Paul Phipps-Williams Photography

BIRMINGHAM WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

for awesome people

No performing. No faff. No pretending. Just you.

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PHOTOGRAPHY THAT FEELS LIKE YOU

Birmingham Wedding Photography for awesome people

No performing. No faff. No pretending. Just you.

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Want photography that feels like you?

If formal wedding photography puts the fear of God in you, you’re in the right place. 

I’m Paul, an unapologetically joyful Birmingham-based wedding photographer working across the West Midlands and beyond. I’m here for the unique, the nerds, the gays and theys. The awesome people.

I won’t make you do anything that’ll make you feel awkward. We’ll have a laugh. I’ll get your best side. I might flirt with your nan.

Paul

a birmingham wedding couple laugh on their special day. he has his hand over her heart
Photographer holding camera outdoors in a gazebo setting.

MY FAVOURITE WEDDINGS ACROSS BIRMINGHAM AND BEYOND

Get married. Geek out. Be you!

(…and if you can’t be you, be Batman.)

Bring your passions. Bring your crew. Here are a selection of my favourite photos.

You can read some of my favourite wedding stories below.

Beautiful coastal landscape shot in Cornwall showcasing dramatic cliffs and ocean views.
Beautiful coastal landscape shot in Cornwall showcasing dramatic cliffs and ocean views.
Beautiful coastal landscape shot in Cornwall showcasing dramatic cliffs and ocean views.

FROM THE HEART OF BIRMINGHAM'S FAMOUS JEWELLERY QUARTER

Photography that gets you seen and celebrated

a groom lifts his bride in the air in a field at Newlands-Bishop-Farm
FIND OUT HOW I WORK
Whether you're camera-shy, gloriously geeky or beautifully queer, find out how much to budget, and get a quote.
Paul Phipps-WIlliams by a graffiti wall
BIRMINGHAM'S GEEKIEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
From COBR to Camera-Boy. Two cats, a massive tattoo of Luke Skywalker, and a dancing barbarian in a pink tutu.
Romantic couple smiling at each other during outdoor wedding photoshoot, showcasing love and happine.
Help when you need it
Helpful advice about getting married, and how to feel comfortable getting photographed.

HOW DOES IT FEEL TO WORK WITH ME?

Your step-by-step guide to photography that feels like you

a man proposes to his girlfriend in Birmingham

step 1

Tell me about yourselves

When you get in touch, I’ll drop you a message on WhatsApp (probably with a Ralph Wiggum gif).

I live vicariously through other peoples’ love stories – it’s why I became a photographer. So we’ll gossip about how you met, who proposed to who… I’ll probably well up. The aim is to find a photographer you can relax around.

We’ll chat about what means the most to you about your photography, so even before I pick up a camera I know what you value.

If we feel we’re a good fit, I’ll guide you through the options and help you choose what works best.

Beautiful coastal landscape shot in Cornwall showcasing dramatic cliffs and ocean views.

step 2

I've got your back

Planning a wedding can feel like a lot. I’ll help you figure things out, share ideas, and point you in the right direction – whether that’s timelines, suppliers, or just what actually matters on the day.

Just drop me a WhatsApp – you’ll have my number, so treat me like the wedding-planner-shaped-friend you didn’t know you had.

Wedding joy with a happy couple laughing outdoors in vibrant floral shirts.
Intimate couple portrait capturing love and connection outdoors in natural light.
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step 3

Practice Run

If it’s right for you, I might recommend a pre-wedding shoot. It’s perfect if you’re nervous in front of the camera. We’ll spend an hour having a laugh, messing around in a local park or somewhere fun. 

It takes all of the pressure off photos on the day, because when it comes to taking photos you’re already posing pros.

You can then use the photos for something funky. Slap them on your wedding site. Make a signing book out of them. Pop them on your wall so every time you see them you’ll smile.

step 4

Bring out the joy
of your day

I get so many people telling me about photographers who don’t say a word on the day.

I’m not like that. I’ll dive in, make friends with your mates and be your family’s best friend. I’ll laugh with you, dance with you, and probably cry with you. I’ll forget the words to famous songs on the dance floor and make your nan do jazz hands in the family photos.

Your day is all about your joy, your promise and the moments you’ll never forget. Book a photographer who becomes part of your crew.

And I firmly believe in physical media. Treat your wedding like your favourite box set. Most packages include an album so you can show off your favourite photos for years to come.

an alt wedding couple embrace on their wedding day
Wedding couple portrait in a lush garden with a red bridge, captured by Paul Phipps-Williams Photogr.

REAL LIFE REVIEWS

Nice words from awesome people

LET'S CHAT

Tell me about your Birmingham Wedding

See if I’m free on your date and let me know what you’re most excited about.

No pressure, and no calls out of the blue. You’ll get a gif or two, and potentially a cat.

A marriage is always made up of two people who are prepared to swear that only the other one snores.
Terry Pratchett