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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: August 2026

Award-Winning UK Wedding Photographer. Your love, your moments, timelessly preserved.

Hey, I'm James!

2026 is FULLY BOOKED, with 2027 already 75% booked up!!!

I’m a Hitched Wedding Awards winner for 2025 and 2026, and I’m proud to be a recommended supplier at Sandy Cove Hotel, The Cider Barn at Dillington Estate, No.4 Clifton Village, and Glastonbury Wedding & Events Venue.

I believe in capturing weddings with honesty and documentation - preserving the emotions, connections, and quiet in-between moments that make your day truly yours. Through a candid, informal style and with a calm and considered presence, I blend into the background, capturing your story as it unfolds naturally while guiding you to effortless, beautiful portraits.

Every couple, every celebration is unique, and I take care to reflect that not only in the way I capture your day but also in how I edit - tailoring each gallery to the colours and tones of your wedding day flowers, and to the overall atmosphere of your wedding. My goal is to create images that don’t just show what your day looked like, but what it felt like - so that years from now, you can step back into those fleeting moments as if they were yesterday.

From the moment you enquire to the final delivery of your gallery, I’m here to make the process smooth, exciting, and completely stress-free. I believe that great photography comes from trust and connection, so I take the time to get to know you, understand your vision, and offer guidance every step of the way. Whether it’s helping with timelines, scouting the perfect portrait locations, or simply being a reassuring presence on the day, I’m committed to giving you an experience that feels effortless, personal, and truly special.

Services Tailored to You

  • Full-Day Coverage (from £2000): 12 hours capturing everything from morning preparations to evening celebrations.
  • Tailored Packages: Choose from 4, 6, 8, or 12-hour options to suit your day, with extra hours available (£150 per hour).
  • Engagement/Pre-Wedding Shoots (£350): A relaxed, fun way to celebrate your love and get comfortable in front of the camera.
  • High-Resolution Images: Delivered in a beautiful online gallery, plus a personalised USB with up to 20 prints for full-day packages.

Special Packages

  • Vibes Plus Package (from £1900): Photographer + content creator for dynamic, social-media-ready moments.
  • Dynamic Duo Package (£3700): A photographer + videographer for seamless photo and video coverage.

Based in the South West, I photograph weddings across Somerset, Devon, the Cotswolds, Dorset, Bristol, the wider UK, and destinations worldwide. If you’re looking for a photographer who blends in seamlessly, captures the real moments, and delivers images that truly feel like you, let’s chat!

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Other

What does the wedding package include?

Full day packages from £2000 include 550+ edited photos, private online gallery & personalised USB box. Coverage from 6–12 hours, with add-ons like videography, content creator or second photographer

How far in advance should I contact you?

I am currently taking bookings up to & including 2028. Booking a photographer is on par with booking a wedding venue due to availability, so I would always recommend booking both as soon as possible

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, somerset, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Cornwall, Wiltshire, South Wales, New Forest/Hampshire, Surrey, London

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel is included throughout the South West of England/within 2 hours from home. Overnight stay and weddings further-a-field will be at the couples expense

What style of photos do you take?

Other (My style of shooting is natural, candid & documentary. I love to be as unobtrusive as possible throughout the day, but at the same time I understand how important it is to get those family photos)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Apart from knowing my cameras inside out, and sticking to my shooting style, the only thing I would say I do differently is that I love to match my editing colours to those of the bouquet

What kind of equipment do you use?

Sony high spec cameras & lenses. Flash and constant lighting. I also have a drone. SONY A7Riv SONY A7iv Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Samyang 85mm f/1.4 Sony 35mm f/1.8 Sony 20mm f/1.8

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, pic-Time - it is such an amazing platform to showcase your wedding album online. There is an option for you to download all the images, an option to share with friends & family, and much more

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?

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?

£150 per hour. Looking to keep me on into the early hours of the morning? Then this option is perfect for you! I might even join in for a dance or two!

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer, or paypal. I can take cash, but I prefer the former methods of payment

How do you work?

Whether I'm documenting my personal life and hobbies, or working for my clients, I always strive to create the best content possible. I am friendly and professional and always punctual

Served in

Devon and Somerset

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Reviews for Just James Weddings

Megan
Megan Sent on 14/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you James!

From the very first call I had with James, I immediately felt at ease. He was warm, calm and incredibly easy to talk to; that same feeling continued throughout the whole process. In the lead-up to the wedding his communication was brilliant – organised, knowledgeable and reassuring – which meant we felt completely confident that everything was in hand.

On the day itself, James was fantastic. Neither of us are particularly comfortable posing for photos, but he made the whole experience feel so relaxed and natural that we almost forgot the camera was there. He blended in so effortlessly with our guests and everyone commented on how great and fun he was on the day. He made a point of ensuring everyone had their photo taken and took some gorgeous couple and family shots of our guests.

When we received the photos we were genuinely blown away. James hasn’t just taken pictures of the day – he’s captured the feeling of it. Looking through the gallery brings everything back: the laughter, the quiet moments, the joy, and so many little details that we didn’t even realise were happening at the time. We especially love the photos of the two of us together. They don’t feel posed or staged at all – they just show us as we were on the day: relaxed, happy and completely ourselves.
We couldn’t be more grateful.

We feel incredibly lucky to have had James there to capture our wedding. He is talented, professional, and such a genuinely lovely person to have around on a day. We honestly couldn’t recommend him more highly and all of our friends from the day are already eyeing him up for their future weddings!
Melody
Melody Sent on 03/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing wedding photographer!

It was an absolute pleasure to have James as our wedding photographer! He made us and our guests feel very comfortable. He was very easy to be around, blended seamlessly with our guests and even spoke a few words of French with my family! James managed to integrate the photos to the flow of the day and it all felt very natural! The photos are wonderful, with a natural/candid style, full of life and unexpected moments, and truly reflect how our wedding day went! We also love how James managed to make the most of our venue (Berwick Lodge, Bristol). We couldn't be happier with both our experience and the results.

We also had an amazing engagement photoshoot with James! It was such a fun and romantic experience. It was a great way to get a first experience of a photoshoot but in a relaxed setting.It made us feel way more confident about our wedding photos and we would definitely recommend it!
Chloe
Chloe Sent on 28/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

We loved James!!

James was absolutely brilliant from start to finish, and we’re so glad we booked him to capture our special day at The Barn at Upcote.

James kept us well informed in the lead-up to our day. We had a video call before making the booking, and we knew straight away that James was exactly the vibe we wanted on our wedding day. We’d already seen that his photos were incredible, but it was such a nice opportunity to talk, get to know him and understand his style of photography.

We then had a second call nearer the time to discuss the timings of the day, shot lists and everything in between. James also sent regular emails with advice and tips, which were really helpful and made us feel completely at ease in the run-up to the wedding.

On the day itself, James brought so much energy and plenty of laughs. He knew exactly what he was doing and had some brilliant ideas for our photos. He also timed everything so well, meaning we still got to spend plenty of time with our guests, which was really important to us.
We had our hero shots before 8am the morning after the wedding, and they were just incredible! Knowing how brilliant those photos were made the wait for the full album feel like forever, but wow, it was so worth it.

The pictures are beautiful, natural and look so effortlessly captured. It’s so lovely to see all those little moments from the day that you forget about and be able to treasure them forever. I’m honestly not sure how we’re going to pick just a few for the wall!

James is incredibly talented, and not only are his photos beautiful, but he’s also such a lovely person to have around on your wedding day. You’d be silly not to book him!
J
Jessie Sent on 14/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Like an old friend!!

Our best friends had James as their wedding photographer and he was so great that we knew when our time came to get married we wanted to have James too! He slotted in so well, like an old friend, he really did handle all the details after we booked him, all we had to focus on was enjoying the day (and getting married!)!! He slotted in like a guest while somehow managing not to make it obvious he had a camera with him! He is kind, genuine and funny, and really knows how to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera! When we got our photos back it was so much fun to relive the day and James really had captured the joy of our day!! Thank you James!
M
Matthew Sent on 02/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Matthew and Amy’s Wedding

Orchardleigh 3rd June 2026

James, what can we really say? You’ve recreated another wonderful wedding for our family. Your attention to detail is fantastic, and simply having you there on our day made it even more special.

The effort you put in before the wedding to get to know us as people really helped us feel completely at ease. It never felt like you were just our photographer—you felt like part of the day.

You have an incredible ability to capture the right moments at exactly the right time. Every photo tells a story and perfectly reflects what the day was truly about: our love for each other and the importance of family.

You make the whole day flow naturally without ever putting pressure on the bride or groom, allowing everything to happen organically while still capturing every special moment so beautifully.

We honestly haven’t been able to stop looking at and sharing the photos since we received them. Choosing our favourites has been almost impossible because there are so many incredible images.

Once again, thank you for being such a big part of our wedding. We’ll treasure these memories for the rest of our lives.
Jaye
Jaye Sent on 26/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

You absolutely will not regret booking James!

From our very first conversation, James made us feel completely at ease. He has a really warm, friendly approach and totally understood our lack of confidence in front of the camera.

We got married at Syrencot in Wiltshire. James told the story of our day exactly as we remember it – full of fun, colour, laughter and precious moments with our family and friends. Nothing felt staged or forced, yet every photo is stunning and full of emotion.

As well as photographing our day perfectly, James acted as a day of coordinator also, organising our guests for the confetti line, bouquet toss, breakfast entrance and many more moments. He also worked amazingly with our content creator, making sure we were focusing on her as well as him in the important moments. We also loved how he contacted our other suppliers before our big day, this really felt like he cared about the atmosphere of the day and creating relationships with other wedding suppliers.

When we received our gallery, we were genuinely blown away. The photos are even more incredible than we could have imagined, and they’ve given us memories we’ll treasure for the rest of our lives.

If you’re looking for someone who can capture the genuine atmosphere and emotion of your wedding while making everyone feel comfortable, we couldn’t recommend him more highly. We’ve had so many of our guests mention how incredible he was, and this is before they’d even seen the photos! Thank you for giving us photos we could only have dreamt of James, we hope to see you at many of our friends weddings in the future.

Josh & Jaye Hodder
J
Jeffery Sent on 26/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent job

Just a fantastic experience was so helpful and just made everything super easy I would totally recommend this to anyone panning an event it made the whole day slightly more organised, easy and special
Rhiannon
Rhiannon Sent on 06/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Professional and friendly throughout the whole experience.

From the moment communication started with James he was friendly, clear and showed true interest in making our day special. He was quick to respond to queries, available through a range of platforms and explained his ideas and thoughts concisely.
James was able to split the hours over 2 events, our legal and full wedding day. Which meant we could capture the full event. Everyone complimented how friendly, funny and personable James was on both days.
He followed our plan but also led us to create some incredible photos. Every moment of our day was captured. He managed to get the love, laughter and joy that shone throughout the day. From unexpected weather, large amounts of family to a crowded wedding breakfast room James found a way to capture every moment. He listened to what was important for us to be captured and that we wanted candid photos with a few lightly posed ones.
James truly made us feel so at ease throughout the day. We truly cannot say thank you enough for his professionalism as well as the fun, charismatic and charming personality he turned up with on the day!
Andrew
Andrew Sent on 23/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding person, outstanding photos - lifetime of memories because of James

If you're reading this then you’re probably looking around as to who to choose for your wedding and have that pressure of making the right choice. That was us, who If I say so myself, has quite a high bar. We got that and more with James. Just do it, choose him. You’re investing not only in outstanding wedding photos which will bring a lifetime of memories but you’re investing in an outstanding person.
We booked James a few years ago and since then it has been a pleasure to see his work win awards over the years in the build to our wedding and we can see why. His passion and professionalism shines through. We met James for the first time on our wedding day and it felt like we had known him for years. He mingled so well with friends and family, it was just like he was one of the guests. He makes you feel so at ease, comfortable and relaxed. We’re ones for candid photos and James nailed it – sometimes you didn’t even notice he was lingering with his camera, and he didn’t half come out with some great shots. He has captured the day perfectly and has allowed to look back on the day with detail and captured all the emotion within the photos – several friends and family have also commented on the quality of them.
We received the album through an extremely professional website.
We will never forget James not only for the person who he is but for the memories he managed to capture.
He deserves all the praise, awards and accolades that come his way.
Choose him, you will not regret it.
M
Maisie Sent on 22/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Captured the vibe and spirit of our day perfectly

James was one of the best choices we made during wedding planning. From the moment we enquired, James really made us feel like he cared about us and our day, making sure to take time to establish what was important to us. On the day he blended in with the rest of the guests and we quickly forgot he was there. The photos capture the entire day and some of the expressions caught on camera are priceless! Everyone commented on his professionalism and friendliness, with many of our other suppliers also really pleased with his work. Not only a fantastic photographer, but just a lovely human to have around on the day.
M
Matthew Sent on 11/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommended !!

We honestly couldn’t recommend James enough. From start to finish he was absolutely amazing … professional, calm, friendly and completely put us at ease on the day.

The photos are stunning and captured the day perfectly, including so many moments we didn’t even realise were happening. We’re over the moon with the results and will treasure them forever. Thank you for such an incredible job!
J
Jay Sent on 08/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Jay & Jessie Owens - 19-12-2025

We honestly cannot recommend James highly enough. From the very beginning he made the whole process feel easy, relaxed, and completely stress-free. He held regular meetings with us to make sure we fully understood what was happening, talked us through the plan, and really listened to what we wanted so everything met our requirements perfectly.
On the day itself, James felt more like a friend than just our photographer. He made us feel so comfortable and at ease, which made such a huge difference and allowed us to really enjoy every moment. Nothing ever felt rushed or forced — everything flowed naturally thanks to his calm and friendly approach.
A special touch that absolutely blew us away was receiving Polaroids just hours after getting married. It was such an amazing surprise and gave us instant memories to treasure straight away — something we’ll never forget.
Since receiving and sharing the initial photos, everyone has commented on how incredible they are. The quality, emotion, and moments he captured are simply amazing. We are beyond grateful for the memories James has given us and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who truly cares about their couples and their day.
Izzy
Izzy Sent on 16/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Totally recommend!

From the moment we met James on our first call, he was so friendly and calm that it felt like we’d known him for ages. On the day itself, he instantly put us at ease and blended in so naturally with everyone on the day - in fact, many of our guests thought we’d asked a friend rather than hired a professional!

James didn’t just take photos, he really captured the feel of our wedding. Every photo reflects the emotions and all the little moments that made the day so special to us. Looking back through the photos brings everything back.

We would recommend James without hesitation to anyone looking for a photographer who is talented, relaxed, and genuinely lovely to have around on such an important day.
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 24/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible photographer!

We had SUCH a great experience with James as our photographer! From the very beginning, our he felt less like a vendor and more like a trusted friend. His communication leading up to the wedding was incredible - thoughtful, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect.

On the day, he brought a calm but fun energy that put us totally at ease. And the photos are absolutely gorgeous. Every moment and emotion has been captured beautifully.

We couldn’t recommend James more highly!
H
Hollie Sent on 25/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best photographer

When planning a wedding it can be very overwhelming. There are many decisions to make/plan.
When I was looking at photographers there are so many different styles, and many of them just wanted to sell me a product.
Then one day scrolling through Facebook I came across James and I didnt look back. James from day one made me and lee feel like we have known him a life time. James was always there for any type of advice when planning our wedding.
Once the big day arrive James made me and lee feel relaxed when I was feeling nervous.
He captured photos that I didn’t even think was possible.
James also has this incredible ability to be at your wedding but remain completely invisible while capturing some of the best photos you’ll ever see!
Regarding James we’ll leave you with this..
If you want photos get anyone to do it..but if you want memories to last a lifetime get James
It’s as simple as that
Thank you James for capturing every special moment of our special day
Lee and hollie buttle
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Meet the team

James Clarke
James Clarke
Owner

Hey, I'm James! I am the owner and lead photographer at Just James Weddings.

I believe in capturing weddings with honesty and documentation - preserving the emotions, connections, and quiet in-between moments that make your day truly yours. Through a candid, informal style and with a calm and considered presence, I blend into the background, capturing your story as it unfolds naturally while guiding you to effortless, beautiful portraits.

Every couple, every celebration is unique, and I take care to reflect that not only in the way I capture your day but also in how I edit - tailoring each gallery to the colours and tones of your wedding day flowers, and to the overall atmosphere of your wedding. My goal is to create images that don’t just show what your day looked like, but what it felt like - so that years from now, you can step back into those fleeting moments as if they were yesterday.

From the moment you enquire to the final delivery of your gallery, I’m here to make the process smooth, exciting, and completely stress-free. I believe that great photography comes from trust and connection, so I take the time to get to know you, understand your vision, and offer guidance every step of the way. Whether it’s helping with timelines, scouting the perfect portrait locations, or simply being a reassuring presence on the day, I’m committed to giving you an experience that feels effortless, personal, and truly special.

Preferred suppliers

The Venue At Sandy Cove
4.9 out of 5 rating , 131 reviews
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Orchardleigh Estate
4.9 out of 5 rating , 67 reviews
· Stately Home
Priston Mill
5.0 out of 5 rating , 57 reviews
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5.0 out of 5 rating , 175 reviews
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The Great Barn
5.0 out of 5 rating , 116 reviews
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· Hotels

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50 Fowen Cl, Street BA160FY Glastonbury (Somerset)

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