Lisa James Photography is a Mendip-based wedding specialist delivering personal, friendly bridal photography. Lisa focuses on authentic, emotive wedding photos that reflect your day naturally.
As a dedicated wedding specialist based in Mendip (Shepton Mallet), Lisa James brings a personal and friendly approach to every celebration she photographs. Lisa believes a wedding day is made up of real moments — quiet glances, spontaneous laughter and heartfelt gestures — and her priority is to capture those moments as they unfold, producing natural, emotive bridal and wedding photography that feels true to you. What makes Lisa different is her easy, reassuring manner and attentive eye. She treats couples with warmth and respect, listening to what matters most and working alongside you to create a relaxed atmosphere on the day. Rather than forcing poses, Lisa blends unobtrusive documentary coverage with thoughtful portraiture so you receive both candid, storytelling images and beautifully composed bridal and couple shots. Clients can expect a collaborative process from first contact to final images. Lisa begins by getting to know you — your plans, priorities and the moments you want preserved — then plans a practical approach that suits your venue and timeline. On the wedding day she keeps the tone calm and friendly, guiding when needed but always focused on capturing genuine emotion. Her goal is professional wedding photos that look timeless, honest and full of life, suitable for prints, albums and treasured keepsakes. Based in Mendip, Lisa has deep local knowledge of venues and lighting conditions across Somerset, which helps her anticipate and frame memorable images whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a full-day celebration. While weddings are Lisa’s speciality, she also offers family and maternity sessions for couples who want to continue documenting life’s milestones with the same personal touch. If you’re seeking a wedding day photographer who combines a friendly, personal service with a clear commitment to craft and composition, Lisa James Photography specialises in capturing the authentic story of your day. She works with care, discretion and enthusiasm to deliver professional wedding photos that reflect the atmosphere and emotions you’ll want to relive for years to come.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
30 minute family session – 5 digital images.
30 minute sitter session – 5 digital images and Facebook cover.
3 hour newborn session – 5 digital images, professional editing, online gallery and Facebook cover.
1 hour maternity session – 5 digital images and Facebook cover.
45 minute family session – 10 digital images and 5 mounted 10x8 prints.
45 minute sitter session – 10 digital images and Facebook cover.
45 minute cake smash session – 10 digital images, birthday cake and bath time shots.
1 hour sitter session – 15+ digital images, mounted prints, Facebook cover and £50 off next session.
1 hour cake smash session – 20 digital images, birthday cake and bath time shots, Facebook cover.
1.5 hour maternity session – 10 digital images, partner/sibling images and mounted prints.
1.5 hour cake smash session – 30 digital images, birthday cake, cake smash and bath time shots, mounted prints and Facebook cover.
3.5 hour newborn session – 15 digital images, professional editing, online gallery, crystal heart USB and prints.
2 hour maternity session – 15 digital images, partner/sibling images, 10 mounted prints, free hair & makeup and Facebook cover; discount toward newborn session.
4 hour newborn session – 25+ digital images, professional editing, online gallery, crystal heart USB and acrylic orb; discount toward sitter session.
6 hour wedding coverage including preparations, ceremony, group shots and all images on USB.
8 hour wedding coverage with ceremony, group and couple shots, and all edited images supplied on USB.
10 hour wedding coverage including preparations, ceremony, group shots, bride & groom images, speeches, first dance, all edited images on USB and a 30-image album.