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The Secret to Natural Wedding Photos (Even If You Hate Being in Front of the Camera)
Let’s be honest. Most couples aren’t models. You probably don’t spend your weekends practising poses in front of the mirror (and if you do, no judgement). So when the thought of a camera being pointed at you all day comes up, it’s totally normal to think: “We’re going to look awkward.” Here’s the truth: you don’t have to be photogenic, confident, or even particularly comfortable with cameras to get amazing wedding photos. You just need the right approach and the right photogr
Jono Purday
Oct 26, 20252 min read


A Couple’s Guide to Rainy Wedding Days (And Why Your Photos Will Still Look Incredible)
If you’re planning a wedding in the UK, let’s be honest: rain is basically a guaranteed guest. But before you panic about soggy dresses and ruined hair, let me reassure you — rain on your wedding day doesn’t mean your photos are doomed. In fact, some of the most magical galleries I’ve ever delivered have been from weddings where the heavens opened. This is your couple’s guide to rainy wedding days, and why it might actually be the best thing that happens. Embrace the Umbrella
Jono Purday
Oct 19, 20253 min read


How to Choose a Wedding Photographer (Without Regretting It Later)
Picking your wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. Bigger than flowers, bigger than table favours, bigger...
Jono Purday
Oct 12, 20253 min read


The Hottest Wedding Photography Trends Right Now (And Why I’d Love to Capture Them)
Wedding photography is not about stiff poses anymore. It is about energy, story and personality. Couples book me because they want photos...
Jono Purday
Oct 5, 20253 min read


Just Engaged? 5 Tips to Start Planning Your Dream Wedding
First of all, congratulations! If you're reading this, chances are you've just said "Yes!" and are basking in that post-engagement glow....
Jono Purday
Mar 23, 20252 min read


How to Build Your Perfect Wedding Day Timeline
Planning your wedding day can be an exciting but overwhelming task. One key to a smooth and stress-free celebration is crafting a...
Jono Purday
Mar 16, 20252 min read


The TRUE cost of cheap photography...
Why Cutting Corners Could Cost You More Let’s be real – weddings aren’t cheap. From the dream dress to the picture-perfect venue, gourmet...
Jono Purday
Jan 29, 20254 min read


The National Wedding Fayre 2025
This past weekend, the Jonathan David Photography team packed up our cameras, albums, and maybe a sneaky bag of snacks and headed to the...
Jono Purday
Jan 21, 20253 min read


Okay, so it's been a while...
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Ringing in 2025: Big Smiles and Even Bigger Plans! Happy New Year, and welcome to 2025! The confetti’s barely hit the...
Jono Purday
Jan 1, 20253 min read


5 Reasons To Consider an Independent Wedding Planner...
Happy Sunday all! This week, we're being spoilt, and we've got the fantastic Charlotte at Big Occasion Events in for a guest blog on why...
Jono Purday
Jun 9, 20243 min read


Amelia and Ben...
As a photographer, I've seen my fair share of unique weddings, but when Amelia and Ben reached out to me with their Lego-themed wedding...
Jono Purday
Apr 14, 20245 min read


The first blog of this year is in... March? 🧐
Right off the bat, I need to apologize.... Sorry. I can't believe we're in March, and I'm sitting here writing my first blog of the year!...
Jono Purday
Mar 9, 20242 min read


BLESSED
What can I say, except thank you. 2023 has been an incredible year. I've worked with so many amazing couples, suppliers and without a...
Jono Purday
Dec 31, 20231 min read
Merry Christmas!
Let me start off by wishing everyone a very merry Christmas! I'm keeping todays blog fairly short, as I'm having some time off to spend...
Jono Purday
Dec 24, 20231 min read


Tyler and Connor…
Seems hard to believe we're just weeks away from the end of 2023 and we're about to head into 2024. It's crazy to think how quickly this...
Jono Purday
Dec 17, 20234 min read


Chloe and Bill...
Let me pre-empt this blog by saying this little story has everything, a little bit of drama, a redecorated office, a theme park and of...
Jono Purday
Dec 10, 20236 min read


Lance and Angela…
Let's start off with a thousand apologies, last weeks blog didn't post for some reason, but fear not, I'm back this week with another run...
Jono Purday
Dec 3, 20232 min read


Matt and Corin...
Christmas is creeping up increasingly quickly and usually, I'm on the wind down for the new year and settling into a bit of a hibernation...
Jono Purday
Nov 19, 20234 min read


Lest we forget…
To all of our veterans Far and near. We thank you for your service For all those years. You sacrificed your time, And some gave your...
Jono Purday
Nov 12, 20231 min read


Remember remember the 5th of Novemeber!
It's bonfire night, and without a doubt one of those occasions where we all take to our cameras and smartphones in search of the perfect...
Jono Purday
Nov 5, 20235 min read
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