Where Documentary Meets Fine Art
HEREFORD BASED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN LOVE WITH THE OUTDOORS
11+ years experience
Hi, I'm Cat
I am a Hereford wedding photographer, specialising in a mix of DOCUMENTARY and FINE ART Wedding Photography for couples getting married in and around Hereford.
My approach is calm and unobtrusive, focused on real moments and emotion. I am a firm believer that you have YOUR DAY, YOUR WAY and I will work to fit in photography in a way to support that.
My superpower is to help you design a realistic timeline for your day to achieve both gorgeous photos of the two of you together & have plenty of time to enjoy your day with family and friends.
I absolutely adore photographing locally and a lot of my couples share my love for Herefordshire and its picturesque landscapes. Living here has shaped how I work. Weddings in and around Hereford tend to have their own rhythm, often relaxed and unhurried, grounded in meaningful places and familiar surroundings. And I value that a lot.
Beautiful Storytelling Photography
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Documentary Wedding Photography
For most of the day, I work quietly in the background, capturing moments and the emotion as they happen. My approach is to fit photography into your day, and not the other way around. You go spend meaningful moments with your guests, have the time of your life on the dancefloor, and leave the rest to me.
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Natural Couple Portraits
When it is time for the couple portraits, my aim is to get natural yet beautiful photos of the two of you together. I love to include nature in your photos as much as possible. Always looking for great light, and gently guiding you, for authentic yet flattering photos together, with a fine art touch.
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Family & Loved Ones
For me, taking group photographs of you with your family and close friends is just as as valuable as being unobtrusive the rest of the day. I pride myself with taking beautiful yet relaxed group shots. I look for good light and a great natural background for these, always.
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TESTIMONIALS
Paul & Asleen
"We were so happy we booked Cat as our wedding day photographer! From the very first call, Cat was incredibly professional, and really took the time to understand our needs and what was important to us as a couple in terms of photography on our wedding day.
She was super organised and has such a lovely calm energy that made the planning process very easy."
Will & Alice
"We had the best experience with Cat as our wedding photographer from the very first enquiry. Throughout the wedding planning process she made everything really clear and stress-free for us. She talked us through the timeline of the day and where photos would fit in with everything else which was really helpful.
On the day, she was so chill which helped us both relax as neither of us had had professional photos done before. She captured the most beautiful moments and it felt so natural."
Will & Lucy
"We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photographer and would wholeheartedly recommend her.
On the day, she was calm, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease, which made such a difference. Neither of us are particularly comfortable in front of the camera, but she guided us naturally and blended in seamlessly throughout the day.
The photos are absolutely stunning and capture the emotions, atmosphere, and little moments perfectly. Every time we look through them we’re transported straight back to the day."
Simon & Lauren
"Cat was fantastic from start to finish. She was patient, easy to communicate with and worked really well with us and the venue to keep things running smoothly. On the day she blended into the background but still managed to capture loads of great shots of us and our guests.
We’re really pleased with the photos and would happily recommend her."
Nick & Ashleigh
"We’re so grateful to Cat Beardsley for capturing our day so beautifully. From start to finish, she was friendly, professional, and well organised – which ensured we captured key moments.
The photos are great and reflect the joy of the day.
Thank you, Cat, for being part of it all!"
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11+ years Experience as a Hereford Wedding Photographer
Hereford has a way of lending itself naturally to weddings. Whether it’s a ceremony in the city, time spent by the river, or a celebration that moves out into the surrounding countryside, days here often feel unhurried and personal, shaped as much by place as by people.
Working locally means I’m familiar with how weddings in and around Hereford tend to unfold. I’m used to the changing light through the seasons, the pace of the day, and the small practical considerations that come with different venues. This allows me to work in a way that feels natural and unobtrusive, without interrupting the flow of what’s happening.
I photograph weddings across Hereford and the wider Herefordshire area, and I also travel into Shropshire and Powys for couples who are drawn to quieter, rural settings and a slower rhythm to the day.
Wedding Photography That Lasts
I believe photographs matter because they last. They hold memories, relationships and details that grow in importance over time.
Your wedding photographs will show not just how the day looked, but how it felt. Who was there. How people connected. The small moments you may not have noticed at the time. Your album becomes a personal record of your story, something to return to and share for years to come.
