James Davies Wedding Photography

If you want wedding photography that feels honest, effortless and true to your day, James Davies is a Broadstairs-based specialist who shoots with a quiet, documentary eye. James has spent more than a decade building a style that favours natural moments over staged poses — staying low-profile so you can enjoy the day while he captures the laughter, nerves and small details that tell your story. Why choose James? His approach is relaxed and professional: he blends into the background, anticipates moments and looks for the real emotion between people. That calm, unobtrusive presence helps even camera-shy couples feel at ease, so the portraits and candid frames that follow are genuinely reflective of how your day felt. After the wedding James edits in a filmic style designed to keep skin tones natural and images timeless rather than trendy. How James works with couples is simple and supportive. Before the wedding you’ll have a pre-meeting — in person or online — to talk timings, favourite shots and the flow of the day. On the wedding day he focuses on reportage-style coverage while carving out a short, relaxed portrait session for the two of you and organising any essential group photos quickly and efficiently. Throughout he aims to create a friendly atmosphere so photos feel like a natural part of the day, not a disruption. Based in Broadstairs and regularly photographing weddings across Kent, London and the South East, James knows local venues and how to find great light and meaningful backdrops at any time of year. Couples benefit from a private online gallery, professional editing, and full ownership of their images so they can print and share as they wish. For couples who want photos and film together, James also offers combined packages alongside trusted videography partners — this is presented as an optional way to add cinematic coverage to your wedding day, with photography remaining his primary focus. Whether you’re planning an intimate coastal ceremony in Broadstairs or a larger celebration across Kent, James’s documentary-led, relaxed approach delivers wedding photos that feel authentic, warm and made to last.