Award-winning Burnham-on-Sea wedding photographer. Paul blends relaxed documentary storytelling with striking portraits to capture the real joy, laughter and emotion of your wedding day.
If you want a wedding photographer who feels like a friend with a camera, Paul Aston is that storytelling sidekick for couples in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset and the South West. Paul’s approach is relaxed, fun and wonderfully unobtrusive — he specialises in documentary-style wedding photography that prioritises real moments over stiff, forced posing. Whether it’s a tearful vow, an unexpected laugh or a wild dance-floor moment, Paul is always on the lookout for the small, quirky details that make your day uniquely yours. Paul fell in love with wedding photography after his first wedding in 2014 and has since photographed hundreds of weddings across Somerset, Devon and beyond — including international work. That experience means he knows how to keep a day running smoothly while staying invisible when it matters and stepping in gently when a moment needs framing. His signature mix pairs authentic, candid storytelling with a handful of artistic portraits that show your personalities without interrupting your celebrations. Working with Paul is straightforward and friendly. He likes to meet couples — often over a coffee — to get to know you and put any nerves at ease. On the day he blends into the crowd: chatting, laughing, and sometimes dancing alongside your guests so the photos feel natural and joyful. For quieter portrait time you’ll usually take a short 20-minute walk together where Paul guides relaxed prompts — walk, chat, smooch — to create genuine connection and flattering, timeless images. Paul provides beautiful, high-resolution photos delivered via an online gallery so family and friends can view and download images easily. You’ll receive a sneak peek within two weeks of your wedding, with the full gallery following in the weeks after. He’s fully insured and happy to travel; for weddings beyond a two-hour drive he may arrange to stay the night before to ensure a calm start. While weddings are Paul’s core focus, he also captures engagement moments and portraits that sit naturally alongside his wedding work. If you care about warmth, authenticity and a photographer who’ll celebrate with you rather than boss you around, Paul Aston Photography is built to tell your wedding story honestly, creatively and with a generous dose of fun.