SWANSEA AND SOUTH WALES WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Wedding Photography you can feel.

swansea and south wales wedding photographer john wellings bride and groom at sunset

Blending in is my special move.

I’m John, a documentary wedding photographer based in Swansea, South Wales; telling love stories all over South Wales and beyond for the past 15 years.

I want your day to feel completely yours, no posed cheese, just good vibes on a great day. I know what makes for a great wedding day and how having a chill photographer can make it so!

  • You want great photos but don’t want to turn your day into a photoshoot
  • You want an experienced photographer
  • Maybe you hate having your photo taken
  • You want an epic party with all your closest people

I do everything to give my couples the absolute best experience and a collection of wedding photos that really feels like ‘them’. If this sounds like your vibe, I’d love to hear from you.

VIEW MY PORTFOLIO
bride and groom at sunset
bride embraces mother on wedding day
bridal preperations
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bride and groom walk at the fairyhill wedding venue in swansea south wales
groom holds back tears as bride walks down the aisle at Fairyhill Swansea
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bridal party pose at st tewdrics manor
bride and bride on beach in wedding dress
south wales wedding photographer john wellings bridal prep
dramtic cliff top wedding photograph
black and white image of bride and groom walking in front of wedding venue

Only Good Vibes.

Hi, my name is John Wellings.

I am a documentary wedding photographer in Swansea, South Wales.

Storytelling through photography is my vibe.

Blending in is my special move.

About me.

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“It was a pleasure to work with John from the first email months before the wedding to the last shot he took.
 
His professionalism and approach-ability made the entire process stress-free, and despite less than perfect weather on the big day, Johns creativity and spontaneity resulted in some truly wonderful images that we’ll forever treasure.”
Emma & Martin

“I wish I could give more than five stars! My husband and I are notoriously awkward in front of a camera but John not only put us both completely at ease but managed to capture some incredible photos of our wedding in the process. John was super laid back but a complete professional. His modern style of photography suited us perfectly and not only is he clearly a talented man but a really lovely guy to boot! Can’t recommend enough!”
Amy & Sam

“John was absolutely amazing. We had John for two days, registry office & party and he delivered on every single photo! We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, he captured both days perfectly and made us all feel so at ease! Couldn’t recommend enough!”
Fion & Iain
“Not only is John an amazing photographer (seriously, your photos will make you happy cry as you re-live your day) and an absolutely lovely guy, I also think he has ninja training. His ability to be everywhere, capturing the atmosphere of your day, whilst also not being noticed or intruding on the special moments he photographs, is quite frankly incredible.
We don’t typically like having our picture taken, but John made us feel 100% comfortable from start to finish and I would recommend him to anyone.
We will treasure our wedding album forever – Thank you John!”
Joanna & Scott
“John was the perfect fit for our wedding day. He was calm, put everyone at ease and took the most beautiful photos! We were nervous about our couple portraits, but he made us feel so relaxed and comfortable that we ended up really enjoying it!
Looking back through our photos has been an absolute joy. John has captured all the little details and moments of our day, as well as taking beautiful photos of the venue and spaces we were in.
We wholeheartedly recommend John for both his presence on the day and the gorgeous photos he took for us! Thank you so much!!!”
Emma-Jane & Andrew
“Rhodri & I have spent the last few days looking at the photos you’ve sent over, we really couldn’t be happier! You’ve perfectly captured how much fun everyone had on our wedding day and we are so grateful”
Nicola & Rhodri
“John was amazing, he made everything so easy and such a lovely person to share time with.
We had photos at Parc Le Breos and then at Three Cliffs Beach, we weren’t expecting to get so many different locations but John wanted to do as much as we could to get amazing photos.”
Rosali & Chris

“Highly recommend John. He captured our wedding in may at Nash point lighthouse beautifully. We loved his style and he suited the unique venue perfectly. He is discrete and captures all aspects naturally. Also the attention to detail right through to sending the pictures to us has been wonderful. Thanks John!”
Daniella & Dale

Hi John. Just a quick Hi from Aime and myself before I say how delighted we both are with the photographs. We could not be any more pleased with the final product, we are thrilled! I would also like to thank you for the way in which you conducted yourself throughout the whole process. Diolch yn fawr iawn!!! ps how you made the rain disappear amazes me! A great photographer and a magician to boot!!!
Aime & Justin

“John proved to be the right choice for our special day, his informal and unobtrusive style was perfect! John was friendly, easy going and quick to respond to any queries.
 
We had our photos in no time and were amazed at how many we didn’t know had been taken, this particularly added an element of surprise and enjoyment to the viewing.”
Sam & Neil

“Very relaxed, natural and creative photography. John’s photography suited my husband and myself as we do not like posing for photographs so his informal style of capturing moments was fantastic.
 
We have beautiful pictures of our special day which really capture the essence of us as a couple. Thank you so much John!”
Amy & Rob

“It was a pleasure to work with John from the first email months before the wedding to the last shot he took.
 
His professionalism and approach-ability made the entire process stress-free, and despite less than perfect weather on the big day, Johns creativity and spontaneity resulted in some truly wonderful images that we’ll forever treasure.”
Marion & Matt
bride and bride kissing on a beach under a rainbow

MY STYLE.

Timeless, Documentary, Real af.

I’m not about setting things up to make them look perfect, life isn’t like that. I’m all about real moments, not getting in the way, not becoming a part of the story lets me get inside and document things the way they are.

My couples are relaxed and don’t want to spend endless hours standing around having photos taken while they miss their own wedding day.

They aren’t precious about keeping the dress absolutely pristine or being afraid to be awkward, they want to have the absolute best time they can with the people they love the most.

That being said, I’m god tier at getting formal photos done quickly and easily and have been told I have ‘ninja skills’, true.

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ELOPEMENT

next steps:

1. say hello

Like what you’ve seen so far? Drop me a quick message with your details, wedding date and any other thoughts.

2. let’s talk

Its important to me that both the style of my photography and the way I work fit with your wedding plans. This is a chance for you to ask me any questions you might have and to get to know each other a little!

3. book me

If you feel that I may be the right fit for your day, we can move forward to booking your wedding. I have a straightforward and easy process to get your date secured.

“We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, he captured both days perfectly and made us all feel so at ease! Couldn’t recommend enough!“

Ffion & Iain

Wedding photographer in Swansea

Your wedding day is a once in a lifetime event, and my mission is to ensure that every moment is beautifully preserved for generations to come. With a passion for storytelling and an eye for detail, I strive to create stunning photographs that tell the unique story of your wedding day.

I understand that planning a wedding can be overwhelming, which is why I approach every one with professionalism, care, and a dash of creativity. Whether you’re exchanging vows in a charming countryside barn or saying “I do” on a clifftop overlooking the sea, I’ll be there to capture every precious moment with style and creativity.

Take a look at my portfolio to see examples of my work and get a sense of my photography style. From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, I’ve had the honour of documenting weddings of all shapes and sizes, each one as unique as the couple at the centre of it all.

So if you’re searching for a wedding photographer in Swansea, Cardiff, South Wales and Bristol then let’s chat about how I can help bring your wedding vision to life, creating memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Contact me today to schedule a consultation – I can’t wait to hear all about your love story!

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