Simon Dewey Photography

If you’re looking for wedding photos that feel real, relaxed, and true to who you are, you’ve probably come across the term documentary wedding photography. It’s a style that’s grown in popularity over recent years — and for good reason. But it’s also a style that’s often misunderstood, misrepresented, and (being on trend at the moment) misunderstood. This article explains clearly what documentary wedding photography is… and just as importantly, what it isn’t, so you can decide whether it’s the right fit for your wedding day.10 Jan 2026Learn more