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Couple in front of the steps and columns of The Roseate Hotel, Reading, on their wedding day
Couple kiss as guests throw confetti on the steps of The Roseate Hotel, Reading
Couple walk out of the Divinity School at the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford, through an arch of guests waving blue and gold ribbon wands
Couple lean either side of a green barn door on their wedding day near Basingstoke, Hampshire
Couple walk hand in hand through a shower of colourful confetti on the steps after their wedding ceremony
Bride and groom holding hands beneath the great window of the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
Black and white photograph of a bride and groom laughing together in the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
Couple clapping and laughing with their guests on the fairy-lit dance floor at The Old Mill, Aldermaston, Berkshire
Sapna Odlin & team

Candid, emotional
wedding & event photography
in Reading, Berkshire

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Black and white portrait of a couple in golden evening light at The Old Mill, Aldermaston, Berkshire

A bittersweet longing, yearning, or sentimental affection for a period or place in the past.

Let’s tell your wedding story

by Sapna Odlin and her team of photographers

We're a small team of photographers based in Reading, led by Sapna. We photograph weddings, black-tie celebrations, family sessions and milestones across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Basingstoke, north Hampshire and London. Being a team means we can send two or more photographers to bigger days, and we can cover more than one celebration on the same date.

Black and white photograph of a bride and groom walking along a fence at The Old Mill, Aldermaston
Wedding breakfast tables laid with flowers beneath the vaulted ceiling of the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
Bride and groom hold hands during their wedding ceremony at The Elephant Hotel, Pangbourne, Berkshire
Couple kiss under a shower of confetti outside Donnington Grove Hotel, Newbury
Selected work

Recent weddings & celebrations

Favourite frames from weddings, black-tie evenings and family sessions this year, each with the venue where it was taken.

Groom dips the bride for a kiss at Silchester Farm, Hampshire
Silchester Farm · Hampshire
Bride in a ruffled tulle-collared gown holding pink calla lilies at The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton, Oxfordshire
The Crazy Bear · Stadhampton
Couple share a dip kiss in a leafy green garden on their wedding day at Reading Town Hall
Reading Town Hall · Reading
Two brides laughing together on the terrace at voco Reading, Berkshire
voco Reading · Reading
Couple kiss in golden backlight at The Old Mill, Aldermaston
The Old Mill · Aldermaston
Bride with a trailing bouquet in a stone doorway at the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
Bodleian Libraries · Oxford
Two grooms lean either side of a coaching-inn archway in Henley-on-Thames
Hotel du Vin · Henley-on-Thames
Couple with a classic white wedding car at the Bottle and Glass, Henley-on-Thames
The Bottle & Glass · Henley-on-Thames
Black and white photograph of a couple smiling nose to nose in a dip kiss after their Reading Town Hall wedding
Reading Town Hall · Reading
Couple kiss by the arched windows at Morden Register Office
Morden Register Office · London
Groom reaches for the bride's hand on the steps of the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
Bodleian Libraries · Oxford
Groom covers his eyes moments before the first look in the sunlit barn at Silchester Farm, Hampshire
Silchester Farm · Hampshire
Smiling couple walking arm in arm in front of Shaw House, Newbury, on their wedding day
Shaw House · Newbury
Full-length portrait of a bride on the lawn at Bishopsgate Golf Club
Basingstoke Register Office · Bishopsgate Golf Club
Two grooms walk hand in hand past flower-filled railings in Henley-on-Thames
Hotel du Vin · Henley-on-Thames
Couple embrace at the end of the aisle as guests look on at The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton
The Crazy Bear · Stadhampton
Couple lean against the pillars either side of the front door at Donnington Grove, Newbury
Donnington Grove · Newbury
Black and white photograph of a couple kissing on a leafy lane at The Old Mill, Aldermaston
The Old Mill · Aldermaston
Black and white photograph of a bride stepping out of her wedding car at Morden Register Office
Morden Register Office · London
Couple in black tie kissing on the chequered dance floor at The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton
The Crazy Bear · Stadhampton
Couple climbing over the mill sluice at The Old Mill, Aldermaston
The Old Mill · Aldermaston
Guest in a bow tie with a drink in the garden at The Crazy Bear
The Crazy Bear · Stadhampton
Groom and groomsmen with fans clowning on the red-carpeted steps of The Roseate Hotel, Reading
The Roseate · Reading
Bride and her friends laughing on the red-carpeted steps of The Roseate Hotel, Reading
The Roseate · Reading
Groomsmen in black tie lift the groom in the garden at The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton
The Crazy Bear · Stadhampton
Black and white photograph of a saxophonist playing at a black-tie evening at the Bottle and Glass, near Henley-on-Thames
The Bottle & Glass · Henley-on-Thames
Guests singing and dancing in the barn at an evening wedding party at the Bottle and Glass
The Bottle & Glass · Henley-on-Thames
Friends in black tie and evening dress at a black-tie celebration at the Madejski Stadium (now the Select Car Leasing Stadium), Reading
Madejski Stadium · Reading
Wide view of the Divinity School at the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford, set for a wedding breakfast
Bodleian Libraries · Oxford
Services

Wedding, event, graduation & family photography

Every booking includes a private online gallery and print-ready edited images, professionally photographed by experienced and insured photographers.

Couple laughing hand in hand at their wedding at the Bodleian Libraries, OxfordBride holding pink calla lilies at The Crazy Bear, StadhamptonCouple either side of the front door at Donnington Grove, Newbury

Weddings

Half day · full day · two photographers

Calm, unobtrusive coverage of your whole day at venues across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire and London: getting ready, the ceremony, family portraits and the party. Larger weddings can have a second photographer, so you get both sides of the aisle.

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Events

Black tie · birthdays · milestones

Galas, charity balls, black-tie birthdays, anniversaries and milestone celebrations. Candid coverage of your guests, the room and the details, plus the group photos everyone asks for. For larger events, two or more of our photographers cover the night together.

Enquire about your eventSee our events work

Planning the whole celebration? Our sister company Berkshire Milestone Events plans birthdays, anniversaries and milestone parties from start to finish.

Guests singing and dancing at an evening party at the Bottle and Glass, Henley-on-Thames
Graduate throwing her cap in the air outside a red-brick building at the University of ReadingDoctoral graduate in red and cream robes and a black bonnet at the University of Reading

Graduation

University of Reading · portraits · families

Relaxed graduation portraits on campus on your big day, on your own or with the people who got you there. Robes, scrolls, cap throws and plenty of time for family photos.

University of Reading graduation photos
Graduate laughing in a covered walkway on graduation day in Reading

Family

Outdoors · at home · milestones

Relaxed family photoshoots in Reading and beyond, outdoors or at home, with time for the children to warm up. Grandparents, extended family and pets are welcome.

Newborn & family photography
Family celebrating together under the trees in Reading

View our wedding collections & pricing

Venues & areas

Photographers for Reading, Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire & London

We're based in Reading and work at venues across the Thames Valley, from Oxford down to Basingstoke, and across London. If your venue is somewhere else, just ask.

Berkshire

  • Reading
  • Ditton Manor
  • Forbury Gardens & Reading Abbey
  • Wokingham
  • Bracknell
  • Newbury
  • Maidenhead
  • Windsor
  • Reading Town Hall
  • The Royal Berkshire, Ascot
  • The Old Mill, Aldermaston
  • Shaw House, Newbury
  • Donnington Grove, Newbury
  • The Elephant Hotel, Pangbourne
  • Bishopsgate Golf Club, near Windsor
  • voco Reading
  • The Roseate Hotel, Reading

Oxfordshire

  • Oxford
  • Henley-on-Thames
  • Abingdon
  • Didcot
  • Wallingford
  • Woodstock
  • Bodleian Libraries, Oxford
  • The Crazy Bear, Stadhampton
  • Henley Register Office
  • Hotel du Vin, Henley-on-Thames
  • The Bottle & Glass, Binfield Heath

Hampshire

  • Basingstoke
  • Hook
  • Fleet
  • Farnborough
  • Odiham
  • Basingstoke Register Office
  • Silchester Farm

Further afield, we also photograph weddings in the Cotswolds, including at Cripps Barn near Cirencester.

London

  • London
  • Morden Register Office
  • Wimbledon
  • Richmond
  • Kingston upon Thames
How it works

From enquiry to gallery

Four steps, and we'll guide you through each one.

  1. 1

    Send an enquiry

    Tell us about your wedding or event, the venue and the date. We'll reply within two business days.

  2. 2

    Meet your photographer

    Sapna or one of her team of photographers will go over the timeline and the must-have photos with you.

  3. 3

    The day itself

    We stay in the background for the candid moments and step in to guide the group photos.

  4. 4

    Your gallery

    Edited images arrive in a private online gallery, ready to download, share and print.

Kind words

What our couples & clients say

Reviews from weddings and celebrations we've photographed across Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Hampshire.

“We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos and we have had so many compliments from our guests.”

Sapna has been amazing. Sapna has an amazing eye and unique style to her photographs, really capturing the colours and mood perfectly. Sapna made sure we felt comfortable on the day and had helpful conversations in advance so we knew what to expect. She has always been very quick to respond to messages, helpful and amenable. Thank you again Sapna!

Mark & Monica · Cripps Barn

“The photos were bright, colourful and perfectly captured the atmosphere and joy of the day.”

We couldn’t be happier with Sapna’s photography from our wedding on the 5th September. From the beginning, communication was very good, and everything was organised professionally and efficiently. We had a ceremony at St James Roman Catholic Church and Sapna took some great photos that really showed the beauty and brightness of the church. We had our reception at The Elephant Hotel, Pangbourne, where we got some lovely photos in the garden. Sapna was very unobtrusive, allowing us and our guests to relax and enjoy the occasion whilst still getting lots of candid and posed shots. The couple and group photographs were done very efficiently, meaning we were able to have plenty of time to enjoy the welcome drinks and canapés. We are very happy with the final gallery, which was delivered very promptly, in less than two weeks.

Camila · St James Church & The Elephant Hotel, Pangbourne

“She perfectly captured the sentiment of the day and all the love that was shared between us and our closest family and friends.”

Sapna provided such a professional service on our wedding day as well as the lead-up; she was great at keeping in contact and maintaining communication. On the day she made us both feel so comfortable around her, enough to be ourselves and just enjoy the day for what it was. I can’t recommend her enough!

Megan & Theo · The Old Mill, Aldermaston

“So many parts of our day were captured so beautifully.”

Sapna is so unbelievably talented. After finding her website online and loving her style of photography I knew we’d love the photos, but when they came through they exceeded expectations. It’s such a lovely surprise to get your pictures back and relive your moments, especially when you didn’t realise she was capturing those particular moments! Sapna made us feel so comfortable the whole time and guided us to take photos in a way that made us feel like ‘us’. So grateful, thank you so much for being such a huge part of our day and giving us memories that will last a lifetime!

Paige & Gus · Donnington Grove, Newbury
Questions

Frequently asked questions

If your question isn't here, send it with your enquiry.

Who will photograph our wedding or event?

Sapna or one of her team of photographers. You'll know who is photographing your day when you book, and larger weddings and events can have two or more of us there.

Which areas do you cover?

We're based in Reading and photograph weddings, black-tie events and families across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Basingstoke, north Hampshire and London. We're happy to travel further for the right occasion.

How far ahead should we book?

Most couples book 9 to 18 months ahead, especially for Saturdays between May and September. Because we're a team, we can often cover dates that a solo photographer can't.

Do you photograph black-tie events and parties?

Yes. We photograph galas, charity balls, black-tie birthdays, anniversaries and other milestone celebrations at venues across Berkshire, Oxfordshire, Hampshire and London.

How do we receive our photos?

Your edited images arrive in a private online gallery where you can download, share and order prints.

Awards & features

  • Muddy Stilettos Awards 2021 finalist badgeFinalist, Muddy Stilettos Awards 2021
  • Berkshire Life magazine logoFeatured in Berkshire Life
  • Your Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wedding Magazine logoFeatured in Your Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wedding
  • Looks Like Film 2020 winner badgeWinner, Looks Like Film 2020
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