Based in Horwich, Emma Pilkington specialises in fine art wedding photography. Her editorial, fashion‑inspired approach and soft natural light produce timeless, emotive wedding images.
I’m Emma Pilkington — a Horwich‑based wedding photographer with a background in fashion photography and fine art. I specialise in fine art, editorial wedding photography that feels both modern and timeless. My work is shaped by a passion for soft natural light, refined composition and a fashion‑forward sensibility that elevates ordinary moments into images you’ll want to live with for years. Why choose me for your wedding photography in Horwich and across the UK & Europe? My experience in editorial and bridal fashion means I understand how to style and light portraits so they feel luxurious yet authentic. I combine unobtrusive, documentary coverage of your day — capturing the fleeting, emotional moments — with beautifully styled portraits and detail shots. The result is a cohesive collection: candid moments full of feeling alongside considered, editorial images that showcase the beauty of your day. My approach is calm, gentle and collaborative. I aim to make couples feel relaxed and entirely themselves in front of the camera; many clients tell me they barely noticed I was there while I captured moments they didn’t even realise were happening. Before the wedding I’ll work with you to understand your plans, preferred aesthetic and the parts of the day that matter most, so I can blend into the day and be ready for those unscripted, meaningful moments. I bring a fine art edit and a warm, pastel palette to the final images — a style that has led to editorial features and work for bridal brands. I’m happiest creating both in‑studio bridal fashion imagery and on location at weddings, and I regularly travel for commissions across the UK and Europe while remaining based near Manchester. While wedding photography is my primary focus, I also shoot bridal fashion and editorial projects that sit between weddings and commercial work. Additionally, I occasionally offer workshops, editing support and educational resources for photographers and bridal businesses — practical extras that reflect my background in both creative and technical sides of photography. If you’re looking for a Horwich wedding photographer who blends editorial elegance with sincere, documentary storytelling, I’d love to hear about your day and how we might capture it together.