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St Peter’s Italian Church
London Wedding Photographer.

A beautiful church in the heart of London, heartfelt vows and a celebration full of life.

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WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHS BYAndrew Miles3 min read
Lara and Billy embracing and smiling together on their wedding day
Lara & Billy · A London wedding

THE STORY, IN WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHS

Lara & Billy’s story

St Peter’s Italian Church is a remarkable place to say your vows. Tucked away on Clerkenwell Road in London, this beautiful Roman Catholic church is full of character, history and a real sense of occasion. I loved photographing Lara and Billy’s wedding there, and the photographs tell a story of heartfelt moments, happy faces and a wonderful celebration.

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01

The morning together

Every wedding is different, so I’ll take the time to learn what matters to you and how you want your day to feel. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a larger celebration, we can talk through the coverage that suits your plans.

Bridesmaids in pink chatting during the morning preparations
Lara having her hair styled beside the bedroom window A bridesmaid fastening her dress beside the window
Billy and a groomsman getting ready together A groomsman adjusting his tie in the mirror
The wedding party fastening their ties A groomsman smiling as he adjusts his tie
A friend helping Billy with his tie A guest putting on his suit jacket
Billy having his buttonhole pinned to his jacket A guest having his buttonhole attached
Billy laughing with the wedding party before the ceremony A bridesmaid smiling in black and white
Two bridesmaids together in black and white A bridesmaid holding a drink during preparations
A bridesmaid laughing in black and white Lara holding a glass during her preparations
Bridesmaids chatting while Lara has her makeup finished Lara having her hair finished before the ceremony
Family and bridesmaids gathering in the bedroom The wedding party chatting before leaving for church
A guest smiling during the morning preparations Lara having her makeup finished with bridesmaids nearby
Two guests talking beside the bedroom window Lara’s lace wedding dress hanging ready to wear
A guest photographing a bridesmaid with the bouquet Lara being helped into her wedding dress
Lara fastening an earring before leaving for church A family member seeing Lara in her wedding dress

02Arriving at St Peter’s

A little piece of Italy in London

St Peter’s Italian Church has a long connection with London’s Italian community. Built in the 1860s, its basilica-style interior was inspired by San Crisogono in Rome, and the detail inside makes it a memorable setting for a wedding ceremony.

The entrance to St Peter’s Italian Church on Clerkenwell Road
The wooden parish noticeboard outside St Peter’s Italian Church The floral wedding order of service
The organ and vaulted interior of St Peter’s Italian Church Guests gathering inside the church before the ceremony
Billy standing with guests inside the church Wedding guests waiting for the ceremony
A family member holding flowers outside the church Bridesmaids arriving outside St Peter’s Italian Church
Lara and her wedding party arriving in London Lara smiling with her family outside the church
The bridal party gathered on the pavement before entering

03

Promises and confetti

From the architecture to the light and colour, there’s so much to take in. But what makes a church wedding special is the feeling in the room: the people gathered together, the music and the moments you share as you make your promises.

My approach is relaxed and documentary-led. During the ceremony, I work thoughtfully and discreetly, paying attention to the quiet glances, proud smiles and reactions from the people closest to you.

Lara and Billy’s photographs include the beauty of the church as well as the joy around them, from their ceremony to the confetti afterwards. Those are the moments I love to capture: photographs that bring you back to how the day felt.

Billy waiting at the front of the church
Lara walking down the church aisle The wedding party approaching the altar
Lara and Billy meeting at the front of the church Lara and Billy taking their places for the ceremony
Lara and Billy beside the altar in St Peter’s Italian Church The congregation framed by a cross inside the church
Family and bridesmaids watching from the front pews The congregation beneath the church’s decorative arches
The wedding party listening during the ceremony Lara and a bridesmaid seated beside the altar
Lara and Billy seated together during the service A close view of hands during the church ceremony
Lara smiling as she and Billy make their vows Lara and Billy kissing during their ceremony
A wide view of the ornate church interior during the wedding Lara and Billy walking back down the aisle together
The newlyweds smiling at each other in the aisle Guests showering Lara and Billy with confetti outside church
Lara and Billy smiling beneath a shower of confetti Confetti falling around the newlyweds outside St Peter’s
Lara walking with family after the church ceremony The wedding party walking along a London pavement
Lara arriving with her family after the ceremony The wedding party crossing a leafy garden

04

A little time in the gardens

I’ll offer gentle guidance when it’s useful and leave plenty of space for the day to unfold naturally. The result is a collection of photographs filled with the people, atmosphere and genuine emotion you’ll want to remember.

Lara and Billy standing beside a garden gazebo
Lara and Billy smiling at each other by the gazebo The newlyweds framed by greenery beside the gazebo
Lara and Billy walking hand in hand away along a garden path A close view of the couple walking together through the garden
Lara and Billy beneath the trees on a garden path The couple walking towards the camera in the garden
Lara and Billy talking as they walk beside the gazebo The couple smiling during their garden walk
Billy embracing Lara and kissing her cheek Lara and Billy walking together across the lawn
The newlyweds beneath a canopy of green leaves Lara and Billy pausing together on the lawn
The couple looking at each other during their garden portraits Lara and Billy smiling together beneath the trees
The couple holding each other against a leafy garden backdrop The newlyweds walking with pale townhouses behind them
Lara and Billy looking down and smiling as they walk The couple sharing a smile during their garden portraits

05

A warm welcome

Back with their guests, the photographs open out into conversations, greetings and drinks together. I love giving those moments space in the story; they remember the people who made the celebration what it was.

Guests chatting over drinks at the reception
Two guests enjoying a conversation over drinks Guests laughing and waving during the drinks reception
Guests gathering and talking before the wedding breakfast Billy greeting guests at the reception
Friends and family talking in the reception room The floral wedding table plan displayed on an easel
Lara and Billy entering the reception in black and white Guests applauding the newlyweds as they enter
Billy embracing a guest beside the top table Billy greeting a family member at the wedding breakfast
Family greeting the couple beside the floral backdrop

06

Words, laughter and happy tears

During the speeches, the listeners are as much a part of the story as the person speaking. A look across the table or a shared laugh can hold so much of the feeling in the room.

Wedding guests seated together around a table
A guest leaning across a table to speak to friends Two guests chatting during the wedding breakfast
Guests sitting beneath tall floral centrepieces Lara and Billy seated together at their wedding breakfast
A family member reading his speech beside the couple A groomsman giving a speech beside the top table
A wide view of the speeches and floral top-table backdrop Billy embracing a speaker during the speeches
Billy reading his wedding speech The top table listening during a wedding speech
Billy smiling at Lara while speaking into the microphone

07

Everyone on the dance floor

From cutting the cake to the first dance and friends joining in, these last photographs bring the collection to a lively close. There’s room for the quieter embraces as well as the hands in the air.

Lara and Billy cutting their wedding cake
The newlyweds dancing with guests gathered around them A black-and-white close-up of the couple’s first dance
Billy dipping Lara during the first dance in black and white Confetti falling around the couple on the dance floor
Guests joining the newlyweds on the dance floor Family and friends dancing together at the reception
An older couple smiling as they dance Guests sharing a kiss on the dance floor
Lara dancing with a family member Billy dancing with a guest at the reception
Friends enjoying the evening dancing Guests embracing while dancing together
Lara dancing with family in black and white Billy dancing with a family member
Lara and friends raising their arms on the dance floor Bridesmaids and friends dancing together
Guests enjoying the music beside the top table Friends singing and dancing together
Guests gathering in a circle on the dance floor Family and friends laughing together during the dancing
A wide view of the lively evening reception A couple dancing together among the guests
An older couple laughing as they dance Lara laughing with a bridesmaid
Illuminated B and L letters at the evening reception Lara and Billy dancing back to back
Friends posing together for a photograph at the evening reception

The people. The feeling. The moments that stay.

FOR YOUR OWN CELEBRATION

A few helpful notes
for your day.

A little advice for planning your own wedding, and useful information about the setting.

Tell me about your plans

Planning your church wedding

If you’re considering St Peter’s, speak to the parish about your plans, ceremony requirements and the arrangements for photography. Every church has its own guidance, and knowing what’s possible in advance helps the day run smoothly.

It’s also worth allowing time around the ceremony for greetings, confetti and photographs with family and friends. A little breathing room gives you space to enjoy the moment before moving on to your celebrations.

Looking for a St Peter’s Italian Church wedding photographer?

I’d love to hear about your plans. If you’re getting married at St Peter’s Italian Church or elsewhere in London, get in touch to check my availability and tell me a little about your day.

For current venue details and availability, visit St Peter’s Italian Church’s website .

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