I couldn’t have been happier than when Emily booked my services for her wedding at Oxford’s Cathedral at Christ Church and the Bodleian Library. From the start I knew this was going to be an extraordinarily special occasion, as only couples with an Oxford University provenance can marry here. Simon and Emily were in… Read more »
Posts Tagged: reportage wedding photography
Bodleian Library Weddings Oxford – Detail Shots
After couples have spent ages selecting and deciding on dresses, shoes, jewellery and all manner of details that will make their day personal, it’s not surprising that photographers are asked to record them. There’s not much wedding photojournalism going on, but they can be an element of documentary wedding photography. I don’t mean sweet… Read more »
My Type of Group Shot – Oxford Wedding Photographer
This is my type of group shot at a wedding. Whilst family groups are an important part of many weddings, I much prefer images such as this from a personal perspective. There are actually 6 conversations taking place here, and everyone is animated and natural. For some, this might not even be considered a… Read more »
Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographer | Swancar Farm Country House
Although I’m a Hertfordshire and London based documentary wedding photographer, it’s always my joy and pleasure to travel round the country to document fabulous weddings. Deborah and David had booked Swancar Farm Country House near Nottingham in order to have a lovely spring wedding in a secluded and open setting but guess what? When… Read more »
Nottinghamshire Weddings | A Testimonial
Even though I’m based in Hertfordshire, I travel all over the country documenting some of the most terrific weddings for my clients. This Nottinghamshire wedding isn’t even on the blog yet (it will be later this week) as Deborah and Dave have only just received their wedding pictures. I was incredibly pleased to… Read more »
Northamptonshire Wedding Photographer | An Anniversary
A year ago I was lucky enough to photograph the wedding of Elizabeth and Atilla, two teachers from Northamptonshire. Elizabeth really prized her photography and had made all sorts of sacrifices in other areas of her wedding to ensure that she got the images she wanted, and that included finding the photographer that was… Read more »
London and Hertfordshire Wedding Photographer | WPJA
Press release from the Wedding Photojournalist Association. London and Hertfordshire Photographer Bob Owen Earns Acceptance into the WPJA “Bob Owen today announced his acceptance into the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA), an International, membership-based organisation representing professional photographers skilled in the documentation of weddings and events in a candid, unobtrusive style. As a WPJA member, Bob joins the… Read more »
Old Marylebone Town Hall Wedding Photographer | Chris and Lucy
Old Marylebone Town Hall was the London setting for Chris and Lucy’s wedding towards the end of last year. The Purple Room to be exact. Old Marylebone Town Hall has seen a long list of celebs married there due to its plush and spacious interiors. It’s much more opulent than the exterior would have you… Read more »
Botleys Mansion Wedding Photography | Gareth & Jenny
Towards the end of last year, Gareth and Jenny were married at the prestigious Botleys Mansion near Chertsy, Surrey. It was a particularly emotional wedding as a large part of the family were from the deaf community, so the service and speeches were both spoken and signed by an interpreter. These are a few of… Read more »
Social Media for Documentary Wedding Photography in London, Herts and the South East
I have a presence on social media just about everywhere these days. If you’d like to connect on your chosen medium, please just drop me a line. Or, you could just phone me on +44 (0) 7515 896 712 I’d like to hear from you. About.me Facebook Twitter Pinterest Linkedin Rebelmouse Behance … Read more »
Hampshire Wedding Photographer | A Testimonial
Blowing my own trumpet doesn’t come easily to me, but despite that I’d like to share this frankly amazing email that was sent to me yesterday by Johnny and Claire regarding their dashing military wedding in Hampshire recently. I’m so pleased and honoured to have received it. Thank you folks! “Bob Owen was… Read more »
Hertfordshire wedding photographers | What Would You Do If You Lost Your Memories?
Here’s a really thought provoking short film by Francois Ferracci. If you only have digital wedding photography, it really IS worth watching……. Lost Memories Documentary wedding photography by Bob Owen
The National Wedding Show – Birmingham NEC – 2012 – Birmingham Wedding Photographer
Big wedding shows can be daunting for a wedding photographer, as you’re ‘out there’ and people are able to compare your work side by side with other photographers. So with not a little trepidation, I set up my stand at the National Wedding Show, National Exhibition Centre this weekend past, 5th-7th October 2012. I… Read more »
Botleys Mansion Wedding Photography | Surrey Wedding Photographer
Richard and Selina’s wedding was very glamorous, yet it had that feel of a really close, intimate family event. Just the perfect vibe for me. Happy, friendly and relaxed, the love just shone through the rainy, cloudy day so much that no one even noticed the weather. Botleys Mansion, near Chertsey in Surrey, is… Read more »
Hampshire Wedding Photography | Military Wedding Photography
Some weddings just have a fairytale feel to them, and Johnny and Claires was just such a wedding. An in time family wedding in the quintessential English country church in Boldre, Hampshire and then on to the very swanky nearby Officers Mess. It’s always an honour and privilege to work with H.M. forces… Read more »
London Wedding Photography | Documentary Wedding Photography with Portraits?
Some say that documentary wedding photography can’t include portraits. I don’t agree. No one wants overly orchestrated or false, cheesy images of their wedding day, but a couple of natural pictures, taken carefully and quickly, and with natural light, add a tremendous amount to the story of your day. Good working photojournalists use portraiture… Read more »
Why Choose Documentary Wedding Photography? | London Wedding Photojournalist
I quite often ask myself, “What is it that appeals to me so much about black and white and why is it such a good medium for wedding photography?” & “Will others like it as much as me?” I suppose some of my passion for it comes form my longstanding background with film photography. Not… Read more »
How Long Do You Shoot For? | Reportage & Documentary London Wedding Photography
I’ve had a lot of enquiries recently about the length of time I shoot at weddings, or at what time I intend on finishing. This is clearly due to the fact that a lot of wedding photographers limit the time of their working day, basing their costs on their time worked. Much like any other… Read more »
Wedding Ideas Magazine | Testimonial
People say the nicest things! This just in from ‘Wedding Ideas Magazine’ about my work. “b&w is like art – and so is your photography. Stunning!” Thank you so much! Bob Owen Photography Ltd
Pre-Wedding or Engagement Shoot? | How does that fit in with documentary wedding photography?
When I speak to some of my couples, it’s clear that some aren’t exactly sure what I mean when I talk about an engagement or pre-wedding shoot…..and why should they unless someone’s told them along the way? I want my blog posts to be helpful and informative, so here’s what my engagement shoots are all… Read more »