The Karamatovs Photography (Ramis & Anzelika)

It was an intimate autumn wedding at Chelsea Old Town Hall. After the confetti on the steps, the couple didn't want a stiff photo session. Instead, they asked us to simply walk with them through the quiet backstreets of Chelsea to their favourite neighbourhood pub. While they shared pints and laughed with their closest friends, we documented the raw joy, the hugs, and the quiet glances between them. It reminded us why we love what we do: the most unforgettable weddings are never about perfection, they are about real connection and being present with the people who matter most.

Documentary, Editorial, Candid, Warm, Timeless

We are most proud of how relaxed our couples feel around us. Being a husband-and-wife team means there is an easy, calming energy on the day. One of us is usually capturing the grand scene and guest laughter, while the other is spotting the quiet tear from a grandparent or an unscripted squeeze of a hand. When couples open their gallery and tell us, "We had no idea you took that, and we felt so free just being ourselves," that is our greatest reward.

My No.1 tip for couples planning their wedding is to prioritise what matters most to you and stay true to that vision. Weddings can be overwhelming with endless decisions, but focusing on what truly reflects your relationship and values will guide you through the process and keep things meaningful.

Identify the key elements: Is it the atmosphere, the guests, the food, or the experience you want to create?

Budget wisely: Spend on what aligns with your priorities, and don't feel pressured to splurge on trends that don’t resonate with you.

Trust your vendors: Choose the right people (like a photographer, for example) whose work you trust and vibe with, and let them do their thing.

Everything else will fall into place when you stay focused on what’s truly important to both of you.

One of my favourite personal touches I've seen at a wedding is when couples create a memory table with photos of loved ones who couldn’t be there.

I see how newlyweds take a moment to video call their loved ones who couldn't attend, sharing the excitement and emotions in real time. It’s a heartfelt way to include distant family and friends, making them feel part of the celebration despite the distance. Moments like these truly highlight the importance of connection and love beyond physical presence.

From day one, we keep things simple, supportive, and completely stress-free:

1. Getting to Know You: We start with a relaxed video call or coffee to chat through your ideas, timeline, and the atmosphere you want to create.
2. Timeline & Planning: A few weeks before your day, we hop on a call to map out the gentle flow of the day, key family groupings, and any special moments so you never have to worry about logistics.
3. On the Day: As a duo, we blend in seamlessly like old friends with cameras. No stiff posing or endless interruptions, just genuine documentation of real moments as they happen.
4. After the Wedding: We deliver a curated sneak peek within 48 to 72 hours so you can relive the excitement right away, followed by your full high-resolution private gallery in 4 to 6 weeks.

The walk back down the aisle just after being pronounced married! The nervous anticipation has evaporated, your favourite people are cheering their hearts out, and the pure, unfiltered relief and euphoria on your faces is completely priceless. Because there are two of us shooting, one captures your beaming expressions from the front, while the other captures the sea of happy faces behind you.

Okay, picture this: a wedding with 200 guests, yes, two-zero-zero, and the couple absolutely insists on a single group photo. My first thought? ‘Where do I even put everyone?!’ Luckily, the venue had this sprawling open field next to it, so I herded the crowd like a very polite sheepdog. But here’s the kicker, the groom goes, ‘We want it EPIC. Like, aerial epic.’

So I’m scanning the scene, sweating a little, and I blurt out, ‘Anybody got a ladder?!’ Turns out, the venue had one stashed in a shed. Next thing I know, I’m climbing this rickety ladder, 10 feet up, leaning back like I’m in Mission Impossible, shouting, ‘Smile like you mean it!’ while secretly praying the wind doesn’t turn me into a human pancake.

The shot? Chef’s kiss. Got everyone in the frame, the sunset glowing behind them, it was just a pure magic. And hey, if I had taken a tumble? My premium insurance would’ve covered it. (Priorities, right? 😂) Take my advice: don't try this at home. It's dangerous. Best. Chaos. Ever.

Embrace it with open arms! London rain can actually be pure cinema. Wet cobblestones reflect glowing streetlights, cozy indoor spaces feel twice as romantic, and a classic clear umbrella creates the sweetest, most intimate shelter for portraits. We carry clear umbrellas and always scout warm, softly lit indoor corners beforehand, so you can enjoy every minute without worrying about the weather for a second.

Photography has been part of our lives since childhood. Ramis was gifted his first camera at age ten and spent years photographing schoolmates and his daily life around while Anzelika developed a keen eye for fashion, styling, and editorial composition.

When we started shooting weddings together, everything clicked. We realised that combining Ramis’s quick documentary instincts with Anzelika’s eye for details and emotional nuance gave couples something truly special: a complete, multi-layered story of their wedding day told through two lenses.