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2023 Hitched Wedding Photographer of the year Award.
2022 Winner of the UK Enterprise Awards for:
Best Wedding Photographer (Leicestershire) & Most relaxed Wedding Photographer (East Midlands)
Shelley Costello is an award winning documentary-style wedding photographer based out of Leicester, England.
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60 customer reviews
Demi&Paul
Wedding Photography
I would recommend Shelley to anyone asking for a decently priced photographer. She is very professional and takes some amazing photos!
I was told there could be up to a 4-6 week waiting time before getting my photos but I had my photos back shortly after 2 weeks!
When having some complaints over p specific photos missing, Shelley took it in her stride and got the issue sorted as soon as she could!
Shelley wasn’t just a photographer, she helped me get the girls ready because our nails were too long! One of our dresses ripped and she helped to mend the dress with safety pins which she brought with her!
With us being completely clueless with what we was doing in the day she talked us through every step of the way and was really guiding and supportive.
Honestly wouldn’t recommend anyone else.
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Anna pescatore
Wedding Photography
Shelly was outstanding through out the whole process of our wedding. We would throughly recommend her for your special day. We want to say a big thank you to her for making our day that extra special. X More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Anna & Mark, thank you so much for you lovely review. I loved being able to capture your day for you and for having the opportunity to see you both again at the beach for more photos! Hopefully in the future at some point we will get that sunset photograph! Keep in touch and thank you again, Shelley
Scott Collins
Shelley was fantastic from beginning to end for our wedding. Shelley takes great pride in her work, very professional and friendly. The photos Shelley provided after our wedding were superb and confirmed that we chose the perfect photographer to capture our day. I highly recommend Shelley if you want great photos, a friendly face who will go above and beyond to make your day special. More...
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Scott Collins
Shelley was fantastic from beginning to end for our wedding. Shelley takes great pride in her work, very professional and friendly. The photos Shelley provided after our wedding were superb and confirmed that we chose the perfect photographer to capture our day. I highly recommend Shelley if you want great photos, a friendly face who will go above and beyond to make your day special. More...
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Scott Collins
Shelley was fantastic from beginning to end for our wedding. Shelley takes great pride in her work, very professional and friendly. The photos Shelley provided after our wedding were superb and confirmed that we chose the perfect photographer to capture our day. I highly recommend Shelley if you want great photos, a friendly face who will go above and beyond to make your day special. More...
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Katie
Wedding Photography
We used Shelley for our last minute wedding, she was super friendly and accommodating. We met up before our big day which allowed us to discuss what we wanted in details, she continously kept in touch after through messages and calls that reassured us.
She has also exceeded our expectations with the photos and the turnaround time has been fantastic. We cannot recommend her enough and will definitely use her services again in the future for other events. Thanks Shelley! X
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Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Katie, thank you so much for your wonderful review. Your wedding was beautiful and hope you are all well. Looking forward to seeing your little one. Thank you again so much. Shelley
Mrs J Hawkins
Wedding Photography
Initial contact friendly, flexible and professional. Looking forward to working with her.
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you, June, that's very helpful and much appreciated. Looking forward to meeting you both and capturing your wedding.
Marek and Jolene
Wedding Photography
Very friendly and professional photographer.
Highly recomended.
We had great time and photos are proof for years to come.
We will definitely use Shelley services again.
Thanks for everything
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Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you both very much for your lovely review, appreciate your kinds words. Many thanks, Shelley
Amy Ouedraogo
The best photographer you’ll ever have. Shelley is both kind and professional, bringing the most comfortable yet magical photoshoot you could have for any occasion! I’ve booked her now for our wedding and a special birthday and love that she’s part of our important occasions More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Amy, thank you so much. Your wedding was so beautiful and it has been lovely to be able to capture your Grandad's birthday too. Keep in touch and look forward to seeing you soon. Thank you again, Shelley
Helen & Jon Lee
Wedding Photography
Shelley was our photographer for our wedding.from the beginning Shelley has been brilliant in communicating back to us and has always been quick to reply to messages and keeping up to date with us. Shelley suggested ideas for photos that we hadnt thought off and was fantastic on the day itself.The photos taken were beautiful and were presented to us after the wedding in a lovely slideshow and USB stick. More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Your wedding was beautiful, thanks again!
Sarah Haslum
Wedding Photography
I felt at ease as soon as we had booked Shelley. She gave us everything we wanted for our wedding. Professional , attention to detail and communication were just first class. Highly recommend Shelley, made us feel so comfortable, and the slide show and pictures are just amazing Thank you More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you so much, Sarah. You are such a beautiful couple and loved photographing your wedding. Your family and friends were all lovely.
Becky
General Photography
I can not rate Shelley enough, just wonderful.
An absolute pleasure to have as our photographer. Communication was great, Shelley accommodated our needs and requests.
Shelley was engaging with the guests, and made us feel relaxed. The photos were beautiful, which we can always cherish. Thank you so much
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Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you so much Becky for your review! I really appreciate that. Loved your wedding so much. Thank you again
Steven Judge Freeman
If anyone is looking for a professional photographer I’d recommend Shelly, she did my wedding and her results are absolutely amazing!
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Steven Judge Freeman
If anyone is looking for a professional photographer I’d recommend Shelly, she did my wedding and her results are absolutely amazing!
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Steven Judge Freeman
If anyone is looking for a professional photographer I’d recommend Shelly, she did my wedding and her results are absolutely amazing!
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Stella Brady
Shelley photographed our wedding a few weeks ago and she was absolutely amazing. Made everyone feel so at ease and welcomed requests for any particular group shots people wanted.
We received the finished photos within a week of the wedding and truly loved all of them!
Shelley is a very friendly, warm and easy going lady that I will be highly recommending to anyone needing a photographer in the future!
Thank you again Shelley xx
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Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Ah amazing, thank you so much Stella, it was such a beautiful wedding and an honour to do! Thank you
Stella Brady
Shelley photographed our wedding a few weeks ago and she was absolutely amazing. Made everyone feel so at ease and welcomed requests for any particular group shots people wanted.
We received the finished photos within a week of the wedding and truly loved all of them!
Shelley is a very friendly, warm and easy going lady that I will be highly recommending to anyone needing a photographer in the future!
Thank you again Shelley xx
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Stella Brady
Shelley photographed our wedding a few weeks ago and she was absolutely amazing. Made everyone feel so at ease and welcomed requests for any particular group shots people wanted.
We received the finished photos within a week of the wedding and truly loved all of them!
Shelley is a very friendly, warm and easy going lady that I will be highly recommending to anyone needing a photographer in the future!
Thank you again Shelley xx
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Stella Brady
Shelley photographed our wedding a few weeks ago and she was absolutely amazing. Made everyone feel so at ease and welcomed requests for any particular group shots people wanted. We received the finished photos within a week of the wedding and truly loved all of them! Shelley is a very friendly, warm and easy going lady that I will be highly recommending to anyone needing a photographer in the future! Thank you again Shelley xx More...
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Barbara Charles
Wedding Photography
I would like to thank Shelley she was lovely to work with and took some beautiful pictures. She captured our day perfectly, reflecting the happy day that it was
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you so much Barbara. It was such a beautiful wedding and it was an honour, just gorgeous.
Barbara Charles
I absolutely recommend Shelley she took some beautiful pictures. She was a pleasure to work with and captured some lovely natural photos. And I would definitely use her again for any future events. More...
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Barbara Charles
I absolutely recommend Shelley she took some beautiful pictures. She was a pleasure to work with and captured some lovely natural photos. And I would definitely use her again for any future events. More...
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Barbara Charles
I absolutely recommend Shelley she took some beautiful pictures. She was a pleasure to work with and captured some lovely natural photos. And I would definitely use her again for any future events. More...
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Keeli Judge
Beautiful photos that captur the spirit.
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks so much Keeli
Anne Ingram
Shelley makes you feel comfortable and relaxed which in turn delivers a natural looking photo. Shelley did our wedding photos and we are absolutely thrilled with them
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks Anne! Really appreciate that xx
Melanie Hallam
What a professional! Shelley not only captures moments but she also captures moods and emotions… I have been lucky enough to have her as my photographer several times, my 50th birthday party, work pictures and a family gathering… she seemed to be everywhere to capture everything! Moments I missed because I couldn’t be everywhere at the same time! More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks Mel, really appreciate that so much! xx
Daisy
I have worked with Shelley in the past and plan to ask her, to sprinkle her magic over some promotional and personal shots in the future. Shelley has a great talent in making subjects relaxed in front of the lens and getting some truly unique pictures. More...
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks so much Eilidh, really appreciate it xx
bekki skinner
Shelley has done a number of photography sessions for us and we are never disappointed. She is able to capture every moment perfectly and naturally. Would highly recommend
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks love, really appreciate that xx
Dannie
Shelley is an amazing photographer! She captures beautiful memories to last a life time and I would always recommend her. Shelley is spectacular at capturing ‘in the moment shots’ and always snaps the best photo’s of the person that says ‘I can’t smile in front a of a camera’
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Overall a lovely talented lady and a 10/10!
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Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks Dannie, that's fantastic, really appreciate it xx
Neville Hallam
Professional comes as standard with this lady. Capturing the moment in that way only Shelley can. My go to memory catcher that some call a photographer. Highly recommend with love.
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks so much, really appreciate it!
Gary Hallam
Great communicator, easy to work with and always manages to capture a special moment. Bends over backwards to get the images you want.
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks very much, really appreciate it
G Marshall
Shelly was the photographer at my wedding. The photos and the speedy service is second to none.
Always friendly and would highly recommend.
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thanks Graham! Really appreciate that
Tori
Absolutely amazing photographer, Absolutely love the photos Shelley has taken of me, Shelley has an incredible eye for detail and is an amazingly beautiful human to work with! Thank you Shelley xxx
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Ah, thanks Tori so much xx
Mrs Susan Hallam
Thank you so much for taking such beautiful photographs of our wedding, you captured the day perfectly & we are so pleased with the results !
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Honestly your wedding is just one of the most memorable, it was incredible and you looked like a Hollywood film star...thank you so much for the review xx
marshall
Shelley is amazing at catching the moment in her photography.
She did all my wedding photos and the out come was magical!
Definitely recommend. Her passion & professionalism is five star ⭐️
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Thank you so much
Lucas
Amazing! Would definitely recommend!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reply from Shelley Costello Photography
Thank you Lucas xx
Nelson Hernandez
Best work I've ever seen in my life. Stories jump out of every image.
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Kerry Potter
We would just like to say a big thank you from the bottom of our hearts for Shelley Costellos photography at our wedding 25th August '17. She is a true natural talent and captured the spirit in each and every photo. I always say that you can only achieve success if you have passion in whatever you do .. and Shelley has so much passion in her photography. She tells a story and looking at our slide shows felt like we were transported back to the day! You made our day magical... Thank you Shelley . Highly recommended 5* More...
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Melanie Hallam
Shelley is an absolute professional from start to finish, she over-delivers... not just in the quality of her photographs but in all around customer service. She is prepared and professional and has what's best for her clients at heart from the first contact until her beautiful pictures are delivered. More...
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Scott Marshall
Shelley captures the moments of people's happiness to perfection. She is first choice for any photography required.
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Dan Thomas
was pretty nervous about doing a photo shoot before meeting Shelley. I'm not usually very comfortable with being photographed, but Shelley made our shoot very easy and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
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Whitney Hallam
Shelley is a beautiful photographer with a real talent for capturing moments through her photos. I have always been very camera shy and can never seem to find a good photo of myself. However at my aunties birthday party I couldn't have been more pleased as there were lots of lovely photos of myself that Shelley had taken throughout the night. I love how her photos are so natural and how she can make anybody and everybody look amazing by capturing the right angles and shots. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She was professional, well organised and most of all took some gorgeous photos of me and my family! Thanks Shelley! More...
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Teri Gzyms Hallam
Stunning photographer!! Shelley is truly gifted at capturing a moment in time and making it last forever. She captures the emotion of the moment, which is difficult for a lot of photographers. In addition, you hardly notice she is there, so no attention is taken away from the people/event being photographed. She loves what she does, which is very apparent. She has an extremely quick turnaround time and fantastic prices. I feel she deserves 10 stars! More...
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Lyndsey Howes
Shelley is a brilliant photographer, we were thrilled at how relaxed the shoot was. Shelley was very professional and we would definitely use her again for special occasions.
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Steve Dovey
Shelley worked tirelessly day/night at my daughters wedding on Aug 12th 2017 and resulted in a beautiful album of photos which represented the whole occasion. I found her very pleasant, very professional and highly recommendable More...
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Emma Mennell
Friendly and professional, Shelley made us feel super relaxed during our engagement shoot, knowing just what to say and where to put us! Even my camera-shy fiancé felt comfortable smiling for the camera! ???????? would recommend to others for sure! More...
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Lynn-Marguerite Webb
Shelley is a people person, true to herself and passionately creative. Her approach to photography is unique, you really do feel you can step into the frame and become part of it. I love your work Shelley, can't wait to see more. More...
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Jack Richings
Always apprehensive when it comes to professional photos as sceptical of how good they'll turn out for your money, but couldn't be happier with Shelley Costello Photography. Everything about the service was professional, from the communication prior to the event to the quality photos taken, I would certainly recommend! 5 Stars well deserved ???? More...
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Sarah Hewitt
Shelley's photos are fabulous, capturing those special moments at the perfect time. Stunning professional pictures with the added quality of innocence, truly sublime. I would recommend in a heartbeat.
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Rich Hallam
Professional and creative, Shelley's work offers the opportunity to forever have a moment in time captured. The images alway bring back the feeling of that moment.
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
Capturing the moment - the emotion, essence or experience of the moment you are in
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
What are the 3 most important things to you in terms of these photos?
What do you love most about your job?
Capturing the emotion of the moment and being able to give that to people to relive over again..
What inspired you to start your own business?
Using something that comes naturally to me to be able to give/help others
Why should our clients choose you?
I'm passionate about photography and over delivering...my goal is always to make my client happy
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Meetings and post project can be online. The photography itself is obviously in person :)
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Wedding photography ceased for during lockdown and while there were restrictions on weddings and social distancing. When photography resumed, wearing a mask and sanitising, social distancing as much as possible.
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