Neil Hanson Photography

Business Details

20 Years

experience

Your Trusted Oxford Wedding Photographer

Established in 2006, Neil Hanson Photography is a professional wedding and portrait photography service based in the Cotswolds near Oxford. With over 500 weddings documented, our documentary-style approach captures authentic moments through a creative, unobtrusive lens. We specialise in modern, relaxed wedding coverage across Oxfordshire, the Cotswolds, Cornwall, and nationwide locations, complemented by pre-wedding portraits and surprise proposal photography. Our technical expertise utilises professional Fujifilm equipment and natural lighting techniques to produce timeless images.

As a full-time photographer with cartographic background, I combine artistic vision with logistical precision to deliver comprehensive coverage of life's significant events. Client testimonials highlight our ability to capture emotional authenticity while maintaining discretion during celebrations. We offer complimentary pre-wedding sessions to build rapport and discuss individual requirements, ensuring every client receives personalised attention to detail.

Services

Wedding Photography Portrait Photography Pre-Wedding Shoots Surprise Proposal Photography Event Photography

Details

Year established: 2006

Highlights and features

Documentary-style photography since 2006 with 500+ weddings documented
Complimentary pre-wedding portrait sessions for personalised preparation
UK-wide coverage with specialist knowledge of Oxfordshire and Cotswold venues
Professional Fujifilm equipment ensuring high-quality image capture
Discreet approach preserving natural emotions and candid moments

What people say

Captured genuine emotions Discreet professional presence Stunning natural lighting Personalised approach Timeless quality

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Services

Wedding Photography

Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments through a creative, unobtrusive lens. Services include full-day coverage at venues across Oxfordshire, the Cotswolds, and UK-wide locations. We utilise professional Fujifilm equipment to ensure high-quality images that preserve natural emotions and candid interactions. Our approach focuses on storytelling through visual narratives, complemented by a small number of formal portraits as requested. Clients receive high-resolution edited images with online access.

Portrait Photography

Professional portrait photography encompassing family portraits, lifestyle imagery, and urban photography. Sessions available in studio or location-based settings across Oxford and surrounding counties. Services include maternity photography, newborn portraits, and teen photo parties with flexible styling options. We employ natural lighting techniques combined with professional equipment to produce timeless images that reflect individual personalities and relationships.

Pre-Wedding Shoots

Complimentary pre-wedding portrait sessions designed to build rapport and discuss wedding day requirements. Sessions last approximately one hour with online gallery access for image selection. These informal shoots help couples acclimatise to being photographed while providing valuable planning opportunities for upcoming weddings. Images available for personal use and reception display options.

Surprise Proposal Photography

Discreet photography services for surprise marriage proposals at iconic locations including Blenheim Palace and Oxford landmarks. Includes planning consultation, location scouting, and post-proposal celebration documentation. Sessions capture genuine emotional reactions using unobtrusive techniques, with immediate access to selected images for sharing with family and friends.

Event Photography

Documentary-style photography for special occasions beyond weddings, including family milestones and corporate events. Services utilise natural lighting and candid capture techniques to preserve authentic moments. Available across Oxfordshire, Cotswolds, and UK-wide locations with flexible duration options to suit specific event requirements.

People

Neil Hanson

Photographer

Professional photographer based in the Cotswolds with over 15 years' experience in documentary-style wedding and portrait photography. Former cartographer turned Fujifilm ambassador, specialising in capturing life's significant moments with creative authenticity since 2006.

Questions

What photography styles do you specialise in?

I specialise in documentary-style wedding photography with a creative, unobtrusive approach capturing authentic moments as they naturally occur.

Do you cover weddings outside Oxfordshire?

Yes, I offer UK-wide coverage with particular experience in Cotswold, Cornwall, and historic Oxford venues.

What's included in wedding photography packages?

Packages include full-day coverage, high-resolution edited images, complimentary pre-wedding session, and online gallery access.

Can you photograph surprise proposals?

Yes, I offer discreet surprise proposal photography services with planning assistance and post-proposal celebration documentation.

How do you ensure quality in low-light conditions?

Professional Fujifilm mirrorless cameras and natural lighting techniques ensure excellent quality in various lighting conditions.

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Charlotte Pembroke

Dec 28, 2021 Report

We found Neil at a wedding fair back in 2019, and what a find! We loved having him part of our wedding day back in September, best decision ever. Half the time I didn't notice him there as he blended in with the guests so well. He's super friendly, hard working, good fun & most of all took great photos. Photos we will cherish forever! You won't be disappointed. Also recommend the pre wedding shoot, this helped us relax on the big day. We also loved that Neil had a special eye for things, like he spotted a Beautiful pink sunset sky & had to get us to catcher the special moment & photo opportunity

Daniel Fahy

Oct 30, 2021 Report

Having Neil photograph our wedding was the best decision we ever made. We cannot recommend him highly enough. He blended in seamlessly to our micro-wedding (7 people) and made everyone completely at ease. His work is absolutely stunning. From the moment we met for a pre-wedding shoot, we had complete faith that we had made the right choice in photographer. He worked incredibly hard to create breath-taking and beautiful photographs of our day and we couldnt be happier with the results.

Emily Cook

May 22, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We recently had Neil for our wedding last month - even with covid restrictions Neil captured the most perfect photos for us. He was unimposing but so friendly and really helped make our day special. We have just got the photos back and are absolutely over the moon! Would highly recommend. Thank you Neil!

Sara Ansc

Nov 04, 2015 Report

Neil was great before, on and after our Wedding Day. We had a great pre-Wedding shoot which helped enhance our photos on the day. Neil was unobtrusive but got great pictures. He allowed friends and family time for photos as well which was much appreciated and had some great ideas. The photos were received quickly and he has been very helpful. Would highly recommend Neil to anyone.