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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: February 2025

Hi, I'm Tom, an award winning Kent wedding photographer based in Maidstone, offering candid and natural wedding photography for loved up couples.

I keep vibes chilled, ensuring you and your loved ones feel at ease, so I can capture genuine emotions and spontaneous moments.

I understand the importance of capturing those one off special shots full of big emotions as well as the planned details that make your wedding day unique.

My approach as a wedding photographer is to tell your story and capture the magic of the day. I deliver high-quality photos that you will look back on for years to come and treasure forever.

I'm a recommended photographer at some beautiful Kent wedding venues and pride myself in delivering high quality photos that my couples cherish.

Check out my reviews from my happy couples on Hitched and contact me to have a chat about your big day!

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Photocall
Other (Fancy something a bit different? I have vintage film and digital cameras, vintage lens and a portable instax printer. I'd always up for providing something unique)

What does the wedding package include?

Pre wedding consultation, advice and guidance on the lead up to the wedding. Full day coverage on wedding day. Online gallery. You can add: second photographer, photo books, prints and wall art

How far in advance should I contact you?

I tend to be booked 18 months to 2 years in advance, so once you have secured a date or have a date in mind contact me and we can have a chat. I can offer advice and guidance and recommend suppliers

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, kent Sussex Surrey Essex London

What is the charge for travelling?

Depends on distance if South of UK this is usually covered in my price but if you have something in mind contact me for a bespoke quote

What style of photos do you take?

Photo journalism
Other

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I capture natural moments but I also like to get artist couple shots so you can have something to put on the wall

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use professional grade full frame cameras. I have backups, lights, speed lites, stands etc. Umbrellas in case it rains (this is the UK!) I don't use everything all of the time but there if needed

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, i deliver my photos via an online gallery that you can share with friends and family, includes a slideshow, you can order prints and download the high res photos

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?

Team of Professionals

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?

My price includes coverage for the whole day and I don't work by the hour. We would meet to agree a rough time and then I am available on the day to capture everything as it happens

What are the forms of payment?

When you book I email you a contract and invoice, with seamless online payment options. It's a £250 deposit and the balance is due until a month before the wedding. You can also pay be instalments

How do you work?

I have a chilled approach and capture the moments as they happen. The only part of the day where I become noticed is usually the formal group shots when some "crowd control" is required!
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Reviews for Tom Cullen Photography

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Tasha
Tasha Sent on 21/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer out there!!

Tom is not only a fantastic and outstanding photographer but also the most caring, thoughtful and calm person! He listened to all our needs and made the plan for the day effortless and easy to understand. Points of the day, I had even forgot about certain shots I asked for, but he remembered. We felt so comfortable and relaxed around him, making the photos look natural and effortless, exactly what we wanted! And the editing is above anything I have ever seen, you can tell the attention to detail and effort he puts into every photo and I’m so glad we found you for our wedding day! Thank you
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Beth Sent on 24/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Photographer

Tom was our photographer at our wedding on 29.12.24 and I cannot recommend him enough! Not only was he the biggest hype man on the day making myself and my husband feel like a million dollars but he was the most amazing director - being able to herd over 85 guests into a group picture is not an easy task but he did it with ease!

The pictures he took were incredible - so much thought and detail went into them and he ensured he stuck to (huge) list I gave him and captured a few amazing evening shots with some sparklers!

We honestly can't thank / recommend him enough to anyone and would use him again in a heartbeat!
Amy
Amy W. Sent on 18/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful photographer!!

Tom captured our wedding in August last summer and we could not have asked for a better photographer! Not only did he go above and beyond to get the perfect shot, but he took the time to understand exactly the vibe we wanted and to get to know us! He was very accommodating, even when we made last minute changes! As two people who are usually a bit camera shy, Tom really put us at ease and made the whole process really special.
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Alex Sent on 13/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Pro, Funny, Tall and a legend!

10/10 Unreal Photographer! Would recommend.

Tom photographed our wedding in October and I have to say he did an incredible job. On top of capturing unreal photos, he was a big part in making sure that the day went smoothly with his chilled out personality and organisation skills. We had so many of our family and friends say what an amazing job he did.

Before choosing Tom we had a Zoom call to run through the types of photos and style we wanted. There was no point where I felt pressured or compelled to proceed as we did with other photographers. However, one call was all we needed and we were sold!

We also had a videographer on the day, Tom worked incredibly well with him to make things streamlined.

We got a small selection of photos around a week after our wedding to use for Social Media and Thank You cards.

When we received the full album we were taken back with how amazing the photos were. We had a good mix of classic, candid, creative and experimental photos.

Thank you Tom!
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Elliot Sent on 03/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best photographer for the best day of our lives

We are so happy we chose Tom as our wedding photographer. The photos were absolutely beautiful and a stunning representation of our special day. We loved receiving our sneak peek photos just hours after the wedding, and the full set have been admired by all our guests.

With constant communication, two meetings and an on-site photo shoot prior to the wedding, we felt very comfortable with Tom going into the wedding.

As well as the brilliant photos, Tom was also incredibly friendly, popular with our guests and understanding of all of our wishes for the day.
Bethany
Bethany Sent on 18/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

An incredible photographer!!

Tom is an incredible photographer! He asked us what our wishes were before the wedding and listened to everything we wanted, but also advised us on the best places to have our photos taken at the best times too. Tom made us feel so comfortable and the day wouldn’t have been the same without him. The outcome of the photos are absolutely stunning and I would highly recommend Tom!
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Jordan Sent on 17/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

Tom was the best photographer we could have asked for. He put us at ease the entire day and our guests loved him. The photos that he has sent us are so beautiful that we struggle to pick our favourites! We will recommend him to anyone we know getting married!
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Emily Sent on 14/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Would highly recommend!

Tom was absolutely amazing and we would highly recommend him! He took the care before our big day to get to know us and understand what we had planned throughout our day so every special moment was captured. Tom was a delight to have as part of our wedding day and the photos are stunning which we’ll treasure forever!
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Hannah Sent on 08/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer out there!

Tom photographed our wedding at Millbridge Court on the 19th Sept, we first met him at a friends wedding and knew straight away we would book him up for our own. We are so glad we did, from the discovery calls to the big day itself, he was so kind, accommodating and caring, nothing was ever too much for him and he worked so hard to get the perfect shots of us and our day. Even if that did mean he ran with us up a hill to chase the sunset resulting in the most amazingly timed golden hour shots.
His camera work perfectly frames not only the day itself but everyone’s emotions, his candid techniques really bring such a natural feel. We are beyond happy with our photos and are so glad we booked Tom, he really has captured a lifetime of memories for us and our friends & family. Highly recommend!!
Thank you so much Tom, we have loved working with you.
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Abi M. Sent on 06/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best photos

Me and my husband both hate posing for photos yet somehow with Tom as our photographer we were able to relax and enjoy it and create magical memories of the best day of our lives. Honestly could not have wished for better photos considering how much I normally dislike photos of myself in particular I honestly felt beautiful in the creations provided to us by Toms photography. 10/10 definitely recommend
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Abigail Sent on 06/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Day!

Tom was amazing and made us feel at ease all day. we felt like we could have a laugh and generally just have fun! Our guests loved him, he was super chatty with them all. Tom was also over the moon to photograph our dogs which was a must for us!
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Georgina Sent on 27/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

If you want an amazing wedding photographer then Tom is your person!

Tom Cullen was our photographer for our wedding in November 2023 at The Ravenswood.

After speaking to several wedding photographers it was clear that Tom stood out from the rest. We met him on a number of occasions leading up to the wedding day - from an online Zoom call where we could ask him any questions that came to mind to meeting up in person a few months before the big day so we could show him around our wedding venue. Having never visited our venue before, within minutes of arriving Tom found fantastic shots we would never have thought of. The visit was also a great opportunity to show Tom the features of the venue we loved.

The photographs from the wedding day itself are absolutely stunning. Tom captured the day perfectly and his photographs really took our breath away. His candid style of working meant that we honestly did not notice him (aside from the posed photographs where he was a great coordinator) and he was able to capture some beautiful natural moments.

As well as being a magnificent photographer, Tom is also a lovely person who was a joy to work with. A great communicator who was able to manage a variety of personalities on the day. All of our guests commented on how friendly and approachable he was. We would highly recommend Tom to anyone looking for a photographer.
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Daniel Sent on 28/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A truly amazing photographer

When we first spoke to Tom we knew he was the right photographer for us. We really liked the way he worked and knew he would fit into our day perfect. Tom was absolutely amazing on the day and captured our day beautifully from start to finish. From our “posed” pictures to blending in the background to capture some lovely natural shots Tom really was professional throughout the whole day. Thank you Tom for all your hard work, for capturing our day beautifully and for being our photographer. You truly are the best :-) love Lauren and Daniel
Jenni
Jenni Sent on 21/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic!!

We loved Tom's portfolio of photos so we met with him. We loved him as we felt like he understood exactly what we wanted from our wedding photos. On the day, he blended in with our guests and had lots of fun with everyone. He was very accommodating with group photos and add ons that we hadn’t anticipated. He had great ideas for couple photos and we loved that his photos were so natural and just of us and our family and friends enjoying themselves. We would highly recommend Tom if you are looking for an awesome wedding photographer who takes beautiful natural photos! The photos he took at our wedding are everything we wanted and more!
Emily
Emily Sent on 16/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Photographer

We were lucky enough to have Tom Cullen as our Photographer for our wedding, and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we met at our first wedding fair, it was evident that we were dealing with a true master.

Tom has an uncanny ability to capture moments that are not just photographs but pieces of art. Every shot he took seemed to have a magical quality to it, as if he had a special lens that could capture the essence of the moment in its purest form. His attention to detail was impeccable, and he had a knack for finding the perfect angle, lighting, and composition for each shot.

I am not comfortable in front of a camera, but Tom put us at ease and made the photography element for us feel effortless and so enjoyable.

The end result exceeded our wildest dreams. The photos he captured are not just images but memories frozen in time, each one telling a story of love, joy, and laughter. We are eternally grateful to Tom for his incredible work and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a wedding photographer.

Thank you, Tom, for giving us the gift of these beautiful memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
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Tom Cullen Photography Real Weddings

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23 photos · 10/08/2024
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16 Mar
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Free entry to the Bradbourne House wedding showcase. Come and meet me and other local wedding suppliers at this stunning Kent wedding venue.

Date: From 16/03/2025 to 16/03/2025 Schedule 11:00 - 15:00
Place: Bradbourne House, East Malling, Kent

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10 Florence Road ME16 8EN Maidstone (Kent)

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