Wedding Photography in South Wales
Relaxed, documentary coverage for couples who want to feel like themselves
Weddings can feel like a blur.
There’s a lot happening, a lot of people, and very little time to pause.
I photograph the day as it naturally unfolds, the big moments, the small ones, and everything in between, without turning it into a photoshoot.
If you’d rather spend your wedding actually enjoying it than posing for it, you’re in the right place.
My approach
I work in a way that allows you to settle into your day.
I won’t constantly interrupt moments or over-direct you. Most of the time, I’m quietly observing and anticipating what’s about to happen.
When it comes to portraits, I’ll guide you gently so you don’t feel awkward or unsure, but nothing will feel forced or staged.
You don’t need to know how to pose.
You don’t need to be “good in front of the camera.”
You just need to show up and be yourselves.
That’s more than enough.
I keep things simple.
Each collection is designed to give you the coverage you need without overcomplicating the decision. The difference comes down to how much of the day you’d like documented and whether you’d like to include an engagement session and album credit.
All collections include careful curation, gentle guidance where needed, and a gallery that tells the story of your day honestly.
The Collections
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The Intimate Collection - £1,350
For smaller celebrations that deserve the same care as any other wedding day.
Not every wedding fills a room. Some of the most meaningful ones don't. Up to 5 hours of coverage gives space for your ceremony, your people, and the portraits that matter - without the pressure of a full-day timeline.
You'll receive:
Up to 5 hours of documentary coverage
300+ carefully curated digital images
Private online gallery for sharing and downloading
Pre-wedding planning call
If this feels like the right fit, you can check availability below.
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Full Story Collection - £1,950
Most Popular
For couples who want their day captured naturally and without it feeling like a production.
Up to 8 hours of coverage allows space for the key parts of your wedding to unfold calmly - from preparations through to your reception.
This collection includes:
Upto to 8 hours of documentary coverage
500+ carefully curated digital images
Private online gallery for sharing and downloading
Pre-wedding planning support
£100 album creditThis collection offers thoughtful, complete coverage for couples who want their story told with care and clarity.
If this feels like the right fit for your plans, you can check availability below.
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Signature Collection - £2,800
For couples who want the full story — without time pressure.
With up to 10 hours of coverage, your day has room to breathe. The quiet anticipation in the morning. The in-between moments. The dance floor at the end of the night. The engagement session gives you space to feel comfortable before the day itself, so nothing feels unfamiliar when it matters most.
This collection includes:
Up to 10 hours coverage
600+ curated digital images
Private online gallery
Engagement session included
£300 album credit
Priority editing timeline
If you want your wedding story told fully and without rushing any part of it, this collection was designed for you.
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Signature Plus - £3,500
For couples who want the full story - before, during and after the day itself.
With up to 12 hours of coverage and a second photographer, every part of your wedding is documented without compromise. The engagement and bridal portrait sessions give you unhurried time before the day - space to feel comfortable, and portraits that aren't competing with a timeline.
This collection includes:
Up to 12 hours coverage
Second photographer included
600+ curated digital images
Private online gallery
Engagement session included
Bridal portrait session included
£500 album credit
Priority editing timeline
If you want your wedding documented completely, and the moments around it treated with the same care, this is the collection for you.
What’s included in every wedding package-
Natural, unobtrusive coverage that captures the real moments, real emotion and real connections of your day.
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A few months before the wedding, we’ll create a shared Pinterest board where you can add ideas, colours, details and moments that feel like you. It’s a way for me to understand your vibe without staging or posing anything that doesn’t feel natural.
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A friendly chat to get to know you both, understand your plans and shape a photography timeline that fits your celebration.
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Your full collection delivered in a beautiful, easy-to-use digital gallery for downloading, sharing and printing.
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Fully edited, full-size digital files suitable for printing and albums.
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A small preview selection so you have something special to share and enjoy while the full gallery is being edited.
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A consistent, reliable turnaround time you can trust, even during peak season.
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Travel further afield is happily arranged with a simple travel cost added.
Beyond the Wedding Day
Your wedding story doesn’t have to begin and end on the day itself.
Some couples like to slow things down. To create space for portraits without a timeline, or to celebrate this season in a different way. These additional sessions are designed to complement your wedding coverage without feeling like an obligation.
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Engagement Session - £275
(Already included in Signature)
1 hour session
25 curated digital images
Option to upgrade your galleryA relaxed, pressure-free session before the wedding. It’s a chance to get comfortable in front of the camera and spend an hour together without guests, timelines or expectations. Many couples use these images for save-the-dates or simply as a reminder of this chapter before everything changes.
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Bridal Portrait Session - £295
1.5 hour session
30 curated digital images
Option to upgrade your galleryFor brides who’d love more time in their dress without the schedule of the wedding day. Whether outdoors in natural light or somewhere meaningful to you, this session allows space for more intentional, artistic portraits that feel calm and unhurried.
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Bridal Boudoir Session - £495
2 hour session
40 curated digital images
Option to upgrade your galleryA quiet, confidence-building experience before your wedding. Elegant, relaxed and guided gently, this session is about celebrating yourself in this moment. Some brides choose it as a personal keepsake, others as an album gift, but above all it’s designed to feel empowering rather than performative.
Kind Words
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Jess & Tom
"If you're looking for a reliable, trustworthy, committed, friendly and professional photographer that adapts to your needs for your wedding then reach out to Jo! Jo met us pre our wedding to understand all our requirements, she delivered over and above on them all working with our other suppliers to make our day run perfectly capturing our special moment’s. I couldn’t thank Jo enough for making our day what it was by being easy to work with and making everyone feel comfortable whilst they captured our day. Thank you so much!"
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Jess & Jack
“We booked Joanna for our legal ceremony and honestly couldn’t have asked for better! She was such a vibe the whole day - making us laugh, keeping everything light, and just a joy to have around. She completely nailed the brief, capturing all the shots and styles we wanted without ever making it feel like we were being pulled away from our families and guests for too long, which was exactly what we hoped for. Jo came recommended by a friend, and I’d 100% recommend her for any special occasion”
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Christina & Daniel
“If you're looking for an amazing photographer, then Jo really is the one for you. From the start of the process until the end she was so professional. We had a few meet ups to discuss and go through what we wanted on the day and she definitely delivered. Jo really captured us in our true light, the laid back chilled vibes of our wedding and I couldn't have been more happy with the results of our wedding photography. I would highly recommend Joanna May Photography to anyone who is looking for a top class photographer. Thank you Jo for making mine and Daniels wedding day so special, forever grateful”.
View my work
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Jessica & Jack’s Intimate Cardiff Ceremony
A beautifully relaxed day filled with warmth, laughter, and stylish touches. From getting ready together at The Parkgate Hotel to their intimate ceremony at Insole Court, Jessica and Jack’s celebration was effortlessly cool, heartfelt, and completely true to them.
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Christina & Daniel’s Gower Wedding
Christina and Daniel celebrated their wedding at the beautiful King Arthur Hotel in the Gower, before heading to Rhossili Bay for golden-hour portraits by the sea. Their day was filled with laughter, confetti, and adventure, captured in a relaxed, storytelling style that reflects the joy of their celebration.
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Jess & Tom’s Coed-y-Mwstwr Wedding
Jess and Tom celebrated their wedding at Coed-y-Mwstwr Hotel in Bridgend, just weeks after welcoming baby Oliver. With Jess creating her own beautiful flower arrangements, the day was filled with personal touches, love, and joy shared with family and friends.
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Katie & Luke's Rosedew Farm Wedding
A relaxed wedding at Rosedew Farm, full of colour, personality and those easy, natural moments that made the day completely theirs. From wildflower bouquets to a sunny farm-side celebration, Katie and Luke’s day was warm, effortless and full of love.
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Bridal Boudoir Session in the Studio
This bridal boudoir session was all about celebrating confidence and femininity before the big day. The shoot included a mix of intimate bridal touches - like a flowing veil - alongside powerful, playful styling that made the session completely unique.
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Samantha’s Bridal Portraits at the Manor House
Samantha’s modern and elegant bridal portrait session at the manor house - clean lines, natural light and effortless confidence throughout.
If this feels like the right fit
I’d love to hear about your plans.
Tell me your date, your venue and what matters most to you about your wedding day. I’ll confirm availability and guide you through the next steps.
No pressure. No complicated process. Just a straightforward conversation to see if we’re the right match.
See more recent South Wales weddings and behind-the-scenes moments on Instagram.
