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On Hitched.co.uk since 2021

Last update: November 2024

Hi, I'm Tom, a Kent wedding photographer based in Maidstone, offering candid and natural wedding photography for loved up couples.

I keep vibes chilled, ensuring you and your loved ones feel at ease, so I can capture genuine emotions and spontaneous moments.

I understand the importance of capturing those one off special shots full of big emotions as well as the planned details that make your wedding day unique.

My approach as a wedding photographer is to tell your story and capture the magic of the day. I deliver high-quality photos that you will look back on for years to come and treasure forever.

I'm a recommended photographer at some beautiful Kent wedding venues and pride myself in delivering high quality photos that my couples cherish.

Contact me to have a chat about your big day and how we can create some stunning photos at your wedding.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Photocall
Other (Fancy something a bit different? I have vintage film and digital cameras, vintage lens and a portable instax printer. I'd always up for providing something unique)

What does the wedding package include?

Pre wedding consultation, advice and guidance on the lead up to the wedding. Full day coverage on wedding day. Online gallery. You can add: second photographer, photo books, prints and wall art

How far in advance should I contact you?

I tend to be booked 18 months to 2 years in advance, so once you have secured a date or have a date in mind contact me and we can have a chat. I can offer advice and guidance and recommend suppliers

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, kent Sussex Surrey Essex London

What is the charge for travelling?

Depends on distance if South of UK this is usually covered in my price but if you have something in mind contact me for a bespoke quote

What style of photos do you take?

Photo journalism
Other

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I capture natural moments but I also like to get artist couple shots so you can have something to put on the wall

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use professional grade full frame cameras. I have backups, lights, speed lites, stands etc. Umbrellas in case it rains (this is the UK!) I don't use everything all of the time but there if needed

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, i deliver my photos via an online gallery that you can share with friends and family, includes a slideshow, you can order prints and download the high res photos

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Team of Professionals

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

My price includes coverage for the whole day and I don't work by the hour. We would meet to agree a rough time and then I am available on the day to capture everything as it happens

What are the forms of payment?

When you book I email you a contract and invoice, with seamless online payment options. It's a £250 deposit and the balance is due until a month before the wedding. You can also pay be instalments

How do you work?

I have a chilled approach and capture the moments as they happen. The only part of the day where I become noticed is usually the formal group shots when some "crowd control" is required!
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Reviews for Tom Cullen Photography

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Tasha
Tasha Sent on 21/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer out there!!

Tom is not only a fantastic and outstanding photographer but also the most caring, thoughtful and calm person! He listened to all our needs and made the plan for the day effortless and easy to understand. Points of the day, I had even forgot about certain shots I asked for, but he remembered. We felt so comfortable and relaxed around him, making the photos look natural and effortless, exactly what we wanted! And the editing is above anything I have ever seen, you can tell the attention to detail and effort he puts into every photo and I’m so glad we found you for our wedding day! Thank you
Bethany
Bethany C. Sent on 18/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

An incredible photographer!!

Tom is an incredible photographer! He asked us what our wishes were before the wedding and listened to everything we wanted, but also advised us on the best places to have our photos taken at the best times too. Tom made us feel so comfortable and the day wouldn’t have been the same without him. The outcome of the photos are absolutely stunning and I would highly recommend Tom!
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Georgina C. Sent on 27/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

If you want an amazing wedding photographer then Tom is your person!

Tom Cullen was our photographer for our wedding in November 2023 at The Ravenswood.

After speaking to several wedding photographers it was clear that Tom stood out from the rest. We met him on a number of occasions leading up to the wedding day - from an online Zoom call where we could ask him any questions that came to mind to meeting up in person a few months before the big day so we could show him around our wedding venue. Having never visited our venue before, within minutes of arriving Tom found fantastic shots we would never have thought of. The visit was also a great opportunity to show Tom the features of the venue we loved.

The photographs from the wedding day itself are absolutely stunning. Tom captured the day perfectly and his photographs really took our breath away. His candid style of working meant that we honestly did not notice him (aside from the posed photographs where he was a great coordinator) and he was able to capture some beautiful natural moments.

As well as being a magnificent photographer, Tom is also a lovely person who was a joy to work with. A great communicator who was able to manage a variety of personalities on the day. All of our guests commented on how friendly and approachable he was. We would highly recommend Tom to anyone looking for a photographer.
Jenni
Jenni R. Sent on 21/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely fantastic!!

We loved Tom's portfolio of photos so we met with him. We loved him as we felt like he understood exactly what we wanted from our wedding photos. On the day, he blended in with our guests and had lots of fun with everyone. He was very accommodating with group photos and add ons that we hadn’t anticipated. He had great ideas for couple photos and we loved that his photos were so natural and just of us and our family and friends enjoying themselves. We would highly recommend Tom if you are looking for an awesome wedding photographer who takes beautiful natural photos! The photos he took at our wedding are everything we wanted and more!
Emily
Emily C. Sent on 16/02/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST Photographer

We were lucky enough to have Tom Cullen as our Photographer for our wedding, and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we met at our first wedding fair, it was evident that we were dealing with a true master.

Tom has an uncanny ability to capture moments that are not just photographs but pieces of art. Every shot he took seemed to have a magical quality to it, as if he had a special lens that could capture the essence of the moment in its purest form. His attention to detail was impeccable, and he had a knack for finding the perfect angle, lighting, and composition for each shot.

I am not comfortable in front of a camera, but Tom put us at ease and made the photography element for us feel effortless and so enjoyable.

The end result exceeded our wildest dreams. The photos he captured are not just images but memories frozen in time, each one telling a story of love, joy, and laughter. We are eternally grateful to Tom for his incredible work and would highly recommend him to anyone in need of a wedding photographer.

Thank you, Tom, for giving us the gift of these beautiful memories that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Zoe
Zoe Sent on 11/09/2023
5 out of 5 rating

What an amazing photographer!

I cannot put into words how amazing Tom was on our wedding day! Tom has the loveliest presence and puts you at ease from the moment he arrives. I’m not the most confident person to have their photo taken, but nothing felt like a chore and I genuinely enjoyed every “posed” picture he got us to take! For the rest of the day, Tom blended in perfectly with the wedding guests and took so many beautiful, candid photos. He captured the true essence of the whole day and looking back at all the photos just filled us with all of the emotions from the wedding day all over again. I would recommend Tom to absolutely anyone, he was a huge part of our wedding and I’m so grateful we got to work with him!
Jade
Jade Sent on 02/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning photography on a magical day

We were so lucky to share the happiest day of our lives with Tom. My husband and I usually ones to shy away from a camera but Tom made us feel at ease through the whole day- it was like having a friend around all day and it became fun! We had previously met Tom before our big day at our venue, where he did some shots with our dog which were amazing. During the ceremony, we didn't even notice he was there so we didn't feel any added pressure. After the wedding, we couldn't wait to receive our photos and we were in awe of how incredible and beautiful they are. He captured so much beauty at the venue and captured the magical feeling we had throughout the whole day. Overall, the best photographer we could have asked for and all-round great guy. We can't thank him enough!
Hannah
Hannah T. Sent on 25/01/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Super creative photographer

If anyone is looking for a photographer, I can't recommend Tom enough! He was professional and a delight to work with from start to finish. He's insanely creative with his shots, which pushes his photography beyond "just pictures". He knows his stuff and clearly has a passion and love for his profession.

There's so much to say...
* I don't like smiling in pictures because of my teeth. Tom managed to sneak a lot of very natural shots of me smiling that I adore.
* We had a lot of personal touches in our wedding. Tom made sure we had at least 1 photo of each to help remember the details.
* I did push him a little out of his comfort zone with the perspective "step on husband" shot. But he gave it his best effort and it turned out fantastic! (Thanks, Tom! lol)
* As said before, he's very professional, but he's totally down for being silly too. A prime example is in his contract. Make sure you give it a thorough read. 😉

All in all, amazing creative photographer! Thank you so much, Tom, for taking such wonderful photos of our day!!
Ashlea
Ashlea J. Sent on 22/12/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best day ever

Tom was absolutely incredible before and on our wedding day. No question was deemed silly or left unanswered. Tom was incredibly responsive to all of queries from day one and we couldn’t have imagined anyone else to help capture our special day. He got such a good selection of pictures and even the more relaxed photos look amazing.
Jo Galloway-Hume
Jo Galloway-Hume Sent on 17/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly talented- and a lovely person to have around on your wedding day!

Tom was absolutely incredible, we had to unfortunately keep moving our wedding date due to the pandemic and he was really helpful each time. He listened to exactly what we wanted and really understood what we wanted our wedding to be about, on our wedding day it was more like having an old friend around whilst also being the ultimate professional. Tom took some incredible shots and made sure we had some unique photos just for our wedding. Can't recommend him enough, he's extremely talented but also a lovely person to have around you on your wedding day!
Nicole
Nicole H. Sent on 17/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely incredible!

Tom is fantastic photographer who will go above and beyond to ensure you get every shot you want. Our guests all noted how comfortable they felt and that it felt like we had another guest that they could chat with all day.
Tom is particularly good at managing the crowds in a positive way to remove any stress of grouping people on the day.
We cannot fault him at all and are now OBSESSED with our pictures. If you are still looking for your photographer, look no further as you have found the one!
Gemma
Gemma Sent on 23/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely outstanding 🤍🤍

Wow, wow, wow, where do we start.
From the first time I contacted Tom he was lovely, he went through everything step by step and the packages he offered.
We booked Tom and I'm so glad we did as the pictures and memories that he captured for us from our special day are truly magical. They are more than we could of ever imagined. Tom made us feel so relaxed from the minute he arrived to the moment he left, our day was an absolute blast. For anybody thinking of booking with Tom please do you will not regret it, he is worth every penny. Our pictures are truly amazing and I have them forever. We will forever be grateful to you for the wonderful memories you created on our beautiful day. Thank you so much 🤍🤍
All our love
Mr & Mrs Hughes
(Gem & Paul ) xxxxxxx
Andrew
Andrew G. Sent on 21/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Tom is simply a five-star photographer

We can’t recommend Tom enough. He took the photos during our wedding at Nettlestead place in August 2022 and they are simply the best photos we have ever been in! What an incredible eye he has for light and composition. He took posed and candid photos splendidly and captured the beautiful surroundings. He made all our guests comfortable in front of the camera and caught so many magic moments between them. Looking through the gallery Tom prepared for us there were so many pictures that captured the little moments that we missed and let us re-live the day all over again. We are so grateful to have such a wonderful set of photos that record the joy, warmth, humor and love we felt on our wedding day. Thank you, Tom!
Steve
Steve A. Sent on 21/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the best!

For two people who don’t like being in front of the camera, Tom made us feel completely at ease every step of the way. His photography is beyond incredible, and the service he offers from beginning to end is first class. We would recommend Tom to anyone looking for a wedding photographer as regardless of style and size he would be a fantastic addition to anyones special day.

Tom has an infectious energy that left us so excited after every conversation we had with him. When we decided to completely change our wedding plans (including bringing the date forward by 9 months, and getting rid of all of our guests) he couldn’t have been more accommodating and on board with the idea. Nothing was too much trouble and Tom went above and beyond to ensure our day was just how we wanted it.

Tom, we can’t thank you enough for our fantastic photos and the memories they bring with them.
Catherine
Catherine M. Sent on 12/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal Photography!

Two minutes into our initial meeting and I knew Tom was the wedding photographer for us! His warm and relaxed nature instantly made us both feel comfortable and at ease. We are absolutely blown away (almost literally due to the worst storm in 40 years on our wedding weekend) by our wedding photos.Tom did a phenomenal job at capturing how joyful and full of fun our day was. It was a pleasure to have him as part of our day and so many of the guests commented on how well he fitted in with everybody and what a lovely man he was to be around. From the initial booking stage up until the day we received our final photos Tom’s customer service and communication was faultless, he really listened to us, had excellent suggestions and fulfilled all of our requests. We really cannot recommend Tom Cullen photography highly enough!
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Tom Cullen Photography Real Weddings

Amy & Richard
23 photos · 10/08/2024
Storm & George
16 photos · 20/07/2024
Yiran & Peter
20 photos · 19/07/2024
Jordan & Conor
20 photos · 04/07/2024
Ellie & Dom
16 photos · 28/06/2024
Maisy & Sam
18 photos · 25/04/2024

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16 Mar
Open Door

Free entry to the Bradbourne House wedding showcase. Come and meet me and other local wedding suppliers at this stunning Kent wedding venue.

Date: From 16/03/2025 to 16/03/2025 Schedule 11:00 - 15:00
Place: Bradbourne House, East Malling, Kent

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10 Florence Road ME16 8EN Maidstone (Kent)

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