at and they feel like you're rewatching a memory because I intend to use it as a portal to take you somewhere you once were fondly present to)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I like to back off, get lost in the crowd, seek candid unguarded photos. It's important to me that I capture intimate looks between each other rather than posing for the camera

What kind of equipment do you use?

High end Sony Alpha Camera FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II FE 70-200m f/4 G OSS Godox Speedlight Zhiyun Fiveray M40 Zhiyun Molus X100

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, i use a cloud folder like OneDrive to temporarily view and transfer photos to yourself or your guests

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?

After getting on the same page regarding the wedding day schedule, anything exceeding will typically incur an overtime fee of £100 per hour. That way, it's not only me that is crying

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer. Cash. An invite to the Kazak road trip. I'm open to negotiation

How do you work?

I integrate into the venue. I don't stay in one place capturing the "safe" photo. I collaborate with guests to elicit natural joy. I collect evidence that your partner is madly in love with you

Served in

Shropshire and West Midlands

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Reviews for Ishmail Qasim Photography

Leon
Leon Sent on 04/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, thoughtful photography artisan

Ishmail provided photography at our engagement shoot and our wedding. From the first set of messages working with Ishmail, it was clear just how deeply involved with his craft he was. What amazed us was how willing he was to collaborate to get the aesthetic, and the story right.

I was most impressed by his desire to have us provide a Pinterest board of ideas he could work off. I was worried this might mean we end up with copy and paste ideas, but this was not the case. Ishmail used these images as inspiration and it allowed him to nail a unique look and aesthetic we really loved.

Ishmail provided high fedility painstakingly edited pictures, that were built by an excellent sense and knowledge of how to manipulate the camera in favour of the environment.

We love our photos so much and will cherish them for our lives together. We feel so lucky to have met such an incredible photographer who really clearly cared for our requirements and understood the weight of what he was providing.

And he happens to be a very nice man too!

Thanks Ishmail!
Rhys
Rhys Sent on 14/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful Graduation Photos

Ishmail was a wonderful and on time photographer. I requested for him to take my graduation photos after the ceremony, Ishmail showed up prior to the ceremony ending to ensure I could take photos as soon as I came out the doors. Ishmail was patient to wait for crowds of people would walk past while taking the photos to ensure they weren’t in my pictures and picked the perfect angles to avoid people from being in the photos. He also allowed me to take last minute photos with a friend after the shoot was over. I received the edited photos back within a timely manner. Definitely would recommend him for any events and can’t wait for my next event to book him again!
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Anjola Sent on 12/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Well above your expectations!

Ishmail is not only well worth your money, but his professionalism and just love for his craft ensures that your event is captured beautifully. Every event he photographs is his own, meaning he gives his all. He’ll not only execute your ideas but also share what may be even better in his professional opinion. You’re truly in exceptional hands
Al Mehmet
Al Mehmet Sent on 09/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Great photographer and always reliable

We’ve worked with Ish a number of times and have always been really happy with the results. He’s a genuinely good guy, easy to work with and very talented behind the camera. He understands what you’re trying to achieve, works professionally and consistently delivers great-quality photos. Would happily recommend him.
Solomon
Solomon Sent on 03/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly, reliable and professional photographer!

Ishmail is a trustworthy photographer that I had the pleasure of booking and he’s returned beautiful photos from our wedding ceremony!!
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