Yorkshire Portraits Wedding Photographer
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Family Photographers
Yorkshire Portraits Wedding Photographer
4 Crow Lane, Newark NG22 9DL
# Yorkshire Portraits Wedding Photographer
Phil Shillitoe is a documentary wedding photographer based in Newark, Nottinghamshire, serving couples across Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and beyond. With over 500 weddings photographed since 2004, he specialises in capturing authentic, unstaged moments that reflect how weddings actually feel rather than how they're supposed to look.
His philosophy is straightforward: get out of the way, earn trust, and let the day unfold naturally. He deliberately avoids the traditional posed shots and formal line-ups that can make weddings feel stilted. Instead, he documents genuine emotion—the laughter during vows, the terrible dancing, the too-long hugs between friends—creating a visual narrative that feels real and intimate.
Phil serves couples who want to actually experience their wedding rather than perform through it. These are people who'd rather cry at their own ceremony than stand awkwardly in a field for portraits. His style appeals to couples seeking a relaxed, fun approach to wedding photography without the stress of constant direction or interruption.
What genuinely sets him apart is the inclusion of video content creation as standard with every package—no extra cost, no separate film crew. Whilst photographing stills, he simultaneously captures short, natural clips ready for social media or private viewing. This dual offering is unusual in the wedding photography market and adds genuine value.
His personality shines through authentically—living near Sherwood Forest with his family and admitting to excessive Lego collections—making him approachable and relatable for couples seeking a photographer who feels more like a trusted friend than a formal service provider.
Phil Shillitoe is a documentary wedding photographer based in Newark, Nottinghamshire, serving couples across Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and beyond. With over 500 weddings photographed since 2004, he specialises in capturing authentic, unstaged moments that reflect how weddings actually feel rather than how they're supposed to look.
His philosophy is straightforward: get out of the way, earn trust, and let the day unfold naturally. He deliberately avoids the traditional posed shots and formal line-ups that can make weddings feel stilted. Instead, he documents genuine emotion—the laughter during vows, the terrible dancing, the too-long hugs between friends—creating a visual narrative that feels real and intimate.
Phil serves couples who want to actually experience their wedding rather than perform through it. These are people who'd rather cry at their own ceremony than stand awkwardly in a field for portraits. His style appeals to couples seeking a relaxed, fun approach to wedding photography without the stress of constant direction or interruption.
What genuinely sets him apart is the inclusion of video content creation as standard with every package—no extra cost, no separate film crew. Whilst photographing stills, he simultaneously captures short, natural clips ready for social media or private viewing. This dual offering is unusual in the wedding photography market and adds genuine value.
His personality shines through authentically—living near Sherwood Forest with his family and admitting to excessive Lego collections—making him approachable and relatable for couples seeking a photographer who feels more like a trusted friend than a formal service provider.
Services offered
Documentary wedding photographyAuthentic candid photographyVideo content creationFull day wedding coverageCouple portraitsReception and celebration photographyCeremony documentationSocial media ready clips