South London Micro Wedding Photographer | Camberwell House Wedding
There is something deeply special about intimate weddings. With only the couple and their closest family, the atmosphere shifts to a slower, more mellow and warmer pace. As a South London wedding photographer, I’ve come to love these smaller celebrations that strip everything back to what truly matters: love, family, and the honest joy of two people choosing each other. This beautiful Sothwark micro wedding was one of those days I’ll carry with me for a long time.
I arranged to meet the wedding couple at their South London flat, and take a few photos of the couple and their family at home. The couple’s home was filled with deeply personal and meaningful things which I wanted to incorporate into the photos. The bride needed a few private moments to finish getting ready, so I took the time to take several portraits of the groom, looking splendid in a bright yellow suit and a hat, a gift from his grandfather. It was a also a chance to photograph the groom’s parents and the details of the flowers and wedding rings.
Once the bride was ready and everyone gathered, we set off on a short 10 min walk to Camberwell House, Southwark Registry Office.
An afternoon at Camberwell House Registry Office
The wedding ceremony was held at Camberwell House, Southwark Registry Office. Nestled in the heart of South London, this 19th century Grade II listed property was the perfect setting for this couple's heartfelt ceremony. It is a quiet, characterful spot full of charm and a sense of history, a fitting venue for an intimate exchange of vows.
The ceremony was held in the Garden Room, an elegant room offering access to the beautiful gardens. The bride and groom waited for their families to come in and get settled. The bride wore a stunning floral dress, made with embroided lace fabric, designed by a Kosovo-born designer Teuta Matoshi. She was holding a bouquet filled with delicate garden flowers like daisies and cosmos.
Inside the registry office, the ceremony was full of quiet emotion. A few tears, a few laughs, and a lot of love. As a photographer, I love to capture these unscripted moments, which will hopefully bring joy to my clients in years to come.
After the ceremony, we stepped into the garden for some fresh air and for a few group photos.
South London Gallery as a wedding venue
From Camberwell House, we took a very short walk to South London Gallery, a gem of a space offering their effortlesly cool space as a wedding venue. The gallery room where the reception was held was a dream to photograph in - clean lines, white walls, and flooded with natural light. It was an inspired choice for this art-loving couple, who had spent many weekends visiting and organising exhibitions here before ever imagining they’d celebrate their wedding inside its walls.
Before the arrival of two very special guests, the groom’s grandparents, and while the parents enjoyed tasting home-made kamucha and a glass of bubbly, we snuck outside into the garden to take a few couples portraits. Thre outside space was lovely, offering different backdrops and features for photography. There was also quite a bit of greenery and flowers which I was keen to incorporate into the photographs.
Reception at South London Gallery
Reception was relaxed and joyful, with a long table set for just their nearest and dearest. The groom’s grandparents joined the party, which was a very tender moment. I was lucky enough to have my grandmother attend my own wedding so I know just how special that is. The table was laid with candles, flowers, hand-written place cards, and a playlist curated by the groom, everything chosen with care. The speeches were some of the most heartfelt I’ve ever heard. The groom’s mum gave a speach in Romanian, a nod to the bride’s heritige. The reception finished with a song the groom dedicated and sang to the bride, and finally with the cake being cut and served for everyone to enjoy (including myself!).
This micro wedding was truly special, and one I will cherish in many years to come.
Why Micro Weddings Matter
As a South London wedding photographer, I’ve seen all types of celebrations, from bigger weddings to days like this one: intimate, meaningful, and full of soul. Micro weddings allow couples to slow down, be present, and surround themselves only with the people who know their love story best. There is time for long conversations and unhurried hugs. And from a photography point of view? That’s where the magic lives
Looking for a London Wedding Photographer?
If you are planning a micro wedding in South London, or a small intimate wedding, I’d love to hear from you! Whether you are getting married at Camberwell House, hosting a reception at South London Gallery, or planning something entirely different, I believe your day should be captured honestly, beautifully, and with care. My approach is warm, relaxed, and documentary-led, focusing on real moments, natural light, and timeless tones.
About Me
Hello! I am Mina, a Surrey-based wedding photographer drawn to candid moments, natural light, and the in-between frames that tell the truest stories. I specialise in intimate weddings, South London wedding photography, and London micro weddings, photographing in a style that is both fine art and documentary. If you are looking for someone who will gently document your day without intrusion, you're in the right place. For more information about wedding photography packages, please visit my wedding photography page. Please get in touch to discuss the details of your wedding day, I would love to hear from you.
Richmond Upon Thames Wedding Photographer | York House Wedding
York House Wedding Venue | Richmond upon Thames Wedding
I have been incredibly lucky over the years to have photographed several weddings (and a couple of music events) at York House in Twickenham. Back in the day, when I lived just down the road it was one of my favourite places to visit on a weekend and enjoy the magnificent gardens which stretch all the way to the River Thames. York House serves as the Town Hall of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, and is licensed for wedding ceremonies and other events. The beautiful Grade II listed building provides several rooms for wedding ceremonies, certain rooms can be hired for wedding receptions, and the stunning gardens are the perfect backdrop for wedding photography.
York House Wedding
I was contacted by a couple last year and asked if I could photograph their multi-cultural wedding at York House in Twickenham. I was immediately excited by the prospect of photographing a wedding there, and was incredibly pleased when the couple confirmed they wanted my photography services for the day.
An Intimate Wedding at York House in Twickenham
It was a small intimate wedding, with many friends and family members coming from different corners of the world, including Germany, Argentina and Colombia to celebrate their love. It was a gorgeous ceremony, filled with poetry, music, laughter and lots of emotions.
Wedding Portrait Photography
While the guests were enjoying a glass of champagne and a picnic in the gardens of York House, the wedding couple and myself snuck out for a brief moment of quiet, and to take a few wedding portraits. As the wedding took place on the last day of school, the gardens were teeming with excited school children, so certain places like the Sunken Garden were out of question for photography. Luckily, elsewhere was quiet so we settled by the river to take wedding portraits. The River Thames provided a stunning backdrop, so I photographed the couple together and individually at the same location.
The Wedding Dress
The bride wore an intricate lace gown with stunning trim detail and shaped trail. The gown was from Justin Alexander with Lillian West and was purchased from London Bride UK. It was absolutely breathtaking, fitting the bride like a custom-made dress.
The flowers were a gift from the bride’s Argentinian family as many of them couldn't make it to the UK ceremony. The lovely folk from Streets in St Margaret’s created the gorgeous wedding bouquet and other flower arrangements. Streets Florist & Greengrocer is a small family business where I used to buy flowers, as well as fruit & vegetables during my Saturday morning routine in St Margaret’s; thinking of it always brings fond memories of my life in my 20s and early 30s.
This specific York House Wedding was truly special. From the people who attended, to the details throughout the wedding ceremony, to the fun picnic in the gardens, and the wedding couple’s attire. It had it all - class, elegance, joy, laughter, tears and lots and lots of love.
I am a professional wedding photographer based in Surrey. I work all across Surrey, London and the South East, documenting wedding days as they unfold - from the wedding preparations through to the first dance.
You can read more about wedding photography here, and you can look through the various packages on offer on my Prices page. In addition to the whole-day and half-day packages, I offer hourly-based photography coverage, so if you are planning a wedding and would like to discuss your requirements, please get in touch. I would love to hear from you.
Oaks Farm Wedding / Surrey Wedding Photographer
Oaks Farm Wedding Venue
Oaks Farm is a lovely Surrey wedding venue a few miles from Croydon and Bromley on the Surrey/Kent border. I photographed a wedding here for the first time on a foggy crisp day a week or so before Christmas.
Winter Wedding Photography
Clare and Chris exchanged their wedding vows in a beautiful ceremony in the stables building, before moving to the barn for some bubbly and their wedding breakfast. We took a bit of time away from the guests for a short stroll around the gardens and for a couples photoshoot. I really enjoyed photographing this winter wedding - there was a little bit of fog still present and the light was a bit dim - it all created a very special atmosphere.
To see a selection of photos from the day, please scroll down. If you are looking for a wedding photographer in Surrey or London, and would like to enquire about photography for your wedding, please contact me with your questions, I would love to hear from you!
York House Wedding / London Wedding Potographer
I was so pleased when Vickie and Paul asked me to photograph their intimate wedding at York House, Twickenham. I got to know Vickie quite well over the course of our Bump to Baby pregnancy photo sessions (see post from Nov 16) that it felt really special to be a part of their wedding. York House is a stunning venue where I photographed before on a few occasions, but to photograph a wedding there on one of the most beautiful days of the year was a real treat! I hope you enjoy these few photos from the day.
