East Dereham wedding photographer specialising in honest, colourful wedding photos. Katherine captures the in-between moments with a relaxed, friendly approach—your ultimate hype woman.
Elegant. Timeless. True colour. Based in East Dereham and working across Norfolk, Katherine (Kathy) Ashdown is a specialist wedding photographer whose work is rooted in sentiment, authenticity and joyful colour. With over 300 weddings photographed, Kathy knows how to read a day, stay calm in the chaos and make sure you get a vibrant, romantic collection of images you’ll love for years to come. Why choose Katherine? She’s described by brides as “your ultimate hype woman” — warm, honest and genuinely excited for you. Katherine’s approach is relaxed and approachable: she’s there to be the calm in the chaos, to help with timings, to offer gentle direction, and to disappear when the real, in-between moments appear. Her focus is on honest, colourful, romantic photographs that capture tears, hugs, laughter and those tiny details that make your wedding uniquely yours. What makes her work special is a commitment to true feeling and strong colour. Katherine shoots in a style that feels lively and timeless rather than staged or overly posed. She chases the moments that become more precious with time — the dress being fastened, the quiet catch of a glance, the hug with a grandparent, and the free-for-all on the dance floor. Her photographs are designed to transport you back to how the day felt, not just what it looked like. How she works: from the first chat to your wedding day Katherine prioritises connection and planning. She listens to what matters most to you, helps shape a practical timeline, and always has a plan B. On the day she balances upbeat encouragement and calm professionalism, guiding groups and couples kindly while letting natural moments breathe. The end result is a carefully edited gallery of professional wedding photos that tell the full story of your day. While weddings are her core speciality, Katherine also captures family moments and offers feel-good branding photography — always with the same emphasis on warmth, honesty and vivid colour. If you’re planning a wedding in East Dereham or elsewhere in Norfolk and want authentic, emotional imagery from a friendly, experienced photographer, Katherine Ashdown would love to tell your story.