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Hi, I’m Ariel—yep, like that Ariel! Your Storyteller with a Camera!

I’m Ariel—a London-based wedding photographer who specializes in capturing real, unposed moments. If you’re looking for stiff poses and forced smiles, you might be in the wrong place. But if you want wedding photos that feel like a time capsule of the best day of your life—the belly laughs, the quiet hand squeezes, the wild dance moves—then we should talk.

Why Weddings? Because They’re the Best Stories to Tell

Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to photograph some of the biggest names in music and entertainment—from Robbie Williams and Tom Grennan to Chase & Status. My work has been published in books and magazines worldwide, and I’ve captured high-energy concerts, backstage moments, and iconic portraits.

But here’s the truth: I find newlyweds cooler than rockstars.

There’s something about weddings that no other kind of photography can match—the raw emotions, the unscripted moments, the sheer joy that fills the air. The way your best friend tears up during their speech, the way your partner squeezes your hand just before you say “I do,” the way your grandparents hit the dance floor like they’re at their own wedding all over again. No concert or celebrity event comes close to that.

How I Work

My approach is simple: I tell the story as it unfolds. No awkward posing, no forced smiles—just real, meaningful moments that capture exactly how your wedding day felt.

The way your hands shake slightly as you exchange rings.
That second when your partner sees you for the first time.
Your grandparent wiping away a tear, thinking no one noticed.

These are the moments that matter, and that’s exactly what I focus on capturing—so that when you look back at your photos, you don’t just see the day, you feel it all over again.

A Bit About Me (and My Own Story)

I live in East London with my partner and our two amazing kids—a wild little boy and a fearless little girl. Being a dad has completely shaped the way I see photography. Parenthood teaches you that the best moments are often the ones you don’t plan. The tiny hand that reaches for yours. The spontaneous belly laughs. The chaos, the quiet, and everything in between.

That’s why my approach to weddings is the same: I don’t just capture the big moments—I find the quiet, in-between ones that you’ll cherish the most.

Where I Work

I photograph weddings across London, Essex, and beyond. Whether it’s an intimate Hackney town hall ceremony, a laid-back countryside barn wedding, or a destination wedding abroad, I’m all in.

See More of My Work

If you’re after genuine, documentary-style wedding photography, have a look around.