Business Details
34 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photography in Sunderland
Brenden Ward Photography has been capturing life's most important moments for over 30 years, specialising in wedding and event photography. Our award-winning team combines technical expertise with a personal touch, ensuring every client receives tailored service that exceeds expectations. We pride ourselves on making professional photography accessible through competitively priced packages without compromising quality. Our approach begins with detailed consultations to understand client needs, followed by unobtrusive coverage of events to capture authentic moments.Post-event, we provide comprehensive aftercare including high-quality albums and digital archives. Recognised by multiple industry awards including the English Wedding Awards and Lux Life Designer Awards, our work speaks for itself through thousands of satisfied clients across the North East. We maintain strong local connections and offer flexible services for weddings, family portraits, proms, and corporate events, ensuring every client receives the attention they deserve.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Event Coverage
Prom Photography
Pet Portraits
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in professional photography
- We offer award-winning wedding photography services
- We provide tailored packages to meet individual requirements
- We guarantee high-quality albums and digital archives
- We offer discounts for NHS, emergency services, and armed forces
Associations and certifications
- English Wedding Awards
- Lux Life Designer Awards
- M&A Today Global Awards
What people say
Fantastic service
Highly recommended
Professional and friendly
Amazing photos
Excellent value
Services
Wedding Photography
Professional wedding photography capturing every moment from preparations to reception. Our packages include up to 5 hours of coverage, digital images, and premium albums. We work discreetly to document authentic interactions while ensuring key formal shots are captured. Clients receive high-resolution images on USB/DVD with printing rights included.
Family Portraits
Studio and location portrait sessions for families, babies, and children. We create timeless images in natural settings or our studio environment. Sessions include professional styling advice, multiple outfit changes, and up to 30 edited digital images with print options available.
Event Photography
Comprehensive coverage for christenings, birthdays, sports events, and corporate functions. Our team documents key moments while maintaining professional discretion. Deliverables include edited digital galleries and custom branding options for corporate clients.
Prom Photography
Specialist prom photography services capturing pre-event preparations, venue shots, and group portraits. We offer flexible booking options for individual sessions or full event coverage with rapid turnaround for same-day prints.
Pet Portraits
Creative pet photography sessions in studio or outdoor locations. We specialise in capturing animals' unique personalities through patient, reward-based techniques. Packages include multiple poses and digital/image packages suitable for framing or sharing online.
People
Brenden Ward
Owner & Lead Photographer
With over 30 years' experience, Brenden established his photography business in 1992. Recognised by multiple industry awards, he personally photographs most weddings while managing the studio's operations and mentoring junior photographers.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialise in wedding photography, family portraits, proms, pet photography, and event coverage across the North East.
Do you offer custom wedding packages?
Yes, we provide tailored packages from £395 including digital archives, albums, and prints with optional extras.
Are there discounts available?
We offer 10% discounts for NHS staff, emergency services, police, and armed forces personnel.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 12-18 months ahead for weddings, though we can accommodate shorter notice bookings where possible.
Do you travel for events?
We cover weddings and events across the North East and can travel further with prior arrangement.
