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James McGrillis Photography | Cornwall Wedding Photographer
James McGrillis is a documentary wedding photographer capturing natural, creative and beautifully considered photographs across Cornwall, Devon and beyond.
With over 14 years of experience photographing weddings in the UK and internationally, James brings a relaxed, thoughtful approach to every celebration. His photography is about more than simply recording what happens. It's about noticing the little moments, finding beautiful light and creating photographs that bring you right back to how your wedding felt.
Natural Moments, Creative Photography
James loves the unpredictability of weddings. The anticipation before the ceremony, the emotion during the speeches, the unexpected moments between guests and the celebrations that follow.
His style combines natural documentary photography with a creative eye for composition, colour and light. While much of his work happens quietly in the background, he also enjoys creating beautiful, relaxed portraits that feel natural rather than overly posed.
James is friendly and easygoing, and knows when to get involved and when to step back. His aim is always to help couples feel comfortable while giving them the freedom to enjoy their wedding.
What to Expect
- A Personal Approach: James takes time to understand your plans and what matters most to you, offering advice and guidance whenever it's helpful.
- Natural, Unposed Moments: Genuine emotions, spontaneous interactions and all the little details that make your wedding unique.
- Creative Portraits: Beautiful light, interesting surroundings and a little gentle direction to create photographs you'll love without spending hours away from your guests.
- An Unobtrusive Presence: James works naturally around the celebrations, capturing moments as they unfold without unnecessarily interrupting the day.
- Beautifully Finished Photographs: A carefully selected and professionally edited collection of high-resolution images, delivered through a private online gallery.
Whether you're planning a big countryside celebration, a coastal wedding or something small and intimate, James would love to hear about your plans.
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Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
Shooting a wedding in Noosa, Australia was one that really stood out.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Creative, clean and vibrant.
What about your business are you most proud of?
I'm proud of being a self taught photographer and turning my true passion into a thriving business.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Plan well beforehand which will ensure all runs smoothy on the day.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Some really creative cake toppers.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
From start to finish, always open to questions, ideas and I'm flexible.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
Couples laughing together (caught in a candid fashion, not staged).
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
A dark cold winters day and turning a pitch black night into a beautifully lit emotive photograph (see my portfolio).
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Make the most of the rain, get out the umbrellas and lets get creative with your photos. Rain should never dampen your day and its down to your photographer to make it look fun. Fact.
Describe how you got into photography.
From an early age I loved taking photos, this turned into my passion which I now proudly have as my business.