A romantic black and white portrait of a couple sharing an intimate kiss in an outdoor garden setting.

The Ferry House Inn

Black and white photo of hands adjusting intricate beaded details on a wedding dress.
Candid wedding moments captured in garden setting with rustic architecture.
A black and white romantic moment between newlyweds standing in an open field.
Matt Ebbage, London wedding photographer, posing with 35mm film camera posing against brick wall and garden foliage.

Hey, I'm Matt

How's it going? So, in terms of job titles, I'm a documentary wedding photographer, but I see myself as a human connection specialist. I've been lucky enough to shoot weddings across the world, but I love nothing more than heading back to The Ferry House Inn, connecting with people and telling their stories with my cameras.


My work has been described as immersive, emotional and intimate, because I focus on making my photos from right in the mix, so you and your loved ones can look back at some incredible moments from the perspective of someone who was there when it was happening. Check out my portfolio to see more.


Listen, we’ve all been to those weddings as guests haven’t we! You know the one’s right? You watch the couple get married, throw some confetti over them as they walk out, and then stand around for ages with a drink and a canape or two, while they’re off shooting endless combinations of group photos and being schlepped around the venue for an hour on a photoshoot! They come back just before dinner, wolf down a starter, then they're up doing laps of the tables to see people. Right?


Well, I do the opposite of that!

An intimate black and white portrait of a couple embracing in a sunlit field.

 

"WOW! We have just looked through them and my God are you talented! We didn't even notice you were around taking photos for so many of them! Thank you so so much. You're a bloody star Matt! You really captured the day so perfectly!"

 

 

Carolyn & Jack

 

Joyful couple laughs together during outdoor wedding photoshoot with floral crown and formal attire.
An intimate moment between guests sharing stories and drinks at an indoor wedding reception.
Blurred artistic black and white portrait through floral curtains in a rustic room.
Black and white photo of children in white dresses dancing while adult walks in garden.
Couple embraces in warm sunset light during intimate wedding portrait session.
Couple stands in a rustic gazebo decorated with climbing roses and floral arrangements for their ceremony.
Wedding party enjoys mini golf games during outdoor celebration festivities.
Black and white candid photo shows wedding guests sharing an emotional moment on dance floor.
People gather around a fire pit at night creating a dramatic black and white scene.
A romantic sunset moment between newlyweds in a golden field.
Wedding celebration under wooden gazebo overlooking waterfront view.
Fish-eye lens capture of wedding guests celebrating outdoors with red balloon floating above.
A romantic sunset portrait of a couple embracing on a rocky coastline.
Wedding guests gather in a circle watching a couple dance at their reception.
Black and white photo of hands adjusting intricate beaded details on a wedding dress.
An intimate black and white portrait of a couple embracing in formal wear.
A couple shares an intimate dance moment under dramatic lighting at their wedding reception.
A black and white romantic moment between newlyweds standing in an open field.
Two wedding guests share a candid laughing moment during an outdoor celebration.
Wedding guests sharing laughter and excitement during an outdoor reception.
A bride in a lace wedding dress celebrates joyfully while guests enjoy drinks at a reception.
Emotional wedding reception scene with guests sharing hugs and conversations in a bright indoor space.
Candid emotional moment between wedding guests during an outdoor celebration.
Two guests share an affectionate moment during an outdoor wedding reception with drinks.
A black and white capture of an intimate wedding dance moment.
Wedding guests share joyful moments and drinks during an indoor celebration.
Group of friends laughing together while getting ready in a sunlit room with floral curtains.
Close-up of bridal makeup application with soft natural lighting.
Emotional embrace between wedding guests during an outdoor celebration.
Three women in blue floral dresses sharing an emotional group hug.
Wedding guests enjoying themselves during an outdoor garden reception.
A couple in wedding attire stands on a hilltop overlooking water, surrounded by lush greenery at golden hour.
Children play lawn games with colorful pins and balls during an outdoor celebration.
Wedding celebration on dance floor with dramatic yellow spotlight illumination.
A tender black and white moment between newlyweds sharing their first kiss outdoors.
A dramatic black and white photo through wooden slats of a playground structure.
A candid black and white photo of guests enjoying an outdoor reception by the water.
A couple walks hand in hand along a deserted beach at sunset in wedding attire.
A joyful embrace captured in warm sunlight during an outdoor wedding celebration.
Wedding party gathers outdoors while photographer captures candid moment at summer celebration.
Emotional black and white photograph captures intimate embrace at wedding celebration.
Bride and groom share romantic sunset kiss in open field with golden light.
Couple shares first dance under dramatic stage lighting on illuminated dance floor.
Wedding couple dances together while guests celebrate on dimly lit dance floor.
Wedding guests dance joyfully during reception party celebration.
Black and white portrait of bride in lace wedding dress looking down.
Wedding ceremony setup under wooden gazebo overlooking waterfront view.
Newlyweds celebrate triumphantly under rustic wooden gazebo with floral decorations.
Silhouetted couple shares romantic moment against dramatic sunset sky at coastal wedding ceremony.
Wedding reception dance floor illuminated with colorful lights and smoke effects.
Wedding party dancing energetically on dimly lit dance floor with atmospheric smoke effects.
Elegant wedding veil flowing dramatically in black and white photography sequence.
Wedding guests capturing photos under rustic wooden pavilion by the water.
Celebration with wedding guests cheering and raising arms outside rustic venue.
Candid wedding moments captured in garden setting with rustic architecture.
Wedding couple walking through tall grass field with rustic landscape backdrop.
A couple walks down a dirt path through a grassy field on their wedding day at sunset.
A playful moment captured through wooden circles at an outdoor event.
Two wedding guests pose with sparklers creating light trails in the dark.
Newlyweds share a laugh while walking through tall summer grass.
A couple walks along a coastal path during their wedding photo session.
Romantic black and white portrait of a couple sharing an intimate moment in wedding attire.
Newlyweds walking under shower of confetti beneath historic stone arches.

 

Candid, laid-back and

in-the-moment

 

my style and approach

When I'm working, I like to keep things pretty simple and relaxed, and just let the day unfold. I will always prioritise your time with everyone else over any 'formalities' and I'll bring the best energy and do everything I can to make sure you have the best day possible. Just think of me as your #1 hype man with a camera!


I think it's so important that you get to just go and experience this day you've spent ages planning and organising, so I'll always make sure you get as much time as is humanly possible with everyone else you've asked to be there. Aside from the family photos, nothing is staged or posed, it's all natural, in-the-moment stuff, and we'll have a great time making it!


I believe to my bones that, when you look back over your photos in the days, weeks, or even years after your wedding, they should make you feel something, and a photo should transport you back to that exact moment when it was taken. You should be able to show your photos to a total stranger, and they should be able to feel like they were there. Yes, I know that's cheesy, but it's true!

Children playing on an inflatable white bounce house at an outdoor event.

To make photos like that, I shoot from pretty close. I'm not the 'traditionalist' who shoots with a big telephoto lens from miles away on the basis that 'people won't know they're being photographed', because there's just too much separation. So I'm right in the mix with you, and people will know I'm there, but don't worry, I'm there to have just as much fun as you!


We will make sure we put some time aside to make some gorgeous, cinematic portraits, and grab those all-important family photos as well, but the really don't take long, and there are some natural points in the day where we can slip away to shoot those photos, without me having to take you away from spending time with people.


Sadly, we've all been to 'those' weddings as guests, where you watch your mates get married, throw some confetti over them as they exit, and then stand around with a drink and a canapé for ages thinking "where the f*ck are they?!" because they're off doing endless posed photos.


Well, I do the opposite of that!

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A charming white thatched-roof venue with outdoor seating area under blue summer skies.

 

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