About Me – Craig Maunder Photography
Hi! I’m Craig, an experienced photographer based in the beautiful Village of Bedwas, Caerphilly. While I work mainly in South and West Wales and the West of England, I’m happy to travel across the UK to capture your special moments.
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26 customer reviews
Myfanwy Lewis
Fantastic service and great photos. Craig made me feel at ease and communicated throughout the entire way. Highly recommend.
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Rhiannon Parry
Craig has been absolutely amazing from start to finish. Last October he travelled down from Barry to NewCastle Emlyn in West Wales to do a pre wedding photo shoot with us and the photos were brilliant! !! It was a perfect way to get to know Craig. Again he travelled down to NewCastle Emlyn to capture our special day on 9th August 2025. Throughout the whole day Craig went with the flow and there was no pressure from him. Craig is a professional, very friendly, easy to get on with, patient & friendly. On the day of our wedding Craig was with us girls capturing the morning, he made us all feel comfortable. Throughout the whole day he wasn’t in your face, he listens to you and is so so patient in between photos. We highly recommend Craig to capture your special day!! Our wedding photos are absolutely amazing, we are over the moon with every single one!!!! Craig even stayed after the first dance to capture more of the evening party and our guests for us, most photographers would leave after first dance but fair play Craig stayed right until the very end. I’ll select a few photos of our day that Craig had taken. Thank you so much again Craig☺️ x More...
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sarah hynes
Would 100% recommend Craig to any couple tying the knot, from the moment we met him, Craig put us at ease , he is super friendly and professional. From the initial meeting to the big day Craig went above and beyond to make sure the photos he captured were natural and truly special. We loved our engagement photoshoot which was a great idea to get us comfortable in-front of the camera and trial different angles/ shots before the wedding. We even used one of our engagement shoot photos as our wedding signage because we loved it so much ! Craig is super talented at what he does and offers great prices/ packages . We were truly blown away with our wedding photos. Thankyou so much Craig for capturing our special day !! Forever grateful More...
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Rhiannon Miles
We booked a mini family photoshoot with Craig. He was so patient and kind, especially with our young children, who are not always the easiest. He really brought the best out in them and we have received the most beautiful photos. I liked that the children led the session so that our photos were natural, and this helped keep the children calm and create beautiful memories. He was knowledgeable and helpful during the booking process, even being flexible when the weather forecast was bad. An added bonus was being able to choose a place that was special to us to have our pictures taken at. I have already recommended Craig to family and friends. More...
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Gez Jones
It was a pleasure to have Craig capture mine and my wife’s wedding day, very professional. The pre wedding shoot with our family was perfect, The pictures are outstanding and amazing quality. Craig is a really nice, friendly guy. On our wedding day Craig was awesome wasn’t rushing people he just went with the flow. Also Craig stayed an extra or two to capture the evening party more! The pictures he has sent us of previews of the wedding day are beautiful and stunning capturing our perfect day! Highly recommended to anyone who is getting married. Thank you again Craig Much appreciated from the Orpin-Jones family! More...
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Lynne Elizabeth
Thank you so much for the fantastic photos you shared for our daughter's prom at Llechwen Hall on the 23rd of June 2025 Captured the evening beautifully! Highly recommend you
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Leah Browning
Craig was thorough from start to finish and we’ve had some beautiful results of our photos so far! He gave us a pre-wedding photoshoot which was fantastic for getting us prepared for our poses so that we knew exactly what to do on the day. Thank you Craig for making our day that little bit more special 🥰 More...
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hayley johnson
Hired Craig to take photos at my daughter & son-in-laws engagement, I wouldn't hesitate to book Craig again for any event, he is such a lovely man, & nothing was too much trouble, everyone said how professional he was but also just didn't know he was there, we loved the way he caught everyone so naturally, & captured the evening beautifully, & took wonderful posed family shots & capturing all the little details that make the evening so special, he is also helping us create a photobook, we have some wonderful memories to look back on & treasure forever thank you so much.
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Jenniffer Griffiths
Craig was amazing from start to finish! He made the entire wedding photography experience a breeze, and couldn't do enough for us. We enjoyed having a pre-wedding shoot before the big day, and always felt totally at ease. When the wedding day came, Craig went above and beyond! He literally captured everything from us getting ready at 7.30am to the final dance in the evening party at midnight. I cannot recommend him enough! We will be forever grateful for the beautiful memories he captured for us More...
Stephanie M
I can't recommend Craig Maunder Photography enough! He captured our wedding day perfectly and made the whole experience effortless. His attention to detail, professionalism, and friendly-ness made us feel so comfortable, and the photos turned out absolutely stunning. From candid moments to the couple shots, every picture was amazing! We're absolutly thrilled with his work and are so grateful for the memories he helped preserve. If you're looking for a talented photographer, Craig is the one! More...
penny maguire
Craig takes wonderful, memorable photos. I am very happy with his selection of pictures on my special occasion. He is friendly and polite, his ease with people made us all feel comfortable. I will use him again for my next event. More...
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Jennifer Gill
Craig was amazing from start to finish! He made the entire wedding photography experience a breeze, and couldn't do enough for us. We enjoyed having a pre-wedding shoot before the big day, and always felt totally at ease. When the wedding day came, Craig went above and beyond! He literally captured everything from us getting ready at 7.30am to the final dance in the evening party at midnight. I cannot recommend him enough! We will be forever grateful for the beautiful memories he captured for us 🤍 More...
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Liset Bacigalupo
Where do I begin on how amazing it is to work with Craig and how AMAZING his photos are? I live in the U.S. and my now husband is Welsh. When we decided to get married in Wales I was so excited but nervous because I didn't have many married friends there and couldn't ask around for vendors. We can all agree one of the most critical things in your wedding is picking a great photographer so I was extremely picky. We found Craig online, he was the first photographer whose photos I loved, so we booked him. We got married early August 2024 and every aspect of working with him was amazing. We met initially through a Google teams web call where he answered every question I had. (I had a lot) He then sent us follow up emails to check-in and make sure we were all set, and once we were in Wales the month before our wedding he came over and met with us in person to go through all the details of how our day would go and make sure he wrote down the names of everyone we wanted to take pictures with. On the day of the wedding he did such a great job of capturing every moment, every smile, and more. He then got us some preview photos SO QUICKLY. I cannot recommend Craig enough...you will have the most amazing photographer ever! More...
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Chelsea Taylor
Event & Party Photography
Craig Maunder was our photographer for our sixth form prom. He was punctual and when arrived asked us what photos we specifically wanted what times certain things where happening throughout the night and was really great. He was there the whole evening was really involved with all the students and got amazing photos which were uploaded to a drive and we were given QR codes to access them. More...
Kay Lewis
Our photos are perfect and captured all of the special moments we shared with family and friends on the day. Thank you!
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Alison Rees
Craig was very friendly and put us at ease both before and during our wedding. He made sure he understood our requests in advance and all went smoothly on the day. Apart from the official posed photos we didn't even know he was there snapping away taking lovely photos that captured our day. Thank you again Craig. More...
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Bec
Wedding Photography
Craig was great from preparation to the day itself. Asked lots of questions to understand what we wanted from the day. To being there and getting the photos we wanted and making everyone feel at ease. Everyone said what a lovely chap he was. Highly recommend! More...
Heini Griffiths
Craig photographed our engagement photo shoot and wedding. He took the time to arrange a number of consultations at our convenience to make us feel at ease. Craig arrived before the wedding and left with our last guests to capture every memory for us. He was a pleasure to have at our wedding being well mannered and so friendly! All of our guests commented about how professional he is and how he’d caught all the important and candid moments which will make the photos not just professional but meaningful memories! We can not thank Craig enough! More...
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Nadine Thomas
Craig has been incredible from the day we enquired about his services. He provided us with an engagement shoot, which was perfect to break the ice and get to know each other, a pre wedding consultation and kept us updated on his ideas. On the day of the wedding Craig was with the bridal party from getting ready, he made us feel comfortable and at ease, he stayed right u til the very end to capture all the candid moments. He’s not an in your face photographer,he listens to you, and offers advice. I highly recommend Craig’s services. Preview images came back within 48 hours as promised, so no hanging on for months to relive your special day. Thank you Craig. You were fantastic! More...
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Ffiôn Hillard
Absolutely fantastic photographer, can not recommend Craig enough! He was fantastic! Pictures are amazing and he really captured our special day! Thank you so much x
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Mr and Mrs Davies-Davies
Wedding Photography
Where to start, after posting for a photographer on here Craig was selected from a shortlist and work began. His professionalism throughout shone through.
From the initial meeting to the wedding day he couldn’t have done anymore for us.
Nothing was too much for him, we had several changes of plans with group photos etc but he took it in his stride and delivered top service.
On the wedding day, he was one of the first to arrive and one of the last to leave. At one point I thought I was going to wake up to a photo shoot. His work ethic was second to none.
Our previews are spectacular and are excited for the final photos.
If you need a photographer, choose Craig
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Ashleigh
General Photography
I can't fault Craig! He was professional when emailing back and forth organising times of the party. He arrived on time and fitted right in!
It was such a relief to know I didn't need to stress about capturing memories and could just enjoy being in the moment.
Will definitely be booking Craig again!
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Sarah Garwood
We attended one of Craig’s mini Christmas photo shoots. He accommodated the entire family, had toys for the children to play with when they (undoubtedly) became overwhelmed. The resulting photos are stunning, they really are lovely. Thank you so much Craig! More...
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Janeve Morgan
We were lucky enough to have Craig take our engagement photos and our wedding photos and we can't recommend him enough 😄 Craig is really patient, kind, understand, attentive and really organised. His attention to detail is brilliant. We didn't have to put any effort into thinking of photo ideas and that took a lot of pressure off us in the run up to the wedding and on the day! We've seen our wedding previews and we are over the moon, the photos are stunning! Thank you Craig 👏😄 More...
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Janeve Linnet Manca
We were lucky enough to have Craig take our engagement photos and our wedding photos and we can't recommend him enough 😄 Craig is really patient, kind, understand, attentive and really organised. His attention to detail is brilliant. We didn't have to put any effort into thinking of photo ideas and that took a lot of pressure off us in the run up to the wedding and on the day! We've seen our wedding previews and we are over the moon, the photos are stunning! Thank you Craig 👏😄 More...
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Kate Martey
Craig was a fantastic photographer on our wedding day. From the start, he was relaxed and approachable with a keen attention to detail. His communication during the planning and preparation of the day was second to none and helped put us at ease on the day. On the day, he was professional, patient and friendly whilst ensuring things ran smoothly and the groomsmen were kept in line...!! Craig has captured so many special moments from our wedding day that we will always cherish. Thank you. More...
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
Preparation - I always prepare by holding consultations with my clients to get a sense of exactly what they are looking for for their pictures
Patience - particularly when photographing little ones
Great Light and knowing where to find it also helps
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
What are you looking for in terms of style. Do you prefer posed pictures or more natural candid captures?
What do you love most about your job?
I love meeting new people and capturing and documenting the key moments of their lives is a real honour and privilage.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I loved the idea of working for myself and being in control of my time and business
Why should our clients choose you?
I am a reliable hard working professional and will provide a warm and friendly service to you. I am passionate about photography and delivering the very best for my customers at all times I will happily go above and beyond when needed to do this.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
I am happy to hold consultations remotely if preferred
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Regular sanatising, social distancing and mask wearing if it is required. I will follow government advice
Wedding Photography
I have packages to cover all budgets
I can cover bridal preperations to late and everything in-between
I am invested in making sure you get memories to keep from your special day
I am fully insured and always carry backup equipment
Event photogrpahy
Birthday/anniversary Parties
School Proms
Festivals and sporting events