About Me

Ben Cumming

Meet the Photographer

I grew up watching my father direct actors in Film studios, so I think I was always meant to follow him into Television…

However through this experience I learnt how to portray a story and capture emotion visually, which is something I very much incorporate into my photography.

I first picked up a film camera 25 years ago and fell in love with still imagery, then 10 years ago I moved to fully digital.

It was after being repeatedly asked to photograph friend’s weddings that my passion for these special days became so much more.

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Guild of Photographers Photographers Bar

about the certificate: with a textured gray background, it honors ben cumming as "photographer of the year 2021" awarded by the guild of photographers as an "international top ten photographer." it includes logos and is dated 8th february 2022. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

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a black circular badge with jagged edges proudly displays the text "all right leeds" in bold white letters, about capturing the essence of the city. below a thin horizontal line, "arl" stands in support, representing leeds’ vibrant spirit. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

certificate from the guild of photographers awarded to ben cumming for becoming a member of the photographer's bar. signed by guild director lesley thirke and dated 5th february 2022, this certificate includes details about his qualifications. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

a black and white silhouette of four men walking about a zebra crossing. they are evenly spaced and facing left. there is a triangular shadow on the left side of the image. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

the image is about elegance and style, featuring a dark background with the letters "m" and "h" separated by a vertical line in a sleek, gold colored font. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

hexagonal badge featuring a line drawing of a castle with the text "allerton castle weddings & events partner" about it. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

text reading "about the uk wedding event" in bold, pink capital letters against a white background. image by yorkshire wedding photographer ben cumming photography.

a blue rectangular sign about the registry office, with the words "registry office" written in white, bold letters. ben cumming photography wedding photographer yorkshire

certificate for a uk photography print awards (ukppa) 2026 finalist, about excellence in photography, featuring logos for epson, photoshield (part of hanem), and gary hill’s signature, with modern blue and gold design elements. ben cumming photography wedding photographer yorkshire

The Guild Of Photographers – Top 10 Photographer Of The Year

Showing your love story

Sharing someone’s wedding day is a privilege. It’s an intimate experience during which you have the chance to be around two people enjoying one of the happiest days of their lives. It’s about beginnings. Passion. Romance. Emotion. Getting to document these moments as images is an honour. It’s my responsibility to reflect that in the final photographs.

My Style As A Photographer

Everyone is different, and we all like different styles of photography. We can have soft and floral tones, or dramatic off-camera flash to create those “wow” images that really pop. Some people want their photographs to be more impressionistic and artistic, while others prefer an approach that reflects dynamic realism. Your wedding day is all about you: the happy couple. Whatever look you want for your wedding album, I can cater for your needs.

Serving Yorkshire & Beyond

I cover weddings across the whole of Yorkshire in towns and cities such as Huddersfield, Sheffield, Barnsley, and Wakefield, as well as Doncaster and my hometown of Batley. I also do portrait shoots and mentor other photographers in marketing. Check out my reviews from previous clients.

Award Winning Professional Photographer

Over the years I’ve invested heavily in training and qualifications with industry bodies, including the Guild of Photographers — earning Qualified status, the Photographers Bar, and Top 10 Photographer of the Year along the way. I’m no longer a member of these organisations; I’ve reached the point where I no longer feel the need to train within them, having developed a style and approach that’s entirely my own. The certificates here were duly earned and I’m proud of them, but these days my focus is simply on the couples in front of my camera.