Business Details
17 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photography in Cheshire & North West UK
Established in 2009, Carpe Diem Photography has built an unparalleled reputation for capturing the authentic essence of weddings across Cheshire and the North West UK. With over 15 years of dedicated experience and a portfolio exceeding 1,000 weddings, our approach combines artistic portraiture with unobtrusive documentary storytelling. Our founder, Chris, brings a unique blend of technical expertise and genuine passion, having transitioned from law enforcement to become an award-winning industry leader.We prioritise client relationships, ensuring every couple receives personalised attention while maintaining our signature commitment to photographing events until natural light fades completely. Recognised nationally and internationally for excellence, we combine creative innovation with proven reliability to deliver timeless visual narratives that exceed expectations.
Services
Wedding Photography
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Photobooth Hire
Drone Videography
Wedding Albums
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- 15 years of dedicated wedding photography experience
- Documentary-style approach capturing genuine moments
- Guaranteed coverage until natural light fades completely
- Portfolio spanning 1,000+ UK and European weddings
- Recognised with international wedding photography awards
What people say
Breathtaking images
Unobtrusive style
Complete wedding narratives
Professional yet personable
Stayed until dark
Services
Wedding Photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography service captures every significant moment from morning preparations to evening celebrations. Using a blend of artistic portraiture and documentary-style techniques, we create a cohesive visual narrative that preserves your unique story. With over 15 years' experience photographing diverse venues across the UK and Europe, our team ensures no detail goes undocumented.
Drone Videography
Elevate your wedding documentation with cinematic aerial perspectives using state-of-the-art FPV drone technology. This service provides breathtaking overhead shots of venue exteriors, ceremony spaces, and reception areas, complementing traditional ground-level photography. Our certified drone operators capture dynamic footage while adhering to strict safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Professional pre-wedding photography sessions help couples acclimate to being photographed together while creating beautiful imagery for invitations or personal keepsakes. These sessions typically last 1-2 hours at chosen locations, allowing us to develop rapport and refine our approach to capturing your unique relationship dynamics before the main event.
People
Chris
Founder & Lead Photographer
With over 15 years' experience and 1,000+ weddings documented, Chris transitioned from law enforcement to become an award-winning wedding photographer. His unique background brings exceptional observational skills and composure to every event, ensuring comprehensive coverage from morning preparations to final celebrations.
Questions
Do you cover weddings outside Cheshire?
Yes, while based in Cheshire we photograph weddings throughout the North West UK and across Europe. Travel within the UK is included in our packages, with reasonable additional charges for European destinations.
What makes your photography style unique?
We combine artistic portraiture with documentary-style storytelling to create comprehensive visual narratives. Our approach captures both planned moments and spontaneous interactions, ensuring a complete record of your wedding day's emotions and atmosphere.
How long do you stay at weddings?
We guarantee coverage until natural light fades completely, typically staying until dusk regardless of schedule. This ensures we capture evening celebrations, sparkler exits, and other twilight moments that often become cherished memories.
Are drone services included in standard packages?
Drone videography is available as an optional add-on. Our FPV drone footage provides cinematic aerial perspectives of venues and ceremonies, enhancing traditional photography with dynamic overhead shots while maintaining strict safety compliance.
