Specialist wedding photographer in Darton offering whole-day coverage, pre-wedding meetings, drone imagery and a relaxed, storytelling approach to capture honest, professional wedding photos.
If you want a wedding photographer who feels like a friendly, reliable part of your day, you’re in the right place. Based in Darton, Gareth Shaw Photography is a specialist wedding service led by Gareth— a family man and Yorkshire lad with around 15 years’ experience documenting real moments. Gareth’s approach is all about capturing the story of your day: the small glances, the genuine laughs, the unscripted moments that become the photographs you’ll treasure. Why choose Gareth Shaw for your wedding? Gareth offers whole-day coverage with no arbitrary time limits so he can be there from bridal preparations through to first dance and beyond. Every booking starts with a pre-wedding consultation—an opportunity to get to know one another, talk through the day and make sure the photography plan fits your vision. Drone imagery is included in his wedding packages to add sweeping, cinematic perspectives where appropriate, and all images are delivered via a password‑protected online gallery and a USB keepsake so you can easily share and preserve your day. Gareth’s style is relaxed, story-led and unobtrusive. He blends candid documentary moments with considered portraits, gently guiding couples for those composed, timeless shots while staying alert to spontaneous emotion. That mix delivers professional wedding photos that feel honest and natural rather than overly posed. Working with Gareth is straightforward and personal. He’ll listen first—whether you want formal group shots, intimate portraits, or a more documentary record of the day—and tailor his approach to match. His friendly, down-to-earth manner helps even camera-shy guests feel comfortable, creating an easy atmosphere that shows in the images. Although weddings are his core speciality, Gareth’s background in portrait work means he brings a strong eye for flattering light and composition to bridal and couple portraits. He also shoots events and is available across the UK and for European destination weddings, bringing the same calm professionalism to each assignment. If you’d like wedding photography that focuses on real emotion, bold storytelling and dependable service from a local Darton photographer, Gareth Shaw Photography is ready to capture your day. Get in touch for a chat and a pre-wedding consultation—he’d be delighted to hear about your plans.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Portrait session (1–2 hours) capturing the personality of the subject with lighting and backgrounds; edited files delivered on USB plus an A4 print.
Prom photography session including getting ready, hair & makeup time, 1-to-1 shooting and group shots. Edited images uploaded to a password-protected gallery; final images delivered on USB.
Event photography for birthdays, festivals, charity events, corporate functions and concerts. I often cover charity events and can provide bespoke quotes for large or overseas events.
Full-day wedding coverage with pre-wedding consultation, all images provided on a USB in a velvet presentation box and uploaded to a password-protected online gallery. Drone photography included. Non-refundable deposit £150.
Full-day wedding coverage with pre-wedding consultation, professional wedding album (3-in-1), USB and password-protected online gallery. Drone photography included. Non-refundable deposit £150.
European destination wedding package covering flights, hotel and transfers for a 4-day period including a pre-wedding shoot, wedding day coverage and USB delivery. Deposit £400 required.