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Last update: May 2026
Your low-key third wheel with a camera 😄
Hey, I’m Shani - a London wedding photographer capturing candid moments for couples who want their day documented exactly as it felt. I have a genuine knack for making people feel comfortable, seen, heard and I pour this into every wedding I capture. It's always more than just photos...
Based in London, I photograph weddings across the UK and beyond, specialising in relaxed, documentary style wedding photography. My approach is simple: I let the real moments unfold naturally, so your images genuinely reflect your love story and the coming together of your worlds.
I blend seamlessly into your day and have often been described as “another wedding guest.” My calm, friendly presence helps you and your guests feel completely at ease, resulting in as-it-felt, joyful photographs with all the beautiful in-between moments you might have otherwise missed whilst you were busy... getting married. I'm also known to shake a leg on the dancefloor, camera in tow of course!
I would describe my style as a fusion of vibrant colour with a strong dose of rich black and white tones, creating modern, timeless wedding images that you will turn to for many years to come. Every image is intentional and captures real emotion in a way that feel both elegant and authentic.
Whether you’re planning a London wedding, a UK celebration, or a destination wedding abroad, I’m here to document it honestly and beautifully. From wonderfully intimate weddings to large-scale two day wedding celebrations - I've got you covered.
Let’s get you one step closer to “I do.”
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I’m the kind of person who’ll tear up during your vows, laugh along with your guests, and quietly capture all the in between moments without ever making things feel staged or awkward. Most of the time, you’ll find me blending in so naturally that people assume I’m just another guest (camera in hand, of course).
I didn’t fall in love with photography because of perfectly posed images - it’s the unplanned moments that facsinate me. The way your hands find each other without thinking, the hug that lasts a second longer than expected, the chaos, the calm, the joy… all of it. That’s what I’m there for, that's what I love.
When I’m not photographing weddings, I’m usually trying to make my little people laugh, cuddling my dog or playing netball whilst claiming I'm not competitive in the slightest (I think it's safe to say that I might be!). For me, the small things like watching the sun set, or drinking a hot coffee in silence mean everything. And it's kind of no wonder I've ended up as a Photographer of many love stories.
I’ll gently guide you when you need it, but mostly I’ll give you the space to just be present. Because the best photos happen when you’re not thinking about the camera at all.
At the end of it all, I want you to look back at your photos and feel your day, not just see it.
If that sounds like your kind of thing, I’d love to hear all about your wedding plans.