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Tanli Joy is a Cotswolds-based wedding photographer known for her relaxed, documentary-led approach to photographing weddings. Her work focuses on capturing genuine moments as they naturally unfold, allowing couples to experience their day fully while the real emotion, atmosphere and connection are quietly documented.

Working in a largely unobtrusive style, Tanli photographs most of the wedding day as it happens — the laughter, the small in-between moments, the energy of family and friends, and the fleeting expressions that often become the most treasured memories. Alongside this natural storytelling approach, she also creates a small number of relaxed portraits, ensuring couples have beautiful photographs together without anything feeling overly staged or formal.

Her editing style is clean, bright and true to life. Colours remain natural to the day, with subtle enhancement to bring vibrancy and warmth while avoiding heavy editing trends that can quickly date.

Based in the Cotswolds, Tanli photographs weddings throughout the region and across the UK. She offers simple, carefully designed wedding photography coverage that tells the full story of the day — from the quiet anticipation of morning preparations through to the celebrations on the dance floor.

Couples receive their photographs in a carefully curated online gallery, with the option to order professional prints and beautifully crafted albums so their memories can be preserved and enjoyed for years to come.

With a calm and reassuring presence, Tanli’s approach helps couples feel comfortable in front of the camera, allowing their personalities and relationships to shine through in photographs that feel natural, joyful and authentic.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Albums
Mini albums
High resolution photos
Photocall

What does the wedding package include?

Pre wedding chat Full day coverage from bridal prep to after the first dance 5 large mounted prints Approx 600 individually edited images Online gallery with unlimited downloads

How far in advance should I contact you?

I take bookings well in advance, but also at short notice depending if the day is available. I'd say at least a year in advance would be good

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, the Cotswolds

What is the charge for travelling?

I generally shoot in the Cotswolds region

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography
Other

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Yes, i work particularly well with couples that feel awkward when having their photos taken. I love for personalities to shine through in photos, and i have an innovative way of of encouraging this

What kind of equipment do you use?

Nikon mirrorless cameras

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, secure online gallery

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 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?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

An hourly rate, but it depends on how much extra time is needed

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer on an invoice

How do you work?

95% of your day is shot unobtrusively, using a ‘documentary style’ approach. I blend in and shoot the day as it unfolds. I don’t boss you about and I don’t take over

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Ashcroft Gardens, GL7 1RD Cirencester (Gloucestershire)

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