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Documentary Wedding Photographer in Sussex & Beyond

I’m Danni — a documentary wedding photographer based in Sussex, capturing weddings with a quiet, thoughtful approach that allows the day to unfold naturally.

For me, photography has always been about storytelling. Not staging moments, but noticing them — the way your hands find each other during the ceremony, the laughter that spills out during speeches, the fleeting glances, the big embraces and the small, often unseen interactions that make a wedding day so meaningful.

My work is rooted in honesty and connection. I photograph weddings as they are — full of emotion, personality and atmosphere — without interrupting the flow of the day. I’ll gently guide when needed, but mostly I step back, allowing you to be fully present with the people you love.

Many of the couples I work with tell me they feel a little camera shy, and that’s something I understand deeply. It’s one of the reasons I approach weddings the way I do — quietly, unobtrusively, and with a calm presence that helps people feel at ease, but always on hand to be your hype woman if you need it. The more comfortable you feel, the more natural your photographs will be.

With over 15 years of experience, I bring not only a documentary eye but also a steady, reassuring presence. I’m often described as feeling more like a guest than a supplier — there when you need me, but never in the way.

Based in Sussex, I photograph weddings across the UK and beyond, from relaxed countryside celebrations to elegant house parties and coastal gatherings.

If you’re drawn to photography that feels real, emotive and timeless — images that reflect not just how your day looked, but how it felt — I would love to hear from you.

Location

Speedwell Wych Cross FOREST ROW

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you take formal group photos?

Yes, definitely!
While my style is largely documentary, I’m always happy to capture a handful of organised group photographs — usually the ones parents and grandparents really appreciate.
In our meeting the week before the wedding, I ask for your list of group shots, so on the day I can organise them super quickly, while keeping things relaxed.

What happens if it rains on our wedding day?

This is definitely one of the most common wedding photography questions in the UK!
A little rain never stops a wedding from being beautiful. We’ll always have a plan for indoor photographs if needed, and sometimes rain actually creates some lovely atmospheric images.
The most important thing is that you enjoy your day — great moments happen whatever the weather.

What if we’re camera shy?

This is one of the questions I get asked all the time.
The good news is that most couples feel exactly the same way before their wedding! My approach is relaxed and documentary-led, which means you won’t spend hours posing. As someone who is naturally camera shy, I really understand how you feel, and a really important part of what I do on a wedding day is to help you and your guests feel relaxed around the camera, so you can try and forget I am there!
I blend into the background and capture moments as they naturally happen, stepping in with gentle guidance only when needed. Most couples tell me they forget the camera is even there.

How long after the wedding will we receive our photos?

I know couples are excited to see their photographs, so I aim to deliver your fully edited wedding gallery within around 10–14 days.
Your photographs will be delivered via a private online gallery where you can easily download your images and share them with family and friends

Will you travel outside of Sussex to photograph my wedding?

I live in sunny Sussex and photograph weddings all over the country and the world, have a car and a passport, and WILL TRAVEL! As a documentary wedding photographer, I love to go to new places and meet new people and particularly love to work at new wedding venues. I do charge for travel past 50 miles from my home – the cost is agreed before the wedding day, to cover petrol or train fares. If the venue is far away, the cost of overnight accommodation would be added, usually for the night before to avoid the lottery of traffic jams on this island, and possibly for the night after as well. Usually, the extra cost is not significant. For weddings abroad, the costs would include such things as flights, airport transfers, taxis, accommodation, car rental if needed, and meals. But this isn’t as expensive as it may sound if cheap flights are booked well in advance.

Customer Reviews

Amit locle DBP
“Danni isn’t just an amazing photographer. She is also your hype woman throughout the day and always ready to lend a helping hand, whether that be tightening up your dress, bustling it up or taking off your veil when you are done dragging it around! She is also the loveliest person you will meet, who is genuinely so happy and excited for you, just like another family member or friend! Danni is so kind and calm in nature, and she made us both feel so comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. Our guests have also said how lovely, friendly and brilliant she has been throughout the day! We can’t go without mentioning how in love we are with our photos by Danni. They take us right back to our special day, and remind us of all the precious moments that we shared and experienced on our wedding day (we even teared up a bit). We will cherish them forever and ever!! 🤍”
– Amit & Kaffe Locke
Danni Beach Photography review
“Danni was the most incredible photographer for our wedding in December 2025 and was without a doubt one of our best investments we made. During our initial meeting, she immediately made my husband and I comfortable- my husband is not the biggest fan of having his photo taken but Danni made him feel at ease throughout the entire process which was one of the most important things we were looking for. During the day, she kept me and the bridal party calm throughout, even when there were stressful moments logistically! She helped do up the bridesmaids dresses, helped the groomsmen do their button holes and caught some beautiful moments on camera with our whole family. She is more than just a photographer, she made the day seamless! She was really easy to communicate with, especially with my weather worries the day before the wedding! We have some beautiful bridal portraits, intimate moments of our ceremony captured, some stunning moments of just my husband and I and lovely candid shots of the whole day. Danni worked incredibly hard to deliver us some sneak peaks for our wedding almost immediately after, even during the busy Christmas season. We were blown away by the fully gallery photos we received early January in such a stunning box. All our friends and family loved the Thank You cards that she printed as well. We would 100% recommend Danni for your wedding- she is professional, reliable and a wonderful person who captured our day beautifully. Thank you Danni!”
– Allie and Tom
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ More Than Just a Photographer! From our very first meeting with Danni, we knew we were in the best hands. She was so friendly, reassuring, and clearly passionate about what she does. In the lead-up to our wedding, she made everything feel so easy and stress-free, nothing was ever too much trouble. On the day itself, Danni was simply incredible. She wasn’t just our photographer, she felt like a friend. She supported us, guided us, and helped everything flow so naturally. She put everyone at ease and captured the most beautiful moments without ever being intrusive. The photos? Absolutely breathtaking. She managed to capture so much love, laughter, and emotion. Images we will truly cherish forever! Every time we look at them, we’re taken straight back to the magic of the day. If you’re considering booking Danni – do it! You will not regret it. We would recommend her 100% she is simply the best!”
– Emma and Declan
Documentary wedding photo
“We just wanted to say a massive thank you for your role in the day. To be honest, you weren’t just our photographer, you were a planner, a confidence boost and frankly a friend that we needed on the day. We can’t find the words to really tell you how integral you were and how grateful we are for you and everything you did to support us from start to finish. Your support, your humour and outrageously talented skills will forever be part of our day. Everyone has been raving about you. Anyone who books you doesn’t realise quite how lucky they are to have you because you go beyond any expectation we had. You were a shining star on the most important day of our lives and we will always be eternally grateful for the memories we had with you there, guiding us along the way. Thank you for being a dream, and most importantly, you truly are a wonderfully beautiful individual. Thank you thank you, thank you.”
– Amy And John
Lucy
“We could not be happier with the photos from our wedding! They perfectly capture the joy from the day and we couldn’t be more in love with them! Danni is not only an incredible photographer, with a brilliant range from capturing the still group photos to the action shots, as well as the special bride/groom photos, but she is an amazing asset to have on your special day. Danni put us at ease straight away and was incredibly supportive throughout. She played a big part in making our day so special, regardless of the photos, giving us helpful prompts and championing us to make our day as enjoyable as possible. We really felt like we had our own personal cheerleader and her kindness and generosity has been outstanding throughout the entire planning process. We couldn’t be happier to have chosen Danni as our wedding photographer and couldn’t recommend her more!”
– Lucy and Jake
Ali review
“Danni is an all-around incredible human and absolutely fantastic photographer. From the first moment we chatted to her when whittling down our list of potential wedding photographers, we knew she was exactly who we wanted to photograph our day. My husband and I are two awkward humans who generally dislike having our photos taken, so we hoped to find someone who could take natural photos of us so we wouldn’t have to pose awkwardly throughout the day. She made us feel extremely comfortable when we talked; her passion for the work was instantly clear, and she really took the time to get to know us in a very genuine way. She was great with communication leading up to the wedding, she was very accommodating when it came to our bespoke idea, which was so appreciated. With Danni we got much more than we could have hoped for. Danni has a way of capturing ‘moments’ incredibly adeptly; she becomes so attuned to your day that she picks up on the micro-expressions and body language to create photos that are both technically beautiful and full of emotion. But she does it all seamlessly, moving around to capture the best light and angles without you knowing she’s there, which was particularly great for me during the ceremony when I was feeling nervous about being in the limelight. Throughout the day Danni felt like a guest and a friend to all of us there. We had a small wedding (under 20 guests), and I was worried that a photographer would be conspicuous and there wouldn’t be enough to photograph. But during the slower parts of our day (garden games and some relaxing in the sun) Danni was SO MUCH FUN. She joined in but also managed to take the BEST actions photos at the same time. Later in the day, my new husband and I took a walk through the forest with Danni to find a spot to take some more posed photos, because we both felt comfortable enough with her to do this. I’m so, so glad I put my trust in Danni because the results were incredible. I generally cringe when I see myself pose in photos, but another part of Danni’s magic is being able to direct you in such a casual and conversational way so that you barely even realise it’s happening until you receive the photos and get your mind blown that she had a vision all along. Words don’t do her justice but I’ll end with this: whether you have a very clear and specific idea of what you want, or whether you aren’t quite sure where to start, you will be in safe hands with Danni. If you’re looking to be centre stage, or feel a bit nervous and awkward, she’ll know what to do. If you want to capture fun and candid moments, but also want those beautiful, emotional moments immortalised, there’s really no one who can do it better. Thank you so much Danni, you made it so easy on us, and the photos are more beautiful than I imagined was possible.”
– Ali Penny

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