Anna Bailey Photography

Anna Bailey is a specialist wedding photographer based in Kendal, working across the Lake District to craft wedding photography that feels both timeless and utterly true to you. With weddings as a core focus of her work, Anna prioritises calm storytelling, genuine emotion and the dramatic landscapes of Cumbria — producing wedding photos that reflect the mood of your day as much as the detail. Why choose Anna for your wedding? Her approach is relaxed and considered. Drawing on years of experience in front of and behind the camera — including a background as an international model and a formal photography qualification (NCFE) — Anna offers expert direction while keeping things natural. She knows how to put people at ease, capture spontaneous moments, and compose images that look beautiful on the wall as well as in an album. Her style is authentic, earthy and heartfelt: no forced posing, just honest connection framed by the Lake District’s lakeshores, fells and woodland. Specialist focus on weddings and engagement photography Anna places weddings and elopements at the centre of her practice. Whether you’re planning an intimate vow renewal on a mountaintop, a relaxed lakeside ceremony, or a bigger celebration, Anna works to document the story — from quiet gestures to exuberant celebrations. Engagement and proposal shoots are handled with the same sensitivity: discreet planning, careful timing for light and a calm presence so your moment remains real and memorable. How she works Anna’s process is designed to be uncomplicated and human. She starts with a conversation about what matters to you — the atmosphere you want, the landscape that feels right, and any moments you hope to prioritise. On the day she blends unobtrusive documentary coverage with gentle, flattering direction at key moments, always attentive to light and place. Post-wedding, you’ll receive a curated gallery of professionally edited images that tell the complete story of your day. Local knowledge, thoughtful care Living in the Lakes gives Anna a deep familiarity with iconic and quieter spots alike. She’ll advise on timing, locations and small styling details so your wedding images feel effortless. If you’d like to explore her wedding work further, Anna’s wedding photography is also represented through Fellside Weddings — a space that reflects her love of wild-hearted, landscape-led celebrations. If you’re searching for a Kendal-based wedding photographer who balances professionalism with warmth and a love of landscape, Anna Bailey offers thoughtful, high-quality wedding photography that captures your connection and the place that frames it.