Specialist wedding photographer in Clacton-on-Sea. Xanthe captures candid, heartfelt moments with a relaxed, documentary style—creating natural wedding photos that feel genuine and timeless.
Xanthe Olding Photography is a specialist wedding photographer based in Clacton-on-Sea, dedicated to capturing the true emotion and story of your wedding day. Xanthe’s work is rooted in a calm, documentary-led approach: she stays unobtrusive, reads the room, and waits for the honest, fleeting moments that reveal the real character of your celebration. The result is a collection of photographs that feel natural, intimate and genuinely yours. Why choose Xanthe? With a clear focus on wedding photography, she brings consistency, attention and care to every detail of the day—making couples feel relaxed in front of the camera and confident that nothing important will be missed. Her style favours natural light, authentic expressions and considered composition, producing images that stand the test of time rather than following transient trends. Whether it’s the quiet glance between partners, the laughter of family and friends, or the small details that define your day, Xanthe frames each moment with sensitivity. How she works: Xanthe believes a great set of wedding photos comes from a good relationship. Before the wedding she invests time in getting to know you—listening to what matters, understanding the schedule and learning the atmosphere you want to create. On the day she moves through your celebrations with a calm professionalism, guiding where helpful but otherwise blending into the background to preserve authenticity. This approach keeps the day feeling easy and enjoyable while ensuring a comprehensive visual record of the ceremony, portraits and candid moments. Local to Clacton-on-Sea and familiar with venues across the area, Xanthe combines local knowledge with a bespoke, client-first approach. Her passion for story-led wedding photography means she’s as committed to capturing subtle emotion as she is to composing striking images. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who prioritises connection, calm professionalism and beautifully honest wedding photos, Xanthe Olding Photography offers a dedicated, specialist service that celebrates your day exactly as it happens.