Soven Amatya is an award‑winning Carshalton wedding photographer specialising in documentary-led, editorial wedding photography. He captures authentic emotions and timeless portraits that feel natural and joyful.
Hi — I’m Soven. Based in Carshalton and working across Surrey, London and beyond, I specialise in wedding photography with a documentary-led, editorial approach. My work is built around a simple belief: photographs should reflect how the day felt, not just how it looked. I aim to be present and unobtrusive, creating space for genuine moments to unfold while still guiding a few timeless portraits that sit beautifully in any album. Why choose me for your wedding in Carshalton or the surrounding areas? I’m an award-winning wedding photographer with over a decade of experience capturing diverse cultural, fusion and LGBTQIA+ celebrations. Couples trust me for my calm, warm and relaxed manner — I minimise disruption so your day can breathe, and I focus on the real human connections that make each wedding unique. My images combine the honesty of documentary storytelling with the polish of editorial portraiture, producing professional wedding photos that feel both natural and refined. My process is collaborative and personal. Before the day we’ll talk through the timings, locations and the parts of the day you most want preserved. On the wedding day I arrive prepared and attentive, watching for those split-second reactions: a laugh between siblings, a parent’s quiet tear, the electric energy on the dancefloor. I’m not there to control; my camera witnesses. After the wedding I curate a thoughtfully edited gallery and can help design a fine‑art wedding album so your story becomes a lasting family heirloom. While weddings are my core focus, I also offer engagement sessions as a gentle complement — a relaxed shoot to get used to being photographed and create a set of images you’ll love. For destination celebrations, my documentary sensibility translates beautifully: I make the place part of your story, whether that’s a local Surrey manor or a far‑flung venue. If you want wedding photography that prioritises authenticity, emotion and editorial style, I’d love to hear about your plans. Let’s have a conversation and see if we connect — the most meaningful images come from trust and a shared sense of how your day should feel.