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Last update: November 2025

Hey there, lovebirds! 📸❤️ I'm Luke, your friendly neighborhood wedding photographer and all-around fun enthusiast! 🎉📷 based in Brackley, Northamptonshire and I shoot weddings throughout Oxfordshire, Warwickshire , Bedfordshire , Gloucestershire , Buckinghamshire , West Midlands , Berkshire and throughout the Cotswolds , but totally happy to travel further too! I love exploring new destinations and venues for weddings, its one of the perks of the job!

Picture this: A guy who can't resist a slice of wedding cake, has a dance move for every beat, and believes that laughter is the secret ingredient to perfect photos. That's me in a nutshell!

I'm all about making your wedding day a blast, filled with laughter, and brimming with love. I'm the guy who'll be there to capture your goofy grins, your heartfelt hugs, and even that epic dance-off between Uncle Bob and Aunt Carol. Every wedding is a unique love story, and I'm here to ensure that your story shines bright through my lens.

When I'm not behind the lens, you'll find me geeking out over the latest camera gear, trying to recreate the perfect pizza at home, or convincing myself that I can dance like no one's watching (even though I know everyone's watching). 💃🕺 But no matter where I am, I'm always thinking about how to make your wedding photos as epic as the day itself.

So, if you're looking for a photographer who's more than just a camera-wielding ninja (though I've got the ninja moves down too), let's chat! Let's turn your special day into a fantastic adventure filled with beautiful memories and, of course, stunning photos. Let's make some magic together! ✨💍📸

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

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

What does the wedding package include?

Getting ready bride and groom preparation through to dance floor, pre-wedding shoot included within 25 miles of NN13, beautifully presented storage box with USB of 650+ images

How far in advance should I contact you?

Honestly, its best to contact me straight away. I book up almost 2 years ahead so realistically, as soon as you have that date and venue booked give me a shout! :)

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, oxfordshire, Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, Bedfordshire, Gloucestershire, Buckinghamshire, West Midlands, Berkshire and throughout the Cotswolds & the rest of the UK

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel for the wedding day is included in both full day packages. 45p per mile for pre-wedding shoot locations over 25 miles from NN13

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

My photography is natural, romantic and documentary; I like to make you feel like i'm a friend at the wedding that happened to bring his camera! You'll also find me INSIDE the dance floor later on!

What kind of equipment do you use?

Nikon Z8 & Fast Prime Lenses

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, pixieset

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

3 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?

No

How do you charge extra time?

I don't usually need to stay longer at a wedding as if I do its been discussed prior to the wedding day. This can be added on at an hourly rate before hand if required

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer or Credit / Debit Card

How do you work?

I like to make sure you feel comfortable first and foremost but not just you, your guests too! When people are relaxed around me, this is when I am able to capture the natural, candid moments

Served in

Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire

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Reviews for Luke Hardy Photography

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Laura Sent on 18/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best in the Business

Without a shadow of a doubt Luke was our best wedding investment. A view shared not only by my Husband and I but also our whole wedding party.

He made each and every person in the room feel seen, in a way in which they felt comfortable with. He is kind, funny and BEYOND talented.

We adore our wedding photos that have beautifully captured so much magic. There is joy bursting out of each picture, and Luke has wonderfully showcased people’s personalities in such a special way.

Luke doubled up not only as our wedding photographer but also as a coordinator on the day, providing crucial advice and support. He really does go above and beyond and we cannot thank him enough.

Leading up to our wedding Luke was approachable, responsive and always calm. The day before we got married my grandad was taken unwell and sadly could only attend our ceremony. I rang Luke a little panicked asking him to prioritise family photos. He listened and delivered the most STUNNING shots. Allowing me precious time with my grandad and beautifully/respectfully capturing it all. I will treasure his photos forever.

Luke you are brilliant beyond words and we could not shout about you enough. Thank you!!! X
Emily
Emily Sent on 21/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We couldn't have asked for a better wedding photographer!

We loved Luke's style as soon as we found his work, and we decided to book his hybrid photography and videography package for our wedding last Saturday.

We had our pre-shoot in June 2024, which was such a good inclusion as it helped us feel at ease in front of the camera. Plus, we came away with some stunning shots that we used as part of our wedding website and table plan.

On the wedding day itself, Luke was amazing, not just at taking photos/videos, but he was so helpful too - he gave us some great advice throughout the day, passed us tissues when we needed them during the ceremony, and even buttoned up my dress for me when my bridal party was struggling! Luke was with us from getting ready until golden hour, and he got on really well with both us and our guests. The group photos were done very efficiently and for the rest of the day, our guests hardly noticed he was there.

We were so happy to receive our sneak preview photos while we were still eating our wedding breakfast, and they are absolutely incredible - we can't wait to receive our full album and video! Thank you so, so much for capturing and being a part of our special day!
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Harry Sent on 18/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect memories of the perfect day!

We’ve just gone through all the photos from the wedding and all we can say is that they are stunning. You’ve absolutely captured the magic of the best day of our lives and we are so incredibly grateful to have these to keep forever. You smashed it, from the pre wedding shoot to the first dance everything you captured was exactly what we hoped for. Thanks for being brilliant!

All the best
Harry & Beth
Lauren
Sent on 28/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best photographer in the business

Oh my goodness I don’t even know where to start! We were so so happy with Luke from start to finish.

We knew instantly that Luke was the photographer for us during our initial call. He was so friendly and helpful from the get go.

He also helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera (which are not!). We’re both quite camera shy and a little awkward and the thought of our photos being taken was terrifying us a little bit. We loved the fact that the pre wedding shoot was included in the cost as this gave us an opportunity to get to know Luke better in person and get comfortable with him taking our photos and how he works ahead of the wedding. So when he arrived on the morning of the wedding, it was just like having another friend with us.

Luke was fantastic during the wedding day. All of our wedding guests absolutely loved him as he just fit in perfectly. It honestly didn’t feel like he was our photographer, but rather like having an additional guest.

Luke also makes sure that you have a little sneak peek of your photos waiting for you in your inbox at the end of the night which was such a nice tough! The photos that we’ve had back already are amazing and I cannot wait to get the rest! I can’t stop looking at them.

I cannot recommend Luke enough.

Thank you so so much Luke!
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Molly Sent on 24/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Could not recommend more!

Luke is incredible. The day of our wedding was the second time we had met him, the first time being our engagement photos… but he made us feel like we had known him a life time. He made us feel so comfortable to be around and it just seemed like we had one of our really good friends photographing us. He understood everything that we wanted and went above and beyond..we even had sneak peaks to look at by the end of the wedding day. All of our friends and family commented on how lovely, adaptable and genuine he was and how he could just fit into the crowd/audience. Our wedding day was a perfect day to us and Luke had a big part to play in the smooth running of it, but still capturing all the unforgettable memories perfectly. We can’t thank-you enough Luke and we will recommend you to anyone and everyone!
Love,
The Carrolls
Bethany
Bethany Sent on 20/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An Exceptional Wedding Photographer

We booked Luke as our wedding photographer, and it was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. Initially, we were both a bit nervous about having our photos taken, but Luke immediately put us at ease. The pre-wedding shoot was incredibly helpful, allowing us to get to know Luke and become comfortable in front of the camera.

Luke is exceptionally talented, and the photos he provided are absolutely stunning—we are over the moon with them! On the day of the wedding, Luke was like another bridesmaid, even helping with the tricky buttons on the sleeves of my dress. Nothing was too much for him, and his dedication and support made our day even more memorable.

Thank you, Luke, for capturing our wedding so beautifully!
EMMIE
Emmie Sent on 14/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Carter & Emmie (24.03.2025)

We honestly can’t say thank you enough to Luke Hardy for being such a huge part of our wedding day and capturing it so perfectly.

From the moment we came across Luke’s work, we fell in love with his candid photography style. His photos feel so natural and full of emotion—exactly what we were looking for. His package was also one of the best we came across, and we really appreciated the free engagement shoot included—it helped break the nerves and gave us a chance to get comfortable in front of the camera.

Luke was friendly, supportive, and put us at ease straight away. We got married at Dodford Manor Barn, where Luke had shot many weddings before, and it made such a difference. He knew all the best spots and helped the day run so smoothly.

As a bride who struggles with anxiety, I found the morning of the wedding quite tough. Luke was absolutely amazing—he made sure I was okay, talked everything through with me, and took care of me completely. I couldn’t have asked for a kinder, more reassuring presence.

All our guests commented on how lovely Luke was and how comfortable he made everyone feel. A few even said they barely noticed he was there—which, for a candid style photographer, is the dream!
We’ve had so many compliments about Luke’s photos and we truly love every single one. Thank you again, Luke—you captured our day better than we ever could’ve imagined.

With love,
Carter & Emmie (24.03.2025) x
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 01/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The Perfect Wedding Photographer!

We knew we wanted Luke to capture our wedding as soon as we saw his stunning photos! From the first contact we had with him, to the pre-wedding shoot, from helping in every way possible on the day, to photographing in a professional, relaxing and unobtrusive way. We cannot recommend him enough. If you are reading this, just book Luke now!
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Saskia Sent on 29/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Book Luke!

We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer than Luke Hardy! As someone who’s usually camera-shy, I was quite nervous, but Luke’s kind and calming presence immediately put me at ease. He has a natural talent for making you feel comfortable, and his candid photography style is simply stunning. If you love authentic, in-the-moment shots, Luke is your guy!

The engagement shoot included in our wedding package was such a fantastic idea. It gave us a chance to get to know Luke’s style and feel more confident in front of the camera. On our wedding day, Luke was incredible. He mingled effortlessly with our guests, was loved by everyone, and even stayed later than expected to capture more special moments.

Thank you, Luke, for being such a wonderful part of our big day. We highly recommend you to anyone looking for a photographer who brings warmth, professionalism, and incredible talent!






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Mollie Sent on 20/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

Luke was absolutely fantastic. He went above and beyond. Highly recommend!!
Emma
Emma Sent on 03/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

AMAZING! Thankyou so much!

Luke, thankyou so much for everything! Firstly our pre wedding shoot was amazing and we both felt super comfortable like we had known you personally for years - secondly, our wedding day, absolutely beautiful, you were a great addition to our day and was just like having a brilliant friend celebrating with us. We can’t wait to see our pictures (thankyou for the sneak peak!!!)
You done everything we wanted from sooo many natural pictures and following requests of what we wanted… you are amazing. Would recommend to anyone. Thankyou. Xxx
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Rebecca Sent on 26/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Just WOW!!!

Luke, where do I start?
We are honestly blown away by your work. I booked you almost 2 years prior to our big day and the time it came around I felt like we were good friends! Throughout, you always were answering questions, sending me info, tips, advise for the venue as you practically live there 😂. Then came the pre wedding photoshoot, we felt so comfortable around you and really it just felt like we all met up for a nice Sunday walk! Once we received these photos it confirmed we chose you for a reason and that reason is your work is incredible. The photos were so beautiful yet so natural. Then came the big day, you arrived nice and early and nothing was too much. I remember so clearly you kept checking my glass was full and just made sure I was having a great time. You slotted right in and I felt like you was just part of the wedding party! Throughout the day it was all very relaxed and you made sure we had fun constantly. The photos confirm this as all we are doing is laughing! I had so many comments from guests about how great you were and now they've seen the pictures they are blown away, as are we! We couldn't believe the amount of photos we received and we are in love with all of them! There wasn't a single thing that was missed and you captured so many beautiful moments which I can now relive or see for the first time! Honestly Luke, we are in love with our photos and I will be forever grateful. Booked you as a photographer but will stay in touch forever! X
Sophie
Sophie Sent on 04/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

We couldn’t be happier that we chose Luke to be our wedding photographer. From the very beginning of the process, he was helpful, friendly, and nothing was too much trouble. This combined with the sharing of his knowledge and experience, all attributed towards what was a most welcome calming influence on us.

We had a pre-wedding shoot with Luke which was such a nice opportunity to meet him before the big day and really put us at ease with having our photos taken. This made us more comfortable when it came to the wedding day, so we were very grateful for this addition Luke includes in his wedding photo package. These photos turned out great and it made us extra excited for what Luke would be able to capture on our wedding day.

Luke was so likeable that he felt like a guest, and because of this he managed to capture the most special candid photos, as well as the more traditional ones. We had so many compliments from our guests with how friendly and approachable he was and this comfort they felt with him really reflects in the photos he captured.

During the pre-wedding shoot and wedding day itself, Luke was so imaginative and shared many ideas which has resulted in hundreds of amazing photos that we will always treasure.
His communication throughout has been exemplary, we were always aware of the progress and timeframes throughout the process. We opted for the hybrid package which included a beautifully made video, and we are so glad we did as there were so many incredible moments that we can relive. He even sent us the audio he captured of all 5 speeches, which typifies the above and beyond attitude we received from Luke.
We would absolutely recommend Luke for your big day!
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Sarah Sent on 22/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best decision you could make for your wedding, would be to book Luke Hardy

I can't recommend Luke highly enough. From the first phone call we had with him we knew we'd made the right decision. Not only are his photos beautiful, he is such a great guy to have around. He made two very awkward people feel very at ease and made us laugh a lot. It was like having a friend at the wedding taking our photographs.

The test shoot was so much fun and he understood what worked for us and what we felt comfortable with. On the morning of the wedding he sorted us both out and made me feel calm whilst quietly taking photos of us all. He even produced a needle and thread when my sister in laws dress ripped.

We couldn't be happier with the photos, he captured the essence of the day from start to finish. The formal ones are just beautiful and he really captured the fun of the party. Hire Luke.

Tom & Sarah
Emily
Emily Sent on 28/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic - would highly recommend Luke to anyone!

We would highly recommend Luke to anyone – he was fantastic in the lead up to and on our wedding day. During the pre-shoot, he made us feel comfortable and got some fantastic pictures of both us and the dog and really got to know us – this made a huge difference on the day itself.
On the day, Luke fully embraced the chaos of the wedding morning (and our wedding bus!) and fitted in fantastically with both the wedding party and our family and friends. He made sure we got a real range of shots, was great at grabbing us for photos at the right time (making sure we did not miss too much of the party!) and sent through our preview photos on the same day, which are incredible.
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