Kent Wedding Photographer
Award Winning Documentary Kent Wedding Photographer Available For Weddings Throughout The UK. I Specialise In Relaxed Wedding Photography, It's My Goal As A Documentary Photographer To Blend In With Your Wedding Party Shooting In A Unobtrusive Reportage Way,Watching And Documenting Your Day As It Unfolds.
I’m so fortunate to do what I do. To capture such meaningful moments, to meet incredible people and to be able to share their story with them through my images.
I love documentary photography and this is embedded in my style when shooting weddings. My approach to weddings is simple: To capture everything I see - the excitement, the smiles, the tears and the laughter! Which means that the images you receive from your wedding photographer are real, raw and naturalistic.
I want you to look back at your wedding album with fond memories of how beautiful it was by making sure you will have stunning photography that’s as unique as you are.
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AM I THE RIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER FOR YOU?
Absolutely! I completely understand. Every couple and wedding is unique, so it's crucial to find the perfect photographer for you. Let me paint a picture of the kind of clients I usually work wit.
You're in search of a wedding photographer, but the thought of stiff, posed couple shots and overly serious couples makes you cringe. Your vision for your wedding is all about creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere, steering clear of anything overly formal.
You have no desire to spend the entire day posing for pictures. Instead, you want to savor every single moment of your special day, while having awesome photos that tells a story of your wedding day.
You're seeking a wedding photographer who not only makes yo u feel at ease, but a helping hand throughout. Think extra groomsmen or bridesmaid lol or extra guest with a camera, someone who has your back.
Wedding PHOTOJOURNALISM
I love to capture the emotions and feelings of a day. I use natural light to create beautiful, documentary photographs of your wedding day. I get to meet awesome couples and photograph one of the biggest days of their lives! It is a beautiful feeling to capture such meaningful moments.
CHECK OUT SOME RECENT REVIEWS
James is by far the best you can get for your wedding! He was incredible. Not just a photographer! He helped us all get ready, he made sure we were always looking our best, and he fit into the wedding party brilliantly. So many people told us how great he was and how much they enjoyed spending time with him. He made sure we weren’t taken away from the party too much for our own photos, which we really appreciated. He was very accommodating and even stayed a lot later than we expected. The pictures are incredible! If you’re not booking James, you’re doing something wrong!!
You won't do better than Mr. Grist when it comes to a photographer. He shot our wedding photography way back in 2014 and was every bit the guy back then, who people in recent reviews talk about now.Not just a photographer, but a guy who is kind, friendly, puts you at ease and thinks on his feet!He recently agreed to complete a mini photoshoot for us as a family, over 10 years later. He was amazing with our little ones and once again captured the love between us as a couple and a family.Stunning photos supplied by a genuine gentleman and fellow family man. Thank you so, so much James... We wish you and your family best wishes and continued success 😁
We could not recommend James enough, we had heard incredible things about this man and he did not disappoint. James is more than "just" a photographer, he is the person that made sure everything ran smoothly and on time. He brings the most perfect energy alongside his cameras and makes everyone feel at ease.We didn't want a photographer that made us spend an abundance of time in front of the camera or a magnitude of staged shots. We wanted someone to capture the memories and parts that were true to the day that we may have otherwise missed and he did exactly that.I am going to let the photos speak for themselves because they do a much better job than I do.But just one final note -Without James, our wedding just wouldn't have been the same.
James Grist is amazing. I would wholeheartedly recommend James to any potential client.He was so warm and calming throughout our day and even during every one of my most bridezilla moments.I met James at a wedding fair at The Bell and instantly liked his style. Throughout the booking process and the lead up, James was so chilled and listened to all my wants and worries.James never felt like he was hired and I was his client, it was like he was one the family. He was just honestly so lovely.He was incredibly helpful…..even ended up tying the my new husbands tie for him!Had lots of tips throughout…..He was cheerful and funny and all the guests loved him.My photos were exquisite and just simply everything I wished for.I just don’t think you need to weigh up whether James Grist is the right photographer for your wedding. Let me tell you, he 1000000% is. Book him. Book him now.
We cannot recommend James highly enough. In the run up to the wedding he was on hand to provide advice and reassurance, answering all of our questions and taking some of those pre-wedding concerns off our plate. On the day itself he blended in like one of the guests, whilst providing invaluable support (including knowing how to pin in a veil and sort all of the buttonholes for the guys!) The photos have come out perfectly, capturing all of the joy and special moments on the day. We have pictures that include all of our guests, providing a thorough and amazing set of memories of our day. We thoroughly recommend James and are hugely grateful for everything he did to make the day special.
James was amazing, he helped our wedding day run so smoothly - I cant believe the amount of people who commented on how great he was after the big day too! Thanks for our lovely photos and for telling the story to one of the biggest days in our life we can cherish forever.
I highly recommend James as a wedding photographer. From the moment we discovered his online portfolio, we were captivated by his unique style. On our wedding day, he seamlessly blended in with our family, making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. His supportive and helpful nature truly enhanced our experience.The photos he captured are stunning and beautifully document our special day. We received a lovely box containing our favourite 100 prints, along with all the images on a creative USB stick designed to look like a film roll. We couldn't be happier with his services. If you’re looking for a talented and personable photographer, look no further than James!
I highly recommend James as a wedding photographer. From the moment we discovered his online portfolio, we were captivated by his unique style. On our wedding day, he seamlessly blended in with our family, making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. His supportive and helpful nature truly enhanced our experience.The photos he captured are stunning and beautifully document our special day. We received a lovely box containing our favourite 100 prints, along with all the images on a creative USB stick designed to look like a film roll. We couldn't be happier with his services. If you’re looking for a talented and personable photographer, look no further than James!
We were lucky enough to experience James’ expertise at my brother’s wedding and had no hesitation in booking him for ours. He is very easy going, nothing is too much trouble and had spare hair clips when needed. Also managed to conjure up forks & ice when requested! He fitted in well with all the guests.Not only did James put our mind at ease at the pre-wedding meeting. His help & support throughout the entire day was above & beyond anything we could have imagined.We would most definitely recommend to anyone wanting a relaxed but thorough photographer.
James came recommended to us through a friend who had used him for their wedding. This was by far the best recommendation we received. James came round for a pre wedding meeting where we discussed what we did and didn't want for the day and he definitely understood the assignment. From the moment James arrived in the morning to the moment he left he was a dream. He went above and beyond his role of photographer and we have had countless compliments from our guests on how much he helped, not just me and my husband but everyone. He even managed to remember everybody's name and roles throughout the whole day! We have received our teaser shots and are beyond excited to see the rest. We couldn't recommend James enough!
James was probably the best booking we made for our wedding day. That includes the catering, the entertainment and the venue (all of which were brilliant). He provided an unbelievable service and a fantastic relaxed professionalism. Having not hosted a wedding before, nor hired a wedding planner, his contributions to the day were priceless. He had plenty of fantastic tips and most importantly, he treated our friends and family with the utmost respect. He handled tricky political issues between family members really well for things like photos. We had a pre wedding shoot because we were nervous about the thought of being photographed so much, and that was a dream as well! He was so supportive and we both feel he committed his everything to capturing us all at our best. Thank you, James.
It’s always a pleasure to work with James, so if you’re looking for a wedding photographer in Kent check out James and his work
Wow James I don’t think my words can described how amazing you are! You are worth your weight in gold! You remembered everyone’s names, helped in anyway you could and were brilliant with the 13 children I had in my party! The photos are amazing and we cannot thank you enough for being a big part of our wedding day. I will recommend you to anyone and everyone over and over again. Thank you so much!
James captured our day perfectly. He honestly was the most fun, caring photographer to have. I extremely recommend James for anyone's special day. He took pictures of the most perfect moments and more. Felt very comfortable with James around and also had lots of fun!
James was incredible - not just a brilliant photographer but practically a second coordinator for the day itself. Was so helpful and many guests commented on how great he was. The photos are beautiful, he knew all the right shots to take and catered how he would capture the day based on our preferences ie not too formal photo heavy! James thanks for being fantastic!
James was incredible from start to finish, the photos he captured were amazing- natural and professional. He made all of our guests feel so comfortable with his relaxed, friendly ways and he couldn’t do enough to help us all.We highly recommend James as your Wedding photographer- you won’t be disappointed!!
Absolutely cannot fault James! He blended in so well to capture candid photos and fit in with our whole wedding party. We love our photos and got everything we could have wanted! Thanks so much James!Already recommended to a friend and would recommend to anyone else!
We’d been lucky enough to attend several weddings that James photographed so very much thought we knew what to expect, however,James absolutely blew us away.Not only are our photos better than we ever could’ve imagined, when you book James as a photographer you’re getting so much more.He was an integral part to the success of our day and it’s an understatement to say we couldn’t have done without him.From reminding us to take the flowers out of the water, to ushering the guests to where they needed to be. He helped with the timings and ordering of the day and went as far as learning our guests names, everyone was so impressed and commented to us afterwards about how amazing he was.The quality of our photos, the ease in which he made us feel on the day and the amount you receive are just phenomenal.Words can’t describe how grateful we are, thank you so much James!
We knew we were in safe hands with James as at least 2 of our friends had used him for their weddings but he really is a pro and amazing at what he does! The day ran so smoothly and a lot of that was down to James. From first online meeting, to pre wedding catch up, he listened to what was important to us and we are so pleased with the amazing photos he took to remember the day. Can’t recommend him enough and thank you for all you did on the day- especially working with 2 boisterous Labradors!
James is by far the best you can get for your wedding! He was incredible. Not just a photographer! He helped us all get ready, he made sure we were always looking our best, and he fit into the wedding party brilliantly. So many people told us how great he was and how much they enjoyed spending time with him. He made sure we weren’t taken away from the party too much for our own photos, which we really appreciated. He was very accommodating and even stayed a lot later than we expected. The pictures are incredible! If you’re not booking James, you’re doing something wrong!!
You won't do better than Mr. Grist when it comes to a photographer. He shot our wedding photography way back in 2014 and was every bit the guy back then, who people in recent reviews talk about now.Not just a photographer, but a guy who is kind, friendly, puts you at ease and thinks on his feet!He recently agreed to complete a mini photoshoot for us as a family, over 10 years later. He was amazing with our little ones and once again captured the love between us as a couple and a family.Stunning photos supplied by a genuine gentleman and fellow family man. Thank you so, so much James... We wish you and your family best wishes and continued success 😁
We could not recommend James enough, we had heard incredible things about this man and he did not disappoint. James is more than "just" a photographer, he is the person that made sure everything ran smoothly and on time. He brings the most perfect energy alongside his cameras and makes everyone feel at ease.We didn't want a photographer that made us spend an abundance of time in front of the camera or a magnitude of staged shots. We wanted someone to capture the memories and parts that were true to the day that we may have otherwise missed and he did exactly that.I am going to let the photos speak for themselves because they do a much better job than I do.But just one final note -Without James, our wedding just wouldn't have been the same.
James Grist is amazing. I would wholeheartedly recommend James to any potential client.He was so warm and calming throughout our day and even during every one of my most bridezilla moments.I met James at a wedding fair at The Bell and instantly liked his style. Throughout the booking process and the lead up, James was so chilled and listened to all my wants and worries.James never felt like he was hired and I was his client, it was like he was one the family. He was just honestly so lovely.He was incredibly helpful…..even ended up tying the my new husbands tie for him!Had lots of tips throughout…..He was cheerful and funny and all the guests loved him.My photos were exquisite and just simply everything I wished for.I just don’t think you need to weigh up whether James Grist is the right photographer for your wedding. Let me tell you, he 1000000% is. Book him. Book him now.
We cannot recommend James highly enough. In the run up to the wedding he was on hand to provide advice and reassurance, answering all of our questions and taking some of those pre-wedding concerns off our plate. On the day itself he blended in like one of the guests, whilst providing invaluable support (including knowing how to pin in a veil and sort all of the buttonholes for the guys!) The photos have come out perfectly, capturing all of the joy and special moments on the day. We have pictures that include all of our guests, providing a thorough and amazing set of memories of our day. We thoroughly recommend James and are hugely grateful for everything he did to make the day special.
James was amazing, he helped our wedding day run so smoothly - I cant believe the amount of people who commented on how great he was after the big day too! Thanks for our lovely photos and for telling the story to one of the biggest days in our life we can cherish forever.
I highly recommend James as a wedding photographer. From the moment we discovered his online portfolio, we were captivated by his unique style. On our wedding day, he seamlessly blended in with our family, making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. His supportive and helpful nature truly enhanced our experience.The photos he captured are stunning and beautifully document our special day. We received a lovely box containing our favourite 100 prints, along with all the images on a creative USB stick designed to look like a film roll. We couldn't be happier with his services. If you’re looking for a talented and personable photographer, look no further than James!
I highly recommend James as a wedding photographer. From the moment we discovered his online portfolio, we were captivated by his unique style. On our wedding day, he seamlessly blended in with our family, making everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. His supportive and helpful nature truly enhanced our experience.The photos he captured are stunning and beautifully document our special day. We received a lovely box containing our favourite 100 prints, along with all the images on a creative USB stick designed to look like a film roll. We couldn't be happier with his services. If you’re looking for a talented and personable photographer, look no further than James!
We were lucky enough to experience James’ expertise at my brother’s wedding and had no hesitation in booking him for ours. He is very easy going, nothing is too much trouble and had spare hair clips when needed. Also managed to conjure up forks & ice when requested! He fitted in well with all the guests.Not only did James put our mind at ease at the pre-wedding meeting. His help & support throughout the entire day was above & beyond anything we could have imagined.We would most definitely recommend to anyone wanting a relaxed but thorough photographer.
James came recommended to us through a friend who had used him for their wedding. This was by far the best recommendation we received. James came round for a pre wedding meeting where we discussed what we did and didn't want for the day and he definitely understood the assignment. From the moment James arrived in the morning to the moment he left he was a dream. He went above and beyond his role of photographer and we have had countless compliments from our guests on how much he helped, not just me and my husband but everyone. He even managed to remember everybody's name and roles throughout the whole day! We have received our teaser shots and are beyond excited to see the rest. We couldn't recommend James enough!
James was probably the best booking we made for our wedding day. That includes the catering, the entertainment and the venue (all of which were brilliant). He provided an unbelievable service and a fantastic relaxed professionalism. Having not hosted a wedding before, nor hired a wedding planner, his contributions to the day were priceless. He had plenty of fantastic tips and most importantly, he treated our friends and family with the utmost respect. He handled tricky political issues between family members really well for things like photos. We had a pre wedding shoot because we were nervous about the thought of being photographed so much, and that was a dream as well! He was so supportive and we both feel he committed his everything to capturing us all at our best. Thank you, James.
It’s always a pleasure to work with James, so if you’re looking for a wedding photographer in Kent check out James and his work
Wow James I don’t think my words can described how amazing you are! You are worth your weight in gold! You remembered everyone’s names, helped in anyway you could and were brilliant with the 13 children I had in my party! The photos are amazing and we cannot thank you enough for being a big part of our wedding day. I will recommend you to anyone and everyone over and over again. Thank you so much!
James captured our day perfectly. He honestly was the most fun, caring photographer to have. I extremely recommend James for anyone's special day. He took pictures of the most perfect moments and more. Felt very comfortable with James around and also had lots of fun!
James was incredible - not just a brilliant photographer but practically a second coordinator for the day itself. Was so helpful and many guests commented on how great he was. The photos are beautiful, he knew all the right shots to take and catered how he would capture the day based on our preferences ie not too formal photo heavy! James thanks for being fantastic!
James was incredible from start to finish, the photos he captured were amazing- natural and professional. He made all of our guests feel so comfortable with his relaxed, friendly ways and he couldn’t do enough to help us all.We highly recommend James as your Wedding photographer- you won’t be disappointed!!
Absolutely cannot fault James! He blended in so well to capture candid photos and fit in with our whole wedding party. We love our photos and got everything we could have wanted! Thanks so much James!Already recommended to a friend and would recommend to anyone else!
We’d been lucky enough to attend several weddings that James photographed so very much thought we knew what to expect, however,James absolutely blew us away.Not only are our photos better than we ever could’ve imagined, when you book James as a photographer you’re getting so much more.He was an integral part to the success of our day and it’s an understatement to say we couldn’t have done without him.From reminding us to take the flowers out of the water, to ushering the guests to where they needed to be. He helped with the timings and ordering of the day and went as far as learning our guests names, everyone was so impressed and commented to us afterwards about how amazing he was.The quality of our photos, the ease in which he made us feel on the day and the amount you receive are just phenomenal.Words can’t describe how grateful we are, thank you so much James!
We knew we were in safe hands with James as at least 2 of our friends had used him for their weddings but he really is a pro and amazing at what he does! The day ran so smoothly and a lot of that was down to James. From first online meeting, to pre wedding catch up, he listened to what was important to us and we are so pleased with the amazing photos he took to remember the day. Can’t recommend him enough and thank you for all you did on the day- especially working with 2 boisterous Labradors!
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