Documentary-style wedding photographer in Canterbury. Ben captures candid, timeless wedding photos with a relaxed, unobtrusive approach—natural storytelling so you can relive your day.
Ben Toms is a specialist wedding photographer based just outside the Cathedral city of Canterbury, focused on documentary-style wedding photography that captures your day as it truly unfolds. With more than 15 years behind the camera and 500+ weddings documented, Ben brings calm experience, technical skill and a respectful presence that lets couples, families and friends enjoy the day without interruption. Why choose Ben for your wedding in Canterbury and across Kent? His work centres on authentic, candid moments rather than staged poses. Ben’s approach is relaxed and unobtrusive: he blends into the background, stays alert to emotion and light, and builds visual storytelling from the little exchanges and joyful chaos that make each celebration unique. The result is a set of images that feel honest, timeless and deeply personal — photographs that help you remember not just what happened, but how it felt. Ben’s local knowledge of Kent venues and his experience travelling for weddings mean he knows how to find the most flattering light, the best portrait spots, and how to navigate the flow of any location—whether a countryside barn, coastal ceremony or a grand historic house. He values pre-wedding conversations so he can learn about your priorities, family dynamics and the moments you care about most. This collaborative, friendly process ensures you’re relaxed in front of the camera and confident that nothing important will be missed. Beyond the wedding day, Ben personally edits each image to reflect the mood and story of your celebration, delivering a cohesive gallery of professional wedding photos you’ll enjoy sharing with family and future generations. His aim is always the same: create classic images that won’t feel dated in years to come. Ben’s photography is driven by a love of travel, people and storytelling — shaped by time living abroad and exploring nearly 100 countries. He lives with his wife, daughter and dog in a renovated cottage near Canterbury, and brings that warmth and curiosity to every wedding he photographs. If you’re looking for a Canterbury wedding photographer who specialises in candid, documentary-led wedding photography and a calm, personable service, Ben would love to hear about your plans. He takes on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure a focused, attentive experience—get in touch to start the conversation.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Coverage for smaller weddings and micro-weddings. Professionally edited photos delivered via a private online gallery.
Full-day coverage from preparations through to the evening, delivered as beautifully edited images in a private online gallery. Albums and prints available as extras.