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Documentary wedding photography in Devon & South-West

For relaxed couples who want me to capture the fun, unscripted and emotional moments of your wedding day.

I’m all about being unobtrusive, allowing you to fully enjoy your day while I preserve the joy of your story as it naturally unfolds.

If you're looking for someone who’ll document your day in a genuine, personal way, lets chat!

I’d love to hear your story.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom standing outdoors, facing each other with foreheads touching, under a veil. The bride is in a wedding dress with lace details, and the groom is in a suit, holding a bouquet. Background includes bushes and mo
A couple sharing a kiss on a scenic coastal overlook during sunset, with a rocky beach, ocean, and cliffs in the background. The woman wears a white dress and holds a bouquet, while the man in a suit carries a bag.
First dance caught naturally at Colehayes Park Bovey Tracey Dartmoor Devon by Mel Clapp Weddings
Black and white photo of a bride and groom touching foreheads and smiling, with the bride holding a lace veil over her head.
Two men dressed in suits, holding glasses of drinks, smiling and walking down stone steps outside a historic stone building with large windows and ornate architectural details.
Couples portraits after wedding ceremony at home garden wedding in Taunton Devon by Mel Clapp Weddings
Two women in a room with floral wallpaper and large windows. One woman is standing, the other is kneeling and adjusting a wedding dress that is draped over a chair.
A bride and groom dancing on outdoor stone steps with greenery and pink flowers in the background, under a bright sky.
First look with bride and bridesmaids at The Deer Park Weston Honiton Exeter Devon by Mel Clapp Weddings
Close-up of a handshake between two people at a formal event, with a table set with utensils, a menu, and a glass of water visible.
Getting ready shots of bride getting dress on at The Castle Hotel Taunton Somerset by Mel Clapp Weddings
Groom getting ready putting on his flowers at church in Cornwall by Mel Clapp Weddings
Bride getting married at a church service in Tiverton Devon by Mel Clapp Weddings
A black and white photo of a bride in a wedding gown holding a bouquet standing on a staircase inside an ornate, historic building with large windows and patterned wallpaper, and chandelier in the foreground.
A bride and groom standing close together outdoors, surrounded by greenery and colorful flowers. The bride is smiling and holding a bouquet of pink peonies, wearing a white dress, pearl necklace, and a birdcage veil. The groom is wearing a black tuxe
Bridal portraits during golden hour at Jacobs Ladder Sidmouth Devon Beach by Mel Clapp Weddings
A bouquet of peach, pink, and white flowers on a dining table, with woven placemats, cutlery, and a small succulent plant nearby.
An elderly man and woman holding hands and looking at each other in a social gathering or event, surrounded by other people.
A smiling bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing outdoors in a field with a wooden fence and distant hills under a cloudy sky.
A black and white photo of a wedding reception with a bride and groom kissing, surrounded by guests.
Bride getting ready being helped by bridesmaid The Castle Hotel Taunton Registry Office Somerset By Mel Clapp Weddings
Bride and Groom walking through confetti at Upton Barn and Walled Gardens Cullompton Mid Devon Exeter Tiverton by Mel Clapp Weddings
Bride and Groom portrait session at Colehayes Park Bovey Tracey Dartmoor Exeter Devon by Mel Clapp Weddings
A smiling woman with blonde hair in a strapless white wedding dress sitting in front of a mirror.
A woman with long curly hair is leaning over and appears to be applying makeup or jewelry to an elderly woman with glasses, who is sitting and looking up at her.

  • Her happiness and smile was so infectious! It was like having a friend and wedding photographer all in one! she genuinely cared about our special day! Thank you so much Mel! I’ll never forget how brilliant you made me feel on the day!

    -Sophie & Lee, Brickhouse Vineyard

  • Mel was absolutely fantastic at capturing the best moments of our day, nothing felt forced. Mel was incredibly attentive and approachable, as well as highly skilled at getting the perfect shot. Communication prior to our wedding was second to none, from the planning meeting through to regular check-ins in the lead-up to our big day. We couldn’t recommend Mel enough!

    -Joe & Noah, Bovey Castle

  • Mel was such an amazing photographer for our wedding. Extremely kind, personable with good attention to detail. The pictures are a great quality. Fantastic direction and super happy to facilitate suggestions and new ideas. A preview of our photos were given to us the next day! I’d highly recommend her to anyone getting married!

    -Sophie & Tim, Bovey Castle

  • Mel recently photographed our wedding and she was absolutely brilliant. She is a really lovely person who makes you feel at ease straight away. We have our photos back of our day and we are blown away with how amazing they are. We would absolutely recommend Mel to anyone!

    -Megan & Angus, Mount Edgecombe

A bride and groom standing together in a church, preparing for their wedding ceremony. The bride is holding a bouquet and wearing a wedding dress with a veil, while the groom is dressed in a suit. They are near a small altar or lectern, with wooden paneling and ornate staircase behind them.

CONTACT ME

If you are interested in any of my packages, or fancy a wee chat about your wedding please get in touch! Email me at melclapp.photo@gmail.com, or the contact form below. I can send you a brochure. I always aim to reply within 48 hours, and I can end up in the junk folder so please check for me there!