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Hi, I'm Ash 👋
Friendly
Relaxed
Helpful
Ash was incredible and went above and beyond to make sure our day ran as smoothly as possible
I'm a quiet person but will try and chat with everyone of your guests at some point to make everyone feel at ease . I'm one of the most kindest and friendly people you could ever meet and nothing is too much trouble . Hope to capture your day
First Light Photography Pricing & Costs
£995 - £1,495
8 hours £995 10hours £1295 12 hours £1495 All photos taken on the day are given All the best photos are edited and posted to own online gallery Sd card given with all raw / original .photos
Full day package
From
£995
Full day packages include All photos taken on the day are given then best photos edited and sent to your online gallery Sd card given Canvases and framed photos can be added This is 8hours
What's included
Sd card
All Best photos edited
Canvas or framed photos can be added
online gallery
over 600 photos
high quality images
raw files also given
beautify edited gallery
First Light Photography Details

Photography Style

Natural
Artistic
Documentary

Products and Services

Back-Up Equipment
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Personal Online Gallery
Flexible Hours on the Day
Bridal Prep Shots
Photo Printing
Pre-Wedding Consultation
First Light Photography Full Description

Capture Your Somerset Wedding with a Natural, Relaxed Style

Planning your wedding in Somerset? Based in Shepton Mallet, First Light Photography specializes in capturing your day with a natural, authentic approach. The focus is on genuine moments as they happen, so you can relax and enjoy every second while receiving stunning, high-quality images that tell your unique story.

A Friendly, Unobtrusive Photographer Who Puts You at Ease

Known for a warm and relaxed style, First Light Photography works quietly in the background to ensure your day flows smoothly. The unobtrusive approach means you’ll get beautiful candid shots—from the smallest details to the biggest celebrations—without feeling posed or pressured. Couples consistently praise how comfortable they feel, resulting in photos that truly reflect the joy and emotion of the day.

What You Can Expect from First Light Photography

  • Candid Storytelling: Your wedding story unfolds through natural, unposed images that capture real emotions and moments.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: Flexible packages cover everything from morning preparations to the first dance, tailored to fit your schedule.
  • Highly Recommended: With 100% of couples recommending First Light on hitched.co.uk, you can trust in a professional, top-rated service.
  • Local Somerset Expertise: As a local photographer, there’s a deep understanding of Somerset’s stunning venues and landscapes to make your photos truly special.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2019
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(188)
Sam and Martha
Happy couple married in May
May 2026
Would recommend
Ash was absolutely amazing on our wedding day. He was very responsive in the build up to the wedding and managed to get all the shots we wanted as well as some gorgeous golden hour shots. We are so grateful to have had him there on the day. Ontop of this Ash was able to provide us with lots of edited pictures the day after the wedding and the whole gallery within four days! Would definitely recommend.
Ash & Katie
Happy couple married in May
May 2026
Our Wedding Day 09/05/2026
We can’t thank Ash enough. Right from booking, Ash was professional and friendly. He made us feel so at ease on our special day. The photos have turned out amazing and he has enabled us to have memories for a lifetime. If you are thinking about booking Ash as your photographer - DO! You will not regret it! Thank you for everything, Ash ☺️
Adam & Emma
Happy couple married in May
May 2026
Amazing!
Ash was super friendly and put everyone at ease. It was like having a friend do our photos. He was in touch regularly and walked us through all his editing post shoot. The end result was simply AMAZING!... Would definitely recommend.
Justine and Gary
Happy couple married in May
May 2026
Our perfect day
From start to finish Ash was professional, friendly and nothing was to much trouble, he was a big part of making our day so special, thank you so much, highly recommend xx
L & J
Happy couple married in April
April 2026
Amazing day captured!
Ash was great, really responsive, organised and made the photos flow! We got some Amazing pictures that we will cherish forever. Would highly recommend!!
Amy & Joe
Happy couple married in March
April 2026
Absolutely amazing!
I can honestly Ash not only met my expectation but exceeded them! He made everyone in my bridal party feel so comfortable around the camera and captured moments that I didn’t realise would be an amazing memory! All my guest have complimented how lovely he was and we have had so many amazing comments on our photos which he sent back to us in a quick amount of time! We can’t thank Ash enough for capturing all of our special day!
Ross& Danni
Happy couple married in April
April 2026
Absolutely incredible!!!
We honestly couldn’t have asked for a more incredible photographer. From the moment we met, they made us feel completely at ease, which is so important on such a big day. Nothing ever felt forced everything was natural, relaxed, and genuinely captured. Looking through our photos, we’re blown away. Every single image tells a story and brings back all the emotions from the day. They didn’t just capture how everything looked, but how it felt the little moments, the laughter, the happy tears… everything we never want to forget. They were so professional yet so warm and friendly, blending into the day perfectly while still managing to catch every important moment. So many of our guests even commented on how lovely they were! If you’re looking for someone who will go above and beyond and give you memories you’ll treasure forever, we truly couldn’t recommend them enough. Thank you for giving us something so special to look back on for the rest of our lives 🤍
Katie and luke
Happy couple married in January
February 2026
Beautiful wedding
Absolutely amazing pictures, so glad we went with this photographer, stunning views and he captured everything perfectly
Stacey & Matt
Happy couple married in December
December 2025
Highly recommend
We couldn’t be happier with the photography on our wedding day. From start to finish, Ashley was absolutely brilliant. Not only is he incredibly talented behind the camera, but he also took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and adapted his service perfectly to suit our needs. Ashely blended in seamlessly throughout the day, capturing the big moments as well as the small, candid ones that mean so much to us now. His calm, friendly presence made everyone feel comfortable, and his flexibility meant we never had to worry about a thing. The final photos are stunning—beautifully composed, full of emotion, and a true reflection of our day. We’re so grateful for his professionalism, creativity, and genuine care. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond.
Stacey & Matt
Happy couple married in December
December 2025
Highly recommend
We couldn’t be happier with the photography on our wedding day. From start to finish, Ashley was absolutely brilliant. Not only is he incredibly talented behind the camera, but he also took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and adapted his service perfectly to suit our needs. Ashely blended in seamlessly throughout the day, capturing the big moments as well as the small, candid ones that mean so much to us now. His calm, friendly presence made everyone feel comfortable, and his flexibility meant we never had to worry about a thing. The final photos are stunning—beautifully composed, full of emotion, and a true reflection of our day. We’re so grateful for his professionalism, creativity, and genuine care. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond.
First Light Photography Location & Contact Details

Address

Shepton Mallet, Somerset, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

SHEPTON MALLET

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M5 junction 24

Nearest Train Station

Castle cary

Nearest Airport

Bristol

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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

My most memorable wedding must be at the beautiful subtropical gardens in weymouth

The day was so hot and the venue was just so beautiful there was so many spots for great photos.

They had a great laugh all day and was doing backflips on a bouncy castle .

Hog roast for the evening and some lovely golden hour photos .

The couple fit the venue so we'll and it was just an amazing day

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Natural

Colourful

Documentary

Fun

Relaxed

What about your business are you most proud of?

That iv done over 160 weddings in 3 years and am self taught photographer

What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?

If your trying to save money on your wedding don't save money on a photographer book one for the style you like there is alot of other things you can save money on but photography isn't one of these .

Iv seen lots of couples regret paying for a cheap photographer instead of booking who they really wanted

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

Letters to each guest hand written and personal to each guest

What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?

Confetti shot

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Less group photos or smaller group pics for inside

Either let's go out get soaked and get some unique pics or stay inside and get some different shots

Describe how you got into photography.

Use to wake up at 4am to take photos of sunrises .

A lady who loved my work was getting married and wanted me even tho I had never done it then she loved the photos and then another wanted me and it snowballed

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