Twig & Vine Photography specialises in natural, editorial-style wedding and portrait photography. Based between Derby and Nottingham, I capture honest moments with a calm, unobtrusive approach. With over 20 years of experience, I work closely with clients to create timeless, story-driven images that reflect who they are.
33 customer reviews
Paisley Bryan
I reached out to Mamad for a photographer for our engagement party and I'm so glad I found him because from the get go, Mamad was so calm, relaxed and opens to all my ideas, he asked all the right questions and everything I requested he went along with gladly. As it was an engagement party and not a wedding, I had said to Mamad just take mostly candid photos capturing the party and celebrations and he delivered on this perfectly and now we have so many special memories captured of this night with all famliy, friends and being able to watch the night unfold through a lens is so special, all thanks to Mamad. 100% would recommend and the turn around for receiving all of our photos was only a few days. Thank you Mamad. More...
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Izzy Sales
I could not recommend Mamad more. From the initial call with him, he was totally relaxed whilst being so professional and knew exactly the sort of style we were after which was laid back, simple and with a desire to capture the candid moments throughout the day. From the moment Mamad arrived, he instantly made me feel at ease and relaxed, he didn't ask lots of questions, he just simply started taking pictures and those are truly some of my favourite pictures of the day, just candid shots of me, my bridesmaids and my family getting ready. He is subtle and so discreet, we went for the full day package (which I highly recommend) but I can honestly say I didn't notice him once on the day apart from when we were doing our couple pictures and even then he didn't once ask us to fake laugh or make us pose, they are just genuine pictures which are just beautiful - he knew all the right angles and lighting and they are just amazing. He really captured the day as it happened in such an authentic way (and even captured moments we don't remember!) and we are still looking at the pictures in awe and will continue to do so in many years to come. He also turned around our pictures so quickly which we were so pleasantly surprised about. They really are so beautiful. We remember looking through so many reviews of photographers before we were finally recommended Mamad so if, like me, you're reading this review, definitely book him, you will not regret it and you'll have the most beautiful photos of a very special day. I can't recommend him enough. Thank you, Mamad. More...
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Georgina Magowan
We got married on the 2nd of November, Mamad did an amazing job taking photos and capturing some really special moments. Throughout the day he fitted in amazingly well with everyone and made us feel so comfortable, we couldn't recommend him highly enough he was just so lovely and easy going and extremely professional. The photos he captured are fantastic and we are so happy with how they turned out, we love Mamad's style. We received a photo preview really quickly and the full album soon after. Thank you Mamad. More...
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Brooke Lawton
We decided to book our wedding very last minute and I was very overwhelmed by the choices including photographers. I wasn’t sure how anyone picked a photographer as I thought they all did the same kind of thing. However when I came across Mamad’s profile I knew instantly that his pictures stood out and looked special compared to other companies. Mamad did such a great job picturing the day. Leading up to the wedding he was clear and communicated well, available to chat on zoom, and provided me really useful emails. The photo gallery is very easy to view and use once the pictures are ready, I loved that Mamad has social media and we were able to see preview of some of the pics the day after. Overall I’d say a lot of things are suggested for a wedding and it’s easy to get lost in what you need and what you don’t need but 100% recommend Twig and Vine photography as these will be memories I’ll look back on that were taken in such a special way More...
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Lucy Henderson
I wanted some family photos to celebrate mine and my husbands 10 year wedding anniversary, including our kids and found Mamad through love my dress (as I knew the calibre of photographer was very high). From our first meeting to the day of the shoot, Mamad was an absolute dream to work with. Very easy going and easy to get on with it felt like exactly the vibe I was after. On the day, he was perfect at directing and suggesting lots of shots but not overbearing and I think the final images reflect the relaxed and candid nature, they are absolutely stunning. I will treasure these photos forever. Thank you Mamad. I won't hesitate to be booking again. More...
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Claire Pegg
We could not recommend Mamad enough! Not only are we completely in love with our photos but also Mamad was an absolute pleasure to deal with throughout. Emails were responded to quickly and we got our photos back so soon after our wedding. Thank you so much for giving us photos that we will treasure for the rest of our lives! And for not giving up on me when I got grumpy during the photos We would not hesitate to recommend you to any of our family and friends. Claire & James X More...
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Gaz Jones
I cannot recommend Twig & Vine enough. I chose this photographer as I wanted something unique, different and out of the ordinary, and we got exactly that. If you're considering using this photographer, I'd suggest doing so. You won't regret it. More...
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Fred Egglenton
Mamad did an absolute amazing job at our wedding. We can't recommend him enough! It was amazing just how happy and calm he made us feel throughout the whole of our day. We wouldn't have chosen anyone else as we could see from our first meeting with him that he would be the perfect photographer for our day. As you will see from all his work on this page all his weddings are unique and from the few pictures that we have seen so far from our wedding we know Mamad has captured our day just as we wanted. We cannot wait to see the rest of our photos now and also order a wedding album. Thank you for all your help on the day and we will definitely be recommending you to all our friends and family. More...
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Julie Wong
We were so very happy with the service Mamad provided from start to finish. He was by far the most professional of all the wedding vendors I dealt with. Emails were replied to within 24 hours and he always turned up either a little early or on time for all appointments. His turnaround for providing us with copies of our photos for the trial shoot and the wedding day itself was also remarkably quick for a very busy period of the year. Mamad was so humble and friendly and approachable, I cannot speak highly enough of him. His documentary style photography was just what I was looking for. He was so subtle and inobtrusive in capturing just the right moments of our wedding day, all my family and friends remarked how beautiful the photos were and how well he documented the atmosphere of the day. He was also flexible and was happy to capture posed photos when we wanted them as well, but my favourites have to be the candid ones! We will be looking back at these photos for many years to come. Thank you very much Mamad for being there for us and recording our most special day! More...
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Danny Cotterill
We really cannot recommend Mamad enough, since receiving our wedding photos we’ve looked at them several times and every time we see something different. He has literally told the story of the whole of our amazing day in pictures! We will have these photos that will remind us of our wedding day forever and for that we will be forever thankful to you Mamad. If your looking for a photographer to capture every moment of your special day then you really should consider Twig & Vine.... Thank you again Mamad, Danny & Kirsty More...
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Linnhe Bratt
We really can not express to anyone who reads this review how pleased and touched we are by our wedding photos. We intentionally chose Mamad as we loved his documentary style photography- we didn’t want set pictures- we wanted to look back at our photos and see the entire story of our day.
Wow! Mamad! You delivered! We were blown away by our pictures and we will truly treasure them forever. Not only are our pictures fantastic - we loved having you share the day with us. You were relaxed and fun - and we felt so comfortable with you.....which completely shows in our pictures.
Choosing your photographer is a big deal- it takes times to filter through styles which appeal and it’s a massive financial commitment as well. Mamad- you were the best investment we made! We will love the pictures forever. THANK YOU.
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Linnhe Bratt
We really can not express to anyone who reads this review how pleased and touched we are by our wedding photos. We intentionally chose Mamad as we loved his documentary style photography- we didn’t want set pictures- we wanted to look back at our photos and see the entire story of our day. Wow! Mamad! You delivered! We were blown away by our pictures and we will truly treasure them forever. Not only are our pictures fantastic - we loved having you share the day with us. You were relaxed and fun - and we felt so comfortable with you.....which completely shows in our pictures. More...
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Narguess Ghahreman
I love the new name...very earthy! Well done Mamad, your photos always look great.
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Jayne Crowder
Mamad is an excellent photographer! Our wedding photos are amazing, very natural, they actually tell the story of our day, exactly what we both wanted! Would definitely recommend him!
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Tom Pearne
Mamad was brilliant, The photos you captured are perfect and will stay with us for a lifetime!
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Claire Burnett
Amazing family photo shoot with outstanding images. We felt totally at ease and were blown away with the results. Would definitely recommend to friends and family
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Tim John Cameron-Kitchen
Mamad's photos of our wedding are absolutely stunning, but importantly he fitted in with our day absolutely seamlessly, blending in and capturing moments that we just didn't notice at the time. We were so pleased with the final photos and would unreservedly recommend Mamad to any couple looking for a fantastic photographer More...
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Felicity Jay
Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to Mamad for a stunning wedding photos! We are thrilled with them and its becoming increasingly difficult to pick our favourites to print each time we look at them! From our initial meeting to our engagement shoot and then finally wedding day, Mamad was professional, enthusiastic and focused on getting the best shots of myself and my now husband! I cant thank you enough, so glad we chose you, a very talented photographer who we cannot recommend enough! Thank you for helping us make memories of the best day of our lives. Felicity & Adam Jay x More...
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Deanne Logan
Thank you so much for photographing our wedding on 1st June. We had the most magical day and your role in capturing that was incredible.
We loved seeing the photos in the online gallery and then to receive the photos on the memory stick in the beautiful package was wonderful.
You captured the mood, atmosphere and overwhelming sense of love we remember of our day. You have provided a journey of our day, from the emotions of getting ready, to the ceremony and to the super relaxed afternoon in the sunshine.
We are so glad we asked you to photograph our special day and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend you, you were a pleasure to have there on our day.
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Joe Lynam
A bit of a strange review but unfortunately we didn't even get the chance to book Twig and Vine because a family friend owns a photography business and offered us a wedding package at a brilliant price.
The reason I have chosen to write this review is because of the contact we have had with Twig and Vine. The professionalism of the company is outstanding. They responded to emails very quickly, were keen to meet us to discuss our wedding plans and we're very accommodating in arranging a date to do so.
What impressed me the most was their response when unfortunately we had let them down on a date we had booked to meet due to booking our family friend. Even after letting them down they did not at all change their customer service and we received a lovely email wishing us all the best. I truly am gutted to not be working with them and if (as most people) we weren't working to such a tight wedding budget I'm sure we would have booked such a lovely company.
P.s The prices they had previously quoted and the portfolio we had seen from Twig and Vine were some of the best!!!
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Kirsty Jane Cotterill
Five stars Isn’t enough for this guy!!! When we were looking for a photographer to capture our special day all the photographers we contacted just wanted a deposit to secure the day, Mamad was the only one that wanted to meet with us for a chat and discuss what we wanted! He has been professional with the whole process keeping us informed and he really listened to what we said. We’ve not received our photos yet as we only got married 11 days ago but the taster photos we have seen so far are amazing, we just know that the rest will be outstanding!! If your considering booking a photographer we can’t recommend twig and vine enough. Thanks again Mamad for being a perfect addition to our fantastic day . xx More...
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Gavin Evans
Mamad did a really wonderful job at our wedding and was a joy to work with leading up to our wedding. Mamad is not intrusive and is calm and patient. He has certainly captured the most special day of our lives in the most special way! More...
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Lian Dimaro
Mamad is a very talented photographer, it was a pleasure to have him capture our big day. Mamad is warm, relaxed and creates an ideal atmosphere for telling your story. Thank you so much for helping us create such beautiful moments and photographs that we will treasure forever. More...
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Laura Wright
Where to begin! We were delighted with our wedding photographs from Mamad. His style is unobtrusive, elegant and relaxed, and his images captured our day perfectly. Mamad is professional and calm, and we knew we wanted him to photograph our wedding from our first meeting. Our engagement shoot really helped us become comfortable in front of the camera, and this meant we were relaxed on the big day itself.Myself and my husband could not recommend Twig & Vine Photography enough. Thank you!Mr and Mrs Wright More...
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Deanne & Alistair Logan
Thank you so much for photographing our wedding on 1st June. We had the most magical day and your role in capturing that was incredible. We loved seeing the photos in the online gallery and then to receive the photos on the memory stick in the beautiful package was wonderful.You captured the mood, atmosphere and overwhelming sense of love we remember of our day. You have provided a journey of our day, from the emotions of getting ready, to the ceremony and to the super relaxed afternoon in the sunshine.We are so glad we asked you to photograph our special day and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend you, you were a pleasure to have there on our day.Deanne & Alistair More...
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Tania Stephens
We loved the shots Mamad was able to capture for our wedding day and he was fantastic on the day!
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Tom Pearne-Webb
Mamad was great, He blended in to our wedding like one of the guests which was just what we wanted. He took the most incredible photos that will stay with us for a lifetime. I cant thank you enough for memories! (Even the ones of the late groomsmen) More...
Deanne Logan
Thank you so much for photographing our wedding on 1st June. We had the most magical day and your role in capturing that was incredible. We loved seeing the photos in the online gallery and then to receive the photos on the memory stick in the beautiful package was wonderful. More...
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Lauren Cartwright
Mamad was the most fantastic photographer and captured our day perfectly! Such an amazing addition to the day and images to treasure for the rest of our lives! As two people who don't really like being photographed, Mamad made us feel so comfortable and most importantly relaxed! Thankyou just isn't a big enough word! If you're going to make sure you get one thing for your wedding make it Twig&Vine! More...
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Hannah Kimberley
I am thrilled with my head shot photos from Twig and Vine. As a performer, my shots need to be right in order for me to work, and Mamad listened to everything I wanted. The shots I received were natural and were a true representation of myself. Mamad made me feel comfortable whilst being professional, relaxed and very welcoming. A pleasure to work with! I will definitely be returning when I'm in need of new photos... Thanks Mamad! More...
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Cyrus Massoudi
Fantastic photographer. Very professional and efficient service that provided us with wonderful pictures to remember our wedding with. Much more than just your average boring wedding photography!! More...
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Ben Adams
Mamad helped me out with a top quality profile picture, no fuss and a great standard of work. I was made to feel at ease which helped to get such a good selection of images. Many thanks.
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What do you love most about your job?
The fact that I have the privilege of capturing the most precious day of a couples' life for them and their family gives me the biggest kick.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I've had my own business since I left Photography College back in 1993. I always wanted to follow in my father's footsteps.
Why should our clients choose you?
I hope that my work will speak for itself. But in addition to that, I am a photographer who works hard to provide the very best in service as well as the final imagery that I deliver.
Wedding Photography
Documentary style wedding Photography.
Portrait Photography
Documentary style family portrait photography.