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Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer

Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer

Joshua Haken

Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer: Capturing Timeless Moments

Hello, I’m Joshua Haken, your dedicated Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer. While my photography speaks for itself, I invite you to take a moment to learn about my journey and what makes my approach unique.

Based in the picturesque city of Oxford along the River Thames, I find inspiration in the beautiful county of Oxfordshire, which is a breathtaking backdrop for your wedding. Whether it’s the historic Ashmolean Museum, the elegant Oxford Town Hall, the iconic Bodleian Library, the charming Oxford Spires, or my favourite venue, The Magdalen College Chapel (be sure to check out my Real Weddings page), Oxfordshire offers countless amazing locations to celebrate your special day

Oxford Wedding
Ufton Court, Reading

Sarah & Dan

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Magdalan College, Oxford

Maria & Olle

Isis Farmhouse Wedding Oxford
ISIS Farmhouse. Oxford

Chloe & Ben

Bride & Groom walking through flowers at Caswell House
Caswell House, Brize Norton

Hannah & Luke

Bride & Groom laughing during celebrants speech
ISIS Farmhouse, Oxford

Patricia & Charlie

The Process

  • Pre Wedding Meeting

    The first thing I like to do is organise a pre-wedding meeting with my couples. This is usually a Zoom call that lasts approximately 45 minutes, during which we discuss the various aspects of your wedding day. I have a set questionnaire that I fill out during the call, and then I email it to you to fill out the minor details. 

  • Bridal or Groom Preperation

    Not all couples want bridal or groom preparation shots, but I always recommend them. As a documentary-style photographer, I like to document the day in its entirety, and preparation shots are a great addition to the gallery.

  • Ceremony

    During the ceremony, you will barely know I am there. I tend to float around the room, capturing the day’s RAW emotions. I like to give the Bride & Groom privacy during this special moment and will keep my distance whilst still capturing beautiful images. 

  • Celebration

    After the ceremony, it is usually a good time to take group shots, as all the guests are in one place and are still relatively sober. Then, in true documentary photographer fashion, I will walk around the room, capturing all the moments that capture my eye. Again, I don’t like to be obtrusive, but if the situation allows me to, I will get closer to my subject to capture the best images. 

  • Wedding Breakfast

    As an Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer, the most important thing for me is the speeches during the Wedding Breakfast. Some of the best photos are taken during the speeches, although this does depend on how good the speeches are. I will walk around the room, capturing the laughter and sometimes tears of the wedding guests and the sheer joy of the Bride & Groom. When the speeches are over, I usually leave the room and back some footage, as nobody wants a picture of them stuffing their face with Beef Wellington. 

  • Bride & Groom

    The Bride & Groom photos.. these are the photos you will truly cherish your entire lives and will end up on many mantel pieces. Many people book me as their Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer because of my approach to the couple shots. Of course, there is an element of posing; this can’t be avoided, but I like to do this naturally and stylishly. I will walk my couple around the wedding venue, finding the best light and then ask my couple to do a few things, whether walking towards me holding hands or asking the groom to help the bride walk down the stairs. 

  • First Dance | Cake Cut

    and everything else

    The first dance is a great time to take some fantastic pictures. You will not even know I am there because you will be thinking about your “dance routine”, but I will be there capturing every beautiful flow of the bride’s wedding dress and the fantastic shapes the guests are throwing. 

  • Online Gallery

    Within 1 to 2 days, you will receive some Sneaky Peaks of your wedding day. Then, you’ll have to wait 2 to 3 weeks to receive your entire Perfect Oxfordshire Wedding online gallery. You can view, download and share your photos from your online gallery. 

Included In All Packages

  • Pre Wedding Meeting On Zoom
  • Hand Edited Images
  • Full day, Half day and Bespoke Packages Available
  • Bridal & Groom Preperations
  • Online Gallery
  • All Travel Included In Price
  • Full License To Use Images As You Like
View Packages Available Here

Testimonials From Clients

Relaxed Approach to Capturing Your Special Day

I’m Joshua Haken, YOUR Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer capturing Oxford Weddings. Documentary-style Wedding Photography is what I do 75% of the time, capturing RAW moments, the scenarios you didn’t even see unravelling. The other 25% of the time, I will capture the MUST moments, the essential group photos fit for anybody’s mantelpiece and the Bride & Groom photos that every couple wants to post on their socials.

Unique and Authentic Photography

As an Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer, I know Oxford is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding. The city provides an excellent backdrop for your photos, from the historical buildings to the weaving River Thames. There is something for everybody, which is why I love Oxford and being an Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer. You really can’t take a bad photo.

Creating Timeless Memories

With a background in wildlife photography, I have a quick trigger finger, allowing me to freeze every moment as it unfolds. You want to capture many moments on your wedding day, from the Groom’s first look at his bride walking down the aisle to the dad’s first look at his daughter in her wedding dress to the fun cake cut. As an Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer, it’s our job to ensure we document all of these moments to tell a story of your special day.

Confetti shot of bride and groom walking dow the aisle
Bride and groom shot in a doorway
bride walking down the aisle with her dad
Bride hugging her brother from Spain
Bride & Groom Walking down Magdalen Chapel Aisle
Wedding flower bouquet
Guest with red shirt dancing to the music
Trumpeter playing at ISIS Farmhouse
The head of the river wedding drinks

Why Choose Me?

Experience

I have lived in Oxfordshire for most of my life and have been capturing weddings here for years. With this experience, I can recommend the best spots for timeless photos, and I will know the venue off the back of my hand. 

Style

My relaxed, documentary-style approach to photography ensures that your photos are natural, candid, and genuinely reflect the day’s emotions. Thus, you can enjoy your wedding day without being stuck in front of a camera for hours, trying to get “that perfect shot.”

Passion

I am deeply passionate about photography and want you to look at your wedding album and think, ‘WOW.’ I also want you to be yourself on your wedding day. Using my candid documentary approach, I will maintain distance and capture your wedding day. 

Contact Me Today For A Pre Wedding Consultation

Smiling at a sat down meal
Joshua Haken
Oxfordshire Wedding Photographer
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