Alternative Wedding Photography

"I like to keep it simple, I capture your wedding day as I'd want my own.

Relaxed, fun and real, as unique as you are, but with a dark romantic twist."

 
 
A monochrome shot of a bride and groom as they exit Matfen Hall, they are smiling as their guests are throwing confetti over them. Alternative Wedding Photography by Wedding Photographer in Durham, Fallen Star Photography.
 

It’s all about you

A vibrant shot of a some newly weds outside of Matfen Hall, they share a kiss as their guests are cheer them on. Alternative Wedding Photography by Wedding Photographer in Durham, Fallen Star Photography.

I believe your wedding day should be a reflection of you and your partner. There should be so much of your own personalities in your wedding, your guests coming away saying “That was so them!”.

Well the same should be said about your wedding photographer. My photography is a reflection of me and my personality… Informal, Relaxed, Creative and Real.

My work tends be a little darker and not typically “wedding”, but that’s what makes it my own. It’s not for everyone, but as long as it’s for you… I can live with that.

I specialise in shooting weddings for couples who want to do things differently and a little less traditional.  There’s a real beauty in capturing the little moments as they happen. In years to come when you look back through your wedding photos, it’s moments like these that really take you back to that special time and place.

A portrait of a Bride and Groom, She is perched on a huge ornate fireplace in Le petit Chateau, Otterburn, her groom is stood to the left looking up at her. Photograph by Alternative Durham Wedding Photographer, Fallen Star Photography
A silhouette of a Bride and Groom as the sun sets behind them. The dramatic cloudy sky that hangs about Lumley Castle really adds a lot of drama to the image. Photograph by Alternative Durham Wedding Photographer, Fallen Star Photography.
A bride stands with the back of her dress showing towards the camera as she looks over her shoulder to her husband. He is casually standing against the pillar to the right of the image. This lovely couple had their wedding at Craythorne Hall, Yarm. P
A close up black and white image of a bride cuddling into the chest of her groom. The side lighting from the sun is creating a nice highlight on her hair and face. Photograph by Alternative Durham Wedding Photographer, Fallen Star Photography.

Your Wedding Day - Your way

Wedding planning is hard (trust me, I know!) and if you’re like me and find it difficult just deciding which pair of black jeans to wear today… choosing a wedding photography package isn’t going to be easy either.

So, to help you choose which pair of jeans you need for your wedding, I’ve set up 4 pre-made packages. Don’t worry, if you don’t see what you want… just ask. I’m happy to do something just for you guys (it is your wedding after all!)

 
A picture of a bride taking a little time out and putting her feet up during her wedding at As You Like It, Jesmond. She is wearing Irregular Choice - Abigail shoes which have a decorative and quirky soul on them. The image was noticed by Irregular …
 

Love Letters

Here’s what some of our couples have had to say about us…

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Abigail & Michael - As You Like It, Jesmond

“Thank you so much for capturing our day so perfectly! You captured every moment and made us feel so at ease.”

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Steff & Arran - Craythorne Hall, Yarm

“Can not recommend Fallen Star Photography enough!!! Highly professional and a joy to work, it was like having a friend do your wedding photos.”

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Vicki & Joe - Ramside Hall, Durham

"We had a great laugh taking every shot. The photographs were fantastic and tell a story of the happiest day of our lives. Thanks Ste!"

 

Get to know me…

Well… I’m Ste, an alternate wedding snapper from Durham with my partner Faith and our dog Kora. We’re planning one of those wedding things too, hoping for plenty of laughs and good times – and very few awkward photos (because, no one likes those anyway!)

 

A few things about me…

• I’m a festival going, music loving nerd.

• I collect signed film memorabilia.

• I love travelling and seeing new places (who doesn’t?!)

• Recently started inline skating again after 25 years.

• Like Peter Pan, I refuse to grow up (have a tattoo of Neverland over my shoulder, so I don’t forget).

• Biscuits are my happy thought (that just popped in my head as I was writing this).

A picture of Ste the photographer at Fallen Star Photography sitting in a tree with his dog Kora. She’s licking his face as she often does. Alternative Durham Wedding Photographer, Fallen Star Photography.
 
 

Recognised Supplier

Here’s a few of the suppliers out there who have noticed us, totally proud to display their badges of recognition on the site.

 

Alternative Wedding Magazine

You know that ‘Acheivement Unlocked’ feeling… well that was me when The Alternative Wedding Magazine asked if they could feature some of my work. Here’s why… their magazine is packed with diverse real weddings, articles and styled shoots that throw out the wedding day rule book. Inspiring couples to have the unique day they dream of!

 

Three Best Rated

Three Best Rated have listed us one of the Top 3 Photographers in Durham 2 years in a row. To get this listing Fallen Star Photography went through a rigorous 50 point inspection, which includes local reviews, history, business standards, ratings, satisfaction, trust, price and our overall trading excellence.

Irregular Choice

I can’t explain how big the smile on my face was the I opened my inbox to find a message from Irregular Choice, asking if they could use one of my photos for their blog. Felt like I’d been proposed to… of course, I said yes!

 
 

Not So Average!

Being listed as a recognised supplier anywhere is quite special, to get that recognition by a company that specialises in finding suppliers that stand out. Well, let’s just say when I was recognised as a quirky Wedding Photographer, the butterflies were real!