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Natural and genuine heartfelt wedding storytelling for chilled out couples
Welcome to the Tracey M Photography blog, a place to explore real weddings, venue inspiration and helpful tips for your big day. I’m a Derbyshire-based documentary wedding photographer capturing relaxed, story-driven celebrations across the Midlands and the UK. Here you’ll find love stories filled with genuine moments, guides to some of my favourite venues, and advice to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera. Whether you’re planning an intimate micro wedding or a full-day celebration, this blog is here to inspire you.
A Relaxed Staffordshire Wedding at Abbots Bromley Church and a Farm Reception
A charming, heartfelt wedding in Staffordshire with a village church ceremony in Abbots Bromley and a personal family farm reception. Capturing candid, natural moments, this day was all about genuine laughter, love, and storytelling.
Elegant Outdoor Wedding Photography at Dunston Hall, Chesterfield
A beautifully elegant outdoor wedding at Dunston Hall, Chesterfield. A relaxed summer celebration photographed in a natural, documentary style during a four-hour wedding day.
A Proper Farmers’ Wedding in Perlethorpe | Molly & Tom’s Marquee Wedding on the Thoresby Estate
A relaxed, joy-filled farmers’ wedding in the heart of Nottinghamshire. From tractors and straw bales to a village church ceremony and a marquee reception at the couple’s farm, Molly and Tom’s wedding in Perlethorpe was a true celebration of rural life, family and farming roots.
A Sunshine-Filled Micro Wedding at Bridgford Hall, West Bridgford | Libby & Sam
A relaxed June micro wedding at Bridgford Hall in West Bridgford, captured by a UK micro wedding photographer. Sunshine, confetti and heartfelt moments in just 1.5 hours.
Glencoe Elopements: Wild, Intimate, and Unforgettable
Glencoe is wild, ethereal and breathtaking. It is the perfect backdrop for an intimate elopement or micro wedding. Discover how short, intentional photography sessions capture your love naturally in the Scottish Highlands.
A Relaxed Summer Wedding at Gorcott Hall, Redditch
A relaxed and joy-filled summer wedding at the beautiful Gorcott Hall in Redditch, with sunshine, bubbles, crazy golf and an effortlessly elegant celebration centred around people, connection and meaningful moments.

