Business Details
8 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding & Event Photography in the UK
Established in 2018, Piers Thompson Photography brings over two decades of professional photography expertise to capturing life's most significant moments. Our founder, Piers Thompson, combines formal training from Cambridge Art College and Sheffield University with a rich heritage in photography, influenced by his grandfather's role as a Royal photographer and his father's career as a film director. Specialising in weddings and events, we offer a natural, candid, and romantic style that tells authentic stories through imagery. Our approach prioritises client comfort, with pre-event consultations and flexible communication to ensure every detail aligns with your vision. With experience covering royal events, sports coverage, and celebrity photography, we bring technical excellence and creative artistry to every assignment.Our work has been featured in Surrey Bride Magazine, reflecting our commitment to quality and innovation. We serve clients across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, London, and international destinations including Gibraltar and Spain's Costa del Sol. Our portfolio spans pre-weddings, engagements, corporate events, and website photography, all delivered with a friendly, professional ethos. We guarantee timely delivery of high-quality images, including custom albums and digital collections, while maintaining the highest standards of discretion and professionalism throughout the process.
Services
Wedding Photography
Event Photography
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Corporate Events
Destination Weddings
Family Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of professional photography experience with formal qualifications from Cambridge Art College
- Our team combines royal photography heritage with modern photojournalism techniques
- We provide personalized pre-event consultations and flexible communication options
- Our services include destination weddings across Europe with local area expertise
- We guarantee timely delivery of edited images and custom-designed photo albums
Associations and certifications
- Surrey Bride Magazine
What people say
Cherish forever
Excellent service
Stunning scenery
Personalised approach
Beautiful albums
Services
Wedding Photography
Specialist wedding photography capturing natural, candid moments with a romantic and creative approach. Our service includes pre-wedding consultations, full-day coverage, and post-production editing. We deliver high-resolution digital images and custom-designed albums, ensuring timeless memories preserved with artistic flair and technical excellence.
Event Photography
Professional event photography for corporate functions, festivals, and private celebrations. Our discreet, unobtrusive style documents key moments while maintaining authenticity. Services include pre-event planning, on-site coordination, and rapid turnaround of edited images suitable for marketing and personal use.
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Creative pre-wedding photography sessions to build rapport and capture romantic milestones. These sessions help couples acclimate to being photographed while creating beautiful imagery for invitations or personal keepsakes. Includes location scouting and styling guidance.
Destination Weddings
International wedding photography services covering popular European destinations. We provide local knowledge, travel logistics coordination, and cultural sensitivity while maintaining our signature storytelling approach. Includes pre-travel consultations and destination-specific planning support.
Family Portraits
Timeless family portrait sessions capturing multi-generational connections. Our approach balances posed compositions with spontaneous interactions, creating heirloom-quality images. Services include wardrobe coordination advice and multiple pose options to suit different family dynamics.
People
Piers Thompson
Principal Photographer
With 20+ years' experience, Piers combines formal training from Cambridge Art College and Sheffield University with a heritage in royal photography. His candid, storytelling approach has documented royal events, sports coverage, and celebrity assignments before specialising in weddings.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
We specialise in natural, candid, and romantic styles with photojournalistic elements. Our approach blends unobtrusive documentation with creative composition for timeless imagery.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we photograph weddings across the UK and internationally, including popular European destinations like Gibraltar and Spain's Costa del Sol region.
How long does editing take?
We guarantee edited images within two weeks of your event, with a selection of preview images available for post-wedding receptions.
Can you photograph large family groups?
Yes, we expertly coordinate large group shots while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, ensuring all guests feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Do you offer pre-wedding consultations?
We include multiple planning meetings to discuss your vision, location scouting, and timeline coordination for optimal photography opportunities.
What equipment do you use?
We employ professional-grade digital SLR systems with backup equipment, ensuring reliability and high-resolution results in various lighting conditions.
Reviews (1)
Matthew Try
Oct 11, 2019
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We are so happy with all of our wedding photographs and can't thank
Piers enough!
Piers met us at our wedding venue for an engagement shoot and it was so perfect! He made us both feel very relaxed, we all got to know the good spots at the venue and Matthew and I loved the photos. We knew exactly which ones to recreate on the day! On our wedding day, Piers was the perfect photographer. My sister, a bridesmaid, was shocked when I showed her stunning photos of her walking down the aisle as she didn't realise the photographer was in the church! Piers took the most amazing natural, candid photos
Piers enough!
Piers met us at our wedding venue for an engagement shoot and it was so perfect! He made us both feel very relaxed, we all got to know the good spots at the venue and Matthew and I loved the photos. We knew exactly which ones to recreate on the day! On our wedding day, Piers was the perfect photographer. My sister, a bridesmaid, was shocked when I showed her stunning photos of her walking down the aisle as she didn't realise the photographer was in the church! Piers took the most amazing natural, candid photos
