Ian Bursill - Wedding Photojournalist

Ian Bursill - Wedding Photojournalist Authentic // Soulful // Unposed. International award-winner. Currently ranked in the top 20 Worldwide, top 15 in Europe & top 4 in the UK (WPJA).

Currently ranked in the top 20 Worldwide, top 15 in Europe & top 4 in the UK and was the top UK Wedding Photographer in 2009 (WPJA). Award-winning UK wedding photojournalist Ian Bursill documents the true essence of his couples' weddings - real people and genuine emotions. The Wedding Photojournalist Association's (WPJA) 'Top UK Photographer' in 2009. The Lancashire 'Top Photographer' in the 2012, 2014 and 2015 UK Wedding Industry Awards.

The magic of getting ready together.At Beatrice & Harrison’s wedding at The Royal Crescent Hotel in Bath, the morning wa...
22/02/2025

The magic of getting ready together.

At Beatrice & Harrison’s wedding at The Royal Crescent Hotel in Bath, the morning was filled with quiet, heartfelt moments—like this one. As Harrison’s soon-to-be sister-in-law carefully pinned his buttonhole, Beatrice was in the background, having her final touches done by the talented makeup artist Lisa.

Being in the same room for it all meant nothing was missed—just pure connection, anticipation, and the beautiful chaos of a wedding morning.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture every moment of your day.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Lauren’s smile says it all.Walking down the aisle at St Denys Church in Bedfordshire, arm in arm with her dad, she’s mom...
21/02/2025

Lauren’s smile says it all.

Walking down the aisle at St Denys Church in Bedfordshire, arm in arm with her dad, she’s moments away from marrying Will. Surrounded by love, anticipation, and the quiet excitement of a new beginning, this is the kind of moment that lingers forever.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture every unexpected moment of your wedding day.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Who knew a game of Jenga could steal the spotlight? At Lynette and Paul’s wedding at Prestwold Hall in Leicestershire, o...
20/02/2025

Who knew a game of Jenga could steal the spotlight? At Lynette and Paul’s wedding at Prestwold Hall in Leicestershire, one guest was so deep into the game that even as the bricks tumbled, her smile never wavered. Sometimes losing is just as fun as winning!

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 in Leicestershire, Blackburn, and across the UK. Let’s capture every unexpected moment of your day.

📸 Multi-award-winning photographer:
• WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
• UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Sometimes, a little mischief makes the moment.At Laura & Daniel’s wedding at Prestwold Hall, one guest couldn’t resist t...
19/02/2025

Sometimes, a little mischief makes the moment.

At Laura & Daniel’s wedding at Prestwold Hall, one guest couldn’t resist trying on a lady’s hat—much to everyone’s amusement. And honestly? It suited him perfectly!

It’s these playful, unscripted moments that bring a wedding to life—the laughter, the spontaneity, and the little surprises that make the day truly unforgettable.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture every unique moment of your special day.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Bridal prep with an unexpected twist!In the final moments before the ceremony at The Old Cow Shed, Emily was deep in pre...
18/02/2025

Bridal prep with an unexpected twist!

In the final moments before the ceremony at The Old Cow Shed, Emily was deep in prep mode—until a little flower girl decided to sneak under her mum’s dress for a closer look. A perfectly unplanned, heartwarming moment that sums up exactly why I love photographing weddings with kids—because with them, there’s never a dull moment!

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture all the surprises your day has in store.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Pure wedding magic in every detail.At Kimberley & Peter’s reception at Kilworth House, Peter proudly flashes his wedding...
17/02/2025

Pure wedding magic in every detail.

At Kimberley & Peter’s reception at Kilworth House, Peter proudly flashes his wedding ring to his groomsmen, while Kimberley chats effortlessly with guests in the background. It’s a moment filled with pride, joy, and the unmistakable warmth of celebration—proof that the best wedding memories aren’t just in the big gestures, but in the small, unscripted moments that make the day unforgettable.

Because the real magic is always in the authentic moments.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that tell your story.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Every story deserves the perfect final frame.At Kelly & Paul’s wedding at Bridge House Barn, this breathtaking shot of t...
16/02/2025

Every story deserves the perfect final frame.

At Kelly & Paul’s wedding at Bridge House Barn, this breathtaking shot of the tipi glowing against the night sky felt like the perfect closing chapter. Inside, the celebration continued—laughter, love, and the warmth of unforgettable moments shining through.

Because a wedding isn’t just a day—it’s a story. And I’m always chasing that final image, the one that wraps it all up in a way words never could.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that tell your story.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Some moments are simply timeless.In this classic black & white capture from Holly & Laurence’s wedding at High Billinghu...
15/02/2025

Some moments are simply timeless.

In this classic black & white capture from Holly & Laurence’s wedding at High Billinghurst Farm in Surrey, Laurence shares a heartfelt kiss with his beloved four-legged friend—a playful, unscripted moment that perfectly reflects the joy of the day. And the fun didn’t stop there… this furry guest later stole the spotlight on the dance floor! Pic to follow.

Because weddings aren’t just about the big moments—they’re about the unexpected, unforgettable ones too.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that make your day uniquely yours.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

A moment suspended in time.In this timeless black & white capture at Tidebrook Church in East Sussex, Vanessa reaches th...
14/02/2025

A moment suspended in time.

In this timeless black & white capture at Tidebrook Church in East Sussex, Vanessa reaches the end of the aisle, locking eyes with Howard—the man about to become her husband. The expressions on their faces say it all—joy, anticipation, and the quiet, powerful promise of forever.

A single frame, a lifetime of emotion.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture your timeless moments too.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Some moments never fade.At Kilworth House in Leicestershire, Anna & Ben raise a glass to their new beginning, surrounded...
12/02/2025

Some moments never fade.

At Kilworth House in Leicestershire, Anna & Ben raise a glass to their new beginning, surrounded by friends and laughter. Captured in timeless black & white, this image holds the essence of celebration—every clink, every smile, a reminder that love and joy are what truly endure.

Because the best moments aren’t just lived—they’re felt forever.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the timeless moments of your day.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Little moments, big memories.At Lionelle and Max’s wedding at Eastington Park in Gloucestershire, these two flower boys ...
08/02/2025

Little moments, big memories.

At Lionelle and Max’s wedding at Eastington Park in Gloucestershire, these two flower boys were happily lost in their own world—playing with their toys, completely unfazed by the wedding buzz around them. Their carefree joy, laughter, and unfiltered innocence added an extra layer of charm to the day.

Because sometimes, it’s the little ones who steal the show without even trying.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture every playful, unscripted moment of your special day.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

A moment of quiet radiance.In the final moments before saying “I do,” Sophie glows with effortless beauty. Bathed in sof...
06/02/2025

A moment of quiet radiance.

In the final moments before saying “I do,” Sophie glows with effortless beauty. Bathed in soft, natural light against the deep blue walls of her makeup room at Prestwold Hall & Church, this high-angle perspective captures her serene elegance and the quiet anticipation of the day ahead.

Every detail—the interplay of light and shadow, the calm before the celebration—adds to the magic of this moment.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture your unforgettable moments.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

The calm before the celebration.At The Royal Crescent Hotel in Bath, as makeup artist Lisa put the final touches on Beat...
05/02/2025

The calm before the celebration.

At The Royal Crescent Hotel in Bath, as makeup artist Lisa put the final touches on Beatrice before her wedding to Harrison, a quiet serenity filled the room. Her peaceful focus was striking—but what made the moment even more unique? A man in a meditative state on the TV in the background, unintentionally mirroring the stillness of the scene.

It’s these little, unexpected juxtapositions that make every wedding beautifully one-of-a-kind—a mix of calm, surprise, and pure magic.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that make your day uniquely yours.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

A mother’s love, captured in a single glance.At Will and Lauren’s wedding at St Denys Church in Bedfordshire, his mum’s ...
04/02/2025

A mother’s love, captured in a single glance.

At Will and Lauren’s wedding at St Denys Church in Bedfordshire, his mum’s eyes said it all—a look of pure pride, unconditional love, and the quiet joy of watching her son step into a new chapter of his life.

It’s these fleeting, heartfelt moments that make a wedding truly unforgettable.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that truly matter.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Some moments speak louder than words.At Siobhian and Michael’s Mythe Barn wedding, her dad’s face said it all the moment...
03/02/2025

Some moments speak louder than words.

At Siobhian and Michael’s Mythe Barn wedding, her dad’s face said it all the moment he saw her in her dress for the first time—a perfect mix of pride, nostalgia, and overwhelming joy. A lifetime of memories flashing in an instant.

These are the moments that make a wedding unforgettable—the ones that can’t be staged, only felt.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 in Leicestershire, Blackburn, and across the UK. Let’s capture the moments that truly matter.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

There’s something undeniably magical about a champagne fountain. ✨🥂At Lynette and Paul’s unforgettable Prestwold Hall we...
02/02/2025

There’s something undeniably magical about a champagne fountain. ✨🥂

At Lynette and Paul’s unforgettable Prestwold Hall wedding, every cascading drop sparkled with joy, elegance, and celebration. A moment of pure effervescence—timeless, stylish, and the perfect way to toast the start of their new journey together.

Because the best wedding moments aren’t just seen, they’re felt.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture your day in all its unforgettable detail.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

Some moments stay with you forever.A dress reveal is always emotional, but this one at Prestwold Hall was something trul...
01/02/2025

Some moments stay with you forever.

A dress reveal is always emotional, but this one at Prestwold Hall was something truly special. 💕

After Laura’s bridesmaids saw her in her gown for the first time, her little girl walked up, looked at her mum, and simply said, “I love you.”

No grand gestures, no rehearsed words—just a pure, heartfelt moment between mother and daughter. A moment that says everything without needing to say anything at all. Because weddings aren’t just about the big celebrations; they’re about these quiet, powerful connections too.

Authentic. Soulful. Unposed.

Now taking bookings for 2025 and 2026 across the UK. Let’s capture the emotions you’ll never want to forget.

Multi-Award-Winning Photographer

🏆 WPJA UK Photographer of the Year 2009
🏆 UK Wedding Industry Award Regional Winner (East Midlands) – 2012, 2014, 2015

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