Ian Jones is a Canterbury-based wedding photographer specialising in unobtrusive, reportage-style images. Calm, prepared and offering gentle direction, he captures authentic moments with "passion not fashion."
Ian Jones is a Kent-based wedding photographer whose work is shaped by three decades of professional experience and a clear belief: passion not fashion. Based in Canterbury and covering the South East, London and further afield, Ian specialises in wedding photography with a reportage, real-life approach that favours honest, unscripted moments. His style is classic with a modern twist — photographs that feel both elegant and true to the day. Why choose Ian? His career includes award-winning editorial and royal commissions, and that discipline informs everything he does for couples. The same rigour, discretion and calm that took him inside high-profile events is applied to every wedding: rigorous preparation, an unobtrusive presence, and a readiness to be everywhere while remaining invisible. Couples consistently praise not only his images but the way he works — as calm, entertaining and kind — putting guests at ease so real emotions blossom naturally. What makes his approach special is a focus on atmosphere and authenticity. Ian steps back to capture laughter, glances and the quiet in-between moments, offering gentle direction only when needed to enhance a scene. He treats each wedding as a landmark occasion, attentive to detail and respectful of the flow of the day. The result is a collection of photographs that tell the story of the wedding — from bridal preparations and ceremony to reception and evening celebrations — without staged artifice. How Ian works with clients is personal and professional. He invests time in listening to your plans, understanding what matters most and tailoring his presence to the feel of your day. Whether an intimate family gathering or a grand celebration in a stately home, Ian and his hand-picked team operate with discretion and warmth, creating an atmosphere in which everyone can relax. Final images are carefully edited and delivered with the same care that he brings to photographing the event itself. If you want wedding photography rooted in experience, sensitivity and a genuine documentary eye, Ian Jones offers a dependable, refined service from Canterbury and throughout the UK. No wedding is too big or small — Ian brings calm, preparation and an affection for the true moments that make your day unforgettable.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
2-hour ceremony-only coverage focusing on the service and immediate group/portrait shots. Prices from £495.
6 hours photography covering arrival of guests, ceremony and reception. 300–400 fully edited photographs delivered via online gallery with unlimited downloads.
Premium full-day wedding coverage including bridal preparations through to evening and first/sixth dance. 500+ fully edited photographs delivered digitally with an online gallery and print-on-demand store.