Wedding portraits at Middleton Lodge wedding
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A couple in wedding dip and kiss at Vermont Newcastle wedding.

NORTH EAST DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER CAPTURING EMOTIONS THROUGH PICTURES

Thoughtfully curated, effortlessly elegant, and designed to make an impact. Based across Newcastle and the North East, capturing weddings across the UK & beyond.

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A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet at Howick Hall Gardens.
A happy bride and groom sharing an embrace on a grassy field, with a large house and trees in the background, in black and white.
A bride in wedding attire sits at a decorated table with candles and flowers, in a magical Jesmond Dene wedding shoot with draped curtains in the background.
Elegant wedding table at Jesmond Dene.
Close up of wedding stationery
Black and white photo of a group of people dressed in formal wear at a celebration or wedding, with some standing and some sitting, posing in front of a bar area.
Couple walking through York after their wedding.
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A couple close-up, with the woman wearing a wedding dress with floral embellishments and a birdcage veil, sharing an intimate moment outdoors.
A bride and groom sitting closely at a wedding reception under a chandelier, with the bride touching the groom's chin.
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Image of your UK wedding photographer Yulia Mar

A Ukrainian based in the Toon.

I’m Yulia, a cinematic lifestyle & documentary wedding photographer drawn to real stories and raw emotions. My work is about capturing honest moments as they naturally unfold , movement, connection, and truth ,  rather than stiff poses or forced smiles. I believe the most meaningful photographs are the ones that feel real, the ones that bring you back to a moment exactly as it was. Based in the North East, I bring in subtle editorial guidance, gently directing when needed while still allowing space for things to happen naturally. This balance lets me blend storytelling with a touch of artistry and intention, creating images that feel both effortless and elevated. If you want your photos to feel alive and beautifully composed , a mix of real and refined , I’m the girl for you. LEARN MORE

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Wedding portraits outside at The Comb Reivers Estate.

My cinematic, editorial-documentary approach will always stand apart for its authenticity, atmosphere, and emotional depth. I focus on the in-between moments just as much as the big ones, the quiet glances, the laughter, the energy of the day: all the details that make your story uniquely yours. Every wedding is different, and I approach each one with fresh eyes, ready to capture it in a way that feels personal and true. Nothing inspires me more than people’s feelings and relationships , even if it’s black and white and a little imperfect. There’s something incredibly powerful in those unscripted moments, where emotion speaks louder than perfection. I’m endlessly inspired by love stories because love is the first seed of the future, and I truly believe it’s one of the most important and meaningful experiences in life.

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Bride and groom cut mille feuille at wedding at Vermont Newcastle.
A couple kissing inside a room viewed through a window surrounded by green vines, with a chandelier visible inside.
A bride and groom kissing at a wedding reception at Middleton Lodge.
35mm film of wedding bouquet by documentary wedding photographer.
Bride with a view in editorial documentary wedding photograph.

  • "Julia is fantastic at what she does! I felt super comfortable from the moment she brought out her camera" Rebecca

  • "Julia was very professional and created a relaxed environment for us, suggesting natural poses for our photos. I was over the moon with result !" Jess and Alex

  • “Julia was our wedding photographer and she was just amazing right from the get go. She is such a talented and professional photographer and everything was really relaxed and natural, she did an amazing job and the photos are incredible and she is also a wonderful person.-” Jack & Nuy 

  • “Julia made our wedding amazing from start to finish with her beautiful photography. She made our guests feel at ease and comfortable and got the most amazing photographs. As for our couple shoot Julia went above and beyond to get the shots we’d asked for. Highly recommend! A true perfectionist!” Louise & Louise 

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LOVE STORIES

For me, photography is not just about how things look, but about how they feel. I’m all about showing people as they are, their connection, energy, story, without overcomplicating or over-directing. My goal is to create images that you don’t just see, but feel every time you look back at them, even years from now.

STORIES OF FEELINGS AND EMOTIONS

Bride and groom cutting mille feuille Vermont Newcastle wedding.
A pair of silver high-heeled shoes, a perfume bottle, and a perfume on a leather chair draped with sheer, white fabric at Vermont Newcastle wedding.

The Garden Room, Newcastle wedding

Watch me document a beautiful wedding day in Newcastle, Northumberland, UK

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A bride and groom at their wedding reception at Jesmond Dene, smiling and looking into each other's eyes, with a elegant banquet table and large windows in the background.
Bride and groom celebrating at their Jesmond Dene wedding reception, holding hands, in an elegant room with large windows and candlelit candelabras.

Jesmond Dene Hotel, Newcastle wedding

A beautiful documentary & editorial wedding shoot in Newcastle.

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Bride in a quiet moment at Middleton Lodge wedding. Quiet documentary photography in Yorkshire.
Bride and groom sharing a kiss and at Middleton Lodge Wedding.

Middleton Lodge, Yorkshire wedding

A Middleton Lodge wedding in North Yorkshire you don’t want to miss.

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Capturing authentic, meaningful moments. Documentary Wedding Photography based in the North East.

Newcastle based UK Wedding photography that is comfortable, connected & reflective

I always start our journey by arranging a chance for us to speak and get to know each other. I want to hear all about your wedding day and make sure we are the right fit for each other.

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