Ashford Wedding Photographer
Hey, I’m Scott!
A Wedding Photographer in Ashford, Kent
I am a specialist documentary wedding photographer covering all of Kent. I focus on capturing real couples who want their wedding day photographed in an authentic style.
Over the 9+ years of being a full-time wedding photographer and the 200+ weddings I have photographed, I have witnessed some pretty crazy moments. And I’m here for all the shenanigans!
Some of the photos below you will find are from the best wedding venues in Ashford. Such venues as The Secret Garden, Eastwell Manor, The Crown Lodge, Hayne House, Westernhanger Castle and The Old Kent Barn.
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Documentary Wedding Photography meets Natural Portraiture
Yes, you can have both!
Documentary wedding photography
True documentary wedding photography is capturing candid moments that create a narrative within photographs. All without the photographer’s direction. I feel it is to capture the real, honest, raw character and emotion of everyone at your wedding.
I am for the couples who don’t like posing
I do not believe a wedding should feel like a photoshoot. A wedding is a day of unity and celebration with the people who care about you most. Who wants to spend it posing for hours when you could be partying? Not me! My job is to capture the real you, without it feeling contrived and taking you away from the fun. A chill 15 minutes is all I need to capture your natural authentic self’s.
The Secret Garden
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
As one of Kent’s most romantic venues, it is the beautiful backdrop for a secluded, intimate wedding.
Based in the original Mersham le Hatch estate in Ashford, its stunning historic surroundings provide a perfect and secluded escape for weddings. There are endless photo opportunities to suit couples of all tastes and styles - from the stunning relaxed and rustic Wild Flower Gardens and Shepard’s Hut to the historic and elegant Cobbled Courtyards, Old Archways and Clock Tower. This venue is a dream for photographers as well as couples!
It is personally one of my favourite wedding venues to photograph at.
Eastwell Manor
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
The historic manor house at Eastwell Manor sits at the end of a long tree-lined drive. It comprises 74 individually styled elegant bedrooms and suites that overlook the picturesque grounds. With its period charm, award-winning cuisine, charming surroundings, warming log fires and an impressive spa and leisure facilities, the manor is a highly esteemed country house hotel. It holds a licence for civil marriage ceremonies, with wedding facilities including three oak-panelled reception rooms and an Italian gazebo situated in the tranquil garden. The landscaped lawns with views of the surrounding countryside are the perfect setting for marquee weddings, too.
The Crown Lodge
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
Crown Lodge is a family-run private lodge situated in Boughton Lees, Kent, in South East England. The venue provides a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere for couples seeking a private and intimate wedding event. Offering some of the most unforgettable views in England, this property boasts enchanting views across Kent and Sussex. The team here believes natural beauty and modern sophistication can live in the same space.
Hayne House
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
Hayne House is set within 35 acres of beautiful grounds near Hythe, Kent. Couples can enjoy exclusive use of the unique orangery and the former Hunting Pavilion with six bedrooms. The quintessential English cottage garden will provide a gorgeous backdrop for your ceremony and reception for an outdoor celebration. Hayne House is unique because of its all-under-one-roof orangery, which lends itself to so many different wedding styles, colours, and themes.
Westernhanger Castle
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
The Castle Westenhanger in Kent, a castle wedding venue nestled in 14 acres of magnificent countryside close to Ashford. Romantic and regal with breathtaking ruins to be found at every turn, The Castle Westenhanger is your medieval fairytale dream. Located near the historic market town of Hythe, the castle is a scheduled ancient monument with a Grade 1 listed manor house. It enjoys a rich history and has been connected to many notable figures throughout history, including Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I.
The Old Kent Barn
Wedding Venue in Ashford, Kent
The Old Kent Barn is a wedding and event venue in Swingfield Minnis, a village in Kent, England. Situated in the glorious countryside, this historical setting has been family-owned and -operated since 2005. The onsite barns, lush gardens, and high-quality service will ensure that you and your guests enjoy a one-of-a-kind wedding experience.
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Check out some of my Portfolio from Ashford
When I share my photos, I want you to see the work I produce from real weddings. Not just a styled photoshoot. Every part of a wedding day is filled with photographic opportunities. And being a specialist documentary wedding photographer in Ashford I like to be there to capture it all. From the in-between moments when mum helps bride into her dress, to the kids running around in the background during the ceremony. It’s all important to me!
My Approach
A wedding is not a photoshoot
There are so many ways a photographer might capture a wedding. But I truly believe the documentary approach, with a hint of natural portraiture is the best way to remember a wedding day. I love to capture weddings so that my couples and their guests can remind them selves just how it felt, lots of laughter, love, tears, emotion and dancing. I document all the best bits and in-between moments, which are often my couples favourite memories from the day.
Paula & Danny
“We found Scott by chance just doing a Google search for wedding photographers in Canterbury, Kent.
We immediately liked Scott’s style of photography, it was exactly what we were looking for and we we’re not disappointed! Our photos turned out even more amazing than we thought!
Scott was great on the day, most of the time we didn’t even know he was there. One of our big things was that we didn’t want to be taken off for hours having photos taken and not spending time with our guests. Anytime we did go for photos Scott didn’t keep us long at all and got some amazing shots!
I also had a bit of a dress malfunction and Scott had some safety pins to help with the situation. Scott made us feel really comfortable and we are so glad we chose him to capture our special day as he captured it perfectly!
Scott sent us a sneak peak of our photos a couple of days after the wedding and from these we just knew we were going to love them all. We are still trying to decide on which ones to print! We would recommend Scott to anyone getting married in Kent, and would 100% use him again.”