Business Details
Professional Photographer in Bournemouth | Wedding, Commercial & Portrait Photography
Paul Underhill Photography has been dedicated to capturing life's most cherished moments with artistic precision and a deep respect for storytelling for over two decades. Specialising in creative, documentary-style photography, the business serves weddings, commercial clients, events, and individuals across Dorset, London, and the South Coast. With a natural, unobtrusive approach, the team prioritises authenticity, ensuring every image reflects genuine emotion and atmosphere.Clients benefit from tailored services, including bespoke wedding coverage, corporate branding, and family portraits, all delivered with professionalism and a commitment to quality. The business combines technical expertise with a relaxed, client-focused ethos, making every experience seamless and enjoyable.
Services
Wedding Photography
Commercial Photography
Event Photography
Portrait Photography
Family Portraits
Couple Portraits
Maternity Photography
Newborn Photography
Branding Photography
Event Coverage
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in documentary and commercial photography.
- Our unobtrusive style ensures natural, emotionally resonant imagery.
- Clients praise our professionalism, creativity, and ability to capture spontaneous moments.
- We work across Dorset, London, and internationally for flexible coverage.
- Quick turnaround for commercial projects with full editing and delivery.
What people say
Phenomenal work
World class photos
Brilliant service
Delighted with results
Highly recommended
Services
Wedding Photography
Creative, unobtrusive wedding coverage capturing real moments and emotions. Ideal for couples seeking natural, storytelling imagery across Dorset, London, and beyond. Our approach blends documentary authenticity with editorial flair, ensuring timeless memories.
Commercial Photography
Professional photography for businesses, including headshots, product shots, and event coverage. Tailored to enhance brand identity with authentic visuals. Serves Dorset, Bournemouth, Poole, and London-based clients with a focus on creativity and precision.
Event Photography
Documentary-style coverage for conferences, brand launches, and private celebrations. Captures energy and interactions seamlessly, with fast turnaround for business clients. Available across the South Coast and UK.
Portrait Photography
Relaxed, natural sessions for families, couples, and individuals. On-location shoots in Bournemouth, Poole, and Dorset, focusing on genuine connections and personal milestones without stiff posing.
Maternity & Newborn Photography
Tasteful maternity and newborn sessions celebrating early life stages. Conducted in homes or scenic locations, prioritising comfort and capturing delicate, fleeting moments with care and sensitivity.
People
Paul Underhill
Photographer
With over 25 years of experience, Paul specialises in documentary and commercial photography. His work spans weddings, corporate events, and portraits, characterised by a natural, unobtrusive style and a commitment to storytelling.
Questions
What areas do you cover for wedding photography?
We cover Dorset, Bournemouth, Poole, Wimborne, Dorchester, Swanage, Lulworth, and the Jurassic Coast, with international travel available.
Do you offer half-day wedding coverage?
Yes, we provide tailored packages for elopements, smaller celebrations, or destination weddings.
What styles of photography do you specialise in?
We focus on documentary-style wedding photography and editorial commercial work, blending creativity with authenticity.
Can we meet before booking?
Yes, we offer video calls or in-person meetings to discuss your plans and ensure a good fit.
How long does it take to receive edited photos?
Wedding highlights are delivered within days, with full galleries edited and curated promptly. Commercial projects are completed within 7 days.
Do you photograph LGBTQ+ weddings?
Yes, we offer fully inclusive services for all couples, celebrating love in every form.
Reviews (5)
C. Doch
Oct 14, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality
We would recommend Paul to anyone looking for beautiful and natural wedding photos. He was extremely professional and knew instinctively which shots would look best. He was also super friendly and put us at ease (as people who aren't natural posers) so that we now have lots of beautiful photos to look back on our day.
We would recommend Paul to anyone looking for beautiful and natural wedding photos. He was extremely professional and knew instinctively which shots would look best. He was also super friendly and put us at ease (as people who aren't natural posers) so that we now have lots of beautiful photos to look back on our day.
Katie Adamson
Sep 04, 2021
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I couldnt possibly recommend Paul Underhill
Photography enough. After using him as our wedding photographer back in 2014, he was our obvious choice to do our family shoot now we have welcomed our baby boy into our family. He couldnt have been more professional and responded to my enquiry extremely quickly. He is very easy to deal with and was very flexible when I needed to change some of our booking requirements last minute. The rapport he was able to build so quickly with our little one (and the dog!) just goes to show what a lovely person he is to work with and therefore an obvious choice
Photography enough. After using him as our wedding photographer back in 2014, he was our obvious choice to do our family shoot now we have welcomed our baby boy into our family. He couldnt have been more professional and responded to my enquiry extremely quickly. He is very easy to deal with and was very flexible when I needed to change some of our booking requirements last minute. The rapport he was able to build so quickly with our little one (and the dog!) just goes to show what a lovely person he is to work with and therefore an obvious choice
Rene Vest
Aug 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
It was a pleasure working with Paul in Studland. I think his photography speaks for itself! His personable yet professional approach makes the experience more relaxed and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Paul.
It was a pleasure working with Paul in Studland. I think his photography speaks for itself! His personable yet professional approach makes the experience more relaxed and enjoyable. I would highly recommend Paul.
M. L.
Jul 28, 2021
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Paul, You have been absolutely the best and captured all our special moments perfectly! Thank you so much for editing our photos so fast! We got it on the day of our wedding to share with our families. Thank you again for your dedication and professionalism! Its been an amazing experience working with the photographer who simply gets you! Highly recommended! All the best M&G x
Deborah Mayo
Jul 25, 2021
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Paul was absolutely lovely and his photos were gorgeous. We were delighted with the photos that Paul took of our wedding and so happy to have him as our photographer - he really captured our personalities in his photos. He was very professional and was great at corralling the guests into the group photos that we wanted, whilst not being overbearing. Would recommend him to anyone for their wedding photos.
