Specialist wedding photographer based in Haslingden. Summer Johnston blends documentary-style storytelling with gentle direction to capture real emotion, relaxed portraits and heirloom albums.
Hi — I’m Summer, a specialist wedding photographer based in Haslingden, Lancashire. For over a decade I’ve focused on wedding photography for couples who care more about true moments than stiff poses. I work with down-to-earth, joy-filled people who want a calm, honest record of their day: the little glances, the nervous laughter, the tearful speeches and the rambunctious dancefloor moments. My approach is relaxed, natural and story-led. I blend documentary-style coverage with gentle, unobtrusive portrait direction so you can enjoy your day while I quietly collect the moments that matter. Many couples tell me they barely noticed I was there — and that’s exactly the balance I aim for: being present enough to capture emotion, but discreet enough to let your day unfold. How I work: we start with a friendly planning chat to understand your timeline, priorities and any family or group shots you want. On the day I follow your timeline closely, stepping in for relaxed portraits and blending into the background for candid scenes. After the wedding you’ll receive a beautifully curated online gallery for easy sharing, plus a fast preview to enjoy within 48 hours. I also offer fine art albums and handcrafted keepsakes so your story can be displayed and passed down. Based in Haslingden, I photograph weddings across Lancashire, Manchester and beyond — travel around the region is included for local weddings. I shoot everything from intimate elopements to full-day celebrations, and I love locations that let couples step outside for golden-hour portraits. If twilight or dramatic couple shots are important to you, those are something I do often and include in my extended collections. Why choose me? Because I specialise in capturing genuine connection. I care about the little details that make your wedding unique, and I’ll take the time to build a calm, enjoyable atmosphere so your images feel like you. If you’d like relaxed, timeless wedding photography that tells the real story of your day, let’s have a conversation — I’d love to hear about your plans and see if we’re a good fit.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Relaxed one-hour family portrait session with wardrobe and styling tips and 10 edited digital images.
Studio newborn session including family and sibling portraits, styling advice, up to 2 hours in the studio and 10 edited digital photographs.
Family session with 20 edited digital images and one printed 10x8 photo.
One-hour cake smash session with a themed setup, bespoke cake, non-messy portraits to start, a splash bath afterwards and 10 edited digital images.
Longer newborn session with multiple sets and 20 edited digital images, includes a triplex frame.
Styled cake smash session including a custom cake, splash session and 20 edited digital images plus a triplex frame.
Extended family session with 30 edited images and a 10x10 keepsake album.
Comprehensive newborn package with up to 4 hours in the studio, 30 edited images and a 10x10 newborn album.
Premium cake smash package with keepsake photo book and 30 edited images.
Four consecutive hours of wedding photography, relaxed portraits and a private online gallery of 300 images plus a 10x10 photo book.
Comprehensive digital wedding package with 500 edited images for download and a complimentary mini accordion book.
Full day wedding coverage from getting ready to first dance, 500 high-resolution images and a 12x12 custom album.
Premium full day wedding coverage with twilight portraits, 500 images, custom album and additional keepsakes.