Colorful bouquet of assorted flowers including orchids, roses, and greenery.

Documentary Film Wedding Photographer.

Portfolio

A couple holding hands and celebrating at an outdoor wedding, surrounded by guests, with colorful confetti falling from the sky on a sunny day with a clear blue sky and trees in the background. Taken on 35mm film at Chapel House Estate, Kent.

Based in Kent, photographing weddings across London, the UK and Europe using 35mm film, medium format and digital photography.

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Bride and groom in red suit on the evening of their wedding day. Photo taken on Kodak Ultramax 400 35mm film with direct flash

Bride taking photo of her and her bridesmaids in a mirror using a point and shoot 35mm film camera on Kodak Tri-X black and white film

Some recent favourites

Steve & Matt

Chapel House Estate, Kent

Bride and groom looking at each other in front of high rise flats by Chelsea Old Town Hall.

Kitty & Tom

Chelsea, London

Bride in white dress surrounded by her bridesmaids during her first look at La Passionnant in Morzine, before going to get married at Lac de Montriond. Taken on Portra 400 35mm film

Chelsea & Lewis

Morzine, France

So I’m Matt

(William and Harley are my middle names by the way).

Matt Brears of William Harley holding multiple film cameras in Margate by a vintage shelter. Taken on Portra 400 35mm film.

Honest, intentional wedding photography on film

I've been photographing couples who are wildly in love for a good few years now, and I still have to pinch myself when I remember that this is my job. Along the way, I've met some wonderful people who truly align with what I'm about—some of whom have become good pals.

I value honesty and intention above everything else when it comes to photographing weddings. That means documenting the day exactly as it felt. The joy, the romance, the nuance, and sometimes the beautiful chaos.

Using a blend of 35mm film, medium format film and digital photography, I create photographs with authentic colour, timeless character and room to breathe. The analogue process encourages me to slow down, to be present, and to make every picture count.

Based in Kent, I photograph weddings throughout London and across the UK and Europe for couples who care more about genuine moments than perfect poses.

Matt Brears of William Harley sitting in Big Shot diner in Margate, smiling at the camera, with other people in the background. Taken on Ilford hp5+ 35mm film.

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Aww you’re making me blush! ↓

A bride and groom standing outdoors, smiling at each other during their wedding ceremony, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet, under a tree with green leaves and a wooden fence in the background. Taken on 35mm film at Chapel House Estate, Kent.

Rosie & Will

“Matt is very good at capturing the more candid moments of the day, making you really remember all the little parts of the day when you look back through them”.

A joyful couple dressed in wedding attire embraced outdoors with greenery and plants in the background at Chapel House Estate

Jodie and Phil

“He genuinely added so much to the day with his incredibly kind, funny and friendly attitude, everything felt natural and not posed which is exactly what we wanted.”

Happy people celebrating at a wedding reception, wearing formal attire, some with sunglasses, dancing and taking photos outdoors at Chapel House Estate

Sophia and Iñaki

“You have perfectly captured our essence, and we are beyond grateful for that.”

A black and white photo of a wedding celebration. A couple, the groom in a light-colored suit and the bride in a white outfit holding a bouquet, are facing each other and smiling. They are surrounded by smiling guests, some standing and some sitting, in a festive indoor setting with flowers and decorations.

Gem & Jethro

“Matt captured every moment of our day so beautifully. The photos feel so natural and full of emotion—it truly feels like we’re reliving the day every time we look at them.”