We found Stephen through an online search and struck gold in doing so. Initially, Stephen and his partner Emma met us at a convenient location to introduce themselves. This ice breaker was great because it gave us an opportunity to see if our personalities matched and also discuss details we were hoping to achieve. Stephen’s professionalism, approach and experience gave us all the confidence needed to trust him with our big day.

As part of our package, we completed a pre-wedding shoot in Delamere Forest. Not only were we really happy with the shots Stephen took, we found the time was really helpful in building a friendship ahead of our wedding day.

On the day itself, Stephen and Emma were great! They arrived early and interacted brilliantly with our friends and family. Furthermore, they stayed late into the evening ensuring they caught every aspect of the day. The results speak for themselves but in terms of how Stephen and Emma got there, we couldn’t have been happier!

Right from the very beginning of our journey to finding the best photographer for our wedding started when we met Stephen at the Tatton Wedding Fair. We were well informed of all packages and Stephen’s photography style has amazing quality and he captures such natural shots as well as shots with a difference, which is something we were after.

Our wedding day was the most perfect day and Stephen added so many memories by capturing the day so beautifully. From the tiny details to the wider view at the venue, Stephen captured it all. All the guests commented on how relaxed and effortless the traditional posed photos were done after the ceremony. Looking back through our collection of photos my husband and I are so pleased that we chose Stephen as he creates something different for each couple he works with. We wanted a specific shot from our wedding where Adam and I wanted to exchange cards before the ceremony without seeing each other but wanted our reactions captured. Stephen set this up for us without hesitation and got the most beautiful pictures which brought us to tears (happy tears) when we first saw these photographs. A memory that will always live on through the photos that Stephen took. Like I’ve said before he will stop at nothing to get the perfect shot for you!

We would very highly recommend Stephen to anyone looking to book their wedding photographer. He is simply the best!

Yes, our pictures are phenomenal but EVERYTHING Stephen did went above and beyond our expectations. From wading through a lake in his wellies to get a good bridge shot to staying far beyond the hours we had paid him for all to get the perfect dusk shot that we had mentioned in passing: nothing was too much trouble.

Stephen clearly loves what he does and his passion shines through. He’s clearly not doing it for the money. Not only this but he is one of life’s good guys: A pleasure to spend the day with.

Having met Stephen at Tatton wedding Fair in 2018 and browsed his work through his extensive portfolios, we arranged a meeting in Manchester where he explained his passion for photography and how he would put myself and my wife Alice at ease for our big day.

We gained a great rapport with Stephen & he was kept perfect communication leading up to our big day regarding any queries or suggestions we had. He offered us a pre wedding shoot which we had in the country park on site at our wedding venue Haigh Hall, which was perfect for a couple who had never been in front of a Camera before which totally made us feel relaxed.

On the big day Stephen and Emma arrived early at the venue and at our home for our shots leading up to the ceremony. During the breakfast Stephen and his wife Emma were everywhere capturing all the moments and laughter that we now look back on. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better photographer, our pictures and gallery supplied will be cherished forever. For anybody who is browsing or thinking about booking Stephen McGowan if he is available for your day I wouldn’t look any further!

100% one of the best Wedding Photographers in the North West.