Penny Young Photography

Business Details

14 Years

experience

Documentary Wedding Photographer in Kent & South East

Established in 2012, Penny Young Photography specialises in documentary-style wedding, boudoir, and lifestyle photography across Kent and the South East. Our approach prioritises authentic storytelling, capturing unposed moments that reflect genuine emotions and connections. With over a decade of experience, we blend technical expertise with a relaxed, client-focused methodology to create timeless visual narratives. Our boudoir sessions, introduced in 2016, empower clients through confidence-building portraits, while lifestyle photography preserves family milestones in natural settings.

Recognised by prestigious venues like Penshurst Place and The Spa Hotel, we maintain a commitment to ethical practices, privacy, and artistic integrity. Every project benefits from Penny's background in HR and editorial photography, ensuring both professionalism and creative vision. We provide tailored experiences, including pre-session consultations, hair and makeup services, and customised delivery options to suit individual preferences.

Services

Wedding Photography Boudoir Photography Lifestyle Photography Documentary Style Portfolio Reviews

Details

Year established: 2012

Highlights and features

Over 10 years of experience in documentary-style photography
Unobtrusive approach capturing authentic wedding moments
Boudoir sessions designed to boost self-confidence
Recommended by prestigious Kent and Sussex venues
Personalised service with professional hair and makeup included

What people say

Captured the whole magic of the day Beautifully natural Gorgeous images Boosted confidence Amazing experience

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Services

Wedding Photography

Documentary-style wedding photography focusing on unposed moments and emotional connections. Services include full-day coverage, private galleries, and venue recommendations. Ideal for couples seeking authentic storytelling without staged photography.

Boudoir Photography

Confidence-building boudoir sessions with professional hair and makeup. Includes styling guidance, private viewing galleries, and printed products. Designed for women seeking empowering self-portraits or romantic gifts.

Lifestyle Photography

Natural lifestyle sessions capturing family milestones in preferred locations. Services include outdoor/indoor options, outfit guidance, and digital galleries. Perfect for documenting engagements, maternity, and family celebrations.

People

Penny Young

Photographer & Founder

Award-winning documentary photographer with 10+ years' experience in weddings and boudoir. Specialises in natural storytelling and confidence-building portraits. Recognised by leading Kent venues for exceptional service and artistic vision.

Sam Hair & Makeup

Stylist

Professional hair and makeup artist with expertise in bridal and boudoir styling. Provides tailored looks to complement photography sessions. Experienced in TV, theatre, and event styling for over 15 years.

Questions

What photography style do you specialise in?

I use documentary-style techniques to capture authentic moments without posing or staged setups.

Do you offer boudoir sessions for non-brides?

Yes, boudoir sessions are available for all women seeking confidence-boosting portraits.

What locations do you cover?

Primarily Kent and the South East, including Tunbridge Wells, Penshurst, and The Spa Hotel.

Are hair and makeup included in sessions?

Professional styling is included in all boudoir packages and available as an add-on for weddings.

How long does a lifestyle session last?

Sessions typically last 1-1.5 hours in a location of your choice within the local area.

Can we request specific photo edits?

Minor retouching is available for temporary blemishes, but we maintain natural appearances in all edits.

Reviews (7)

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Lianne Cawthorne

Aug 16, 2021 Report

Penny was a dream to work with and the perfect wedding photographer for our special day. From our initial meeting, to our engagement shoot (which was a great way to get to know her - would highly recommend booking one in pre-wedding) to our wedding day itself, she was professional and relaxed, and captured the full day perfectly. Penny was exceptional at taking all the photos so discreetly, especially during the ceremony, we barely noticed her yet she was there capturing all the special moments. I believe that is a perfect wedding photographer! All our photos were edited beautifully too. Thank

Oast To Host

Oct 30, 2019 Report

I just wanted to say, having had a nightmare with our wedding photographer 30 plus years ago and some fairly boring photos in our album, I was a little anxious about finding the right person for the job. I spoke to a few photographers who were more than charming, but when we met Penny we had a gut feeling she was going to deliver.
Penny was great, she and her husband worked so hard all day. They say the proof is in the pudding and they certainly captured the emotion, love, humour and activities to make a fantastic record for us all and of us all. Thank you so much for not only the photographs

Shade Solomon

Jul 18, 2019 Report

What a pleasure! I cannot recommend Penny highly enough. From start to finish, the whole process of our wedding photography was smooth and enjoyable. Penny was absolutely fantastic to work with and very professional. From our initial meet and greet where she was organised, friendly and approachable; to our big day, where she was timely, patient, supportive and so warm; to after the wedding, where Penny put together a sneak peek gallery and video of our big day; to our meetings weeks after, to discuss the album. Penny's service is outstanding in terms of quality and value for money. We love our

Miriam Ozanne

Oct 08, 2017 Report

Penny and Jim were just brilliant. We organised things with quite short notice and they were very efficient and helpful, tailoring a package to suit our needs. When we met them for the first time, we actually left feeling even more excited about our wedding as they had such a great energy and we were completely confident in their services. On the day, we had great fun with them and actually feel like they themselves were an important part of our day. They were the perfect combination of very discreet when taking photos of the 'action' but warm and friendly when we were with them. Our ceremony was

Megan Taylor

Aug 27, 2017 Report

Penny took our engagement photos, and her calm and cheerful professionalism helped two very nervous people to relax and enjoy the session. We really love the photos she took. They will always be such a special memory for us. We're getting married abroad, but otherwise would have definitely asked Penny to take our wedding photos.

Patrick Bishop

May 30, 2017 Report

We're so glad we chose Penny to photograph our wedding - from our initial meeting to the the big day itself, she and Jim were an absolute pleasure to work with. They managed to capture beautiful, natural images of the emotions felt by us and our guests throughout the day, and did so with such skill and sensitivity that when they came to say goodbye to us in the evening, we'd almost completely forgotten that they were there (although alcohol may have played a part in that too)! Thanks to Penny and Jim, nothing ever felt too forced or awkward for us or any of our guests, and we now have hundreds

Duncan Fenning

Oct 02, 2016 Report

Penny and Jim, you were absolutely fantastic and we can't thank you both enough for all your hard work ensuring our photos were perfect on the day. We felt completely at ease with you both, and this shows in the photographs. So many of our guests have commented on how happy and relaxed we look, and that was largely due to your professionalism and friendliness. We feel very lucky to have had you as our photographs and would 100% recommend your services! Thanks again. Alex and Duncan x