Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Gloucestershire Wedding Photographer
Bigeye Photography is a creative and dedicated wedding photography and videography service based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Founded on the principle of capturing authentic emotions and candid moments, the business specialises in unobtrusive, documentary-style storytelling. With a focus on vibrant, natural imagery and cinematic videography, the team prioritises client comfort, ensuring couples feel relaxed and confident throughout their wedding journey. Their services include pre-wedding shoots, full-day coverage, and highlight films, all delivered with a personal touch. Clients consistently praise the swift turnaround of high-quality images, the photographer's ability to blend seamlessly into events, and the team's expertise in capturing both grand and intimate moments.With extensive experience across diverse venuesfrom rustic barns to grand estatesBigeye Photography combines technical skill with a warm, approachable demeanour. Their portfolio showcases a commitment to preserving the unique narrative of each wedding, from emotional ceremonies to joyous celebrations. The business prides itself on clear communication, adaptability to weather or logistical challenges, and a client-centric approach that extends beyond photography into practical wedding-day support. Testimonials highlight the team's professionalism, creativity, and the lasting value of their work in reliving cherished memories.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Shoots
Wedding Videography
Pre-Wedding Coverage
Highlight Films
Printed Albums
Online Galleries
Second Shooter
Ceremony Films
Portrait Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer unobtrusive, documentary-style photography that captures genuine emotions.
- Our team has over a decade of experience photographing weddings in diverse venues.
- We deliver high-quality images within days, with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
- Our photographer builds instant rapport with guests, ensuring natural interactions.
- We provide cinematic highlight films that complement your photo collection.
What people say
Stunning photos
Quick delivery
Friendly and professional
Amazing cinematic films
Captured every moment
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing candid moments and structured portraits. Using advanced equipment, the service ensures vibrant, high-resolution images that tell your day's unique story. Ideal for couples seeking authentic memories without intrusive posing. The photographer adapts to venues ranging from intimate gatherings to large celebrations, delivering a curated gallery within days.
Wedding Videography
Professional wedding videography producing highlight reels and full-length films. Combining cinematic techniques with documentary storytelling, the service captures ceremonies, speeches, and spontaneous moments. Clients receive a 5-20 minute edited film with ambient audio and music, preserving the day's atmosphere. The photographer uses dual cameras for comprehensive coverage, ensuring no detail is missed.
Engagement Shoots
Relaxed pre-wedding photo sessions in locations of your choice. Designed to build comfort in front of the camera, these shoots create lasting memories while preparing couples for their big day. The service includes outfit guidance and location suggestions, with a focus on natural interactions. Delivered as a standalone package or as part of wedding bookings.
Online Galleries
Secure, customisable online galleries for viewing and sharing wedding photos. Clients receive a password-protected platform with high-resolution downloads and sharing tools. The system allows family and friends to access images easily, with optional print ordering. Galleries remain active for 12 months, ensuring long-term accessibility.
Printed Albums
Premium-quality wedding albums professionally designed and printed. The service includes layout assistance to curate your story across 20-30 pages of archival-grade paper. Albums feature custom covers and lay-flat binding for seamless spreads. Ideal for preserving memories in a tactile format, with options for additional copies for family.
People
Marcus Ward
Founder & Lead Photographer
Marcus Ward is an award-winning wedding photographer with over a decade of experience capturing authentic moments. Known for his unobtrusive style, he specialises in creating vibrant, emotionally rich imagery that tells each couple's unique story.
Questions
What areas do you cover for weddings?
Primarily Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, but I travel nationwide for weddings. International bookings are available upon request.
How long does it take to receive photos?
Wedding galleries are delivered within 4-7 days, with highlight films following within 2-3 weeks. Urgent requests can often be accommodated.
Do you offer videography alongside photography?
Yes, I provide cinematic wedding films as an add-on, including highlight reels (5 minutes) or extended coverage (15-20 minutes) with multiple camera angles.
Can we request specific shots or poses?
While I prioritise candid moments, I'm happy to incorporate key posed shots. Most clients prefer a flexible approach that balances spontaneity with essential portraits.
What happens if it rains on our wedding day?
Rain adds unique atmosphere! I use weatherproof equipment and creative techniques to ensure stunning results regardless of conditions, often turning challenges into memorable images.
Do you offer engagement shoots?
Yes, pre-wedding sessions are highly recommended to build comfort in front of the camera. These standalone sessions also create beautiful standalone memories.