Joe Morley Photo Cinema

I’m Joe Morley — a Lewes-based wedding photographer who believes the best wedding photos are the ones that feel true to you. With ten years photographing weddings, my work sits at the intersection of natural, editorial and documentary styles. I’m drawn to honest moments, subtle emotion and the small details that, when combined, become the memory you’ll return to again and again. My approach is simple: be present, be unobtrusive, and steer only when it helps the story. I aim to capture the atmosphere of your day rather than staging a series of looks. That means catching the laughter between speeches, the quiet breath before you walk down the aisle, the light through a veil — all with a consistent editorial sensibility so your gallery looks cohesive and considered. I often layer 35mm film into a wedding day to add texture and timelessness — those imperfect frames become a beautiful, nostalgic counterpoint to digital imagery. Working with me is relaxed and collaborative. I get to know couples in conversation so I understand what matters most to you; that rapport lets even camera-shy guests feel at ease. On the day my priority is to keep things flowing while remaining alert for those spontaneous, documentary moments that define a celebration. After the wedding I share a curated preview slideshow shortly after your day so you can relive highlights, followed by a thoughtfully edited gallery that feels intentional rather than just abundant. I photograph weddings around Lewes and further afield, bringing a consistent creative eye to venues of all kinds. Whether your day is intimate and understated or lively and full of surprises, I aim to create wedding photography that feels like you — images that offer a sense of nostalgia and stand the test of time. If you want natural, editorial wedding photos told with warmth and quiet confidence, I’d love to hear about your plans and how we might capture them together.