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Vicki Clayson Photography

Natural Wedding photography

for couples who want to

do their wedding their way

Midlands, UK wide

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Intro:

So, you’re planning a wedding but you’re not wanting stuffy awkward photos? Look no further!

Hi, I’m Vicki, and I’d love to help make all of this a bit more fun!

If you’re anything like me, you probably want to ditch some of those pesky wedding traditions and just have an epic day with all your favourite people.

Stalk me:

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Group of women, including one bride in a white gown and six bridesmaids in matching burgundy dresses, standing outdoors with greenery in the background.
Two women celebrating a wedding outdoors by a pond, one in a floral dress holding a bouquet, and the bride in a white dress with lace details.
A couple in wedding attire sharing a romantic moment inside a rustic barn, with hanging candles and string lights creating a warm ambiance.
A newly married interracial couple walking hand-in-hand through a lush green forest, the bride in a white lace wedding gown holding a large bouquet, and the groom in a dark suit with a boutonniere.
A bride and groom sharing a close, joyful moment outside on their wedding day, with their foreheads and noses touching, smiling and laughing.
A woman with red hair smiling and making a heart shape with her hands at a decorated party table with candles, flowers, and a neon sign in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands during their wedding ceremony outdoors in the evening. The groom is wearing a tuxedo with a bow tie and boutonniere, and the bride is wearing a white strapless wedding dress with a floral hairpiece, holding a glass of
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Decorated cookie with black and white stripes, featuring the quote 'Never Just the Living' in black icing surrounded by a black rope outline, on a black surface near a glass and a black-and-white printed paper.
A man and woman dressed in gothic attire pose in front of a background with crosses. The woman wears a black off-shoulder dress, a floral headdress with spikes, and holds a large bouquet of colorful flowers. The man has red hair, glasses, tattoos on his face and neck, and wears a black suit with floral accessories.
A couple dressed in gothic attire stands on a staircase inside a cathedral with stained glass windows. The woman wears a black dress with lace and a floral headpiece, holding a bouquet, and they are looking at each other.

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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Photography

Jewellery

Wedding invitation with floral and snake design, gold and white text on dark background, details of wedding of Kayleigh and Chris on May 28, 2025, at Rockdale Town Hall.
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Stationery

Sylists

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Travel

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