Ian Baker Photography

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to propose and a reminder of why I love photographing couples in the Cotswolds. Whether it’s a quiet walk through rolling hills, a cozy moment in a historic village, or simply laughing together in the golden light, these are the moments that tell a love story naturally. As a Cotswolds wedding photographer, my goal is to capture genuine connection and emotion that you’ll treasure long after today. 🤍

27/01/2026

Still searching for a beautiful venue in the Cotswolds for your wedding? I’ll be joining other super talented Gloucestershire suppliers this Friday 30th January and Sunday February 1st from 10am at the beautiful for their wedding fair double header so do pop along for a chat - I’ve shot many weddings here over the years and there’s not a location hot spot I don’t know about at this magnificent place ❤️ Hope to see you there!

04/11/2025

Love shooting at Owlpen Manor! Never disappoints…

04/10/2025

All set up and ready for the Berkeley Castle Exclusive Weddings show today. Starts at 12 and finishes at 4 so do pop along and say hi!

29/09/2025

WEDDING FAIR THIS SATURDAY THE 4th OCTOBER! If getting married in a castle could be your thing then really should be up there, front of house, top of the list. Such a spectacular place and I’ve shot enough weddings there to know and to be be able to shout its praises from the rafters - outside and in it’s truly epic. If you want to find out more then do pop along on Saturday between 12 and 4 and make sure you say hi! I’m doing a walk round or two so you’ll really be able to get the feel for how magical a Berkeley Castle wedding is.

28/08/2025

🍂 Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons to get married, and it’s just around the corner. So as an experienced wedding photographer, here’s what you can expect on your wedding day or even if you’re planning an autumn wedding:

📸 Lighting: The sun sets earlier, which means golden hour happens sooner in the day. Make sure you plan your timeline carefully to capture that dreamy, soft, golden light.

🍁 Colors & Backdrops: Nature does half the work for you so make sure you take advantage of it - rich reds, golds, and oranges create stunning natural backdrops for portraits which you just don’t get in other seasons.

🌡️ Weather Considerations: Temperatures can dip quickly. Having wraps, blankets, or cozy indoor spaces ensures comfort while still allowing for gorgeous outdoor shots.

22/08/2025

The Proposal. The start of forever deserves to be remembered beautifully and to capture this, planning is everything: it’s all about the where and the how.

I’ve shot at this magnificent part of many times and know how beautiful it can look but it was important the proposer knew beforehand exactly where to position himself for me to capture his girlfriend’s reaction.

Also, and this is a BIG one, how would I do this? My suggestion was to be “hidden in plain sight” and to already be there photographing the location (I said to mention there may be a photographer taking some shots for the castle to use for marketing!) rather than be lurking somewhere and risk being seen (the last pic is me getting my location just right for the composition).

And if you’re wondering…she said yes!!! 💍💍💍

21/07/2025

The Gaze.

Tina Barney, a famous American portrait photographer, once said of one of her shots taken in 2004 of a teenage girl that “the gaze defines the entire spirit of the human being”. So true. I think these two images really highlight what is so important in wedding photography: to go beyond the obvious, and to be on the look out constantly to capture something truly special and unique to an individual. It becomes even more poignant with two people looking in to each other’s eyes while making their wedding vows.

13/07/2025

The perfect getting ready room. Loads of flattering, natural light and a perfectly placed little nub in the beam to hang the dress! And then there’s the location…❤️

09/07/2025

One of the many amazing locations available at Berkeley Castle Exclusive Weddings! If you’re getting married at Berkeley Castle - or still choosing your wedding venue - drop me a line and I’ll give you a show round!

Not everyone can say they got married in a real castle... but you can!

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21/06/2025

Bride: do you think it’s possible to get a nice shot of the back of my dress? Me: Absolutely!! …I know it’s really, really hot at the moment (longest day today too) but you’ve got to make the most of this gorgeous weather while you can. Gorgeous scenes at the ever wonderful