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Last update: December 2025

Hi, I’m Tess, a South London-based wedding photographer with a documentary approach and an editorial edge. I photograph weddings exactly as they unfold, the laughter, the chaos, and the quiet moments that make your day yours.

My work is mostly candid and natural, but I also love creating couple portraits and group shots that feel effortless and genuine. When it comes to the more directed parts of the day, I work closely with my couples, sharing ideas, reference images and Pinterest boards in advance so we’re on the same page about what you’d love captured. These portraits are shaped by your ideas and energy, so they still feel true to you.

I’ve photographed weddings across London, the UK, and abroad, capturing everything from small, intimate ceremonies to big, lively celebrations. I love working in the city, but I'll take an abroad beach wedding any day! My goal is always the same: to tell your story honestly and creatively.

Example Packages

Full Day Package
£2,500
Comprehensive coverage from morning prep to first dance. Includes a pre-wedding consultation, a couple shoot, group shots, one roll of 35mm film, and unlimited edited images.

Half-Day Package
£1,500
Perfect for smaller weddings or elopements. Includes 4–6 hours of coverage, a pre-wedding consultation, a couple shoot, group shots, and unlimited edited images.

Outside the UK Travel Package
from £3,000
For destination weddings and celebrations abroad. Includes full-day coverage, a pre-wedding consultation, a couple shoot, group shots, and unlimited edited images. Travel and accommodation to be covered by the client.

If you’re looking for a photographer who’ll capture your day exactly how it was, with all the delicate moments as well as all of the chaos, I’d love to hear from you.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Digital album
High resolution photos
Negatives
Other (My full-day packages include a roll of 35mm film (additional rolls can be requested with an extra charge))

What does the wedding package include?

Coverage from prep to first dance, with a pre-wedding chat, couple & group shots, a roll of 35mm film, preview edits in 2 weeks, and early access to film photos

How far in advance should I contact you?

At least 5 months before your wedding day

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Can you travel?

Yes, all of London and the surrounding areas, as well as Cardiff

What is the charge for travelling?

UK travel: However much my train ticket costs or petrol costs are. Abroad: All travel expenses, accommodation & an extra £500 for extra time taken to travel

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism
Other (I capture weddings in a documentary style with a mix of natural moments and playful, editorial posed shots)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Documentary-style wedding photography captures genuine, unposed moments, featuring playful, natural group shots and editorial-inspired, collaboratively created posed portraits

What kind of equipment do you use?

I shoot with digital medium format for fine detail, a digital camera for versatility, and a point-and-shoot film camera for authentic, timeless images

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, google Drive & WeTransfer

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?

I include a set number of hours in each package. Additional time beyond this is charged at an hourly rate, agreed in advance, so you can extend coverage if needed

What are the forms of payment?

I accept payment via bank transfer. A deposit is taken to secure your date, with the balance due before or on your wedding day

How do you work?

I work quietly and intuitively, capturing real moments as they unfold. My mix of documentary and editorial styles keeps things natural, with planning to ensure your photos feel personal

Served in

Cardiff, South East London and South West London

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Do you have any questions?

Reviews for Tess Emily Photography

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Harriett Sent on 17/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We could not have asked for more!

Tess managed to capture our day in the most beautiful way, we felt we could relive every moment. She is professional whilst also feeling that she is a friend you have known forever.
Tess saw our vision and followed what we wanted and the results were more than perfect.
We got married during a stormy day in November and wanted to highlight our love of London, our friends, family and our love for eachother and all the pictures capture this.
An extra bonus was Tess writing up a narrative piece, which we will treasure forever.
We could not recommend her more!
Anja
Anja Sent on 03/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Day with photographic memories for life

Tess went above and beyond to support us make our wedding day special. We got married during the lockdown, meaning many of our wishes had to be rethought. Tess took away our stress and made sure to make our day feel as normal as possible. She captured the joy and silliness that we were really craving. She was so gentle with our family and made sure to check in with us throughout. She stuck to budget and made sure we were confident and comfortable all day. We had a number of meetings and shared our vision on a Pinterest board. We would not hesitate to recommend her to everyone. She is a dream and a joy!
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Matt Sent on 24/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding 10th June ‘23

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Tess for a long time and have seen her wonderful photography during our friendship. When my wife and I decided to get married, there wasn’t a question who we wanted to capture our special day. Although we are friends, Tess was incredibly professional throughout the whole process. She put us and our guests at ease, which translates into photos that capture the fun we all had on that day. The editing process was approached the same professionally and we were included every step of the way. We are incredibly happy with the photos and we’re soiled for choice with the ones we chose to have printed for our wedding album, we could have used so many more if we had the space! Tess is a wonderful photographer and a wonderful person.
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Tobias Sent on 22/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Made one of the best days of our life even better

Tess is not only a wonderful photographer but a wonderful person to have around you on what is a beautiful day but what can at times be stressful. She managed to capture some beautiful moments we didn’t even think of and made us feel at ease throughout the entire day. We also had so much fun shooting our photos together away from the wedding party and she had some amazing suggestions. All in all Tess is phenomenal at her job and goes above and beyond to make the day even more special.
Ste
Ste Sent on 18/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Colourful, fun, professional and a real joy to work with

I saw Tess’s website and loved her unique, colourful wedding shots. They were alternative and cool and just what I - I mean 'we' were after. Traditional wedding shots are nice, but we also wanted something that captured the real spirit of our relationship. Tess was really interested, encouraging and completely on board with the brief. From regular wedding moments to the deliberately silly (including the ‘everyone look sad’ family shot I had always hoped for). The photos are beautiful, full of character and and just lovely. We would recommend Tess to anyone who wants a photographer who can do classic, stylish mages and at the same time alternative fun and honest. Thanks again Tess!
George
George Sent on 17/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning snaps of our special day

Tess captured all of our most important memories on our wedding day. She's got a brilliant ability to capture key moments, as well as all of the in-between parts that you'd never guess make the most amazing pictures. Tess was very communicative throughout the process and timely with delivery after the wedding. Would 100% recommend.
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Tess Seymour
Tess Seymour
Wedding Photographer

Hey, my name is Tess :) I am a trained and qualified documentary photographer with nearly 10 years of experience in wedding photography.

My diverse background in documentary and art-led training inspires my wedding photography with a distinctive flair. I eschew cheesy clichés and instead focus on real, unique moments, from intimate to wonderfully weird. I love to tell a story through my photographs, and with a sense of humour and an observant nature, I am able to capture those subtle, often-missed gems as well as your traditional shots.

I pride myself on being extremely understanding and very open-minded. Whether your wedding plans are traditional or offbeat, large or small, I'm here to seamlessly blend into your day.

Contact

Tess Seymour

London & Wales-based wedding photographer

(+44) 798 457 1064
tessemily.seymour@gmail.com
https://www.tessemilyphotography.com/

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Inglis Street SE5 9QT London - South West (South West London)

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