Matt Godman is an award‑winning documentary wedding photographer in Berkhamsted. He captures relaxed, unposed wedding photos that tell the true story of your day with a calm, unobtrusive approach.
Simple. Natural. Beautiful. That’s the philosophy behind Matt Godman Wedding Photography. Based in Berkhamsted and photographing weddings across the UK for over a decade, Matt specialises in documentary wedding photography that prioritises real emotion over staged poses. If you want a wedding day photographer who lets you enjoy your celebrations while creating professional wedding photos that feel honest and timeless, Matt is the specialist to trust. Why choose Matt? He brings an award‑winning eye and a fine art background to every wedding, searching for the smiles, laughs, and small details that make your day uniquely yours. Matt’s work is rooted in a belief that the best photographs happen when people are relaxed and present. Rather than directing or organising contrived moments, he blends quietly into the background to capture the story of the day as it unfolds — candid, sincere and beautifully composed. What makes his approach special is its consistency: relaxed, natural and unobtrusive. Matt avoids the “perform for the camera” approach and instead focuses on authentic interactions between couples, family and friends. His documentary style is ideal for couples who value atmosphere and feeling in their wedding photos, and who want a visual record that reflects the real rhythm of their day. How Matt works with couples is straightforward and supportive. From an initial planning conversation through to delivery of your images, he aims to make the experience calm and enjoyable. He listens to your day’s plans, fits in with your schedule, and offers practical advice when needed — all while staying out of the way so you can be fully present. The result is a collection of professional wedding photos that tell your story, not someone else’s idea of a picture‑perfect day. Matt loves what he does: photography has been his passion since youth, and after more than 14 years photographing weddings he still considers it a privilege to share such important days. Based in Berkhamsted and available across the UK, Matt Godman offers specialist wedding photography for couples who want real moments, honest emotion and images they’ll treasure for a lifetime.