Groom and bride touching foreheads beneath a wedding veil at Ravens Ait

 

Wedding Photography in Birmingham & Across the UK

 

Editorial-led wedding photography with a documentary backbone.

Refined, intentional imagery that feels considered, elevated, and quietly honest.

 

Wedding photography in Birmingham and across the UK, from civil ceremonies to full-day celebrations. Three packages, clear pricing, nothing hidden. Based in Birmingham, I travel UK-wide from London, Manchester, Worcester, to wherever your day is.



I photograph weddings for couples who care how their day looks and how it feels. The work is editorial in approach, guided when needed, unobtrusive when it matters, and always grounded in real moments rather than forced performance.

How I work



I balance editorial guidance during key moments with documentary observation throughout the day. I won't choreograph your wedding, but I'll shape moments that benefit from intention. You'll always know what to do without feeling managed. Think quiet creative lead—intervening when needed, disappearing when not.


The aesthetic is clean and composed, but remains documentary at heart. I prioritise real interactions, unforced emotion, and the day's natural rhythm. The result feels effortless yet intentional.

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Pricing packages
Black-and-white portrait of a bride wearing a veil during a London Somali nikah wedding

The Essentials – 6-hours


For intimate civil ceremonies and town hall weddings. Ceremony coverage, portraits, and the surrounding moments. Sneak peeks within 72 hours, consultation call, and timeline guidance. Best for couples who want elegance and honesty without full-day coverage.



• 325 Edited images via private gallery

• Sneak peeks within 72 hours

• Consultation call

• Timeline guidance

• Ongoing communication

£1250

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Newlywed couple walking through Belfast City Hall after an LGBTQ+ wedding ceremony

The Sweet Spot - 8 Hours

(Most Picked)

For ceremonies to receptions. Coverage from getting ready through to the evening. Sneak peeks within 72 hours, consultation call, timeline guidance, and ongoing communication throughout planning. Best for couples who want the full story without a 12-hour commitment.


•  450 Edited images via private gallery

• Sneak peeks within 72 hours

• Consultation call

• Timeline guidance

• Ongoing communication

£1500

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Newlywed mormon couple embracing during a wedding reception at Trafalgar Tavern in London

all Of It - 12 Hours



Full-day coverage from quiet morning moments to the last dances of the evening. Everything included. Sneak peeks within 72 hours, consultation call, timeline guidance, and ongoing communication. Best for couples who want every chapter documented, start to finish.


•  650 Edited images via private gallery

• Sneak peeks within 72 hours

• Consultation call

• Timeline guidance

• Ongoing communication

£1800

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Ravens Ait wedding groom portrait black and white candid moment London wedding photography

Second Shooter

A second photographer for wider coverage during key moments and faster timelines. Ideal for larger guest counts, multiple locations, or overlapping parts of the day. Ensures nothing gets missed while I’m covering the ceremony from the front.

 

from £300

 

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Polaroids

Instant film photographs captured throughout the day and handed over physically. Unedited, one-of-a-kind, intentionally imperfect. A tactile counterpoint to the main gallery — something your guests can hold on the day itself.

 

from £50

 

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Testimonials

London wedding photography couple walking together under archway classic elegant city wedding portrait UK

Picking a wedding photographer for our big day was one of the most important decisions we made, and we are so incredibly happy we found Shabaan! He was an absolute star from start to finish, and his amazing, bubbly energy made the whole day so much fun. The turnaround time for our photos was so quick, which was a brilliant surprise, and the quality is absolutely stunning. He captured the most beautiful, candid moments of our London wedding, and every single photo is a masterpiece. We would recommend Shabaan to any couple getting married in London

Indra - ★★★★★

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Ravens Ait wedding couple walking down steps just married bride and groom candid London wedding photography

If you're looking for a top-tier wedding photographer and videographer in London, look no further than Shabaan. He recently shot our wedding at the beautiful Ravens Ait Island, and we were so impressed with his work. He has a fantastic, bubbly presence that made us feel so comfortable, and his efficiency in getting our final photos and video to us was second to none. The images and film are a perfect reflection of our day. We highly recommend him for anyone planning a wedding in the London area.

Sam & Tam - ★★★★★

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Groom standing outside Enfield Registry Office

We had the pleasure of hiring Shabaan to photograph our wedding at The Hive in Worcester, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. He was an absolute professional, blending into the day seamlessly and capturing all the key moments. Shabaan worked quickly and efficiently, and we were thrilled when he delivered our photos in a remarkably short time frame. The final images are stunning. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-tier wedding photographer

Steve - ★★★★★

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Testimonials

Newlywed couple kissing beneath confetti at St George’s Hall in Liverpool

We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos! He was extremely attentive and helpful throughout the entire ceremony, making us feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera. He captured every special moment beautifully, and the final photos turned out amazing. Our family and friends keep complimenting how wonderful the pictures look. We are so grateful for his professionalism and talent, and we highly recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.

Luisa - ★★★★★

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FAQ

Are travel expenses included in your packages?

Travel within Birmingham and the surrounding Midlands is included in all packages. For weddings elsewhere in the UK: London, Manchester, Worcester, or further, travel is quoted clearly in advance so there are no surprises. Everything is confirmed during your consultation call before booking.

 

Do you photograph smaller or registry office weddings?

Yes. The Ivory package is specifically built for civil ceremonies, registry office weddings, and intimate celebrations. If you’re planning something quiet and intentional rather than a full-day affair, that’s a shoot I actively enjoy. Read more about registry office weddings in our guide here

 

This is our first photoshoot — what should we know?

 

You don’t need to know how to pose or perform. My approach is guided and relaxed, with clear direction when it’s helpful and space when it’s not. The focus is on natural movement, connection, and creating images that feel comfortable and unforced. Most couples tell me they forget about the camera within the first few minutes. That’s when the good frames start happening.

 

What’s included in every package?

Every package includes a private online gallery, sneak peeks within 72 hours, a consultation call before the day, timeline guidance, and ongoing communication leading up to your wedding. The difference between packages is coverage time and the number of edited images delivered. Nothing is hidden and everything is confirmed in writing before you book.

 

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Check if your date is free!

If you’re interested in editorial wedding photography and want to check availability, send over your date and venue (or location), plus a rough idea of coverage hours. I’ll confirm if I’m free, share what working together looks like, and we can take it from there.


 

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