Simon Dewey Photography

15/06/2026

Kids at weddings - Having three of my own, I know that taking them to one is basically an average episode of Malcolm in the Middle.
Which is exactly why they always make the day more interesting to photograph.
Whether to invite them or not - I'll leave that one with you.

14/06/2026

I'm looking for families, stories, chaos, love, unconventional set ups to make analog, 35mm, scuzzy, soulful film images of in their natural habitats.

At first, I'm just charging the film and processing costs, in exchange for some photos, images, frames to help me show other people how wondrous this can look.

DM me if you want to take advantage of this.

14/06/2026

New thing: I'm offering mentoring to a small number of wedding photographers.

Mainly around finding your voice and standing out in a busy market.

Wedding photography mentoring for photographers lost in the sea of sameness. Find your voice. Learn how to say it. Small number of places.

13/06/2026

I'm currently working on Beth & Brad's album and loving reliving the day through the images. (Also loving discovering they share the same love of monochrome that I do).

It's also got me wondering, apart from photos, what other tangible memories did you keep from your day? Did you press the flowers, repurpose your dress? Or if you're not married yet, what are your plans?

Hair: LAUREN | The Beehive Bridal Hair Design
Makeup: Makeup Artist & Beauty Coach - Derby Decor: Deb Todd
Dress: Ivory White Bridal Boutique
Alterations: the bridal seamstress
Suits: Wedding & Occassion Suits | Suit Hire & Purchase
Bridesmaid dreses: Olivia & Rose | Bridesmaids Dresses

11/06/2026

New post on the site today about my influences. It's got very little to do with wedding photography

11/06/2026

A post about what influences me as a wedding photographer. (It has very little to do with wedding photography, so if you're hoping to read about that sort of thing, best look elsewhere)

I thought I'd drop an article about what influences me as a wedding photographer. As you can probably guess, it's got very little to do with wedding photography.

11/06/2026

People always say "I bet you have some stories to tell"

Once upon a time...

Jenna envisions a traditional and timeless wedding that will never ...

10/06/2026

When captured me working at a wedding recently, my first thought was. Urgh, I hate the way I look and those photos will never see the light of day. A couple of months down the road, I've decided these are so much cooler than awkward headshots I usually use and peppered them all round my site. So a belated thank you, Nathan.

10/06/2026

I got a lovely email from Will & Ella last night - so I thought I'd share it here along with some of the more abstract, arty shots from the day.

Simon,

What the hell! There was no reason to make us cry on our honeymoon!! We arrived here a few hours ago and had to hold off on opening the link so we could make sure we had some pool and sun time before the tears!

These photos are honestly so amazing and we cannot thank you enough. You were such a pleasure to work with (even if we were not aware of your presence half the time). The photos capture the day so beautifully and the slideshow and accompanying music is so perfect!

When we are home we will write you one incredible review because wow!

09/06/2026

The Quiet Photographer: Being an Introvert is a Superpower, a reflective piece by Simon Dewey, a Derby based editorial and documentary wedding photographer.