Real weddings
Lena & Arturs. From Brighton to London, together.
Lena and Arturs’ wedding began at Brighton Town Hall, continued with coffee and portraits on the train, and ended with a celebration at Ole Kyiv in London.
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Brighton & Sussex
wedding photographer
Your day, just as it felt.
For the quiet glances, the full-hearted laughter and everyone you love in one place. Relaxed wedding photography in Brighton, across Sussex and in London, with a creative eye and a gentle approach.
Based in BrightonSussex & LondonPhotography since 2006
A few moments to remember
Full of life. Full of you.
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Hello, I’m Kate
A calm presence.
A creative eye.
I’m Kate Lucas, a photographer based in Brighton. I combine natural storytelling with creative portraiture, giving you space to enjoy your wedding while I capture the moments unfolding around you.
With a background in fashion and more than 20 years in photography, I love finding beautiful light and genuine connection. When it’s time for portraits, I’ll offer gentle guidance so you can feel comfortable and be yourselves.
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Brighton & Sussex wedding stories.
Real weddings and local inspiration, from Brighton’s seafront to a Sussex countryside celebration.
Brighton & Hove
Brighton, beautifully yours.
Brighton wedding photo locations to consider: the seafront, Hove beach huts, the Lanes, Royal Pavilion and Bandstand, with a practical plan for your day.
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Real weddings
Our summer Sussex wedding.
Kate and Rob’s summer wedding at Holy Trinity Church, Cuckfield, and Tottington Manor: family, friends, Ukrainian traditions and a celebration in West Sussex.
Read the story →Kind words from my couples
Wedding photography reviews.
Brighton, Sussex and beyond.
A few words from the people I’ve had the pleasure of photographing. These are excerpts from their wedding reviews, with the full stories in their own words.
“Kate was amazing to have with us for the whole day — it genuinely felt like having another member of the family there.”
Lena & Arturs
Brighton
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“She was calm, organised and so easy to work with, and captured every part of our day beautifully. We couldn’t recommend her highly enough.”
Vira & David
Sussex
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“She made us feel so relaxed, captured everything so naturally and even managed to get beautiful photos with our two dogs, which meant so much to us.”
Edward & Emily
Sussex
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“Having Kate photograph our wedding at Hedsor House felt like being part of the most beautiful fashion shoot, while somehow still feeling completely natural, light and effortless.”
Pen & Joe
Hedsor House
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“From the big beautiful Hedsor House portraits to all the little moments with our family and friends, she captured the atmosphere of our wedding perfectly.”
Neil & Angelina
Hedsor House
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“If you looking for powerful, dramatic, beautiful and artistic shots she has a gift.”
Natalia & Amir
London
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“We are so glad that we chose Kate to photograph our wedding. We talked through what we wanted in advance and Kate really understood what we were hoping for.”
Catherine & Nick
Brighton
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“She came up with some excellent location ideas, and I’ll treasure her beautiful images for years to come.”
Jodie & Greg
Brighton
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Brighton is my home
Brighton wedding photography.
A city with a feeling like few others.
Brighton is my home, and I love how much life there is here. The sea at the end of the street, the colour, the little places you find by wandering. There is a lovely freedom to celebrate in your own way, whether that means a few favourite people at the Town Hall or a whole room coming together for the evening.
I chose Brighton for my own small wedding, with drinks, our ceremony and a walk by the sea all becoming part of the day. That is what I want your photographs to hold on to: the people you love, the places you have chosen and the feeling of being there together.
A little day in the city.
Brighton Town Hall puts you close to the Lanes, with their narrow streets and places to slip away for a few photographs. Hotel du Vin offers another way to gather in the heart of things, while the Royal Pavilion brings a wonderfully different sense of occasion.
There is so much character within a small part of Brighton. The Town Hall’s stone columns, a narrow lane opening into a busy square, people sitting outside with a drink. I want the photographs to include some of that life. We can find a quieter corner for portraits, then let the walk back become part of the story too.
The sea, never far away.
A celebration at The Grand Brighton, a ceremony at the Bandstand, or a few quiet minutes on the beach. I love the thought of that little pause together, with the sea behind you and everyone waiting to welcome you back.
Brighton and Hove give you different ways to bring the coast into your photographs: the energy around the Palace Pier, the open promenade or the colour of Hove’s beach huts. We will choose somewhere that makes sense for your venue and the weather. Sometimes a few minutes close by are all you need to make something beautiful.
A little more countryside.
Just beyond the city, Stanmer House and Pangdean Old Barn offer a different setting for the day. Gardens, parkland and the South Downs bring Brighton weddings close to the countryside, too.
I love having that choice so close to home. You might want a city ceremony and a reception surrounded by greenery, or one place where everyone can settle in for the day. For the photographs, we can make the most of the setting you have chosen, from a quiet garden portrait to the moment your guests gather outside.
What draws me to weddings here is that they can be so personal. Brighton can be elegant, playful, intimate or full of noise and dancing. You can bring together the parts of the city you love and make a day that feels familiar and special at the same time.
As your Brighton wedding photographer, I will help you find the light and the places that fit your plans, with gentle guidance when you need it. Beautiful portraits, the laughter in between, and time to enjoy the celebration you have made your own.
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Sussex has my heart, too
Sussex wedding photography.
So many beautiful ways to celebrate.
I have spent so much time all over Sussex, and there is still something that makes me pause. A village tucked into the Downs, the gardens of an old house, a glimpse of the sea at the end of a street. It is a place I feel a real connection to, and somewhere I love to photograph weddings.
What makes Sussex so special is the choice. You can have the elegance of a country house, a small ceremony in a town you love or a barn with everyone gathered for dinner. The weddings I have photographed here have been stunning, and their surroundings have been such a beautiful part of the story. But it is always the people who make each place feel different.
Old towns, and days full of character.
Lewes and Arundel are two places that come to mind straight away. Historic streets, beautiful buildings and a feeling of being somewhere with a story of its own. Pelham House brings a townhouse and garden setting into the heart of Lewes; Arundel offers a different atmosphere, with its hills, river and castle rising above the town.
For Vira and David, Sussex meant Horsted Place, Lewes Register Office and St Mary’s Church in Newick. For Edward and Emily, it was Arundel, with their two dogs part of the celebration. I love seeing how couples bring their own lives into these places. The photographs become about much more than a beautiful backdrop.
Country houses, gardens and a little grandeur.
There is something wonderful about arriving at a house that feels set apart from everyday life. Horsted Place near Uckfield, South Lodge near Horsham and Goodwood House near Chichester each offer a different version of that feeling. Old architecture, generous surroundings and somewhere to gather the people you love.
As a photographer, I am drawn to the smaller possibilities within those settings: light falling through a window, a doorway that frames you beautifully or a quiet part of the garden. You do not need to disappear for hours to make the most of a remarkable place. A few thoughtfully chosen moments can be enough.
The Downs, the coast, and room to enjoy it.
Around Worthing and Chichester, the countryside offers another kind of celebration. Cissbury Barns near Findon and Upwaltham Barns in the South Downs are places to explore if you are drawn to a rural setting. Along the coast, from Worthing to Eastbourne, the sea brings its own light and atmosphere.
As your Sussex wedding photographer, I will help you make room for photographs that belong to your day. We will think about the light, the journey between your venues and a little time together, while leaving space for the conversations, laughter and moments you cannot plan. Beautiful photographs, and a wedding you have had time to enjoy.
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Wedding photography in Brighton & Sussex
From a seaside ceremony
to a countryside celebration.
Whether you’re planning an intimate register-office wedding or a day that carries on into the evening, I offer shorter, half-day and whole-day coverage.
Tell me about your date, your venue and what matters most to you. We can find the right coverage for your plans.
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Where are you celebrating?
Explore wedding photography in Brighton, Sussex and London, with local venues, real wedding stories and ideas for your day.
A few things you might be wondering
Your Brighton wedding photography questions
Do you photograph weddings outside Brighton?
Yes. I’m based in Brighton and photograph weddings across East and West Sussex, as well as Kent and London. Tell me where you’re planning your celebration when you get in touch.
Can we book shorter wedding coverage?
Yes. My registration package includes up to three hours of photography. Half-day and whole-day options are also available. Explore the coverage options.
We feel awkward in front of the camera. Can you help?
My approach combines natural moments with gently guided portraits. We’ll discuss what you’re comfortable with beforehand, and I’ll help you settle into the photographs without making your day feel like one long photoshoot.
Let’s make something to remember
Tell me about your wedding.
Share your date, venue and a little about your plans.
I’d love to hear what you have in mind.