Leyland-based wedding photographer Emma Billsborough offers light, pretty and unposed wedding photography. She captures natural, joyful, luminous images that feel relaxed, timeless and true to you.
Emma Billsborough is a Leyland-based wedding photographer who specialises in natural, joyful and luminous wedding photography. Her work sits beautifully between candid documentary moments and show-stopping editorial portraits — light, pretty and unposed images that feel timeless and effortless. If you want a photographer who quietly blends into your day yet knows when to step forward and create a beautiful moment, Emma is the specialist for your wedding. Why choose Emma? Her approach is relaxed and down-to-earth, but with an eye for a luxury finish. She believes the best photos come when people feel comfortable being themselves, so she never interrupts the flow of your day with loud direction. Instead, Emma uses gentle, confident guidance when needed and trusts her instinct to capture the laughter, tears and tiny details that tell the real story of your wedding. The result is a collection of heirloom images you’ll love to relive for years to come. What makes her approach special is the mix of documentary storytelling and focussed portraiture. Emma watches for authentic interactions — the nervous smile before the ceremony, the private jokes, the excited hugs — then balances those with considered portraits that flatter and elevate. She often combines digital work with occasional analogue film for a soft, timeless quality, giving couples a varied and rich visual narrative of their day. How she works with couples: Emma begins with a friendly conversation to understand your plans, priorities and the vibe you want for your wedding photography. On the day she is calm and unobtrusive, creating a relaxed atmosphere for you and your guests. Whether your celebration is an intimate elopement in the Lake District or a marquee reception in Lancashire, Emma adapts her style to the setting while staying true to her light and dreamy aesthetic. Based in Leyland and regularly covering Lancashire, Manchester and across the UK (and Europe for destination weddings), Emma brings warmth, experience and an artisan eye to every wedding she photographs. If you want natural, joyful and elegant wedding photos that feel like you, Emma is the specialist to document your day.