Danielle Richardson — Dronfield wedding specialist. I blend documentary storytelling with dramatic, romantic imagery to capture candid moments and timeless, artful wedding photos.
I’m Danielle — a wedding photographer based in Dronfield, GB, and everything I do is rooted in a love of real moments and beautiful light. I treat every image as a mini piece of art, aiming to deliver wedding photos that feel dramatic, joyful, intimate and timeless. My approach is documentary-led: I watch for the small, unscripted moments — the laughter between speeches, the squeeze of a hand, the tear wiped away — and I frame them with a creative, cinematic eye. Why choose me? Because I specialise in wedding photography. I’m not a jack-of-all-trades; my experience, kit and instincts are all tuned to telling wedding stories. I favour a natural, unobtrusive style that keeps you present with your guests while still creating a beautiful collection of images. I won’t be moving you around for hours for staged poses (unless you want that) — I’ll suggest the best light, the prettiest backdrop and then let you be yourselves. And yes, I will gently steal you away for a short portrait moment so you have some calm, romantic images of just the two of you. How I work with couples matters as much as the pictures I take. From our first chat I want to understand what matters to you — the people, the atmosphere, the moments you most want remembered. I’m conversational, relaxed and a little bit romantic; I love a dramatic first kiss, a confetti tunnel if the venue allows, and capturing those charged, emotional beats of the day. I’m also practical: I plan around the natural flow of your wedding so coverage is helpful rather than disruptive. My aim is to make you feel comfortable and to keep the day feeling fun and authentic — I promise I won’t say “Smile!” My work is driven by a passion for storytelling and a deep respect for the trust couples place in me. I use proven professional kit and bring calm, creativity and a love of detail to every job. Based in Dronfield, I regularly photograph weddings across Sheffield, the Peak District and beyond — I love to travel for the right celebration. If you want a wedding photographer who specialises in capturing the real, raw emotion of your day with artistry and heart, let’s talk about your plans.