Business Details
Professional Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Taunton
Mark Cox Photography specialises in capturing life's most significant moments through documentary-style wedding and portrait photography. With over two decades of experience in landscape photography across Australia and New Zealand, I transitioned to wedding photography six years ago, bringing both technical expertise and a deep appreciation for natural storytelling. My approach prioritises unobtrusive documentation, allowing subjects to relax and express genuine emotions. As a member of the Guild of Photographers, I maintain high professional standards through ongoing training and competition participation.Based in Taunton, I serve clients across the South West of England, offering tailored sessions for weddings, family portraits, and special events. My commitment to quality extends to premium presentation options including handcrafted albums and fine art prints, ensuring memories endure for generations. Every project begins with a consultation to understand clients' unique stories and vision.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Engagement Shoots
Family Portraits
Commercial Photography
Highlights and features
- 20+ years experience in professional landscape photography before transitioning to weddings
- Documentary-style approach capturing authentic, unposed moments
- Member of Guild of Photographers with regular competition participation
- Serves entire South West region with local knowledge of Somerset venues
- Offers luxury handmade albums and fine art prints for lasting memories
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Photographers
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments from preparations to first dance. Includes coverage of ceremonies, portraits, and reception events. Packages offer digital files, printed albums, and online galleries for sharing with family and friends.
Portrait Photography
On-location portrait sessions capturing individuals and families in natural settings. Specialising in milestone events like anniversaries and birthdays. Sessions include professional editing and print-ready digital files with personal usage rights.
Engagement Shoots
Couples photography sessions held at meaningful locations. Helps build comfort with being photographed before the wedding day. Includes prints and digital files that can be used for wedding day guest books or save-the-date announcements.
Commercial Photography
Professional headshots and business portraits for corporate websites and marketing materials. Sessions focus on capturing authentic expressions and professional presentation in office or location-based settings with appropriate lighting and composition.
Print Services
High-quality printing services for photographs in various sizes and formats. Options include lustre/gloss prints, canvas wraps, and luxury handmade albums using archival materials for lasting preservation of important memories.
People
Mark Cox Photography
Principal Photographer
Professional photographer with 20+ years experience in landscape and wedding photography. Member of Guild of Photographers, trained by industry leaders including Damien Lovegrove and Chris Chambers. Specialises in documentary-style photography capturing authentic moments.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
I specialise in documentary-style photography that captures natural moments with minimal direction. This approach works particularly well for weddings and family portraits where authenticity is key.
Do you travel for photography assignments?
Yes, I cover the entire South West of England including Somerset, Bristol, Exeter and Plymouth. Travel within this region is included in my standard rates.
What's included in your wedding photography packages?
Packages include coverage from bridal preparations to first dance, online galleries, USB drives with high-resolution images, and premium albums. Second photographers are available for larger weddings.
How long are portrait sessions?
Portrait sessions typically last 1.5 to 2 hours, allowing sufficient time to capture natural moments in locations that make clients feel comfortable and relaxed.
What print options do you offer?
I provide professional prints from 6x4" to 18x12" in lustre or gloss finishes, as well as wall canvases and luxury bespoke albums made to order.
