Business Details
24 Years
experience
Award-Winning Documentary Photographer in Dorset
William Bazlinton Photography is a documentary-style photography service specialising in capturing authentic moments for families, individuals, and weddings. Founded in 2002 by Will Bazlinton, a graduate of UCA Surrey with a BA in Photography, the business prioritises candid storytelling over posed imagery. With over two decades of experience, the company serves clients across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire, and the wider UK. The team focuses on understanding clients' unique narratives, using natural light and unobtrusive techniques to create timeless memories.Services include family sessions in daily-life settings, professional headshots tailored to personal branding, and wedding coverage that documents celebrations organically. Client testimonials highlight the photographer's ability to capture emotional depth, flexibility in scheduling, and commitment to delivering high-quality, unrestricted image files. The business maintains transparency in operations, offering clear pricing structures and prioritising client comfort throughout the process.
Services
Family Photography
Portrait Sessions
Wedding Photography
Documentary Style
Headshots
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in documentary photography
- Our unobtrusive approach captures authentic, candid moments
- Sessions tailored to your natural environment and lifestyle
- Member of the internationally recognised Family Photojournalist Association
- Flexible scheduling with rapid turnaround for urgent needs
Associations and certifications
- Family Photojournalist Association
What people say
Captured emotions
Amazing photographer
Heart-warming moments
Timeless photos
Professional and flexible
Services
Family Photography
Documentary family photography captures unrehearsed moments in daily life settings. Sessions focus on natural interactions without posing or direction, preserving genuine connections between family members. Ideal for clients seeking authentic visual narratives of their household dynamics.
Portrait Sessions
Bespoke portrait photography conducted in client-preferred locations, including homes, offices, or outdoor settings. Services include branding portraits for professionals and artistic portraits focusing on individual expression, delivered with both colour and black-and-white options.
Wedding Photography
Unobtrusive wedding coverage documenting celebrations as they unfold naturally. The approach prioritises candid storytelling over posed shots, capturing emotional highs, spontaneous interactions, and subtle details throughout the event timeline.
People
Will Bazlinton
Photographer & Owner
Based in Bournemouth, Will specialises in documentary photography with 20+ years experience. Graduated from UCA Surrey in 2002, focusing on portraiture. Committed to capturing authentic human connections through unposed imagery.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
I focus on documentary-style photography for families, portraits, and weddings, prioritising candid moments over posed shots.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
I'm based in Dorset but work throughout the UK and internationally for weddings and special projects.
How long do portrait sessions typically last?
Sessions usually take 1-2 hours, allowing time to capture natural expressions in your preferred environment.
What's included in wedding photography packages?
Full-day coverage, unedited image gallery, 50+ professionally edited images, and print rights.
How soon will I receive my photographs?
Family and portrait sessions deliver within 2 weeks; weddings within 6-8 weeks for full editing.
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Reviews (7)
Rosanna Thurlow
Jul 22, 2021
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I feel so lucky to have found Will. He was so open to listening to my ideas and I still can't believe I found someone so willing to help me achieve what I wanted from the images. He made me feel very comfortable during the shoot and I am so happy with the final photos. I highly recommend him.
Emma Waas
Jul 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I've engaged Will twice now for professional headshots and have been thoroughly impressed with the results. Will is patient, brilliant at directing shots and makes you feel at ease. He really listens to your brief and nails it every time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend and look forward to working with him again in the future.
I've engaged Will twice now for professional headshots and have been thoroughly impressed with the results. Will is patient, brilliant at directing shots and makes you feel at ease. He really listens to your brief and nails it every time. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend and look forward to working with him again in the future.
Peter Wardell
May 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Will was fantastic. He took the time to understand my requirements and delivered some great images. He was focused on getting the job done in the right way and was prepared to spend the time required. An excellent experience all round.
Will was fantastic. He took the time to understand my requirements and delivered some great images. He was focused on getting the job done in the right way and was prepared to spend the time required. An excellent experience all round.
Chris Ryle Wright
Sep 03, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
A really enjoyable session, totally relaxed and productive. Great communication before and after the shoot. Absolutely thrilled with the outcome.
A really enjoyable session, totally relaxed and productive. Great communication before and after the shoot. Absolutely thrilled with the outcome.
Nassima B.
Dec 24, 2019
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I needed a professional portrait for my website and I contacted William Bazlinton. I can only praise his professionalism. The entire experience, from my initial call to enquire about his services to photo shooting and editing, was excellent. The pricing was reasonable too, especially considering the high quality of the work. Will was very conscientious and generous with his time and also thoughtful and attentive to my professional needs and perspective. It was a pleasure meeting him and his love of photography is reflected in the enthusiasm he puts into his work. I would recommend Will without
Tim Read
Aug 15, 2018
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We had a great afternoon when Will came over to photograph us. We were made to feel complete at ease and comfortable. There was no stage setting or posing and we were just left to get on with having a fun afternoon. We are over the moon with the pictures that Will took and we will treasure them. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Katy Welsh
Jul 30, 2018
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We couldnt be happier with Wills photos of our wedding day. He captured so many beautiful, emotional and sometime hilarious moments and we have had endless comments from our friends and family over how stunning the images are. Will was also a pleasure to work with, so unobtrusive we forgot he was there most of the time (sorry about all the girl talk you were subject to in the morning Will!), we really could not recommend him highly enough.
