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San Shawe is one of the Top Wedding Photographers in the UK and Worldwide, based in London and frequently travelling to photograph beautiful weddings, proposals and engagements.
SANSHINE photography Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Modern
Artistic
Dramatic

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Photo Printing
Physical Shop / Studio
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Shoot with Film
Images on USB
SANSHINE photography Full Description
San's photography style is often described as 'natural light artistry' as she likes to predominantly use natural and ambient light to enhance the beauty of the world and people in the images. Her approach to wedding and engagement photography is very emotion-centric as she believes that there is no picture more beautiful than one of someone in love.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: San Shawe
Hi there! My name is San, but a lot of people call me Sanshine because of my love for creating images that shine from within. I know how daunting the process of wedding planning can be, so I am always happy to help and advise should you have any questions.

Experience

Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
2
Reviews
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Maja & Alex
Happy couple married in November
November 2018
Far exceeded our wildest imagination!
Where to even begin!? The photos of our wedding that San and Michael sent us far exceeded our wildest imagination and let us relive the day all over again, and again and again. We cannot believe how stunning the photos are and just how much they captured who we are as a couple. San and Michael were also so fun to have around on the wedding day - they're hilarious and add to all the fun and excitement! What more could you possibly ask for? Thank you both so much, you really made us incredibly happy!
Maia & Blake
Happy couple married in November
November 2018
These are the most gorgeous wedding pics I've ever seen!!!
Absolutely the best photographers in the business! We got all the photos and have all ready uploaded them to Facebook which only took about 5 mins as they were presented in the perfect format! We just wanted to say a huge thank you! These are the most gorgeous wedding pics I've ever seen!!! Blake and I look amazing! It's better than I could have ever imagined, you guys are true professionals! We have been complimented non-stop about the photos and have given your details to about 10 people haha! The presentation of the photos was also just stunning! You both have been truly the highlight of the wedding planning and as I've always said, after all is done, all you have are the photos, so it's important they're good ones!!! San and Michael have been truly amazing and they're just such a fun and cool couple, we really felt like we just had our good friends with us on our special day rather than photographers!
Tina & Hassan
Happy couple married in April
January 2018
By far the most talented photographer ever!!!
San, the photos are mind blowing!! They are absolutely beautiful!! I can't even explain how happy we are! Thank you so so much!! You are by far the most talented photographer ever!!! Thank you for being so amazing in every way!
Steve & Anna
Happy couple married in September
September 2016
So glad we found you!
Thank you so much for the photos! They are beautiful and we are so happy with them! In fact, my sister is ready to book you for her own wedding... as are some friends! :) I am so glad we found you!
Nova Reid of Nu Bride
Wedding: September
September 2016
Master of natural light photography
I first met San a couple of years ago at an event and it might sound cliché, given the name of her business, but she truly was a ray of sunshine! Passionate about doing what she can to contribute to a more visually inclusive industry, San is always collaborating on beautifully curated shoots. Including this tropical delight which sent the interest crazy when I published it this summer! San loves her job, you can see it in the way she shoots, in the way she captures you. I had the pleasure of being shot by her last year (after I experienced a rather inconvenient incident), she wanted to do something to put a smile on my face, so we went for a stroll at sunset and boy did she. I know no other photographer that captures natural light like San does. A delight to work with!
Gareth & Bryan
Wedding: August
June 2016
The two grooms are delighted!
We knew that San would take some gorgeous pictures of our son’s wedding because we had seen the photographs she had taken at other events. What we didn’t expect was the way both she and Michael worked flat out during the whole day to make sure that we got the shots we asked for and the ones that we didn’t know we wanted. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Many of the guests commented on their hard work, and also their unobtrusive tact in getting some truly magical natural pictures. We love the album! The two grooms are delighted to have their day captured so beautifully. I would certainly recommend Sanshine Photography to anyone who is planning their special day!
Mike & Emily
Happy couple married in October
June 2016
They are just beautiful!!!
San! We knew the photographs would be amazing, but you have surpassed all our expectations completely. They are just beautiful!!! And the little parcel is the cutest, absolutely love it! I literally have no idea which ones we will put in an album because they are all so brilliant! Thank you so so much for everything, you have given us some beautiful memories of our day! xxx
Will & Erin
Happy couple married in August
June 2016
San and her team were fantastic!
San and her team were fantastic! She was dedicated from the start, you couldn’t ask for a more hands-on and involved photographer. The pictures she took are amazing!
Ario & Natalie
Happy couple married in February
June 2016
Absolutely amazing
We count ourselves very lucky to have had San and her husband as photographers for our wedding. From our first visit with her, it was clear that she is very passionate about her work and that she has very high attention to detail. Her idea of having a pre-wedding photoshoot (to make us feel more relaxed in front of the camera on the big day) was genius and highly recommended. On the wedding day itself, we were all relaxed knowing that we were in capable hands. The photos she took from our wedding are absolutely amazing and you can tell that a lot of work had gone in putting the final touches on the photos.
Rhys & Brooke
Happy couple married in October
June 2016
The most passionate photographer I have ever met.
San is the most passionate photographer I have ever met. She is a perfectionist when it comes to getting ‘the’ shot. Her and her husband make a great team. I really feel they got to know exactly what my husband and I wanted from our wedding photos. We had a wonderful engagement shoot and consultation. We spent hours chatting, felt like we got to know each other very quickly. We asked for romantic, non-staged, glamorous and London photos. Even if together this didn’t make a whole lot of sense, they created an album for us that was exactly that. They are the most romantic photos I have ever seen and I’m so pleased that we have such beautiful records of our perfect day!
SANSHINE photography Location & Contact Details

Address

London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

London

Nearest Train Station

Embankment

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FAQs
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Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Exquisite, emotive fine art reportage.

What about your business are you most proud of?

I photograph weddings with my wonderful other half, Michael, and we make a great team – having been through the process of planning a wedding ourselves, we both know how much of your heart and soul you will have invested into the big day, so we can proudly say that we will create and treat your precious memories with extra care and attention and make sure the images reflect how infinitely beautiful and filled with love your day is going to be…

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Plan ahead to give yourselves at least a week before the wedding when you are not doing any running around - you need to go into your big day relaxed and happy, not stressed and enhausted.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

I love it when couples write their own vows or pick an unusual song for their first dance... It makes a world of difference when the worlds people say to one another are not standard, but carefully written with love and care for one person and one person only.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

I always offer a complimentary consultation to all couples who are considering asking me to photograph their wedding - choosing who is going to capture those priceless memories for you is a hugely important and personal decision to make, so I like to provide an opportunity for the couples to meet me and ask me any questions they have. Sometimes my consultations last for hours! But it's worth it as to me it is of paramount importance that my clients are happy with their choice and know that they are in safe hands.

What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?

There are no rules when it comes to wedding photos as your photos will always be secondary to your happiness and your marriage. So there certainly isn't a #1 most important photo, just a most important feeling. Focus on each other, take the day in and, trust me, when you get your photos back, that special image will be there, for you to cherish and keep for years to come.

What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?

I was asked by a bride to create a photo capturing the relationship between herself, her mother and her grandmother, but without showing their faces, as the Mother of the Bride was extremely camera-shy. This is when I created my 'Three Generations' photo of the hands of three women with their wedding bands on, capturing the gentle support between the three of them and the symbols of their happy marriages without making the Mother of the Bride nervous or uncomfortable. This photo is very dear to my heart and has resonated with many people around the World as it tells an important story without being obvious or intrusive.

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Two things. 1) Clear umbrellas are amazing! and 2) Don't worry. There is always a Plan B in case it rains, both for your ceremony and for your photos, so don't let it dampen your spirits and remember that rain on your wedding day is considered good luck!
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