Business Details
Your Trusted Dorset Wedding Photographer
Smiling Tiger Studios was founded on the principle of capturing authentic moments through documentary-style wedding photography and videography. Our approach prioritizes emotional storytelling, allowing the natural flow of events to guide our creative process. With a combined 25+ years of experience in photojournalism and wedding photography, we specialise in unobtrusive coverage that preserves the genuine emotions and connections of each celebration.Our team holds dual expertise in stills photography and cinematography, ensuring cohesive visual narratives across both mediums. As members of the Wedding Photojournalist Association, we maintain rigorous professional standards while delivering 100% coverage from preparation to the final dance. Every image undergoes meticulous colour correction and retouching, with albums quality-checked before delivery to ensure lasting quality.
Services
Wedding Photography
Wedding Films
Asian Weddings
LGBTQ+ Weddings
Family Photography
Engagement Shoots
Highlights and features
- We offer 100% unobtrusive coverage from preparation to reception
- Our dual expertise combines photojournalism with cinematic videography
- All albums undergo rigorous quality control before delivery
- We hold professional indemnity insurance up to 10m
- Documentary approach captures 100% authentic, unposed moments
Associations and certifications
- Wedding Photojournalist Association
What people say
Subtle, Emotive & Raw
Timeless and unposed
Captured every moment
Best investment we made
100% track record
Services
Wedding Photography
Our documentary-style wedding photography captures every significant moment without interruption. Using photojournalistic techniques, we preserve emotional interactions, spontaneous laughter, and meaningful glances that define your celebration. The service includes comprehensive coverage from morning preparations through evening reception, with professional editing and full-resolution delivery. Clients receive both printed albums and digital collections for personal use.
Wedding Films
Cinematic wedding films document your day's atmosphere and emotions through expert cinematography. Our approach combines high-quality video capture with directional microphones to ensure both visual and audio authenticity. Each film receives professional colour grading and sound design to create timeless keepsakes. Packages include highlight reels and full-length recordings, available in multiple formats for digital and physical playback.
Family Photography
Documentary-style family photography sessions capture genuine interactions and connections. Available as 'Day in the Life' experiences or outdoor location shoots, the service adapts to family dynamics across all ages. Sessions include guidance for natural compositions, post-shoot advice on display options, and full-resolution image delivery. Particularly popular for multigenerational documentation and milestone celebrations.
People
Linus Moran
Creative Director
Award-winning Creative Director with 15+ years international photojournalism experience. Specialises in documentary wedding storytelling, bringing photojournalistic integrity to wedding photography while holding 10m professional indemnity coverage.
William Bazlinton
Photographer
Professional wedding photographer with BA in Photography and 8 years collaborative experience. Specialises in intuitive storytelling, combining artistic vision with technical expertise to capture authentic wedding moments without disruption.
Questions
Where are you based and which areas do you cover?
Based in Dorset, we photograph weddings across Somerset, Hampshire, the UK and internationally, adapting our storytelling approach to diverse cultural celebrations.
How do we secure our wedding date?
Secure your date with a £500 booking fee and completed online contract, granting full access to our wedding photography and videography services.
What professional memberships do you hold?
We are proud members of the Wedding Photojournalist Association, joining award-winning international photographers in candid wedding documentation.
How long before we receive our wedding photos?
Preview selections arrive within 2-3 days, with full wedding photography sets delivered within 2 weeks (up to 4 weeks during peak season).
Can we print our wedding photographs ourselves?
Absolutely - you'll receive full-resolution images with personal printing rights for both photographs and cinematic wedding films.
