Zara Rowlands Photography
Bath Wedding Photographer

WHERE RELAXED STORYTELLING MEETS AN EDITORIAL EYE

WEDDING

What to expect

Every love story has its own rhythm, its own lyrics, its own era.

I photograph weddings for the romantics, the dreamers, and the lovers of meaningful moments. As a storyteller photographer, I’m drawn to the in-between - the stolen glances, happy tears, and joy that lingers long after the music fades. I believe every love story deserves to be told with heart, intention, and a little magic.


I capture the real, unscripted moments that make your day unforgettable. I’m here for the laughter, the tears, and the “how did this go by so fast?” moments. And yes, I’m a big Swiftie, so expect big feelings, romantic vibes, and a deep appreciation for love stories told well.

Leigh Park Hotel
Winkworth Farm
Crowcombe Court

I believe the most beautiful weddings unfold naturally. With a focus on elevated storytelling, I document your day with quiet sophistication, preserving honest emotion, intentional details, and moments that feel forever and always. Timeless imagery, thoughtfully crafted.


Something couples say after their wedding day is how they felt like they had known me for years and it was like having a friend capture their special day. I really like to get involved on the wedding day, doing whatever is needed to make the day run smoothly and make everyone feel comfortable in my presence. I am always on hand throughout the day because I am not just your wedding photographer, I am a friend, a listening ear, emergency seamstress, disaster solver. You name it and I am there on hand to help. I always have essentials on me like a crochet hook, scissors, mini sewing kit and more (it's a very long list). I like to make your special day a little less stressful so that you can enjoy it like you deserve to.

Bridesmaids before the ceremony

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Bridal Portrait at Elmhay Park
Crowcombe Court Golden Hour

Photographing a wedding is a true privilege, an opportunity to document one of the most meaningful days in a couple’s life. With over 12 years of experience, I understand not only how to deliver images that exceed expectations, but also the important role I play in shaping a calm, seamless, and enjoyable experience throughout your day.


My approach is to document your wedding day naturally as it unfolds, never to take over or become a distraction. I focus on capturing the genuine moments and atmosphere around you while remaining unobtrusive. It’s your day, and you should be able to enjoy every part of it. Blending into the background allows me to preserve the real story of your celebration, without pulling you away for endless posed shots or keeping you from spending time with your guests.


Instead, I’ll gently steal you away for short, relaxed moments (usually just 5–10 minutes at a time) at a few points of the day. Your guests will hardly notice you’re gone, and it often becomes a welcome chance for the two of you to pause and enjoy a little time together. Rather than directing you into stiff poses (because let’s be honest, most people don’t love that), I simply give you the space to be yourselves, allowing me to capture natural, genuine moments between you both.

I’m always happy to include a handful of relaxed, formal-style group photos if you’d like, it is completely your choice. These are kept efficient, usually taking no more than 15–20 minutes, so you can get straight back to enjoying your celebration while I focus on capturing the energy and atmosphere of your day.


As everything unfolds, I’ll be there but not be there.. If you know what I mean! Quietly documenting moments as they happen. Sometimes I’ll be right in the heart of it, and other times observing from a distance, ensuring all those meaningful, in-between moments are captured naturally.

The Frogmill Ceremonies
Somerset Weddings
Leigh Park Hotel Portraits
Tortworth Court Weddin

While photography is an important part of your day, it’s only one piece of the bigger picture. Your wedding is about celebrating your commitment and bringing two families together. With loved ones often travelling from near and far, it’s important you have the time to truly be present with them.


My role is to document all of this as it naturally unfolds, using a relaxed, documentary approach. With a subtle, unobtrusive presence, I capture the genuine moments as they happen, because the most meaningful photographs are always the ones that are real.

Groomsmen walking to ceremony
Speeches in the Orangery
Bride tribe
Summer wedding in Dorset
Winkworth Farm Portraits
Wedding Photography in Somerset

YOUR INVESTMENT

THE INTIMATE

Up to 2 hours coverage from ceremony

200+ high-resolution images

Professional editing

Online gallery
Digital delivery

Back up files kept for one year


£700

THE ESSENTIAL

Up to 8 hours coverage from morning preparations

500+ high-resolution images

Professional editing

Online gallery
Digital delivery

Back up files kept for one year


£1695

THE STANDARD

Up to 9 hours coverage from morning preparations

Two photographers

650+ high-resolution images.

Professional editing

Online gallery
Digital delivery

Back up files kept for one year

£1995

THE ULTIMATE

Up to 9 hours coverage from morning preparations

Two photographers and one videographer

650+ high-resolution images

3-5 minute highlight film

Full length ceremony and speeches in separate edited films

Drone footage (if weather and air restrictions allow)

Professional editing

Online gallery
Digital delivery

Back up files kept for one year

£2995

For something more tailored, I would be delighted to design a bespoke package to suit your plans and budget. Custom coverage of up to 6 hours is available from £500.

If you love what you see, click Contact Us to check availability, chat about bespoke quotes and to secure your date.

HOW IT ALL HAPPENS...


  • From the enquiry email, you will get a response with details on packages that suit your requirements, how to view our portfolio with our favourite images and 1-2 full wedding galleries and information on the next steps to getting you booked in.


  • Yay! You've chosen us to capture your special day. This is when we email the contract for you to read and sign before taking the non-refundable booking fee payment. Once these have been received your booking will be confirmed and you will receive a welcome guide with important information and wedding tips.


  • 6 months and 8 weeks before the wedding date, balance payments are due at 50% each.


  • 6 weeks before the wedding: This is a great time to have a pre-wedding photo session (extra charge). This can also be done closer to the wedding date or a few months before the wedding date, whichever is best for you. 


  • 4 weeks before the wedding you will be sent a online wedding questionnaire by email where you can finalise timings of the day and choose your group shot list. It's also a great way to get details of all the suppliers you have chosen to have on your day.


  • I T ' S  T H E   W E D D I N G  D A Y  ! !


  • Within 3 days you will be sent sneak peeks of your wedding via a mobile app (direct link emailed to you).


  • 8-16 weeks after the wedding you can expect your full wedding gallery and you can download all your images digitally from the gallery. This is also when you choose images for prints and photo albums if included in your chosen package (these can also purchasable if not part of your wedding package). Non peak-season this can be as little as 4 weeks after the wedding day.

  • Photo products and albums are designed and ordered out of peak wedding season (October - April) and delivered within 12 months of the wedding date.

BESPOKE PACKAGES

If the above packages are not suitable for you then I am more than happy to discuss tailoring a perfect package to fit your requirements and budget. Bespoke packages of 6 hours of less are available October-April and start at £500.

SECOND PHOTOGRAPHER

Morning prep + Ceremony only: £350
Full Day: £500

We understand that your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and we want to ensure that every precious moment is captured. That is why we offer the option to add a second wedding photographer to your package. With two skilled professionals behind the lens you can be confident that no moment will be missed. Trust us to beautifully document your special day leaving you stunning memories to cherish for years to come.

PRE-WEDDING SESSION

Starting from £150

(Session must be within 10 miles of BA11 1GW


30 minute session with 10 digital images: £150

45 minute session with 15 digital images: £250


All packages include


    • An online gallery where you can view and download your final edited, high resolution images


    • An online shop for you and your guests to purchase prints, wall art and more


    • Fully insured and proof of insurance available on request


    • All packages include a professional online contract for your peace of mind (viewable and signed before non-refundable booking fee payment is made), a secure online gallery and pre-wedding consultation (within 15 minutes of Frome, Somerset) or video call


      • £400 non-refundable booking fee to secure the date


      • 50% of the remaining balance due 6 months before the wedding date


      • Remaining 50% of the balance due 8 weeks prior to the wedding date


      • No refunds after 8 weeks prior to the wedding date


      • Photo products and USB will be delivered within 12 months. No refunds on bespoke products (prints, photobook, wall art etc). On average orders are delivered within 8 weeks depending on the time of year