Devon Wedding Photographer
Welcome to Memories and Milestones Photography. I’m Melanie, an experienced Devon wedding photographer specialising in relaxed, natural wedding photography for couples in Exeter, Devon and across the South West. If you are looking for a photographer who will capture all the special, candid moments of your wedding day, then you are in the right place – that’s what I do best!
Finding the perfect wedding photographer can feel overwhelming so I’m here to make the process simple and enjoyable. My relaxed and friendly approach will make you feel at ease, allowing you both to be yourselves, resulting in a gorgeous set of images that tell your story. I’ll blend into the background, unobtrusively documenting your day while you enjoy the celebration. Lots of my reviews mention how effortlessly I go unnoticed by guests, allowing me to capture authentic, candid moments without disrupting the flow of the day.
I know you’ll be excited to see your photos so I offer fast and reliable photo delivery in a beautiful online gallery. I’ll share selected highlights with you in just 48 hours. Your full gallery of professionally edited, light and airy images will be ready in 3 weeks so you can relive every moment without waiting months.
Melanie is a fantastic photographer!
We look at our photos we can see the love and warmth of the day shine through as Melanie was able to capture the whole feel of the day.
Memories & Milestones Wedding Photography
My 10+ years’ experience means I can anticipate all the little moments throughout your wedding day and capture them for you to remember. My decade-long adventure has seen over 300 first looks, first kisses and first dances! I also understand that you will have been planning your dream day for a year or two, choosing the perfect florals and table décor, so I’ll capture all the little details too. You can enjoy the day knowing that your memories are in good hands.
Whether it’s a large wedding with over a hundred guests, a small and intimate elopement, or a same-sex wedding, I’m dedicated to capturing the unique essence of your day. My portfolio showcases a range of weddings all captured with a consistent focus on authentic emotions and timeless storytelling. Take a look, and you’ll see why so many couples trust me to preserve their memories.
Thank you so much for being the best wedding photographer we could have asked for. Melanie was so helpful, organised, reassuring, and professional throughout the lead up to and during our Big Day. Her wealth of experience meant we were able to get a range of unique and absolutely beautiful photographs with absolutely amazing colours and lighting that brought out our beautiful surroundings.
Wedding Photography in Devon
So what makes shooting weddings in Devon so special? Growing up in Devon has given me a special connection to the area and I’m passionate about showcasing the beauty of the surroundings. The wealth of picturesque landscapes serve as perfect backdrops for your wedding photos. I love the variety that Devon has to offer including rolling countryside, stunning coastlines and open moors. My local knowledge enables me to find the ideal spot for your couple portraits showcasing your chosen location and giving a personalised touch to your gallery.
Photographing weddings in Devon has also given me experience of shooting in a variety of different venues. I’m so lucky to have everything from historic castles to rustic barns right on my doorstep. Devon weddings also offer a rich tapestry of traditions, blending the old and the new. Fancy a cream tea reception in a modern barn conversion? Why not! (Jam on top if you’re doing it the Devon way!).
Working as a photographer in Devon has allowed me to build strong connections with local wedding businesses. This means you not only get a photographer, but a reliable source of wedding suppliers! Need a recommendation for a florist or a videographer? I’m only an email away. I’ve picked up lots of hints and tips along the way too so whatever you need help with, I’m here to make planning your Devon wedding easier!
Devon Wedding Photography Featured on Top Bridal Blogs
I’m always striving to be one of the best wedding photographers in Devon & Exeter so I’m thrilled when my weddings are featured on top bridal blogs like Whimsical Wonderland Weddings, Boho Weddings, and The English Wedding Blog. These platforms celebrate the best in wedding photography, so their endorsements mean so much to me. Click to see more of the wedding blogs I’ve been featured on and find out how to get featured on a wedding blog!
Take a look at my Real Weddings blog for lots of tips and ideas for planning your perfect day:
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Frances Sampayo2025-01-13We had a small civil partnership in Torquay, September 2024. We wanted the photos to be beautiful but more natural in style as neither of us are that comfortable in front of the camera. Melanie put us at ease from the first communication we had with her. She is so kind and easy going, adapting to the flow of the day and the inevitable hiccups that happen along the way. The photos were absolutely incredible. We are both so happy with them and we have many of them up and framed in our flat. We cannot recommend Melanie enough.Helen Organ2024-09-30Melanie captured our wedding at Cockington Court registry office. We had a 1 hour package. Melanie was professional and responsive from first contact, listened to what we wanted and put everyone at ease on the day of the wedding. Melanie quickly sent us a preview of our pictures and quickly after the full pictures. We are so happy with them! Would definitely recommend.Abby Whitham2024-09-18Melanie’s photos are exceptional, and bring back so many emotions and memories. Melanie made us feel completely at ease from the offset – We hardly saw her, she literally blended into our day. Any pictures we wanted was no problem at all & the turnaround on the photos was really quick!!! We couldn't be happier & feel the photos really capture the essence of the day. Thank you again Melanie, the photos are absolutely amazing and just what we wanted :) you are incredible & we highly recommend!!!! Mr & Mrs Brailey xxxLaura Potter2024-08-01Melanie captured our special day on the 22nd July, and wow the photos are just incredible! She captured everything and more. She was so welcoming and put me at ease on my wedding day, me and my husband arnt the best at having our pictures taken, and we made Melanie aware and she guided us through the day and we got the most amazing photos, I can't stop looking at them! Highly recommend, very talented lady, thank you Melanie! Xx Laura and GarethEdward Gibbs2024-07-25Absolutely amazing, Mel took stunning photos. Capturing the day brilliantly. Couldn’t recommend enough!Rebecca Hale2024-07-20Melanie was the perfect addition to our wedding day. We liked Mels bright, natural, candid style and she delivered the most beautiful, timeless photos of our wedding day. Mel made us feel very comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera. We didn't spend ages away from our guests which was really important but we still captured lots of special couple shots. We couldn't be happier with our wedding album, you have managed to capture so many special moments and it will be something we look back on for years to come. We will be recommending Mel to anyone getting married. Thank you so much!George Gibbs2024-07-11Thank you for your excellent work capturing our big day. The photos are fantastic and we enjoyed taking them as you were helpful and organised. Your photo style is one of the reasons that we love our wedding photos so much. Thank you MelRhianna Greenley2024-05-20We loved Mel’s relaxed candid and airy style. Mel was fantastic at communication and adding her own helpful suggestions to us, to make the day go even smoother. Mel’s turnaround time was so quick and she captured all elements of the day. Would highly recommend Mel to anyone considering this style of wedding photography. Thank you!Mica Malone2024-04-19Melanie’s light and airy wedding photography is what initially drew us in. These were the kind of photos we were looking for and it is safe to say, Melanie has exceeded all of our expectations and our photos are just beyond perfect, we could not be happier. Our guests were full of compliments at Melanie’s friendly, professional approach whilst fitting in with the rest of the guests! This made everyone, including us, feel at ease which makes for better photographs. I cannot fault our experience with Mel so thank you again!Sammy Finnerty2024-03-25Absolutely flawless! We cannot thank Mel enough for capturing our magical day. What made us choose her was the light and natural photo style. It was also perfect that she had photographed at Rockbeare Manor many times before and therefore knew the best places to get photos. From planning to the actual wedding day, Mel was easily contactable and captured requested photos too. Thank you so so much. I'm so glad we have these to look back on forever
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Let’s Talk About Your Wedding
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event and I’d love to be the one to capture it. Whether you’re just starting to plan or finalising the details, feel free to reach out for a chat about your big day. I’d love to hear about your plans and how I can help make your special day perfect!