Hi my name is Joe Watkins and I'm a self-confessed photography addict.I specialize in weddings and portraiture, I love my job and the best thing about it is I get to meet new people and capture some of the happiest moments in their lives for them.
Some things about me; I have a beautiful wife named Kate who I married one fine day in June 2015 and a cuddly dog called Callie.
I like keeping fit (most of the time), I enjoy a good BBQ and good coffee.
The word congregate bothers me as do the taste of mushrooms.
Gadgets and outdoorsy activities excite me, and continuing to see what beauty this world has to offer will always be on my bucket list.
What makes my days so worthwhile is to meet the excited newly engaged couple and talk to them about their big day, to photograph the newborn baby that proud loving parents have brought into this world.
To capture that tear shed by a father of a beautiful bride and to see that happy go lucky grin on a child's face during a family photo shoot.
I think my philosophy is pretty simple; a memorable moment happens so quickly-but your photographs will last forever; this is what I want to produce for you.
I love the idea that the photographs I create for my clients will be proudly displayed in their homes and treasured for years to come, even passed down through generations.
I like to think I don't just produce photographs for my clients, I capture memories.
Served areas
- West Midlands
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Reviews (12)
Emma and Chris Blunston
Aug 16, 2019
Where do I start with Joe he's a fantastic, creative and professional photographer and did an amazing job taking our photos of our wedding day capturing the most natural shots of our day which is what we wanted. We are just so happy with all our photos and just love looking back on our memories of our big day especially involving our little Django.
Thank you so much again Joe for taking those special moments of our day we are so grateful and so pleased we chose you to take our pictures we can't recommend you enough to people.
Thank you so much again Joe for taking those special moments of our day we are so grateful and so pleased we chose you to take our pictures we can't recommend you enough to people.
Alisha Jackson
Sep 03, 2018
Nerissa Morrall
Aug 01, 2017
Abi Stait
Jun 14, 2017
We had the pleasure of having Joe as our wedding photographer in April. He came to visit us a couple of times beforehand to ensure he understood our preferences, and put a lot of effort into making sure everything was perfect for us on the day. He is a friendly, professional guy who helped us feel relaxed throughout the day while managing to capture all our requested shots and more. We have had the photos back now and are extremely happy with them. We would definitely recommend Joe for anyone looking for an excellent wedding photographer.
Louise Burhm
Jul 27, 2015
Kelly Searle
Jun 16, 2015
Liz Hartley
We found Joe at a wedding fayre as we were looking for a photographer because ours had cancelled on us. Joe came round to the house went through everything and kept us fully informed up until our wedding day. He was so professional and managed to organise everyone and took amazing photos which tell the story of our day beautifully. We now have many treasured memories of our family and friends forever. Our only dilemma was choosing which ones to frame because there were so many amazing photos to pick from. Thanks Joe for being such an important part of our day.
Jade Mumford
Joe Watkins photography... Well what can I say! Great professional service provided on our wedding day. Happy to work with our requirements and put his twist on the style of picture. Worked well with our son who struggles with eye contact but what a great selection of photos taken as Joe made him laugh and enjoy the photos.
Judith Kelly
Joe kindly did our Wedding photography December last year and to say we were thrilled is an understatement. He made us feel completely relaxed on the day and captured images I never thought were possible, intimate moments of laughter, smiles and tears that are there and gone in a second yet because of Joe will remain with us for a lifetime. The one thing felt by all who attended was that we really wouldn't have known Joe was there, there was no intrusion during the day and even when ourselves and guests were asked to gather it was done so calmly and respectfully.
We will forever be grateful to Joe for making our wedding day and the memories we now look back on one of the most wonderful days of our life.....so far. Thanks really don't seem enough.
We will forever be grateful to Joe for making our wedding day and the memories we now look back on one of the most wonderful days of our life.....so far. Thanks really don't seem enough.
Hope Pearson
I found Joe by looking online at photographers in the West Midlands. After stumbling onto his page and looking at his photographs I knew I had to put him on my shortlist.
Joe came to meet us at our house and I immediately got on with him and knew he would be a good person to have take the photographs for our wedding. On the wedding day joe was on time and made sure to get all of the photos I requested and some I would never have thought of.
I'm so happy with all of my wedding photographs and could not recommend a better photographer. He even managed to get it to look like it wasn't raining and miserable on our outside photographs. Thank you Joe
Joe came to meet us at our house and I immediately got on with him and knew he would be a good person to have take the photographs for our wedding. On the wedding day joe was on time and made sure to get all of the photos I requested and some I would never have thought of.
I'm so happy with all of my wedding photographs and could not recommend a better photographer. He even managed to get it to look like it wasn't raining and miserable on our outside photographs. Thank you Joe
Sarah Louise Lee
We met Joe at an exhibition and after having a chat about what we wanted - we realised he was the perfect choice. It was a decision we didn't regret. Joe met with us in person before the wedding day to understand our requirements. He also visited the venue beforehand to identify the best locations on the day. Importantly for us, Joe lets you drive what you want but also steps in to ensure his knowledge and experience create superb pictures you can cherish forever.
We got married at Berkeley Castle and his work rate on the day was relentless. He took over 1,000 pictures and managed to calmly and professionally get people together when pictures were being taken (not an easy job with 100+ people around). The pictures were all of a very high quality and were received within a beautiful leather album . All other pictures were provided to us on a USB.
We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and our family have all agreed that the wedding album is the best they've seen. What's more, Joe was affordable. I am very confident when I say that you are very unlikely to book a photographer that provides such high quality pictures at such a competitive price. Thanks Joe for all of your hard and professional work and best of luck for the future.
We got married at Berkeley Castle and his work rate on the day was relentless. He took over 1,000 pictures and managed to calmly and professionally get people together when pictures were being taken (not an easy job with 100+ people around). The pictures were all of a very high quality and were received within a beautiful leather album . All other pictures were provided to us on a USB.
We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and our family have all agreed that the wedding album is the best they've seen. What's more, Joe was affordable. I am very confident when I say that you are very unlikely to book a photographer that provides such high quality pictures at such a competitive price. Thanks Joe for all of your hard and professional work and best of luck for the future.
Siân Starkey
Joe was professional, friendly and approachable throughout. We met several times before our big day and on the morning of to discuss our thoughts and the plan of the day. He tailored his style to fit in with our ideas and preferences. We received a lot of compliments from our guests as well who were all impressed. Finally great photos which captured our amazing day. Couldn't have asked for more. Thank you Joe!