Business Details
Award-Winning Yorkshire Wedding Photographer
Ben Cumming Photography is an award-winning wedding and portrait photography service based in Yorkshire with over a decade of professional experience. Founded by Ben Cumming Photography, a former film photographer with 25 years in visual storytelling, the business combines creative portraiture with candid documentary-style photography to capture timeless memories. Recognised by The Guild of Photographers as a Top 10 Photographer of the Year and a Flash Masters Gold Award Winner, the service is recommended by prestigious venues including Waterton Park and Goldsborough Hall. Specialising in weddings across North, West, and South Yorkshire, the business also offers family, pet, and headshot photography from its Cleckheaton studio.With a relaxed, client-focused approach, the team prioritises unobtrusive storytelling to document both grand moments and intimate details. Backed by a Qualified Professional membership with The Guild of Photographersa distinction held by only 350 UK photographersthe service guarantees technical excellence and artistic vision. Clients benefit from tailored packages, flexible location options, and a commitment to preserving life's milestones through high-quality imagery. The business maintains affiliations with industry bodies like the SWPP and Fearless Photographers, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Pet Photography
Headshot Sessions
Portrait Photography
Highlights and features
- 25 years of visual storytelling experience with a film photography background
- Awarded Top 10 Photographer of the Year by The Guild of Photographers
- Officially recommended by Yorkshire venues including Waterton Park Hotel
- Qualified Professional member of The Guild of Photographers (only 350 UK holders)
- Combines creative portraits with natural documentary-style wedding photography
Associations and certifications
- The Guild of Photographers
- Fearless Photographers
What people say
Timeless images
Unobtrusive style
Exceptional storytelling
Emotional moments captured
Award-winning service
Services
Wedding Photography
Award-winning wedding photography capturing timeless memories through a blend of creative portraits and documentary-style techniques. Specialising in Yorkshire weddings across North, West, and South regions, with experience at prestigious venues. Services include full-day coverage, multiple photographers, and curated image galleries that document both grand moments and intimate details.
Family Portraits
Professional family photography offering tailored sessions at client-chosen locations. Using natural light and relaxed posing techniques to capture authentic interactions. Available as standalone sessions or combined with wedding photography, with pricing starting at 225 for location-based shoots.
Pet Photography
Specialised pet photography sessions capturing animals in their natural environment. Available in studio or on-location, with 225 pricing for standard sessions. Focuses on showcasing pets' personalities through candid shots and posed portraits with professional lighting.
Headshot Photography
Corporate and personal headshot sessions conducted at Cleckheaton studio. Starting at 225, these sessions focus on creating polished images for professional profiles, business directories, and personal branding with multiple outfit changes and lighting setups.
Portrait Photography
Contemporary portrait services including lifestyle, candid, and fine art styles. Available for individuals, couples, and small groups, with sessions designed to reflect personal stories through creative compositions and advanced post-processing techniques.
People
Ben Cumming Photography
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 25 years of visual storytelling experience, transitioning from film to digital photography. Recognised by The Guild of Photographers and Fearless Photographers, Ben specialises in capturing authentic wedding moments and portraits across Yorkshire.
Questions
What areas do you cover for wedding photography?
I cover weddings across all Yorkshire regions including North, West, and South Yorkshire, with specific experience at venues like Waterton Park and Goldsborough Hall.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
I've photographed over 500 weddings during my decade-long career, combining creative portraits with natural documentary-style photography.
What photography styles do you offer?
I offer both creative portraiture and documentary-style photography, adapting to client preferences for either posed shots or candid moments.
Are you officially recommended by Yorkshire venues?
Yes, I'm officially recommended by leading Yorkshire venues including Waterton Park Hotel, Goldsborough Hall, and Oulton Hall.
What other photography services do you provide?
In addition to weddings, I offer family portraits, pet photography, headshot sessions, and fine art portraits from my Cleckheaton studio.
