Business Details
Your Trusted Natural Wedding Photographers in Dorset & Hampshire
Lawes Photography is a Dorset and Hampshire-based wedding photography studio renowned for its relaxed, natural style characterised by light, airy compositions and pastel tones. With over 15 years of experience, we specialise in capturing meaningful moments at rural venues, castles, and country houses, utilising full-frame DSLR cameras and large-aperture lenses to create romantic, focused imagery. Wayne Lawes, an award-winning photographer with 25 years of expertise, leads the team alongside his assistant Liz Lawes, who supports styling and client coordination.Our approach balances stealthy candid photography with creative posed shots, ensuring a comprehensive narrative of each wedding day. We offer bespoke story books with curated multi-image layouts, providing a tangible, artistic keepsake. Our services extend to engagement shoots, photographic training, and seminars, serving couples who value authenticity and artistic storytelling in their wedding documentation.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Shoots
Story Book Creation
Photographic Training
Talks & Seminars
Highlights and features
- Award-winning lead photographer with 25 years of expertise
- Bespoke story books with curated multi-image layouts
- Specialists in natural light and romantic background aesthetics
- Experienced in diverse venues from castles to countryside
- Guaranteed delivery of edited images within 6-8 weeks
Associations and certifications
- Digital Camera Magazine
What people say
Glossy magazine quality
Magic love warmth
Creative compositions
Stealthy candid shots
Beautiful story books
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography focuses on natural, candid moments using full-frame DSLR cameras and large-aperture lenses. We capture ceremonies, portraits, and venue details across diverse locations, from castles to rural settings. The final edited images, delivered within 6-8 weeks, preserve the emotional essence of your special day with a light, airy aesthetic.
Story Book Creation
We design bespoke story books featuring curated multi-image layouts that narrate your wedding day. These printed keepsakes combine artistic composition with comprehensive coverage, allowing you to relive your event through a tactile, visually engaging format. Layouts are professionally designed but fully customisable before printing.
Engagement Shoots
Specialising in beach and outdoor settings, our engagement shoots create relaxed, authentic portraits. These sessions help couples build rapport with our photographers while producing timeless images that reflect their unique relationship dynamics and personal style.
Photographic Training
We offer hands-on photography training covering technical camera skills, lighting techniques, and composition principles. Sessions cater to both amateur photographers and professionals seeking to refine their craft in natural light settings and event documentation.
Talks & Seminars
Our educational programs cover wedding photography techniques, creative storytelling, and business practices for aspiring photographers. Delivered through club meetings and industry events, these sessions share insights from 15+ years of professional experience in the field.
People
Wayne Lawes
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 25 years of experience, specialising in natural wedding imagery. Recognised by Digital Camera Magazine as Photographer of the Year, Wayne leads all shoots and post-production editing.
Liz Lawes
Assistant Photographer
Supports styling, client coordination, and administrative operations. Combines organisational expertise with a passion for wedding aesthetics to ensure seamless service delivery alongside Wayne.
Questions
What areas do you cover for weddings?
We primarily serve Dorset and Hampshire, including rural venues, castles, country houses, and coastal locations within these counties.
How long does it take to receive edited photos?
All edited images are delivered within 6-8 weeks after your wedding, with a few preview shots sent within a few days.
What equipment do you use?
We use full-frame DSLR cameras with large-aperture lenses to achieve soft, romantic backgrounds and precise subject focus in all lighting conditions.
Can we customise the story book layouts?
Yes, we design the initial layouts but allow full customisation of images and arrangements before final printing of your story book.
Do you offer engagement shoot packages?
Yes, we include engagement shoots as optional add-ons to all wedding packages, typically conducted at beach or outdoor locations.
Are both photographers present throughout the wedding day?
The lead photographer attends all events, while the assistant joins for weekend collections to ensure comprehensive coverage.
