Harry Richards Photography

I’m Harry Richards — a Highbury wedding photographer who loves documenting real weddings rather than staging pictures. With more than two decades behind the lens and hundreds of weddings photographed, I specialise in reportage, fly-on-the-wall wedding photography that focuses on emotion, atmosphere and the small, unexpected moments that make your day yours. My approach is simple: be a calm, friendly presence who blends in and listens. I prefer to meet couples in person so we can decide if we click — I limit my bookings each year because quality matters more than quantity. On the day I work quietly, without dominating proceedings, using silent Sony mirrorless cameras and prime lenses so I can get close and stay discreet. I shoot on dual cards and double up on key kit because being prepared means you’ll get the reliable, beautifully edited images you deserve. Style-wise I favour natural light and honest processing. I don’t chase glossy airbrushed looks; instead I aim for timeless realism — photographs that feel like a memory, not a fashion statement. Whether you want relaxed couple time portraits on a neighbourhood walk, candid reportage through the speeches and dancing, or a sensitive record of vows and family moments, my priority is to capture the true mood of your day. I’m proud to have worked across London, the UK and overseas, and to have specialised in LGBTQ weddings since the early 2000s. If your celebration includes unique rituals, bold ideas or quiet intimacy, I’ll be there to watch, anticipate and photograph without getting in the way. How I work with you: we’ll have a proper chat (often over coffee), agree what matters most, and I’ll arrive ready and organised. After your wedding you’ll receive your finished gallery via my Photohub where you can download high-resolution images and order albums or prints. I try to deliver a careful edit that reflects the pace of your day — roughly one strong image for every minute of coverage — so you have a complete, honest story to look back on. If you’re after a professional wedding photographer based in Highbury who values warmth, discretion and storytelling, let’s meet up and see if we’re a good fit. I’ll bring sample albums and my relaxed enthusiasm — you bring your plans.