Wedding Photographer Northern Ireland

Philip Topping is a Professional Wedding Photographer in Portadown, Northern Ireland. I cover not only the Craigavon area in County Armagh but also further afield.

Wedding Photographer Portadown

I capture natural, relaxed wedding photos and tell a story. I care about giving you great memories and wedding photos to remind you of one of the best days of both your lives, as everyone comes together. Established in 2015, I’m the best wedding photographer in Portadown, my hometown, and I offer a deluxe luxury service in the Craigavon area and beyond.

 
 

Craigavon encompasses Portadown, Lurgan and of course, Craigavon, which is the area within County Armagh, as well as smaller villages and towns like Richill, Tandragee, Gilford and Laurelvale. There are some great locations within Co Armagh to photograph your wedding. I have lived in the town my whole life and love it here, but then I would say that, lol.

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Portadown Golf Club wedding with the bride and groom in front of an ivy wall.
Groom looks back at bride holding a bouquet, smiling with a pond in the background.
Bride and groom on the steps of Brownlow House in Lurgan in monochrome and black and white.
The bride and groom are walking around the pond.

Portadown has a lot to offer couples for a ceremony and reception. You might be a future bride and groom wondering where to have your wedding photography. At this stage, I have been photographing in the town for quite a while.

Luxury Co Armagh Wedding Photographer

There are some fantastic places around Portadown for wedding photos, including Seagoe Hotel, Gracehall and Armagh City Hotel. Some great locations, including Tannaghmore Gardens, Lurgan Park, Palace Demesne and Public Park, for wedding photos.

I don’t just work as a wedding photographer in Portadown, Craigavon; I capture your photos all over Northern Ireland. Established in the wedding industry 10 years ago, I only take on a limited number of weddings each year, so check with me ASAP if I’m available. Wedding photo prices start from £1090 upwards. I offer a wedding photography service, covering the entire country with a blend of natural, candid photos and some carefully posed images. If you want ideas and inspiration for traditional, please look through some of my past photos. Traditional real weddings are much more natural and candid than staged and posed. I can do both.

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You can also check out the blog for more weddings, resources, and information. If you have any enquiries, don’t hesitate to contact me.

The couple booked Philip Topping for a full-day wedding photography package at £1390 (€1600) in Portadown.
A real couple holding hands while walking in front of Brownlow House.
The bride looks into the groom's eyes in love with the maid of honour behind them.
The bride and groom embrace at the ceremony, photographed in Gracehall, Lurgan.
Groom with the bride's veil flowing in the wind.
The bride and groom kiss on the path in front of the river.
Bride with bouquet beside groom and bridal party.

Luxury Wedding Photography Showcase

Please browse through my Wedding Photography slideshow for the ceremonies and receptions. I tell your story through photos and images from your day, which capture emotions, tears of joy, and laughter. Capturing these precious moments is essential to storytelling, and you can check out a full gallery by viewing the blogs. I do this with my camera, so I am not always organising photos. Sometimes, it’s good to stay in the background and photograph moments. These are the things you miss on the wedding day, and you will love these in the years to come. A professional wedding photographer like me will pick these up and embrace them. Also, for pre-weddings, you can check my website for ideas and inspiration. Have a look at my wedding photography YouTube playlist.

Telling the Story of Your Wedding Day with Authentic, Fun, Candid Photos

Bride and groom back together holding hands in Gracehall, Lurgan.
Bride and groom beside each other in front of the pond in mono.
The groom makes a speech in front of the bride, with guests in the background and the minister in the foreground.
The bride and groom walk down the aisle after the ceremony with guests on each side in Gracehall, Lurgan.
A portrait of a couple embracing each other as they look at Philip Topping's camera in mono black and white.
Bride and groom captured at their first dance.
Bride and groom sitting on couch holding hands looking at each other in love for a dark moody photo.
Bride and groom holding hands on the stairs at the entrance of Brownlow Castle.
The bride and groom pose for a photo in Lisburn Gardens.
Bride and groom cutting cake, looking at the wedding photographer's camera
Bride in Seagoe Hotel looking out of a large window.
Wedding photographer in Portadown, Northern Ireland, Philip Topping.

Hi, From Philip Topping

I like chatting with brides and grooms as it helps capture and personalise your wedding day, giving you real memories that you will cherish forever. On your wedding day, the music is playing, guests are dancing, and the DJ is amping up, the groom pulls his bride into the middle of the wedding dance floor. The two of you are smiling, surrounded by your closest friends.

Those are the moments people want to relive in 10 years. They’re also the moments I've been photographing since 2015. I like to tell stories and want to genuinely make you feel comfortable, reduce the stress you might feel and celebrate both of you. Don’t worry; I have your photographs covered. To read a bit more about me, visit Philip Topping.

MY WEDDING PHOTO INTRODUCTION. Philip Topping is a professional photographer for weddings. I’ve photographed in most counties and the South of Ireland, which is just over the border from Ulster. A quick hello.

Why book Wedding Photographer, Philip Topping?

By booking Philip, you get a range of experiences with plenty of photos throughout the day, both posed and fun, unposed.

Quality Photos

Professionals offer wedding photography services using high-quality equipment and lenses to capture images. This means you will receive better-quality photos.

Capturing Moments

When planning your wedding day, you should consider hiring a photographer like me. I will not only capture your memories but also ensure that everything goes smoothly.

Experience

Professional photographers, like myself, understand and know how to work with people and make sure that everyone has fun during the day.

3 Easy Steps for Wedding Photos

Here is a quick breakdown of the three easy steps to book me.

Explore Website

1. You can find all the information you need on this website, including previous some wedding photos and prices.

Check Availability

2. Once you’re happy, please reach out to confirm my availability for your date through the contact page.

Keep in Touch

3. Getting married can be stressful, so I am available to answer any questions. You can rest assured that you are in capable hands, allowing you to relax and enjoy your day.

DETAILS, LAUGHTER CAPTURED. I’D LOVE TO BE A PART OF YOUR WEDDING DAY.

Wedding Photography Pricing

How much does a wedding photographer cost in County Armagh? Below are a few pricing options. My experience and quality of work justify the expense. If you can’t find what you are looking for, contact me.

 

Full-Day Photo Coverage

Full-day coverage. A full-day example is two or three hours before service to 9.30 pm. See the breakdown below.

  • High-res photos

  • Free pre-wedding photoshoot in County Armagh

  • Highlights slideshow

  • Wooden USB

  • Usual wait time is 4 to 5 weeks

  • All travel costs included

£1490

Full-Day Photo Coverage & Album

Full-day coverage and wedding album package is 10 x 8 inches landscape, ten spreads (20 pages) with photos of your choice, includes design proofing so you can pick your photos.

  • High-res photos

  • Free pre-wedding photoshoot in County Armagh

  • Highlights slideshow

  • Wooden USB

  • Usual wait time is 4 to 5 weeks

  • All travel costs included

£1990

Half-Day Photo Coverage

Half-day photography from bridal preparations to speeches, OR ceremony to the first dance. A half-day example is from 2 hours before service to 5 pm, or 1:30 pm to 9:30 pm. See the breakdown below.

  • High-res photos

  • Free pre-wedding photoshoot

  • Wooden USB

  • Usual wait time is 4 to 5 weeks

  • All travel costs included

£1390

The Best Wedding Photographer in County Armagh

I love being a wedding photographer in Portadown, and as the day is quite busy with lots of things going on and some pretty tight timeframes, it can be a bit hectic.

 

As well as the formal-type photos, I can also get some creative wedding pictures with certain angles and poses throughout the day. When the formals are taken, it’s time to get creative! I can incorporate some blurred distortion elements like a prism or even some leaves, which may do the trick. I can experiment with poses in the bridal party photos, and I plan to incorporate more creative images and photos. I like adding some creativity to photos, even though it doesn’t always work out.

Wedding Photography

A couple, as you’d expect, is never the same, and I believe your wedding photographs should reflect that, so I take an approach to find out what’s important to you as a luxury wedding photographer. When I arrive on your day, I know what you want and how to capture it, and you can sit back with me by your side. It should be all about telling your story. Wedding photography has several names, including wedding photojournalism, documenting weddings, and reportage. I don’t believe there are any differences between the three names apart from what bridal magazines see as the way to describe storytelling. I love storytelling. There are many styles, including artistic, fine art, vintage, modern, contemporary and candid. If you like what I do and would like me to work on your wedding photography, get in touch for a chat.

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Candids

A candid wedding photographer can capture more unposed and natural photos on your big day, and this type of wedding photography takes out the stress of your day, which I’m all for. Instead of setting up poses and the like, I focus more on unscripted emotions. They can be more relaxed, but you’ll still get the usual group and bridal preparation photos and all the rest, too.

I love capturing rural wedding photography in the countryside and out-of-town or city environments. Everything is a bit more secluded and open.

Alternative

As an alternative wedding photographer, I aim for something a bit different and quirky, hence the word alternative. Your wedding day is going to be one of the greatest days of both your lives. You’ll never forget how you felt walking up the aisle, and you’ll remember the tears and laughter throughout the day. What about something different, like wedding portraits on the beach or an elopement with just a small number of guests along the cliffs? Alternative can also mean photographing quirky, which is something a bit different and unconventional!

I’m a same-sex and LGBTQ wedding photographer, so if you are a couple looking for wedding photos, get in touch. I support marriage equality, and everyone has the right to love and be loved. It doesn’t matter if you are gay or lesbian. I would be more than happy to photograph anywhere in the province. It doesn’t matter if you are gay or lesbian, love is love, after all. I am comfortable photographing in front of small or larger crowds; it doesn’t matter to me how many are there.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN PORTADOWN FOR YOUR DAY

Bride and groom after the Church ceremony.
The bride and groom first dance with light behind them as they are in silhouette.

Any questions, I’m here to help. Contact Philip Topping for any enquiries. Thank you.

Want to meet up with your wedding photographer? Click the map above to see where I’m located in Portadown. If you're far away, I can meet you halfway for a quick chat. It’s always advisable to contact me first to make sure I’m in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Some FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) you might want answered.

Left Things Last Minute?

Left things late, looking for a last-minute or had a cancellation? Contact me as I could help. Depending on your date and location, I might be able to assist you with last-minute photos. This is for anywhere in NI and ROI along the border counties only. Ideally, wedding pictures should be booked 1-2 years in advance, but contact me with more details ASAP.

Do you photograph weddings outside of County Armagh?

I photograph weddings anywhere in Northern Ireland, and I cover travel expenses myself. I’d love to hear from you. I can’t list every town in NI and ROI where I work, but feel free to send me an inquiry. I photograph weddings in plenty of towns and cities throughout the province.

Bride and groom looking up for a wedding photo in Belfast.
The groom looks at the bride as they walk down the corridor after the ceremony, photographed from the back.