Bride with her bridesmaids under a church lychgate Bridesmaids in red laughing together before the ceremony Outdoor tipi wedding reception in an Oxfordshire field Handfasting ribbon between bride and groom overlooking the fields Baby in a christening gown smiling over her father's shoulder Friends gathered around a campfire at dusk

Photographer · Oxfordshire

Bright. Natural. Timeless.

Brightshot Photography captures people the way the day actually felt, in warm, honest light. Portraits, weddings and events across Oxfordshire, and happily further afield.

Golden hour specialist· Weddings, families & events· Based in Oxfordshire, travels further

The idea

The best photos don’t look posed. They look like you, on a really good day.

Alex · Brightshot Photography

The portfolio

One golden reel

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Bride and groom walking through confetti thrown by their guests
The confetti runWeddings
Newlyweds' hands with their rings resting on the marriage register
For keepsThe details
Girl in evening light holding two cocker spaniel puppies
New best friendsFamilies
Bride with her bridesmaids under a church lychgate
The wedding partyWeddings
Baby in a christening gown smiling over her father's shoulder
Guest of honourChristenings
First kiss beneath a flower-covered wedding arch, in black and white
The first kissTimeless
Bridesmaids in red laughing together before the ceremony
Happy tearsCelebrations
Next frame

Your story, shot in this light

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All photographs by Brightshot: real weddings, christenings and family shoots.

The contact sheet

Straight from recent shoots

Unstaged and un-Photoshopped: weddings, christenings and family sessions across Oxfordshire, exactly as they happened.

Final touches to the wedding dress before the ceremony, in black and white
Wedding
First dance under festoon lights in the tipi
Wedding
Water poured at the font during a christening, in black and white
Christening
Handfasting ribbon between bride and groom overlooking the fields
Wedding
Four children on a blanket cuddling a litter of spaniel puppies, in black and white
Family
Groomsmen in green tweed laughing beneath the flower arch
Wedding
Bride and groom sharing a look while signing the register, in black and white
Wedding
Hand-painted wedding sign hanging in the trees
The details
Parents holding their daughter at her christening, in black and white
Christening
Newlyweds kissing in the church doorway, in black and white
Wedding
Grandad kissing his granddaughter's head during a studio family shoot, in black and white
Family
Crate of sweet bags with a hand-written marriage joke at an outdoor reception
The details
Friends gathered around a campfire at dusk beside an Oxfordshire field
Evenings
New York hot dog cart glowing under its signs at night
Street

What I shoot

Every shoot, shot for keeps

Whatever the occasion, the approach is the same. Real moments, warm light, and photographs you’ll still love in twenty years.

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Portraits & families

Relaxed sessions outdoors or at home. No stiff posing, just you and the people you love.

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Couples & weddings

From quiet elopements to the full day, told honestly from first look to last dance.

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Events & celebrations

Birthdays, christenings, parties and everything worth remembering, captured while you enjoy it.

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Brand & business

Natural, personal imagery for your website and socials that actually looks like you.

Pricing

Simple, honest pricing

Hourly rates for sessions, set packages for weddings

Portraits & families

Per hour£60

  • Portraits, families, friends and pets
  • Relaxed session at a spot you love
  • All of your edited photos included
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Events & christenings

Per hour£80–£90

  • Birthdays, parties and baby showers
  • Christenings and special occasions
  • All of your edited photos included
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Wedding packages

Three ways to have your day photographed

The ceremony

Package£350

  • Ceremony coverage
  • Couple portraits and family group photographs
  • Professionally edited images
  • USB copy available for £10
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Ceremony + before or after

Package£500

  • Photography before the ceremony
  • Ceremony coverage
  • Couple portraits and family group photographs
  • After-ceremony celebrations
  • Professionally edited images
Check your date

All packages include travel within Oxfordshire. For weddings further afield, additional travel costs may apply. Your photos are professionally edited and delivered on USB.

Outdoor tipi wedding reception in an Oxfordshire field

The hour before sunset is free. Booking it is the easy part.

Real wedding · Oxfordshire

Couple sitting together at sunset, framed by trees above a golden field
Based in OxfordshireHappy to travel for the right light

Behind the camera

Hi, I’m Alex

Brightshot started with a simple idea: photos should feel like the day did.

I shoot in natural light wherever I can, and I’m forever chasing that last golden hour before sunset. My style is bright and true to life, nothing over-filtered, nothing that will date.

I’m based in Oxfordshire but I’m flexible, so if your shoot is further out, just ask. Bring the dog, bring the kids, bring your nan. The more life in the frame, the better.

How it works

Three steps, no stress

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Say hello

Message me on WhatsApp or use the form below. Tell me what you’re planning and I’ll come back with ideas, timings and a price.

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The shoot

We pick a spot and a time with lovely light. Then you just enjoy yourselves while I quietly get on with it.

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Your photos

All of your photos, professionally edited and delivered to you on USB, ready to share with the people you love.

Good to know

Questions, answered

Just get in touch through the form below or on WhatsApp. Tell me the occasion and rough dates, and I’ll confirm availability and a price. A small deposit secures your date.
It depends on the session, but you’ll always receive a full set of edited photos, never a stingy handful. We’ll agree exactly what’s included before you book, so there are no surprises.
Yes. I’m based in Oxfordshire but I’m flexible and happy to commute to other areas. For longer trips there may be a small travel charge, agreed upfront.
Weddings are best booked as early as you can, popular summer dates go first. For portraits, families and events, a few weeks’ notice is usually plenty, and it’s always worth asking about short notice dates.
Whatever feels like you. Soft, natural colours photograph beautifully in golden light, and I’ll send a little preparation guide with ideas once you book.

Let’s make something bright

Tell me what you’re planning and let’s find you some beautiful light. No pressure, no obligation, just a friendly chat about your shoot.

Get in touch

Tell me about your shoot

Weddings book up first, especially summer golden-hour dates, so the earlier the better. For everything else, a few weeks’ notice is usually plenty.

Based in Oxfordshire · shoots across Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford, Witney, Bicester and beyond

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