Rachel O'Donnell Photography

03/06/2026

Interesting plot twist? 🤔

So I was asked by a bride recently to capture some video alongside taking photos. I am not technically a videographer and so was a little nervous but she reassured me it didn't have to be perfect, even some phone footage will be great!

So that's what I did, as well as capturing some video with my DSLR I also mounted my phone on top.

Fast forward to the following wedding a week later, bride Mariella informed me that her elderly mother had had a fall and sadly wasn't able to attend, I had a lightbulb moment and offered to shoot some video so her mum could watch a little of what she'd missed.

And here is the confetti moment in action..

I would love to work towards offering short hilights videos in future. Is this something you'd be interested in? Comment below 👇🏼

02/06/2026

Could I be the one? 📷♥️

Can you see yourselves in these photos?

Fancy having me at your wedding as a photo Ninja - come friend - come cheerleader - come therapist - come problem solver? 😁

If you're the kind of couple who loves a laugh, don't take yourselves too seriously, perhaps a little camera shy and want your day to be remembered exactly as it was but better? Not as a polished or forced magazine spread? Then we might just be the perfect match! 👩‍❤️‍👨

Drop me a message with your date to see if I'm available! And let's create some ✨

Rachel
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Colourful, candid, creative and honest wedding photography. Serving Cheshire, North Wales and further afield.

30/05/2026

Today I met up with the lovely Jessica and her family in Nercwys Forest. I've never been before so it was lovely to discover somewhere new, it was so peaceful and calming, away from the crowds. A hidden gem.

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Nercwys forest family shoot

28/05/2026

Congratulations to Mariella and Michael who had a lovely intimate ceremony at Chester Town Hall today 🎉🥂

After confetti and group shots we had a stroll down Abbey Square for some relaxed portraits and on to where they had their first date 🌹

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28/05/2026

Getting married in Chester?
Looking for somewhere epic for your couples portraits?
A peaceful, serene space with plenty of delicious natural light and awe-inspiring architecture?
Have you considered Chester Cathedral? I hadn't until one of my couples booked it for their photo session and I am in love with the photos! 😍

If you're looking for a relaxed but bubbly wedding photographer who will put you at ease in front of the camera, make you look amazing and get a little creative too? Then drop me a message! I'd love to capture your day!

Rachel
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27/05/2026

One stunning bride. Two iconic looks. 💫

Bride Laura stunned in two unforgettable looks on her wedding day. In the daytime she wore a timeless high-neck long sleeve gown that brought pure elegance and sophistication. But with temperatures hitting 31 degrees on Monday, the evening called for a cooler second look! So she changed into an effortless white strapless party dress perfect for the dancefloor 👌🏼

Don't you think she looks absolutely incredible in both?! 😍

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

Congratulations to Mr + Mrs Holland 🎉
25.5.26

What an epic day and an epic location for couples portraits.

It was a stroke of genius from bride Laura who decided to book Chester cathedral for their photo session, a godsend in this heat! 🥵

I had so much fun capturing Laura and Brian's intimate celebration, with their lovely family. I'll never forget this one.

Look out for next day previews tomorrow 👀
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22/05/2026

Natalya + Scott's have received their next day previews! Here are some hilights 💕

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Intimate Cheshire wedding photography

22/05/2026

I really need an assistant to film some BTS for me 🤣🤣 Multitasking is not my strong point!!

Still, hopefully you'll get a gist of my shooting style. We have fun hanging out together while I take some natural shots of the two of you on your wedding day. That's all there is to it! 🥰

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