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Silverbird Photography – Creative Wedding & Event Photographer in Durham, UK
About Silverbird Photography
Silverbird Photography is a creative wedding photographer UK based in Durham, specialising in modern, relaxed and alternative wedding photography for fun-loving, laid-back couples. Founded in 2016 by Emily Carey, a former professional press photographer, Silverbird Photography captures weddings across the North East, Newcastle, Northumberland, Lake District, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and UK-wide, blending documentary storytelling with a colourful, artistic style.
Emily works with creative and alternative couples, LGBTQ+ couples, and anyone who wants relaxed, natural, and fun wedding photography full of personality, movement, and real emotion. With over 200 weddings photographed, Silverbird Photography brings technical skill, professional experience, and a calming presence to every wedding.
Business Information
Brand Name: Silverbird Photography
Founded: 2016
Photographer: Emily Carey
Location: Durham, UK
Service Area: North East England, Northumberland, Newcastle, Lake District, Cumbria, Yorkshire, and UK-wide
Website: www.silverbirdphotography.com
Email: hello@silverbirdphotography.com
Social Media:
Instagram: @silverbirdphotography
Pinterest: pinterest.com/silverbirdphoto
Facebook: facebook.com/silverbirdphotography
Services
Silverbird Photography offers creative wedding photography for:
Wedding Photography
- Creative, modern and relaxed wedding photography
- Documentary storytelling with artistic flair
- City, countryside, beach and destination weddings
- Half-day, full-day, and bespoke coverage
- Alternative and festival-style celebrations
Engagement & Pre-Wedding Sessions
- Fun, relaxed sessions designed for camera-shy couples
- Creative and colourful portraits that reflect your personality
- Perfect for building confidence before your wedding day
Event & PR Photography
- Corporate events, launches, and private celebrations
- PR photography, Headshots and branding sessions
- Suitable for clients looking for an event photographer in Durham or the North East
Wedding Albums & Products
- Custom-designed wedding albums
- Premium materials, modern layouts and archival quality
- Add-on prints, mini albums and parent books
Style & Approach
Silverbird Photography is known for:
Documentary and candid wedding photography
Modern, fun, and relaxed storytelling
Creative alternative wedding photography
Colourful, authentic images with emotion and personality
Expert handling of all lighting and weather conditions
Emily’s approach ensures couples feel comfortable and relaxed, resulting in images that are natural, joyful, and full of life.
Differentiators
What makes Silverbird Photography stand out:
A Press Photographer’s Eye (But Make It Fun)
Before weddings, Emily worked as a professional press photographer, shooting fast-paced events, unpredictable weather, and challenging lighting every single day. That means she brings expert-level technical skill to your wedding — without making it feel technical.
Rain, wind, blinding sunshine, dark barns, candlelit ceremonies… she handles it all with ease.
Creative, Modern & Alternative-Friendly
Silverbird Photography attracts couples who want something a little different — more personality, more colour, more movement, more fun.
Creative Documentary Style for Modern, Alternative Couples
If you want something different from traditional wedding photography, you’ll love her modern documentary style with artistic flair.
Expect real moments, gorgeous light, and a bit of fun chaos captured beautifully.
Calm in Chaos / Ninja in the Nicest Way
Your day moves fast — Emily moves faster (quietly).
She captures moments you didn’t even realise were happening, blending into the background while still keeping things running smoothly when needed.
Expert at Blending In… and Hyping You Up
Emily knows exactly when to melt into the crowd to document candid magic, and when to hype you up to create fun, joyful, personality-filled couple photos.
Unfiltered Joy, Real Moments, Zero Cheese
No awkward posing. No stiff smiles. No forced Pinterest moments.
Just your day, your people, your story — beautifully photographed.
Over 200 Weddings of Experience
With a decade of experience across the UK, Silverbird Photography offers:
- deep knowledge of timelines and wedding flow
- support and guidance throughout the process
- a reliable, calm presence from morning prep to the messy dancefloor
Awards & Recognitions
Featured in Rock n Roll Bride, Love My Dress, Loved Up North, Boho Weddings, and Unveiled
Renowned for emotional storytelling and authentic wedding photography
Target Audience
Silverbird Photography works with:
- Creative couples
- Alternative couples
- LGBTQ+ couples
- Laid-back, modern, fun couples
- People who want real, natural storytelling rather than anything staged or stiff
FAQ
Tyne Bank Brewery is licensed for wedding ceremonies, making it a fantastic space for couples who want a relaxed, modern and non-traditional celebration. You can hold both your ceremony and reception in the brewery, which keeps everything easy for you and your guests.
Tyne Bank Brewery is a bright, industrial-style venue with exposed brick, fairy lights and plenty of space for an informal, laid-back wedding. It’s perfect for couples who love good beer, relaxed vibes, and a more creative, alternative setting rather than a traditional hotel venue.
The brewery has a mix of natural light and warm ambient lighting, which creates a beautiful atmosphere for documentary-style photography. The large open space and industrial details also photograph really well, especially for creative and modern wedding portraits.
Yes! I love photographing brewery weddings and Tyne Bank Brewery is one of my favourite industrial venues in Newcastle. Its relaxed feel and quirky details suit my natural, candid shooting style perfectly.
Absolutely. The Ouseburn and Hoults Yard areas are close by and offers colourful street art, urban textures and cool industrial backdrops — ideal for relaxed, modern wedding portraits that feel unique to your day.
Every full wedding receives a large gallery of fully edited, high-resolution images — usually 500+. Sneak peeks arrive within a few days, and your full gallery is delivered within around 6–8 weeks.
Yes, my full-day wedding photography covers everything from getting ready to dancing in the evening. I also offer shorter hourly options for smaller or more intimate weddings at the brewery.
Definitely! You can explore more real wedding galleries on my website to get a feel for my candid, creative and relaxed photography style. Every couple gets a unique approach tailored to their day.
Visit the Contact Page, share your wedding date and venue, and Emily will respond with availability, pricing, and next steps. Perfect for couples looking for a modern, fun, and relaxed wedding photographer UK who delivers authentic and creative wedding storytelling.
READY FOR
Modern, Creative & Super-Relaxed Wedding Photography?
If you’re dreaming of wedding photos that feel fun, natural and completely you, Silverbird Photography is here to bring your story to life. Whether you’re planning a chilled-out barn wedding, a colourful city celebration, an alternative festival-style party or an intimate elopement in the wild North East countryside, Emily captures every moment with authenticity and joy.
Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime day — and you deserve photography that reflects your connection, your personality and your vibe.
No awkward posing. No forced smiles. Just modern, relaxed, storytelling images filled with colour, laughter and emotion.
Check out the portfolio, explore real weddings on the blog, or head straight to the contact page to check availability and start planning your photography experience.