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Weddings with Heart and
a Whole Lotta Fun!

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Welcome to my little corner of the internet

Hi, i’m Rachael Phillips…

If the thought of having your photo taken makes you feel a bit awkward, you’re in good company. Most of my couples tell me exactly that.
You don’t need to arrive with poses practised. We’ll chat, have a laugh and work it out together. I’ll help when you need it and let you get on with being yourselves.
Based in Mansfield, I photograph weddings across Nottingham, Derby and beyond.

A little more about me
Woman with long blonde hair in a black hoodie smiles and holds a camera on her shoulder. She's standing against a dark blue background with a branch of white flowers above her head.
A smiling bride with wavy hair holds a bouquet featuring sunflowers and greenery, sitting inside a car. The photo captures her through the car window, creating a soft and dreamy effect.
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Your day. Your way.

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Wedding photography across Nottingham, Derby and beyond!

Wedding photography, with personality
The big hugs. The happy tears. Your best mate is getting a little too comfortable with the microphone.
Of course I’m looking out for those moments. But I also want to know what YOU’re excited about. The people, the plans, the things you’ve put your heart into.
My style isn’t one-size-fits-all, because no two couples are the same.
I’m mostly documentary-led, with a bit of direction for family photos and portraits. Fancy a romantic wander, something colourful and creative, or a wedding party photo with a bit of attitude?
Let’s do it…

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“The wedding honestly wouldn’t have been the same without her.”

Tyler & Melissa
A bride in a white gown and a groom in a blue suit walk hand in hand on a paved path surrounded by lush greenery. The bride holds her dress and their bouquet as they smile at each other. The background shows trees and bushes, creating a serene setting.
  • Black and white aerial photo of a classic convertible driving down a tree-lined road. A couple stands up in the back, embraced and joyful as they ride along the sunlit path. Shadows of the trees stretch across the road.
  • A bride in a white gown poses with three bridesmaids wearing grey dresses and white sneakers. They strike playful poses on a stone bridge, holding pink and white bouquets. Greenery and trees can be seen in the background.
  • A bride in an off-the-shoulder white dress and a groom in a navy suit hold hands and smile at each other outdoors among greenery at Wildes Inn, a charming Chesterfield wedding venue.
  • A group of people in formal attire and sunglasses are posing playfully in a dimly lit room. They hold props, including a bouquet, book, and signs. A neon sign in the background reads "All You Need Is Love.

THE BLOG

A little look at what I’ve been up to.
Real weddings, familiar faces and ideas for your own day.

Enjoy your day. Be yourselves. Have some fun, and I’ll take care of the photos.

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Where to next?

Still here? That’s a good sign.
Hopefully something’s made you think, “Yep, this is what we’re after.”
Have a nosey through my portfolio to see more weddings and get a feel for how I photograph a whole day. And if you can picture me being part of yours, I’d love to hear from you.

No need for a perfectly worded enquiry. Tell me a little about you and what you’ve got planned, and we’ll take it from there, you can also quickly check to see if your date is available.

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