# About Me > IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU, BUT HERE'S A LITTLE about me What makes me tick? The man behind the camera I’ve been a photographer for over 30 years! I graduated from university with a HND in photographic design and a first… > URL: https://andywadephotography.com/about/ > Last modified: 2025-11-26T18:35:35+00:00 IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU, BUT HERE’S A LITTLE *about me* --- # What makes me tick? #### The man behind the camera I’ve been a photographer for over 30 years! I graduated from university with a HND in photographic design and a first class honours degree in photography. That’s as far as the boring qualification stuff goes though. There’s so much more to me than that… #### HI THERE, I’M ANDY! ## I tell *unforgettable* wedding stories. I couldn’t be more excited to join your on your wedding adventure, document your day and capture all of the little moments that make it truly yours. [LETS TALK ABOUT YOU-](https://andywadephotography.com/contact/) ## I’m a family man, through and through #### AND I’M ALWAYS DOWN FOR A TREK UP A BIG HILL Originally from South East London, I am now an honorary northerner after living in this neck of the woods for over 20 years. I live in Todmorden with my wife, two children and two dogs. I love being out with my family walking the dogs, especially in the wilds of The Dales & The Lake District. I’m also a bit of a foodie and love a good crackly fire in the local establishment in the winter! ## My approach #### YOUR wedding day as it unfolds On the day, like in life, I’m pretty chilled and relaxed. I want have a great time like you and enjoy being with people whilst having a laugh. When I get into my work, I don’t stop. I document the day as it happens – your story, my authentic [wedding photography](https://andywadephotography.com/portfolio/). I want to tell the story of your wedding day and capture what makes your day uniquely yours. Real emotions exactly as they happen, without having to pose. For me, wedding photography is about the genuine moments; the laughter, the tears, all of the love, and simply letting you enjoy your best day ever. I’ll photograph your day in a way that will feel completely natural and together. If posey pictures aren’t for you, we don’t pose. Your portraits will be special, happen naturally and will take just the right amount of time, leaving you to enjoy every moment. [TELLING YOUR STORY](https://andywadephotography.com/your-story/) - - - - - ## A little bit famous in my corner… There’s a lot of opportunities in my industry to become internationally recognised, and I’m proud to say that I’ve achieved many awards and accolades over the years. I measure and challenge myself against the best in the world, feeding my passion to be an outstanding wedding photographer. My latest and greatest are; - **Regional Winner: Best in the North West** The Wedding Industry Awards 2026 - **Top 2 UK & Ireland** Masters of Wedding Photography 2023 - **Top 50 World** Fearless Photographers 2023 - **Top 10 World** Photographers Keeping it Real 2023 - **Top 10 UK & Top 30 World** This is Reportage, 2022 - **Top 2 North West England ** The Wedding Industry Awards, 2024 - - - - - - - - - - - ## My work speaks volumes #### SEE MY RECENT WEDDING ADVENTURES - [](https://andywadephotography.com/hayley-jack-river-barn-wedding/) [Burnley](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/burnley/) | [Lancashire](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/) | [Wedding Stories](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-stories/) ## [Hayley & Jack // The River Barn Wedding](https://andywadephotography.com/hayley-jack-river-barn-wedding/) ByAndy Wade 11 April 20263 July 2026 Simple formula.Me: How we going to do this? What do YOU want?H&J: We have a great time, you shoot it?Me: Perfect. Portraits?H&J: Yes, a few.Me: 15 mins will be just… [Read More Hayley & Jack // The River Barn WeddingContinue](https://andywadephotography.com/hayley-jack-river-barn-wedding/) - [](https://andywadephotography.com/harriet-fred-bashall-barn/) [Burnley](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/burnley/) | [Lancashire](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/) | [Wedding Stories](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-stories/) ## [Harriet & Fred // Bashall Barn Wedding](https://andywadephotography.com/harriet-fred-bashall-barn/) ByAndy Wade 29 March 20261 June 2026 It may have been one of the windiest days of the year, but it was also one of the best so far! Wind and rain never matter as much as… [Read More Harriet & Fred // Bashall Barn WeddingContinue](https://andywadephotography.com/harriet-fred-bashall-barn/) - [](https://andywadephotography.com/sarah-ash-clifton-arms-wedding/) [Burnley](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/burnley/) | [Lancashire](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-locations/lancashire/) | [Wedding Stories](https://andywadephotography.com/category/wedding-stories/) ## [Sarah & Ash // Clifton Arms Wedding](https://andywadephotography.com/sarah-ash-clifton-arms-wedding/) ByAndy Wade 13 March 20264 May 2026 “Just one shot I’m after”, said Sarah. “The windmill!”. We got that shot and the wind – and there was plenty – did its job with the veil. We had… [Read More Sarah & Ash // Clifton Arms WeddingContinue](https://andywadephotography.com/sarah-ash-clifton-arms-wedding/) ## What my couples say #### LOVELY WORDS FROM LOVELY PEOPLE *Andy was brilliant from start to finish. He made us feel at ease from the first meeting and left us with the confidence that we could just let him work his magic on the day. He was brilliant with the guests and nobody felt like they were ‘staging’ a photo or being shepherded around. We were sad when he left! Thank you Andy. We will happily recommend you to anyone.* **Sarah & Ben** Falcon Manor, 2023 ## Follow the journey [Such good fun with this lot, what a day! Caprice](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbEAMc_lYXH/) [2 years ago to the day! Tilly & Sam at Dorfold H](https://www.instagram.com/p/Da-2m_3lvo-/) [Want to see how a wedding looks through my eyes? 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