Dorset Weddings, Beautifully Captured
Authentic, Story-Driven Wedding Photographer Dorset
Dorset is home to some of the UK’s most romantic wedding backdrops — from clifftop castles and coastal views to elegant country estates. As trusted wedding photographers in Dorset, we’ve captured weddings across the region, offering couples relaxed, natural photography with a documentary approach. If you’re planning a Dorset wedding, we’re here to help you relive every heartfelt moment, beautifully.
- Professional, Reliable Service from Booking to Delivery
- Consistently Stunning Results
- Client-Focused Approach
- Comprehensive Coverage & Customisable Packages
- Secure, Efficient Image Delivery
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Why Choose Our Dorset Wedding Photography Team?
From windswept beaches to candlelit barns, Dorset offers an extraordinary variety of wedding settings — and as a Dorset wedding photographer, we’ve had the privilege of capturing them all. With a calm, discreet approach, we allow you and your guests to stay fully present while we document the day as it genuinely unfolds.
- Experience at iconic Dorset venues like Lulworth Castle, Athelhampton House & Kingston Maurward
- Candid, unobtrusive photography that never feels staged
- Trusted by over 300 couples across the South West
- Beautiful, timeless editing — no filters, no trends, just you
Tailored Wedding Photography Packages for Every Couple
We offer flexible photography packages to suit your wedding style, guest list, and timeline. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a small, intimate gathering, we’ll create a personalised experience that captures your day perfectly. As an experienced wedding photographer in Dorset, we focus on telling your story with authenticity and elegance.
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- Flexible Start 2-3 Hours Before Ceremony
- Minimum 500 Images
- Digital Delivery With Gallery Storage
- High Resolution Studio Edited
- Download & Print Ordering Service
- All Uk Travel Included
- Documentary-led wedding films with cinematic elements
- Drone videography
- Discreet, flexible filming
- Full‑day coverage or highlight edits
- Online MP4 Download via Private Link
- Preview provided in 3 weeks, full highlights in 6 weeks
- Extended Coverage (Evening/Multiple Days)
- Raw Footage Delivery
- Wedding Albums & Print Services
- Additional Photographers/Videographers
- Venue Walkthroughs / Pre-Wedding Shoots
- Express Turnaround Services
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Our Process
STEP 1
Discovery Call
We’ll start with a relaxed consultation to understand your Dorset venue, your wedding style, and what moments matter most to you.
STEP 2
Timeline Support
We help structure a photography plan that blends into your day — no awkward posing, just natural storytelling.
STEP 3
Wedding Day & Gallery Delivery
We quietly capture every moment, from laughter-filled mornings to dancefloor celebrations. Your final gallery is delivered securely and beautifully edited.
What Couples Say About Our Dorset Wedding Photography
Every Moment Felt Natural — Yet Perfectly Captured
“We feel so lucky to have had Smiling Tiger as our wedding photographer. They captured the subtle, personal moments that made the day so special – all while being seemingly everywhere and nowhere at once.
We had many friends and family members comment to us about how wonderful they were on the day. We even had vendors tell us Smiling Tiger’s work is the best they’ve seen. We couldn’t recommend him enough..”
Allison & Adam
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Natural Wedding Photography Across Dorset
Dorset offers a landscape of storybook moments — historic castles, rolling farmland, and coastal views. We’ve captured weddings at cliffside ceremonies, countryside barns, and Georgian estates. Wherever you’re tying the knot, we’ll tell your story with honesty, heart, and beautifully candid frames. Contact us today to check our availability and start planning your Dorset wedding photography.
Why Choose Us
“Emotional context has always been at the heart of my work”
The concept of the Smiling Tiger is a nod to our ability to use our experience and instinct to oversee our environment. We let nature unfold, knowing the right moment to strike and capture our prey with pinpoint accuracy.
We’re always anticipating moments, whether it’s an emotional glance between family members, a squeeze of the hand, or something hilarious going on during the speeches – We’re judging the right angle and timing for the documentary wedding photography shot, to capture that moment forever. When you look back on your wedding photographs and film, you’ll see things you didn’t even realise were happening on the day, documented in timeless style.
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Pick a time to book a relaxed 30-minute call - no pressure, no strings attached.
It’s just a chance for us to get to know each other a little, hear more about your plans, and walk you through how we work. Whether you’re ready to book or just exploring your options, we’re happy to chat and answer any questions you might have.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Planning your wedding in Dorset? Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions we get from couples about our Dorset wedding photography services—covering everything from how we work on the day to what’s included in our packages and how your images are delivered.
We aim to make every part of the process smooth and personal. If you have any other questions, just reach out—we’d love to hear from you!
Based near Blandford and Bournemouth, we’re Dorset wedding photographers and videographers, offering our services throughout the UK and occasionally abroad to ensure your wedding day is beautifully captured, wherever it may be.
To secure our services, simply complete our online contract and pay a £500 booking fee. Once that’s done, your date is confirmed, and we’re all set to capture your special day!
We are members of the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA), an international organisation for professional photographers skilled in candid, unobtrusive wedding photography, joining some of the most respected, award-winning photojournalists worldwide.
We provide professional Dorset wedding photography, dedicating full attention to each wedding. We personally oversee every step, from shooting and editing to colour correction, retouching, and album design. Every album is meticulously quality checked before being presented to the client, ensuring a truly personalised and exceptional result.
Large enough for poster prints, if desired. All images are high-quality and delivered in full resolution.
Absolutely! You’re fully licensed to print as many copies as you like for your personal use. Friends and family can also order prints directly from your gallery.
Certainly, we’re covered with up to £10m for public liability and professional indemnity, including photography and drone operations.
We typically share a selection of 12-20 preview photos within a couple of days, with the full set ready within two weeks. During busy periods, this may take up to a month. Film previews are delivered within three weeks, and the full highlight video is available within six weeks.