April Ridge Weddings

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A Hertfordshire Wedding Photo & Film
For couples who want to remember how it felt.
🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ All Love Welcome.
📍 Based on Hertfordshire but will travel just about anywhere

When the hen party stripper didn't quite hit the mark...In comes your new husband to make up for it 🤣
25/07/2026

When the hen party stripper didn't quite hit the mark...

In comes your new husband to make up for it 🤣

16/07/2026

I spend my life capturing other people’s love stories, but if I’m being completely honest, it can be easy to lose sight of the magic in my own.

​Like every couple, we’ve had our ups and downs, especially over the last few years. Having twins is hard. Raising a child with autism is hard. Navigating life with four kids in general is beautiful, chaotic, and incredibly hard.

​We’ve had to put in the work. Real, conscious work, day in and day out. But we have shown up for each other every single day.

​Next year, we will have been married for 10 years, and I don't regret a single second of it. I have never met anyone more deeply caring or selfless than my husband.

​For all the shouting I do about being a strong, independent, one-woman business, he is always there in the quiet background. He’s the one making sure I actually eat, carrying the heavy gear, and acting as the soundboard for every single one of my crazy ideas.

​I am forever grateful for him. And when I’m behind the camera capturing my couples, my deepest hope for them is that they find a partner who loves them the exact way he loves me. 🤍


But what if there’s a match on our wedding day ⚽️👀​I get asked this sometimes by couples who are secretly worried about ...
15/07/2026

But what if there’s a match on our wedding day ⚽️👀

​I get asked this sometimes by couples who are secretly worried about football schedules. My answer? Embrace it.

​These photos are from July 2025 during the Women’s Euros. Yes, the Lionesses were playing, and yes, the guests were absolutely glued to the screen. We even had one guest cheering loudly for the opposition (love a bit of friendly rivalry!).

​But look at those faces. The atmosphere was electric, the room was packed with smiles, and honestly? It gave the evening an extra boost of pure, unfiltered energy.

​If your big day falls on a major game, don't panic. Put a screen up, let people cheer, and watch your wedding turn into the most joyful, memorable pub in the country for two hours.

​DM me to check your date today ❤️

07/07/2026

When I started my business, I worked as NHS community nurse.

I truly believed that running my own business would mean I didn't work so hard. How wrong was I!

Don't get me wrong, it's a different kind of hard . I do get to choose my hours and be more present for my children but I am EVERYTHING from front of house, HR department, marketing, logistics... You name it.

I'm not really a business woman. I'm a wedding photographer. Doing what I love to support my 4 great kids ❤️

Follow along for the ride!

02/07/2026

Last Friday (26th June), I found myself shooting at the breathtaking Rackleys Barn in the Chiltern Hills on what turned out to be the hottest day of the year so far.

​Now, don’t get me wrong, we had some incredible respite because the barn’s air conditioning was an absolute lifesaver! I also have to give a massive shoutout to the phenomenal staff at Rackleys. They honestly couldn’t do enough for us, constantly circling to make sure myself, the other suppliers, and all the guests were well-hydrated and looked after. Teamwork truly makes the dream work!

​But when we stepped outside into that 35°C heatwave? That is where the real work began.

​Blinding, harsh sunlight is notoriously tricky for wedding photography. Without the right expertise, it creates dark, unflattering shadows.

​I want my couples to look effortless, which is why I never leave things to chance:

I've heavily invested in cutting-edge, high-efficiency flashes specifically engineered to overpower the midday sun, melting away harsh facial shadows.

II don't just rely on good luck and overcast skies. I have dedicated countless hours to researching and mastering extreme-lighting techniques.

I am always learning, always upgrading, and always evolving my craft. Why? Because when a couple trusts me with their once-in-a-lifetime memories, they deserve a photographer who can deliver editorial-grade art in any condition.

​I am predominantly a Hertfordshire wedding photographer, but I regularly travel all over the UK and abroad to capture these incredible days

​Your wedding weather is unpredictable, but your gallery shouldn't be. Let’s secure your date, you check my availability via the link in my bio!

Venue:
Photo: .ridge.photography
Content:
Event styling & music: .uk
Hair/Mua:
Dress: .rose.bridal
Sax:



29/06/2026

I was out doing some gardening last night and I was chuckling to myself about how I’ve got to the age of 40 and suddenly realized that I actually do quite enjoy gardening. It’s not that I’ve never done gardening before, I’ve just not really taken the time to realise that I actually really like it! 😂

​I was just laughing out there with my herbs, which gave me the exact idea for this reel.

​To clear up any internet confusion: no judgment to anyone else, but I don't actually have a raging w**d habit! I am just a Hertfordshire-based wedding photographer with a south-facing garden who has a newfound, deep appreciation for growing actual, literal garden herbs.

I love what I do, I love a beautiful wedding day, and I love coming home to my plants. If you appreciate a seasoned professional who doesn't take themselves too seriously (and you want to make sure your wedding memories are in safe hands), I’d love to chat.

​The link in my bio is right there to check my availability for 2026/27 & 2028

28/06/2026

As a wedding photographer, I often feel like I have to feed the social media beast.

It's tricky to get content when you're working. I never want it to overshadow my clients and detract from the real reason I am at their wedding. It isn't to create my own content.

So, meta glasses seemed like a great option. Hands free filming. Great for some wedding behind the scenes!

Or so I thought...

I'm much better with a camera. Promise.

If you're looking for a photographer who priorities your experience over social media then you came to the right place 😂

Check pricing and availability via the link in my bio ☝️


Can we talk about how hot it was yesterday 🥵 And yet somehow this fabulous couple managed to stay looking fabulous all d...
27/06/2026

Can we talk about how hot it was yesterday 🥵

And yet somehow this fabulous couple managed to stay looking fabulous all day long!

It was my first time at Rackleys Barn in the Chiltern Hills and what a beautiful venue it is! Wow 😍

If you're looking for a photographer who can still produce shots like these whilst sweating her arse off in an intense heat wave then you came to the right place 😂

Check pricing and availability via the link in my bio ☝️

Venue:

Photography: .ridge.photography

Content creation:

DJ/decor: .uk

Dress: .rose.bridal

Hair:

MUA:

Sax: Ben Smith

25/06/2026

From the school corridor to the Menorcan sun. ☀️

​For weeks, I sat on a school floor editing beautiful, joyful wedding galleries while making sure my child felt safe during a massive season of school avoidance. But last week? I got to watch them completely unwind.

​When you hire a small business, you aren't helping a CEO buy a third home. You're helping a mum be there for her kids while doing a job she absolutely loves.

​The same patience, empathy, and care I pour into my family is exactly what I bring to your wedding day.

My books are officially open for 2026/2027.
Let’s create some magic together.

Link in bio to check your date. 🤍

What do a wedding photographer and Jet2 have in common? I'm about to tell you.​Last week, my family and I were in Menorc...
23/06/2026

What do a wedding photographer and Jet2 have in common?

I'm about to tell you.

​Last week, my family and I were in Menorca. We are a large family of six, and this trip was a massive milestone, it was the first time our youngest three had ever flown.

​To be completely honest, I have been putting off taking them abroad for the best part of 10 years. Our family includes twins and a child with autism, and I just always felt that a trip like this would be too much for us to handle. I worried my child with autism wouldn't be able to cope with the sensory overload. Throwing twins into the mix, alongside our almost 17-year-old (who is an absolutely amazing kid but who I often feel desperately needs more of our time and attention) the mum-guilt was so real. I was terrified the whole thing would just be a massive stress. ​But I knew it was an experience I desperately wanted them to have.

​Recently, I had a really good couple of weeks at work with lots of unexpected and expected bookings coming in. I took that as my sign, used the money, and booked us all to fly via Jet2 to Menorca. I chose a private villa because it was the best option for our family's specific needs; it meant I could completely control the environment we were in.

​And that brings me back to what I have in common with Jet2.

​From the exact moment I made that booking, Jet2 looked after us. Nothing was too much trouble. When I contacted them about assisted travel for my son, they were polite, helpful, and incredibly informative. The moment we got to the airport, the Jet2 reps couldn't have done any more for us as a family than they did. They were smiley, happy, well-informed, willing to help, and natural problem solvers. I have never flown with a friendlier airline, or one more generous with their baggage allowance (which was a massive, welcome break for a family of six!). They took the stress out of a situation I had spent a decade dreading.

​I am making this connection because, obviously on a much smaller scale, I run my photography business in the exact same way.
​When couples book me for their wedding, they aren’t just booking someone to turn up and click a button. They are booking someone to look after them from day one. I want to be that friendly, well-informed, problem-solving presence. Whether you’re camera-shy, feeling overwhelmed by your timeline, or worried about how the day will flow, nothing is too much trouble. I’m there to take the stress away so you can just enjoy the experience.

​Based in Hertfordshire, but always ready to bring that Jet2-level of care and standard to your wedding day (whether local or destination!). ✈️📸

​What’s the best customer service experience you’ve ever had? Let me know below!

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