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Olivia J Photography

Love-filled, authentic, relaxed wedding

photography for fun loving couples.

North West, UK Wide

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Intro:

My name is Olivia but friends call me Liv! I am your friendly neighbourhood, elder-emo-northern-girl, shooting weddings all across the North West and beyond.

When I'm not photographing weddings and fashion shoots I'm either at a gig, chilling with my nose shoved in a book, or exploring the outdoors with a flask of tea.

At home you'll find me cooking up a storm and dancing round the kitchen to Taylor Swift, Metallica, or Paramore.

I love to light every candle I own, get cosy, and watch Gilmore Girls or a Studio Ghibli movie for the ten millionth time.

I am a soppy bugger, absolutely LOVE love, am fuelled by romanticism and nostalgia, and, I will 100% cry at your wedding!

Stalk me:

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A black and white photo of a joyful couple on their wedding day, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers and wearing a floral crown, and the man dressed in a checked suit and glasses, both smiling.
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A woman with bright green hair wearing a black dress with floral designs and embroidery, lace details, and sparkles, and she has tattoos on her arms.
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A decorated cookie with the words "Never Just the Living" on it, placed on a black table with glassware and a Halloween-themed card.
A woman and a man dressed in gothic attire, with ornate jewelry and accessories. The woman wears a black off-shoulder dress and a large headpiece with spikes, roses, and intricate decorations. She holds a bouquet of dark-colored roses and flowers. The man has red hair, glasses, tattoos, and piercings, and wears a black suit with decorative pins and a red ribbon.
A couple stands close together on a grand stone staircase inside a cathedral, with stained glass windows and Gothic architectural elements visible in the background. The woman wears a black dress with floral details and a floral headpiece, holding a bouquet of flowers. The man is dressed in a black outfit.

Venues

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Attire

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Cakes

Entertainment

Celebrant

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Favours

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Florals

Hair & Makeup

Food & Drink

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A woman with teal hair, wearing a black floral crown, dark makeup, and a dark dress, holding a floral arrangement, standing in front of a rustic stone wall.

Photography

Jewellery

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Dinner table setting with ornate gold-trimmed black charger plate, a black dinner plate, red napkin, and cutlery including a fork, spoon, and knife. A decorative embroidered patch of a human heart is placed on the napkin. There are two crystal glasses and two red and white menu cards with a heart illustration and the text 'Katy & Joseph, Menu, 26 October 2024' on a black tablecloth.

Stationery

Sylists

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Travel

Transport