I’m Rachel Winter, a Kendal-based wedding photographer blending relaxed, documentary-led wedding and engagement photography with attentive service. I also offer bridal hair & make‑up for smaller weddings.
I’m Rachel Winter — a Kendal wedding photographer with over three decades working across the Lake District, Lancashire and North Yorkshire. My approach is simple: I mix calm, considered posing with a documentary eye so you come away with a beautiful, natural collection of professional wedding photos that truly reflect the day. Having photographed hundreds of weddings since 1994, I know the rhythm of a wedding day and the small practical details that make a difference. I value an informative, caring approach: from our initial conversation to the final edited images, I’ll make sure you feel confident and relaxed. I treat every wedding as unique and take time to understand what matters most to you so I can capture the moments you’ll want to relive — the laughter, the quiet glances and the big celebrations. Location knowledge is one of my strengths. Based in Kendal, I’m very familiar with Lake District venues and the best light and places for portraits, whether that’s a lakeside jetty, sheltered garden or an intimate ceremony room. That local experience helps me plan the day with you so the photography flows naturally without stress. Engagement and pre-wedding shoots are a great way to experience how I work — relaxed, friendly and unobtrusive — and many couples choose these sessions to feel more at ease in front of the camera before their big day. As a qualified hair and make-up stylist I offer a complementary service for smaller and elopement weddings. For couples who want the full experience I can help create the bridal look and stay on to photograph the day, which many brides tell me produces calm, natural photographs because we’ve already spent time getting to know each other. Every image receives careful post-production: I enhance details, refine crops and present your photos as a considered collection you’ll treasure. I also provide bespoke albums and keepsakes to help preserve those memories in print. If you’re planning a wedding or engagement in Kendal or the Lake District and want a photographer who combines experience, a gentle professional style and real attention to detail, I’d love to hear about your day and how I might capture it for you.