I WANT TO CAPTURE THE REAL YOU, YOUR FUN, YOUR EMOTIONS, AND THE CELEBRATION OF THE LOVE YOU SHARE.
It's all about you two celebrating your love for each other and throwing the most fantastic party ever with your family and friends!
Over the last 12 years, couples have chosen me to capture their unique wedding celebrations all across the wilds of Yorkshire, the highlands of Scotland, the golden beaches of Cornwall, and exotic and beautiful destinations across the globe including Thailand, Italy, and Croatia.
It's all about you two celebrating your love for each other and throwing the most fantastic party ever with your family and friends!
Over the last 12 years, couples have chosen me to capture their unique wedding celebrations all across the wilds of Yorkshire, the highlands of Scotland, the golden beaches of Cornwall, and exotic and beautiful destinations across the globe including Thailand, Italy, and Croatia.
Served areas
- Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, Leeds, Manchester, Cumbria, London, Scotland
Business details
- Year established: 2011
- Employees: 1
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- Italian Wedding Albums
- Pre-wedding Engagement Shoots
- Destination Weddings
Payment methods
- Cash
- Bank transfers
Services
People
James
I have photographed weddings and portraits professionally for 12 years with photography being my absolute passion and a dream occupation.
I love to travel & have been to some truly amazing places across the world not only capturing weddings but general globe trotting with my wife & best friend Lisa. I run a lot and used to go everywhere with my adorable sheepdog, but she is getting on a little now so she is happy to sit in the garden and await my return... tail always wagging.
I love to travel & have been to some truly amazing places across the world not only capturing weddings but general globe trotting with my wife & best friend Lisa. I run a lot and used to go everywhere with my adorable sheepdog, but she is getting on a little now so she is happy to sit in the garden and await my return... tail always wagging.
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Reviews (33)
Kirsty Smith
Jun 07, 2022
AMAZING We are so happy with our photos. From the first day we got intouch with Sugarbird they have been so professional and helpful. Never left me hanging around if I had a daft question in the run up to the wedding and James made sure the weather was just right for our pre Wedding shoot and the pics are 100 % worth waiting. If he tells you to go to the moon at 8pm because the lighting is amazing for your photos - you do it as he knows what he is talking about Just trust what he says and you won't be disappointed.
It was like having an extra guest at our wedding and we never felt awkward. James is so creative and takes pictures that would never have entered my head. Thanks for capturing our wedding and keeping the memories alive Love Mr And Mrs Cash
It was like having an extra guest at our wedding and we never felt awkward. James is so creative and takes pictures that would never have entered my head. Thanks for capturing our wedding and keeping the memories alive Love Mr And Mrs Cash
Christopher Burden
Oct 26, 2021
Amy Hallinan
Aug 15, 2021
We recently got married and we had James as our photographer! He was amazing. he felt more like a guest than someone working at the wedding. He listened to what we wanted and worked with our ideas. He worked so hard all day! We have already seen a sneak peak of some of our photos but I can't wait and to see the rest. I know they will be amazing. Thanks again Amy and Ben.
Emily Flo
Jan 27, 2021
Lucy Wood
Nov 27, 2020
We wanted some family photos that were a bit different and not just your run of the mill family portraits, James knew perfectly what we wanted. We had the most incredible Autumn photoshoot outdoors, James was amazing with our daughters, they were totally at ease and didn't stop smiling and laughing the whole way through which led to some amazing photographs. I would not hesitate to recommend James (and already have to all my friends!) He is such a natural - thanks again Sugarbird Photography.
Rebecca Horsnail
Apr 29, 2019
Sugarbird Photography have been amazing from start to finish. As soon as we met James we knew we wanted him to do the photos for our wedding. He put us at ease straight away and the quality of his photos speak for themselves. I can't recommend using Sugarbird enough. We've got beautiful photos that capture every part of our wedding day. Thanks Sugarbird!
Ben Blagden
Oct 08, 2018
Honestly can't recommend James enough! He was fantastic throughout our wedding day, a lot of the guests were asking us who he was as they were so impressed with his relaxed yet professional attitude. His photography skills are second to none as can be clearly seen from all the shots on his page. Thank you for being an integral part of our day. If I could give more than 5 stars I would.
Kt Withers
Sep 16, 2018
We don't even know where to start! So many people have asked us who our photographer was. James was so lovely and got on with our guests so well, including our dog Bobby! We can't believe how many photos we have had back from the prewedding shoot and big day, and every single one of them is stunning. We could not recommend Sugarbird enough!
Katie Hemingway
Sep 16, 2018
If your in a wedding photographer pickle, and you need help - you've definitely come to the right place! We'd like to express a huge, heart felt thank you to James for his flair and creativity, for making us laugh, cry (also with laughter) and for braving some severe weather conditions to capture our special day in his own unique and beautiful style.
Our stunning images speak for themselves - but what you don't see is the care and attention to detail in all our emails and meetings (including all the tech speak about equipment and image editing for my other half!) Plus the incredible website to view and purchase your images. This really is the best investment we made in the whole process. Don't hesitate - just say yes!
Our stunning images speak for themselves - but what you don't see is the care and attention to detail in all our emails and meetings (including all the tech speak about equipment and image editing for my other half!) Plus the incredible website to view and purchase your images. This really is the best investment we made in the whole process. Don't hesitate - just say yes!
Ruth Stancliffe
Jul 25, 2018
Cannot recommend highly enough! The photos from our wedding day are absolutely stunning, better than we could have hoped for. James captured some really special moments and just blended in so well with the day. Posing for the camera doesn't come naturally for us but he really put us at ease and got some beautiful, natural shots. Thank you so much!
Sam Peterson
Jul 25, 2018
Nicole Zoe Bennett
Jul 25, 2018
Can not express how amazing James was on our wedding day yesterday, he is so easy going and makes you feel at ease which is what you need on your wedding day, both me and Symeon would definitely recommend him to people who are looking for a wedding photographer he's amazing, we both can not wait to see our pictures from our big day thanks so much James love Nicole and Symeon X
Jason Dazley
Jul 25, 2018
Emily Dazley
Jul 25, 2018
Jo Grace
Jul 25, 2018
I can't begin to say how wonderful James is at his job. Anyone can take photgraphs, but it takes a real artist to be a photographer, and James is. Everybody at our wedding commented how lovely, polite and patient James was. He took all the things we hoped for into consideration and produced so many fabulous images. We always recommend Sugarbird, and will definitely use this company again. Thank you so much!
Samantha Marie
Jul 25, 2018
Abbi Leanne Greensmith
Jul 25, 2018
Lydia Rowley
Jul 25, 2018
Stacey Lander
Jul 25, 2018
Cannot recommend James enough, he was highly recommended by a friend and I'm so glad we chose him. He made two of the most awkward people to be photographed (me and hubby! ) feel so comfortable on our special day and took some truly amazing shots. Can't wait for everyone who was there to see them! Thanks again James for everything, amazing work! X
Damo Kelly
Jul 25, 2018
Highly recommend to anyone not only a great photographer with some great ideas but James was a real diamond Really nice guy. Not only taking the perfect photos asked for but giving great advice and incentive to capture the perfect moment it was a real pleasure to have you at our wedding. Massive thank you Mr & Mrs Kelly.
Tanya Emma Margaret Pryor
Jul 25, 2018
What can I say? James is amazing! He has given us an amazing gift in our wedding photos, every time we look at them we are transported back to that day and we feel like we are reliving the day : cannot come more highly recommended. If you are looking for a fun, creative and outstanding photographer look no further. You will not be sorry you chose Sugarbird Photography. Thanks again James, Tanya and Alex
Heather Richards
Jul 25, 2018
I cannot express how amazing James is! From our first conversation till the moment we said our goodbyes at the end of the wedding day he has gone above and beyond and has helped to make our day so special! He has amazing talent and is such a positive happy person! On the day it felt like we had a hired a friend not just a photographer. Such an amazing guy and his work is simply stunning! Cannot recommend him enough xXx
Charlotte Metcalf
Jul 25, 2018
Michelle Hgiah
Jul 25, 2018
We cannot thank James enough for the fantastic job he did on our wedding day. A very snappy dresser too! All the guests said how brilliant he was and the photos are absolutely stunning. James is so talented and we feel lucky to have shared our special day with him! He totally makes you feel at ease to the point where some of our guests asked if James was actually a close friend of ours doing the photos! Can't wait for the album. Thank you James! Michelle and Huw
Lee Edgley
Jul 25, 2018
From the first moment we met James we knew we'd made the right decision. What can I say about Sugarbird photography that's already been said. Very very friendly, punctual, helpful. On the actual wedding day your help was amazing. When you said you'd hardly know I'm there you was right! Thanks for all your help and making our day special. I highly recommend you to anyone who needs a photographer and I know Me and Isabel will defiantly use you again
Phillipa Holland
Jul 25, 2018
James is everything you would want in a photographer. He's professional, talented and a great guy! He listened to everything we wanted and made us feel so comfortable on the day - it was like a friend taking our photos! He managed to capture every moment, some that I had even forgotten about, and everyone has since commented on how they thought he was such a down to earth, genuine and professional photographer. I would not hesitate in recommending James and will no doubt use him again in the future. Thank you James!
Heather Pentz
May 29, 2018
James is an absolutely fantastic wedding photographer. He was friendly and funny on the day, and we really love the photos. He worked the crowd really well for the group shots and blended right in. We had a pre-wedding shoot which was helpful to get to know him and to feel relaxed on the day. James was organised, helpful and professional. We couldn't recommend him more - quality photographer and all round nice guy.
Kerry Appleyard
May 29, 2018
Sarah Baldry
May 29, 2018
Tanya Pryor
Feb 04, 2018
James photographed our wedding in May 2013. He is a highly creative and talanted photographer and gave us beautiful pictures to remember our special day by. He is very affordable and was definitely value for money! He is a fun guy with an amazing sense of humour, our families loved him and my sister booked with him for her wedding as well. You will not be disappointed if you book your wedding or family portraits with him! Thanks again James we will be booking with you again soon!
Alex Plowright
Jan 11, 2018
I first used Sugarbird Photography for an equine/canine shoot. It was a brilliant experience and the images are simply stunning. We booked again for a family photo shoot which took place on a freezing cold day at a local beauty spot and included 4 children under the age of 10. James was incredible with the kids and kept them greatly entertained in tricky conditions while capturing beautiful images of them all. James has great energy and enthusiasm which he pours into each photo shoot resulting in truly incredible pictures. I cannot rate Sugarbird Photography highly enough!
Joanne Senior
Aug 06, 2017
Andrew Truscott
Feb 13, 2015