Relaxed Wedding Photography in Hull, Cottingham and East Yorkshire
Natural, timeless wedding photography that lets you enjoy every moment of your day.
Your wedding is about celebrating with the people you love, not spending hours posing for photographs. My approach is relaxed, friendly and unobtrusive, capturing the genuine moments, laughter and emotions that make your wedding uniquely yours.
Whether you’re getting married in Hull, Cottingham, Beverley, Hessle, Brough, Pocklington, Driffield or anywhere across the East Riding of Yorkshire, I’ll be there to tell the story of your day naturally.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated by couples across Hull & East Yorkshire
Wedding Photography That Feels Natural
Hi, I’m Steve Dornan, an award-winning wedding photographer based in Hessle, East Yorkshire.
I’ve photographed weddings throughout Hull and the surrounding area, from elegant celebrations at Lazaat Hotel in Cottingham to ceremonies at Hull Guildhall, countryside venues around Beverley and intimate family weddings across East Yorkshire.
My goal is simple…
To capture your wedding exactly as it happens.
No awkward posing.
No endless interruptions.
Just beautiful photographs filled with real smiles, genuine emotions and all those little moments you might otherwise miss.
Many couples tell me afterwards they hardly noticed I was there—and that’s exactly how it should be.
Why Couples Choose Me?
A Relaxed Experience From Start to Finish
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming.
Choosing your photographer shouldn’t.
When you book with me you’ll receive:
✔ Friendly help throughout your planning
✔ Relaxed photography with minimal posing
✔ Beautifully edited high-resolution images
✔ Secure online gallery for family and friends
✔ Flexible packages to suit your day
✔ Fast communication whenever you need advice
My aim is to make photography one of the easiest parts of your wedding.
Packages start at just £495
Covering Hull, Cottingham & East Yorkshire
As a local wedding photographer based in Hessle, I regularly photograph weddings throughout:
- Hull
- Cottingham
- Beverley
- Hessle
- Brough
- Willerby
- Anlaby
- Hedon
- Hornsea
- Driffield
- Pocklington
- Market Weighton
- Goole
- Bridlington
- Withernsea
I’m also happy to travel further afield if your wedding takes me there.
Weddings at Some of Yorkshire's Favourite Venues
I’ve been lucky enough to photograph weddings at many fantastic venues including:
Lazaat Hotel, Cottingham
Hull Guildhall
Beverley Registry Office
The Deep
Cottingham Parks Golf & Leisure Club
Grimsby Golf Club
All Hallows Church, Walkington
Every venue has its own character, and I know how to make the most of each location while keeping your day running smoothly.
Recent Weddings
Every Wedding Has Its Own Story
Every couple is different.
Every wedding is unique.
Take a look through some recent weddings to see how I capture natural moments, beautiful portraits and all the laughter in between.
Kind Words From My Couples
Nothing means more to me than hearing how much couples love their photographs.
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“Steve made us feel completely relaxed from start to finish. We hardly noticed he was there, but somehow he captured every special moment perfectly.”
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Let's Tell Your Story
If you’re looking for a relaxed wedding photographer in Hull, Cottingham or anywhere across East Yorkshire, I’d love to hear all about your plans.
Whether you’re having an intimate ceremony or a full-day celebration, I’ll help you capture memories you’ll treasure for years to come.
Let's check your wedding date.
Or contact me directly on 07575 534000
“Steve was chilled out, friendly, and instantly put us at ease — exactly what you need on your wedding day!
Despite the rain, he worked incredibly hard to get the best shots possible, and we were so impressed by his dedication.”
Real weddings across Hull & East Yorkshire
“As someone who hates their photo taken, Steve was great at blending in and not being obvious he listened to what we wanted and after the main photos with family etc I gave him free reign to take pictures of whatever/whoever wanted them and he got some amazing ones, going through them even someone who hates themselves in pictures was struggling to pick which one was my favourite. I love how the pictures were more natural of people not posing I’m laughing and smiling in most of them as so is everyone else, it just captured what was am amazing day of everyone enjoying themselves.”
I respond to absolutely everyone, typically within the hour so if you haven’t got a reply from your inquiry check your spam folders as they like to hide in there.
📍 Based in Hull, covering Beverley, Hessle, East Yorkshire & surrounding areas
📸 Natural, candid wedding photography with gentle guidance when needed
🙂 Friendly, low-pressure approach — no awkward posing
⭐ 5-star reviews from real couples
💍 Full day, half day & custom wedding photography options
Prices start at £495 up to £1695 for packages with options available