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RGW PHOTOS

Bournemouth, Dorset

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‘19 Certificate of Excellence, 2019

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Modern, Relaxed Wedding Photography.
Weddings are about having fun and enjoying time with your loved ones, not standing around posing awkwardly. I offer relaxed candid (documentary) wedding photography that captures your day as it happens. If this is what you're looking for, please get in touch for a quote

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27 December 2019

What can I say about Richard that hasn't already been said He was simply FAB-U-LOUS! He was our best decision when it came to all of our wedding suppliers, we had a great trial engagement shoot and our wedding photos from the day were even better! He kept my husband and I calm and together through the day, and really allowed us to enjoy our day without feeling like we were being forced into couples shots! Our photos turned out beautifully! Richard also had the added pressure of our doggo to contend with, he caught some lovely photos and even went above and beyond taking him for a mid-wedding wee in the pooring rain to save my heels on the grass. Would recommend Richard to everyone!! Thank you so much! More...

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17 November 2019

Words are not enough to express how wonderful Richard is, as a photographer and as a person. He made me and my husband feel so relaxed and at ease on our big day even though we are both very camera shy. He was also the photographer for my brother & sister in law a few years back and since that day we fell in love with his style and we are so glad he could be a part of our day too. There is no doubt he made the day even more special. We would recommend Richard to anyone x More...

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28 October 2019

Clean good value

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3 October 2019

When getting married our big choice was the venue, the next? The photographer! I’m am SO pleased we chose Rich! Not only do our photos look fantastic but he just made the day that much better (I mean it was our wedding day but he was the cherry! ) we both felt so relaxed with him and loved his style and humour! Not only do we have photos that will last a lifetime but we’ve also got a lifelong friend! Aside from getting married, having Rich capture it was the next best decision! If you’re reading this and haven’t booked him yet - GO DO IT! You won’t regret it! More...

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1 October 2019

From start to finish, Richard was the most wonderful photographer we could have hoped for. Our pre-wedding shoot was a great chance to get to know each other and put us both at ease in front of the camera. Richard managed to bring out the inner-poser in my then-fiancé!! We had such a laugh and rounded things off with a cup of coffee and cake to discuss our big day. On the day, Richard arrived at the agreed time and was such a fantastic presence to have around as we all got ready. As well as capturing all the special moments, he was a helping hand - particularly when it came to getting me in my dress!! Throughout the day, Richard captured every hilarious and special moment and was such a hit with our guests. He stayed to party with us into the evening too! Richard understood everything we wanted and when we received our gallery and beautifully packaged parcel, we were so incredibly pleased with the quality and variety of shots that he captured. Basically, Richard is FANTASTIC and we would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer. Thank you so much, Richard x More...

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24 September 2019

Richard is absolutely amazing at what he does! My partner and myself had our engagement shoot in London and our Wedding in Bournemouth with him and we have never smiled or laughed so much whilst taking photos! I never used to like having photos of me taken and always felt so uncomfortable, this was until Richard came along and made me feel so at ease and so comfortable having my photos taken. He has a lovely laid back, natural, and captured in the moment style and this is so perfect, in my eyes every moment should be captured as it happens and Richard has done exactly that. We have had a sneak peek at some of our wedding photos and we have cried happy tears as they are absolutely stunning! The same with our Engagement photos, they were absolutely gorgeous, natural and more than what we could wish for. Richard has been a great photographer, and we are happy to say a new friend who we hope to keep in contact with! Thanks again Richard for capturing our special day and helping us make it perfect! x More...

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15 September 2019

We were recommended Richard by our venue stylists and from our very first meeting with him we knew we had found our photographer for our big day he instantly made us both feel relaxed around him we met Richard for our pre wedding shoot and he could see that we were both well out of our comfort zone but he kept talking us though it and managed to capture some amazing pictures. On our big day Richard arrived at the time he had agreed and came and made a point of coming to see both of us in different parts of the hotel as the day went on he found time to capture shots of everyone and all of our guest have since said what a friendly and genuine guy richard was and we could not agree more it was more like having a friend then a photographer after the big day Richard posted a few previews of our wedding photos and it just made us more excited to see them all and when we got the email from Richard to say they were ready to view we were straight on to look and wow is all we could say better then we ever could imagine and brought back so many happy memories and see things we had actually missed on the day we have probably looked back over them everyday since we’ve had them We could not recommended Richard highly enough More...

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5 September 2019

Richard was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! We really wanted a photographer who would get some candid shots of our day, as we're not a big fan of staged photos. We got some planned shots but most of my fave photos are the ones people didn't know were being taken. He was perfect and really mingled with the guests but didn't make anyone feel uncomfortable. We had so many compliments on his style of working, many wondered if he was a friend doing us a favour due to how relaxed he was! He's a man of many talents, including helping do up the corset of my dress and fixing my mum's hair! We even got about 20 photo's back the next day, ideal if the wedding blues are starting to hit! Thanks again Richard xx More...

Reviewed on Facebook

6 July 2019

Richard was the absolute best photographer for our wedding! He captured the best moments which was brilliant because the groom doesn't like photos! Even though we were a small wedding we had a bizarrely long list of photo combinations the family wanted and Richard smashed the out like a pro and nobody had to miss out on canapés (apart from me, the bride, but that's because I had to be in most of the photos, plus didn't want to spill on my dress) Great job and would 100% recommend Richard! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

19 June 2019

If you are looking for not only an awesome photographer, but for someone who will become a friend too, then RGW is your guy! Richard has been amazing since the day we first met him, he's made us feel relaxed and comfortable infront of a camera and has some truly stunning work. From day 1 we really felt Richard wanted to get to know us and our venue so that he could capture the day perfectly, and boy did he do just that! Throughout the year and 4months we have been in touch with Richard he has been incredibly helpful, he's always answered our queries promptly and nothing is ever too much trouble, even meeting for a cheeky gin or a coffee to discuss details when we were in the area!! When we were searching for suppliers in the local area (we actually live 80miles away!) Richard hooked us up with his contacts who were also incredible on the day. During the wedding day itself, we felt like Richard was one of the guests. He was unobtrusive, mingled with our family and friends (who all commented on what a lovely guy he is!) and even busted a few moves on the dance floor with us and took some selfies! Richards photos are incredible and you can tell that so much love, care and attention has gone into the editing, in fact in to every meeting from our initial contact all the way through to the exciting surprises after the big day! Thank you RGW for bringing fun to the day and for capturing it beautifully, you really are the best! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

7 May 2019

As a make up artist being there the morning of your wedding is such an important time, to really set you up for the most amazing day! RGW Photography is such a joyous man to be around, integrating perfectly without being overbearing. He has such a eye for capturing the most beautiful moments, without being staged or forced and produces some of the most incredible shots I've seen. It's always a pleasure to work with him and I look forward to many more bridal prep mornings! More...

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7 May 2019

It's taken me a while to write this, because, for once in my life I was lost for words.We won a competition Richard held to win our wedding photography. We were absolutely over the moon, as Richards style was perfect for us, and for the style of our wedding too.Richard wasn't just my photographer, he became a friend. He'd be there to talk about the wedding, he'd be there when I would have an idea, and he was even their during the wobbles! On our day, he was amazing through and through! He arrived while we were getting ready, and braved the craze of my sister's (he deserves a medal for that)He managed to capture them, and their cheeky side, alongside all different important features of where I got ready. He rode with us in the limo, helping keep us calm, snapping away, capturing some natural pics. During the ceremony, he caught a variety of gorgeous pictures!We hired a coach for everyone to get to the reception, Richard still managed to capture some gorgeous candid photos, without everyone realising. During the reception the same. Most importantly.. he mingled with family, he became part of our day as more than just a photographer, everybody loved him, and are still singing his praises too! Once he had finished, we showed our appreciation by giving him lots to drink. He stayed with us for a while after, after me telling him to put his camera down. He laughed, joked, and drank with us (sorry again for the slight hangover), most importantly he made memories with us, after capturing them all for us.I love my photos, double chins and all, I will truly treasure them forever. I will recommend in a heartbeat! Richard, from the bottom of my heart, thank you, we will forever be greatful, and will never forget what you did for us? More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

30 October 2018

So this review has been a long time coming, we have loved working with Richard and it feels like we are reviewing a friend. When I first found Richard and his work I was so excited for him to work his magic and capture our special day. His style is relaxed yet personal, he really captured our day perfectly.Our pre-wedding shoot really helped us both become more relaxed in front of the camera as we are reluctant subjects. We would definitely recommend doing this. We used some of the pictures for our wedding day, incorporating them into the plan for the day and our seating plan, the guests loved it.On our wedding day, we are so glad Richard was there, he just fitted in so well with all the family and the guests loved him. We love all the moments he has been able to capture, including all the dogs We would highly recommend getting in touch with Richard if you are looking for a photographer, he is amazing and we are so lucky to have him as part of team #glennen More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

25 July 2018

RGW is awesome and Myself and my wife would recommend RGW to anyone as he did amazing work for us in December and many Thanks

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

I was luckily enough to be given a free photo shoot after my sister in law won the competition and kindly gave me the shoot! After some discussion we decided to do the photo shoot in my garden as I was pregnant & not a fan of getting my bump out in public! Richard took some wonderful natural photos of my children running around and playing. As well as my bump! Richard made me feel relaxed and took his time allowing the children to take the lead at times! Nothing was too formal or forced! Highly recommend him! Thanks Richard! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Like having a friend there so relaxed and friendly love it and spending time with you your amazing x

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

So glad I chose Richard as our photographer. He was brilliant and so funny, he made us so relaxed. We love our photos and the beautiful package that arrived with them in. I would recommend him to anyone!

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Absolutely blown away with our photos

I would highly recommend Richard to anyone looking for a photographer.

This is the second shoot we have had with Richard, both times he has funny engaged with my daughter age 2 at our last shoot, and almost 4 at this shoot.

By the end of it she didn’t want to leave.

Thank you again for a great job xxx
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Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

I met Richard at a wedding where I was doing hair and found him so friendly and lovely! when the professional pictures were ready I was blown away by how gorgeous the photos were, attention to detail and special moments captured! and when Richard was looking for wedding suppliers for a themed shoot he was organising I jumped right in as I just love his work! x More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Just received our pre wedding photos back and we are both so happy with them � quality is lovely ! And Richard managed to capture some lovely moments between us. We had such a lovely day and Richard’s relaxed way to photos made us both feel at ease . Can’t wait to see our wedding pictures now in September � More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Me and Dave wanted to so a big thank you to Richard for everything he did on our wedding day back in November! Not only did he put me at ease on the morning of the wedding by helping with the little things like helping to do up my shoes up and opening the door to the endless knocks. But he was so welcoming and inviting to our family and friends.. Throughout the day we heard many compliments from our guests on how approachable and friendly Richard was! The service and photographs Richard provided us with were outstanding and we will highly recommend him! Apologies on the delayed review we would have done it sooner but it's been a bit hectic with Christmas and finding out we're expecting a baby! Thank you to Richard for everything you did and the help, service and photography from yourself on our special day! � More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

It's taken me a while to write this, because, for once in my life I was lost for words.

We won a competition Richard held to win our wedding photography. We were absolutely over the moon, as Richards style was perfect for us, and for the style of our wedding too.

Richard wasn't just my photographer, he became a friend. He'd be there to talk about the wedding, he'd be there when I would have an idea, and he was even their during the wobbles!

On our day, he was amazing through and through! He arrived while we were getting ready, and braved the craze of my sister's (he deserves a medal for that ��)He managed to capture them, and their cheeky side, alongside all different important features of where I got ready.

He rode with us in the limo, helping keep us calm, snapping away, capturing some natural pics. During the ceremony, he caught a variety of gorgeous pictures!

We hired a coach for everyone to get to the reception, Richard still managed to capture some gorgeous candid photos, without everyone realising. During the reception the same.
Most importantly.. he mingled with family, he became part of our day as more than just a photographer, everybody loved him, and are still singing his praises too!

Once he had finished, we showed our appreciation by giving him lots to drink. He stayed with us for a while after, after me telling him to put his camera down. He laughed, joked, and drank with us (sorry again for the slight hangover�), most importantly he made memories with us, after capturing them all for us.

I love my photos, double chins and all, I will truly treasure them forever.
I will recommend in a heartbeat!

Richard, from the bottom of my heart, thank you, we will forever be greatful, and will never forget what you did for us��
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Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Wow Wow Wow! �
Enough said I think, just received our pre wedding photoshoot images � absolutely love them and the fact we could involve our gorgeous boy was just wonderful. One happy couple right here! We are really excited to share our special day with you capturing such fond memories for us and with images like the ones we’ve just received its all we could have asked for.
Thank you for the hard work, patience and dedication you have put into us already Richard. Now roll on August � � � xx
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Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

All i can say is just recieved our engagement photo shoot, and the photos are breath taking and beautiful. Thank you Richard. I can't wait untill august!! Me and my partner are very sarcastic with each other but even Richard managed to capture the love we have for each other behind sarcasm and jokes! I'm really happy with these I am going to print every single one of these off and place them in a special album! If you want an amazing, funny and unique/ quirky photos Richard is your guy. He truly makes you less nervous and is more of your friend than a photographer! Love me, Paul & fozz xx More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

RGW Photography was hands down the best choice we could ever have made for our wedding photographs!! Richard went above and beyond the call of duty, he was there for every shot we wanted and all of the ones we didn’t know we wanted. He was friendly, funny and professional and we were honoured he shared our special day with us. All of our friends and family commented on how nice he was and how amazing his photography was. If you are looking for a wedding photographer look no further than RGW photos, you will not be disappointed �� More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

We cannot recommend RGW Photos highly enough. He has done a brilliant job of capturing our special day. I picked him originally because his prices were much lower than other wedding photographers and we were on a tight budget, but he is so much more than just good value! His style of photography is unique and arty as apposed to regimented and boring, and there are so many pictures...only problem now is, how to pick a favourite!? Thank you Richard, you did a fantastic job! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

As a wedding venue decorator, I have had the pleasure of working alongside Richard on several occasions. I am always amazed by the attention to detail he captures! He has an eye for a great photo and is friendly, calm and very much a perfectionist who demands nothing but the best for his couples. His approach is unobtrusive and quiet, and his professionalism and love for weddings is evident in everything he does. Book Richard as your wedding photographer and you will never regret it. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

I can't thank Richard enough for everything. He went above and beyond on both our pre wedding shot and on our wedding day. He is genuinely such a nice guy and makes you feel so relaxed in front of the camera (a hard task for me!) and the shots he gets are truly amazing. I am so glad we booked Richard and can't recommend him enough. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Fantastic photographer, the end result photos were better than we ever expected, very nice guy and resonably priced! Thanks Richard

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Richard done our wedding! His first LGBT � Wedding and we were honoured to have him picture our day! He captured every element we wanted and more! And we have developed an amazing friendship with him and the company too! Book this man! You'd be an idiot if you didn't ��� More...

Reviewed on Facebook

25 July 2018

Richard did our wedding photos and I would highly recommend

Reviewed on Facebook

28 May 2018

I would highly recommend Richard for your photography. His work is outstanding and has a great eye for detail.The photos I have recieved are amazing. ..just what I imagined . Im so glad I chose him as my Photographer More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

28 May 2018

I've have worked with Richard on two recent styled photo shoots. Richard is not just a photographer, he has an incredible eye for those details and extra touches that help capture those perfect shots. He is professional and conscientious, and will definitely go the extra mile without being intrusive on a brides wedding day to ensure that all those amazing memories are not lost. More...

Reviewed on Google Maps

28 May 2018

Richard is an extremely talented, friendly professional wedding photographer who will put you totally at ease on your wedding day. His documentary style of photography is relaxed and modern and will provide you with beautiful memories to look back on for many years. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for stylish, contemporary wedding photography. More...

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28 May 2018

Richard is an incredible photographer with a great eye for detail. He has provided photos for me on several occasions now and they are always perfect. He has never let me down! His service is outstanding with great communication throughout the process. Thank you Richard! More...

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28 May 2018

RGW photos took our wedding pictures and they are amazing. Richard is brilliant, talented, professional and friendly. As well as that he offers very good value for money. Photos are arty, natural and original. If you want value for money, and wonderful memories captured brilliantly look no further. Highly recommend. More...

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Understanding your clients needs, being prepared for those moments and having a passion for what you're photographing.

What are you hoping to get from your photography?
Do you have a particular style of photography you prefer?

Meeting new people, being a part of their special days - which is a total honour - and capturing their day for the couples to treasure.

I've always wanted to be my own boss and especially doing something that I love. And I love photography more than anything else. I love working with people, so weddings and portraits suit me down to the ground.

I'm a relaxed and easy going person with a passion for photography.. I won't make you pose awkwardly with your arms in weird positions. I like you to be you, and for anyone looking at your photos to be able to see your true character and personality shine through.

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