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On Hitched.co.uk since 2022
Last update: September 2026
I've been photographing weddings in and around London for 14 years. Over 400 of them.
Most couples book me for the same reason: they want amazing photos and don't want the day to become about the photography. Especially the ones convinced they're terrible in front of a camera. I hear that a lot. It's usually not true—they've just never been photographed by someone who wasn't asking them to perform.
My approach is guided documentary. In practice, that means staying in the background for most of the day—watching, waiting, catching what happens when nobody's posing. The first dance, mid-word. Your dad losing the fight during the speeches. The quiet moment after the ceremony when it actually lands.
The portrait session is the exception: 20 to 30 minutes, built into every full-day booking, where things get a little more deliberate. Not a list of poses. A good location, some gentle direction, and enough time to get something that looks like the two of you, not a stock photo. Natural light, real expression, a bit of atmosphere - the kind of image you'd stop scrolling for.
Camera-shy couples get a pre-wedding shoot included with full-day packages, so by the time the wedding arrives, the camera's already old news.
There's also a Dry Wedding Guarantee: if weather kills the outdoor portraits on the day, I'll arrange a free reshoot.
Four consecutive Hitched Wedding Awards. Licentiate of the British Institute of Professional Photography. Packages to suit different weddings - full pricing's on my site.
The photos last longer than the flowers. Worth getting right.
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Reach out about anything you didn't see answered here—no question is too small!Reviews for Michael Willatt Photography
Professional, flexible, and truly talented: A highly recommended wedding photographer!
An Absolute Joy to Work With!
What truly sets Michael apart, though, is his incredible personality. He is so easy-going and has a natural gift for putting everyone at ease. He didn't just take photos; he made the entire process incredibly fun! He has this amazing ability to interject joy into the day, making us feel completely comfortable in front of the lens.
Our guests haven't stopped raving about him, either. Every single person we spoke to commented on how lovely he was and how much they enjoyed his presence. He felt less like a vendor and more like a part of the celebration.
The photos are absolutely fantastic. We couldn't be happier with how he captured the essence of our day. We cannot recommend Michael highly enough—he is a true professional and a wonderful person to have by your side on such a special occasion!
A moment to remember.
GREAT Photographer
Captured our day perfectly
The fact he does a pre-meet up before the wedding day to have a practice shoot really helped us relax as neither of us enjoy being in front of the camera. It also allowed us to pick what we wanted to do on the day to save time so that we could actually go and enjoy time with our friends instead.
We wanted very natural shots, mostly, which is why we picked Michael as we liked his photography style and he did not disappoint us.
Thank you for our wonderful photos!
Max
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Hi, I'm Michael.
Think of me as your professional third-wheel, your unofficial bridesmaid-man, and your ninja-in-a-nice-shirt. My mission? To capture the real, unstuffy, beautifully chaotic moments of your wedding day. I'm all about the belly laughs, the happy tears, and the "we-did-it!" high-fives. Stuffy, awkward poses are my arch-nemesis. Your genuine story is my jam.
When I'm not behind the camera, I'm probably fuelled by an alarming amount of coffee, exploring the south downs by foot or MTB, and hunting for the next moody shaft of lighty for a nifty photo op.
So if you want photos that feel as fun and authentic as your love story, let's chat.
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