Celia Manders Photography

Celia Manders is a Chelmsford-based wedding specialist whose work focuses on capturing the honest emotion and quiet moments that make each wedding unique. As a dedicated wedding photographer, Celia combines a documentary eye with subtle, considered direction to create images that feel natural, personal and timeless. Her aim is to deliver professional wedding photos that look and feel like your day—not a staged version of it. Why choose Celia Manders Photography? Couples appreciate Celia’s calm presence and attentive approach. She listens to what matters most—those fleeting looks, the laughter between family members, the details you’ve spent months planning—and honours them with imagery that prioritises authenticity over posed perfection. The result is a collection of wedding photos that tell a coherent, emotional story of your day, from the small, intimate moments to the big, joyful celebrations. Celia’s process is designed to put you at ease. She invests time in understanding your vision and the pace of your celebration, helping to shape a relaxed atmosphere where natural moments can unfold. On the wedding day she works unobtrusively, capturing real reactions while stepping in when gentle guidance will enhance a portrait without interrupting the flow. This balanced approach ensures couples receive both candid reportage-style images and a handful of thoughtfully crafted portraits to treasure. Based in Chelmsford, Celia brings local knowledge and a friendly, professional manner to each booking. She understands the nuances of light, location and timing, using them to elevate your wedding photography in a way that feels both artistic and true to life. While her primary focus is wedding photography, Celia also offers engagement sessions to help couples relax in front of the camera and build rapport before the wedding day. If you’re seeking a wedding day photographer in Chelmsford who values storytelling, emotional honesty and a calm, personable approach, Celia Manders Photography provides professional wedding photos that reflect the true spirit of your celebration. Her work is for couples who want images that are heartfelt, enduring and authentically theirs.