Claridge’s Wedding Photographer - Luxury Editorial in Mayfair
Elegant, unobtrusive coverage in Claridge’s most iconic spaces: calm portraits in luminous salons, natural moments throughout the day, and refined evening images that honour the hotel’s Art Deco character and still feel unmistakably you
I photograph Claridge’s weddings throughout the year – from intimate Drawing Room ceremonies to full Ballroom celebrations – with a calm, editorial approach that keeps the hotel’s character and your experience front and centre.
“Kseniia did a brilliant job at my wedding at Claridge’s. Attentive, thoughtful, helpful and a pleasure to work with.
The photos look AMAZING!”
Why Claridge’s
Claridge’s is London’s Art Deco jewel: a heritage hotel where society weddings, state banquets and intimate family celebrations have unfolded for generations. Its canopy, mirrored corridors and luminous salons all have distinct moods — and every one of them photographs differently.
My approach here is quiet, editorial and calm. I prepare carefully with you and your planner, so that on the day we can move through the hotel with ease: creating elegant portraits in a few well-chosen locations, documenting the emotion of the ceremony and speeches, and lighting the evening in a way that feels refined rather than intrusive. Above all, I want you to feel held by the process, free to enjoy Claridge’s as your guests experience it — with the reassurance that the photography is quietly under control.
Claridge’s is particularly well suited to my calm, editorial approach, with its layered spaces, considered interiors and seamless flow from daytime to evening
Spaces Guide
Ballroom
The Ballroom, accessed via the private Brook Street entrance, is Claridge’s most dramatic space. Its sculpted ceiling, soft concealed lighting and generous proportions create an atmosphere that is simultaneously grand and welcoming. For ceremonies and evening receptions, I work with the room’s existing light, adding refined flash only where needed so the sense of occasion remains intact.
Drawing Room
The Drawing Room offers elegant, classical detail with generous daylight. It’s an ideal setting for ceremonies, drinks receptions or intimate dinners, with enough space for guests to relax without feeling lost in the room. I lean into the natural light for portraits here, using calm direction and minimal adjustments so everything feels fluid and unforced.
French Salon
The French Salon sits harmoniously alongside the Drawing Room, often used for ceremonies, cocktails or dinner. Its mirrored panels, plasterwork and warm tones give a sense of understated glamour. In this room I focus on flattering angles, reflections used with intention, and a balance of wide frames and close details that suit its scale.
Getting-ready suites
Suites at Claridge’s provide a calm base for getting ready and a private backdrop for a handful of family portraits. We keep the room tidy and considered, working near windows and clean walls so the focus stays on you and your closest people.
Public areas & entrances
From the Brook Street canopy to the hotel’s stairwells and corridors, Claridge’s common spaces carry its signature atmosphere. I use these locations selectively, at quiet moments in the schedule, so we can work efficiently without disrupting the flow of the day
Logistics & Photo Policy
In the months before your wedding, we’ll agree a simple, realistic photography plan that respects Claridge’s timings, room turnovers and access points. Working with your planner and the in-house team, I’ll map out when to use each key space — from getting ready and guest arrival to ceremony, drinks and the evening in the Ballroom — so nothing feels rushed on the day.
During the wedding, I keep group photographs efficient and organised. We’ll finalise a short list of essential family combinations in advance and choose a suitable spot — often in one of the salons or near the canopy — which allows guests to join and leave smoothly. Once those frames are complete, I return to a quieter, documentary approach so you can rejoin the celebration.
Every venue has its own guidelines on where and how photography can take place in public spaces. At Claridge’s, I work respectfully within those expectations: avoiding flash where it would be distracting, liaising with staff when using entrances and shared areas, and ensuring the photography enhances, rather than competes with, the experience for you and your guests.
If your ceremony is at a nearby church or town hall, I’ll also coordinate quietly with that venue, so the handover between locations feels seamless for you and your guests
My role is to quietly coordinate portraits and group photographs around Claridge’s timings so you never feel rushed, and the photography supports the flow of the day rather than interrupting it.
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Portrait Spots Nearby
Claridge’s offers beautiful portrait opportunities without ever needing to go far. The Brook Street canopy and entrance give you that unmistakable sense of place, with soft, flattering light and the hotel’s façade behind you. These are perfect for a few editorial portraits as you arrive or between ceremony and reception.
Inside, mirrored corridors and stairwells give us refined, architectural backdrops. Here, I pay close attention to posture, lines and reflections, guiding you into positions that feel natural and flattering while still making the most of the space. Short, focused portrait windows mean you can return to your guests quickly.
For couples who’d like to step just outside, the streets surrounding Claridge’s offer classic Mayfair mood — townhouses, soft stone, and quiet corners at certain times of day. We’ll agree a simple route and a wet-weather alternative in advance so we’re not improvising in formalwear.
If you prefer to stay within the hotel throughout, we can keep portraits entirely inside Claridge’s: moving between salons, corridors and the Ballroom as the light and schedule allow, ensuring everything feels cohesive and relaxed.
Claridge’s gallery
A curated selection from ceremonies in the Drawing Room and French Salon to evening celebrations in the Ballroom
FAQs
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We’ll build a simple portrait plan into your overall timeline, usually with a short window between ceremony and drinks, plus a brief top-up in the evening once the room has settled. I’ll coordinate this with your planner and the Claridge’s team so you’re never away from your guests for long, and key locations are ready when we need them.
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Where possible, I like to visit the hotel in advance or arrive early on the day to walk the spaces, check the light and confirm routes. Claridge’s is a venue I know and respect, so I keep updated notes on how the spaces behave at different times of year and in different weather
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Many couples love the idea of photographs in Claridge’s public spaces. These areas are managed carefully by the hotel, so any use of the lobby or entrances is done in a discreet, respectful way and always in conversation with the team on the day. We’ll agree what’s possible ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
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We’ll create a short, realistic list of group combinations together. On the day, I’ll gather people calmly and efficiently in a location that suits your plan — often in one of the salons or near the canopy — so we can complete the list without it feeling like a long photo call. After that, I return to a more documentary style so you can enjoy your reception
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Once the lights dim, I balance the room’s ambient warmth with refined, directional flash. This keeps skin tones flattering and details crisp while preserving the mood of the space. The aim is for your evening photographs to feel elegant and alive, rather than harsh or over-lit
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Yes. Many Claridge’s weddings involve a church or town hall ceremony followed by drinks and dinner at the hotel. We’ll map out a simple route and timetable between the two, allowing space for confetti, a short portrait window and smooth arrivals at Claridge’s, so everything feels joined-up and unhurried.
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Enquire via the Contact Page, you’ll receive a tailored proposal. (Booking fee & balance timing are shown within Pricing/contract.)
Planning Claridge’s? Let’s create something timeless
Share your date and outline—Ballroom or an intimate Drawing Room/French Salon plan—and I’ll send a bespoke proposal aligned to your timings and events. I reply personally, usually within one working day, and I’m happy to liaise with your planner from the start.