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Hi, I'm Jonathan. I photograph weddings the way they actually happen — no forced poses, no endless shot lists, just the real story of your day as it unfolds.

I'm based in Newport and cover Cwmbran, Cardiff and across South Wales. My approach is simple: I hang back, watch how the day naturally flows, and photograph it. You'll be free to enjoy every moment, and by the second hour most couples forget I'm even there.

From quiet morning preparations to the last dance, I cover the whole day in natural light — with just a short window set aside for family groups and twenty unhurried minutes with the two of you, usually near sunset.

You'll get a preview gallery within 72 hours, so you don't have to wait to relive the day, then your full edited gallery in under 8 weeks — with full-resolution downloads and a personal print licence.

On the practical side: I'm a Qualified Member of the SWPP, fully insured, and I shoot with two of everything — cameras, lenses and flashes — plus dual memory cards in every camera. 180+ weddings since 2018 has taught me that the calm, dependable option is the right one, especially when the Welsh weather has other ideas.

I'd love to hear about your day :)

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding

What does the wedding package include?

"Full documentary coverage of your day, a preview gallery within 72 hours, your full edited gallery in 8 weeks, high-resolution downloads, a personal print licence and a pre-wedding planning call."

How far in advance should I contact you?

"As early as you like — I book up to three years ahead. Summer weekends often go 12+ months in advance, so get in touch early if you have a date. Short-notice enquiries are always worth asking about."

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, "Newport, Cardiff and across South Wales, plus Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, Swansea, Swindon and throughout the UK. Destination weddings welcome too."

What is the charge for travelling?

"Travel within Newport, Cwmbran and Cardiff is included. Further afield, a small mileage contribution may apply — always agreed upfront with no surprises."

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

"Documentary. I hang back and photograph the day as it actually unfolds rather than directing it. We'll talk through your day and your preferences beforehand, so nothing on the day is a surprise."

What kind of equipment do you use?

"Professional gear throughout — two of everything (cameras, lenses, flashes) plus spares. Every camera records to two memory cards at once, so a single failure never puts your photos at risk."

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, "A private online gallery with full-resolution downloads and print ordering."

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 hour

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

"Additional hours are charged at a flat hourly rate, agreed in advance. If the day runs over unexpectedly, we'll sort it out sensibly afterwards — no clock-watching on your wedding day."

What are the forms of payment?

"A 25% deposit secures your date, with the balance due one month before the wedding. Payment by bank transfer, and I'm happy to arrange instalments if that helps."

How do you work?

"Calmly and quietly. We plan beforehand so I know your day, then I stay out of the way and let it happen — a short window for family groups, twenty unhurried minutes with the two of you, that's it."

Reviews for Newport Photo Company

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Ian Sent on 13/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you so much Jonathan !

We couldn’t recommend Jonathan Firin from Newport Photo Company highly enough!

From the moment we first met Jonathan, he was professional, friendly and made us feel completely at ease. On our wedding day, he captured all the special moments beautifully, from the big emotional moments to all the little details and candid shots we might otherwise have missed.

The photos are absolutely stunning and bring back so many wonderful memories of our wedding day. Jonathan was fantastic throughout the whole process and made everything feel relaxed and effortless.

Thank you so much for helping make our wedding day so special and for giving us photographs that we will treasure forever.

Highly recommended!
Mary & Ian
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Newport Market (The Market) High St, Newport NP20 1FX NP20 1FX Newport (Cardiff)

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