A Relaxed DIY Wedding in Devon – A Photographer’s Perspective
I first met Claire & Lewis when they booked me for a family shoot with their son. During the conversation, they casually mentioned they were getting married — but quickly followed it up by saying it was down in Devon, assuming it might be too far for me to travel.
It wasn’t. Not even close.
When they described their plans for a laid-back, boho, DIY wedding, travelling was an easy yes. Devon is a brilliant county for weddings like this, especially when there’s a personal connection to the place.
Lewis grew up in the Devon countryside, so choosing to get married there felt completely natural. The landscape, the slower pace and the sense of space all fed into the feel of the day. Nothing felt forced or overly structured. It was simply about bringing everyone together in a place that meant something to them.
DIY weddings like this lend themselves perfectly to documentary photography. Rather than following a rigid schedule, the day unfolds organically — conversations happen where they happen, moments appear without warning, and my role is to quietly capture those interactions as they naturally occur.
Claire & Lewis’s wedding was full of that kind of energy: relaxed, personal and honest. Exactly the sort of day I love photographing.
Thank you Claire & Lewis for trusting me to photograph their wedding. BIG thanks goes out to their family and friends for making me feel so welcome. 🥂
Why Devon is Perfect for DIY Weddings
- A relaxed pace that suits informal, personal celebrations
- Countryside settings with space to create your own vision
- Freedom from rigid venue schedules
- A strong connection to landscape and outdoors
DIY weddings ditch the formality and reward a calm, unobtrusive approach — allowing the story of the day to unfold naturally.
Devon DIY Wedding Photography – FAQs
Is Devon a good location for DIY weddings?
Yes. Devon is ideal for DIY weddings thanks to its relaxed feel, countryside locations and flexibility to personalise the day.
Does documentary photography suit DIY weddings?
Very much so. DIY weddings are perfect for documentary photography, focusing on real moments rather than staged scenes.
Do you travel for Devon DIY weddings?
Yes. I regularly travel for weddings across Devon and the South West.
Devon Wedding Photographer
If you’re planning a relaxed, DIY wedding in Devon and want natural wedding photography that focuses on real moments and genuine connection, I’d love to hear from you. Weddings like Claire & Lewis’s are exactly why I do what I do! If you like what you see i’d love to hear from you. Please contact me using the contact form below:
