Weddings move quickly. Faster than most people realise. One minute you’re arriving, the next you’re being congratulated, speeches are happening, emotions are flying, and the day feels like it’s disappearing in real time. That’s why experience matters so much when it comes to wedding photography.

After photographing weddings for many years across North Yorkshire, Teesside and the North East, I’ve learned that the most important moments often aren’t the obvious ones. They’re not always centre stage. They happen quietly, in the background, or just before something else takes everyone’s attention. And unless you know how to recognise them before they happen, they’re easy to miss.

Over the past few years, I’ve seen more and more couples choosing twilight weddings — and honestly, I absolutely love photographing them. A twilight wedding is exactly what it sounds like: a later ceremony, usually in the afternoon or early evening, followed by a relaxed celebration into the night. They’re often more intimate, more laid-back, and full of atmosphere, and from a photography point of view they can be incredible.

If you’re planning a wedding in North Yorkshire or the North East and you’re considering a twilight ceremony, here are some of the biggest reasons why it might be one of the best choices you make.

Planning a wedding at Sneaton Castle means stepping into a world where Gothic architecture meets modern luxury. As a North Yorkshire wedding photographer with 17 years of experience capturing stories along this coastline, I can safely say there is nowhere quite like it.

From the dramatic stone arches to the light-filled chapel, Sneaton Castle isn't just a venue; it’s a storyteller's dream. But how do you make sure your wedding photographs do justice to such an iconic Whitby landmark?

Planning a wedding in North Yorkshire or Teesside right now feels a little different than it did a few years ago. We are all feeling the pinch, but your wedding day isn't just another event—it’s the one day you’ll want to look back on for the next fifty years.

As a photographer with 17 years of experience shooting across the North East, I’ve seen trends come and go. But the one thing that remains timeless? Quality.

However, in 2026, being "high-end" shouldn't mean being "unreachable." Here is why this year is the year of the Smart Wedding, and how I’m changing the way I work to support local couples.