Christchurch-based fine art wedding photographer Camilla Arnhold creates romantic, ethereal and classic imagery. She blends fine‑art editorial styling with a natural documentary approach to tell your wedding story.
Why choose Camilla Arnhold for your wedding photography? Based in Christchurch, Dorset and with more than a decade photographing over 250 weddings, Camilla specialises in creating images that feel timeless, romantic and lovingly considered. Her work is described as romantic, ethereal and classic — she combines the polish of fine‑art editorial photography with a gentle, natural documentary style so every image contributes to the full emotional story of your wedding day. What makes her approach special is the balance she brings: artful portraits that look like they belong on the pages of a magazine, yet a quiet documentary eye that captures spontaneous laughter, small gestures and the honest emotion between you and your guests. Camilla favours bright, joyful and emotional imagery and often works on film for editorial shoots, giving photographs a soft, tactile quality that ages beautifully. How Camilla works with couples is all about atmosphere and trust. From an initial conversation she seeks to understand your story and what matters most to you, then creates a relaxed, unhurried shoot experience that puts you at ease. On the day she is unobtrusive and attentive — moving around quietly during ceremonies, avoiding flash whenever possible, and guiding gentle portrait moments so you still feel natural and connected. Many couples choose an engagement shoot beforehand; Camilla finds these sessions unlock comfort in front of the camera and mean couple portraits on the wedding day flow more easily. The process is collaborative: Camilla listens to your ideas, suggests locations and timings that make the most of light, and works with planners and other suppliers to ensure the photography complements the day. Her galleries emphasise lasting details — quiet glances, heirloom stationery, florals and candlelight — images designed to be cherished by generations. Camilla’s passion for weddings comes from a love of storytelling through images. She treasures the privilege of being part of such intimate celebrations and aims to deliver photographs that feel both elegant and emotionally true. If you’re planning a wedding in Christchurch, Dorset or beyond and want photography that marries fine‑art beauty with authentic reportage, Camilla Arnhold offers a considered, specialist approach that tells your day with warmth and grace.