Based in Heanor, Thom Walker is a specialist wedding photographer focused on natural, documentary-style wedding photos. He creates relaxed engagement and bridal portraits that tell your story.
I’m Thom Walker — a Heanor-based wedding photographer focused on capturing the honest, unscripted moments that make each wedding unique. My approach to wedding photography is rooted in documentary-style storytelling: I look for the small gestures, quiet glances and spontaneous laughter that reveal the true atmosphere of your day. The result is a collection of wedding photos that feel authentic, timeless and personal — images you’ll want to revisit for years to come. Why choose me? I treat every wedding as its own story. Rather than staging endless poses, I work to create a relaxed atmosphere where people can be themselves. That means gentle direction when couples want it, and a discreet, observational presence at other times. I aim to be both a calm companion and an attentive visual storyteller throughout your wedding day — from the nervous morning preparations to the last dance. My process is straightforward and client-focused. We start with a conversation so I can understand what matters most to you: the moments you’re excited about, the family dynamics, and the vibe you want to preserve. On the wedding day I prioritise connection and comfort, helping even camera-shy couples relax into natural, flattering portraits. After the event I carefully edit and sequence your images so that the final gallery tells a cohesive story of your celebration. While weddings are my primary passion and specialty, I also photograph engagement sessions and bridal portraits that complement the wedding gallery — relaxed pre-wedding shoots are a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera and create images that reflect your relationship, not just your wardrobe. Based in Heanor and serving Nottinghamshire and the surrounding areas, I bring a calm, professional presence to every event. My work is for couples who value genuine emotion and a thoughtful, unobtrusive photographic approach. If you want wedding photography that feels like your story rather than a catalogue of poses, I’d love to hear about your plans. (Occasionally I also take on event and architectural photography projects — my core focus, however, remains wedding and engagement photography.)