WILLIAM HARLEY

DOCUMENTARY FILM
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

BASED IN KENT
PHOTOGRAPHING WEDDINGS
ACROSS LONDON, THE UK,
AND EUROPE

USING 35MM FILM, MEDIUM FORMAT AND DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY.

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

SO I’M MATTIE

HONEST, INTENTIONAL WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY ON FILM

William and Harley are my middle names by the way.

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, across the UK and Europe for couples who care more about genuine moments than perfect poses.

RECENT
FAVES

EL & AMY
CHAPEL HOUSE ESTATE, KENT

LYDIA & LYLE
TWICKENHAM, LONDON

CHELSEA & LEWIS
MORZINE, FRANCE