Ellie Hoskins Photography

I’m Ellie — a Basildon-based wedding photographer who specialises in natural, relaxed, documentary wedding photography. My focus is simple: to capture the true story of your wedding day without adding stress. If you want professional wedding photos that feel honest, warm and unforced, my approach is made for you. What makes my wedding work different is how I combine documentary observation with gentle guidance. I spend time getting to know you before the wedding so you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. On the day I’m there to record the big moments and the small ones — the laughter, the quiet glances, the chaos of family hugs — with a calm, unobtrusive presence. I work quickly and efficiently for group shots so you’re never stuck posing longer than necessary, then I’ll take you both off for a relaxed little walk to capture your couples’ pictures and give you a moment together. My background photographing for a local paper taught me how to tell a story through images — how to spot the moment, anticipate emotion and document events as they unfold. That training feeds into every wedding gallery: you’ll find candid reportage, thoughtful bridal photography and a collection of wedding photos that genuinely reflect your day rather than a set of staged portraits. I’m proud to be an Essex and Basildon wedding photographer who’s happy to travel. Whether your venue is local or further afield, I bring the same warm, friendly energy and professional focus to every celebration. Couples often tell me I’m like a stealth photographer — present but not intrusive — and that I capture moments they didn’t even notice I’d taken. While wedding photography is my core specialism, I also photograph family occasions and engagement moments when you want the same natural, relaxed style for portraits or celebrations. My priority is always the same: to make sessions comfortable, enjoyable and true to who you are. If you’d like to see more of my wedding galleries, hear about my working process, or request a free guide to help plan your wedding photography, I’d love to chat. Let’s create wedding photos that let you relive the day exactly as it felt.