Guildford-based wedding specialist creating relaxed, natural and creative images. Emily’s documentary-led approach with warm, friendly direction captures real emotion and timeless portraits.
Picture Purple Photography is a Guildford-based wedding specialist committed to capturing weddings across Surrey and the South East with a relaxed, natural and creative approach. Led by Emily, a former forensic photographer who traded casework for celebration, the business blends technical precision with a playful, heartfelt style—so you get beautiful, honest images that reflect how your day truly felt. Why choose Picture Purple for your wedding? Emily’s unique background means she’s calm under pressure, highly observant and expert in both capture and post-production. That forensic training gives her a quietly confident eye for detail—locations, light and fleeting moments—while her creative spirit ensures images are personal and ‘wall worthy’. Whether you want documentary-led coverage, natural couple portraits, or expressive engagement photography, Picture Purple focuses on storytelling rather than stiff posing. How Emily works with couples is simple and personal. She starts by listening: a friendly conversation to understand what matters most to you and how you want your day represented — your vision really is central. On the lead-up to your wedding she offers practical guidance and will scout venues to find the best light and photo spots. On the day she blends unobtrusive reportage with gentle, confidence-building direction so you and your guests feel comfortable and at ease. The result is a mix of candid emotion and composed portraiture that looks and feels like you. The experience Emily creates is warm, professional and low-drama. She aims to be the calming presence you didn’t know you needed: attentive to the little details, responsive to timing, and focused on capturing those small, meaningful moments that matter. Her style is summed up on the website’s banner: relaxed | natural | creative | fun — a promise to deliver photographs that make you smile every time you look back. If you’re planning a wedding in Guildford or nearby, Picture Purple Photography specialises in weddings and engagement photography with a bespoke, client-first approach. Emily treats every wedding as unique, committed to producing images that will sit proudly on your wall and live in your family for generations. Get in touch to discuss your day and see how she can craft photographic memories that truly reflect your love story.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Short pop-up mini portrait sessions in Guildford raising funds for Guildford Action. Registration required; limited slots.
60-minute portrait session suitable for babies aged 6–18 months; includes sibling and parent photos where possible.
60-minute portrait session suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years; includes sibling and parent photos where possible.
90-minute family session suitable for whole family groups; includes pets and grandparents where applicable.
Ceremony-only coverage: one photographer starting 30 minutes before the ceremony and ending 30 minutes after. Includes bride's arrival, ceremony, couple shots and group shots.
Up to 3 hour baby-led newborn photography session in your own home with use of backdrops, blankets and wraps. All high-resolution edited files included and a free mini photobook.
Coverage starting at the ceremony venue (30 minutes before the ceremony) and ending when you are called to sit for your wedding breakfast. Includes arrivals, ceremony, couple shots, groups, top table and details.
Full-day coverage from preparations (1.5 hours before ceremony) until the wedding breakfast. Includes bridal prep, ceremony, couple shots, groups, details and top table.
Extended coverage from morning preparations (1.5 hours before ceremony) through to approximately 30 minutes after the first dance. Includes full day images including speeches and party shots.