Testimonials

Nothing makes me happier than hearing lovely words from my clients after I've perfectly captured their day – it's the best reward!

A happy couple on their wedding day, walking, being showered in confetti, at Wickham Estate, Hampshire.

C&J at Wickham Estate

“Matt photographed our wedding last weekend at Wickham Estate and our preview photos speak for themselves. We are so excited to see the rest of the pictures after seeing how beautifully he captured the initial images which were sent to us very quickly.


On our wedding day Matt was the perfect combination of hype man and creative expert. He made us feel so at ease, even my husband who hates having his picture taken said our couples photos were his favourite part of the day. Matt worked brilliantly alongside our content creator, Kady from Magic Moments Social and they were such a dream team.


We have 3 young children and Matt was brilliant at getting the best out of them but also being flexible around their needs being met. Although we made a plan before the day, he was happy to go with the flow and it didn’t feel like we were missing out on the day to go and take photos as he gave us plenty of opportunities to mingle and have alone time just the two of us. I can’t recommend Matt more highly. If you’re looking for a photographer, he’s your man!”

A happy couple on their wedding day, in front of a clock, at Clock Barn, in Hampshire.

P&M at Clock Barn

“We used Matthew for our wedding because both my wife and I really liked his photography style, his website is easy to navigate and we were able to easily add additional time to suit our needs.


On the day itself, he was there in plenty of time, took wonderful photos and put us along with our guests at ease. His attitude is both professional and fun, as well as being able to build a great rapport with everyone so quickly.

We received a good number of varied initial photos the next working day, which were stunning and meant we were able to share them with family and friends.


We would highly recommend for anyone who is looking for a photographer to offer a fun and relaxed vibe whilst also being attentive, not overbearing or in the way at all.”

A woman in a wedding dress and a man in a suit are signing a marriage certificate, smiling and celebrating their wedding. Matthew Johnston Photography, Hampshire, UK.

L&S at Skylark Country Club

“From the minute we met Matt, we knew he was the perfect fit for our wedding and we made sure we secured him as soon as possible!


He was absolutely superb and we couldn’t have asked for more. He was so friendly, so kind, he knew what to do to help us relax and not feel so self conscious, he just fitted into the day with absolute ease and professionalism.


The photos we have received are simply incredible, I will never tire of looking at them and he’s captured our day perfectly. The love we have for each other and the love from our guests shines through in the photos, they are a true reflection of such a happy day and we are over the moon with them.


Our friends and family have commented that he was the best wedding photographer that they have seen and now the photos are back, they are even more impressed.
I cannot recommend Matt enough, he’s such a lovely man with incredible talent. A true gem.”

A happy couple on their wedding day, on a bridge at Kimbridge Barn, in Hampshire.

L&C at Kimbridge Barn

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five stars isn’t enough!

We are absolutely over the moon with Matthew as our wedding photographer. From the moment we met him, he brought such a calm, friendly energy that instantly put us at ease. He captured every moment so beautifully and naturally - nothing felt staged, yet every photo looks like it belongs in a magazine.

He managed to be everywhere without ever being intrusive, and so many of our guests commented on how lovely and professional he was throughout the day. The final photos are absolutely stunning; he somehow caught every smile, tear, and tiny detail that made our day special.

If you’re looking for someone who is talented, reliable, and genuinely passionate about what they do, this is your guy. We couldn’t be happier and will treasure these photos forever.”

A happy couple on their wedding day, on a walk in the woods at New Place Hotel in Hampshire.

S&M at New Place Hotel

“Matt was absolutely amazing at our wedding!

He captured some amazing moments filled with laughter and cheer and was really helpful in guiding me on how to pose as I'm not that confident Infront of a camera!

He really made it effortless and was really helpful in getting everyone together for photos.

I couldn't have asked for someone better and I really recommend him for any occasion.”

A happy couple on their wedding day, being showered in confetti at New Place Hotel in Hampshire.

C&V at New Place Hotel

“Matt was an absolute pleasure to have at our wedding.

His friendly yet professional approach made it so easy to relax in front of the camera, resulting in beautifully natural photos that really captured the joy of the day.

He worked tirelessly throughout, covering so much ground and ensuring every special moment was caught.

Matt also got along brilliantly with all of our guests — he genuinely felt like another friend at our wedding rather than just the photographer.

We couldn’t be happier with the results and would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for stunning, natural wedding photography.”

A happy couple on their wedding day, in front of a champagne tower, at The Master Builder’s House Hotel, in Hampshire.

B&C at The Master Builder's House Hotel

“Where do we even start?! Matt was an absolute legend from the second he walked through the door on the morning of our wedding. He brought all the good vibes, kept us laughing, and honestly felt more like a friend than just our photographer—plus, total hype man energy all day long!

He had such a good eye for cool and creative shots (stuff we never would’ve thought of), and he worked non-stop to make sure every moment was captured. Nothing was too much trouble—he just got it.

Then we got the photos… and WOW. We’re obsessed. His style, the editing, the way he captured the feeling of the day—it’s all just perfect. We’ve already looked through them like a hundred times.

Massive thank you, Matt. You smashed it! We’re so grateful and would 1000% recommend you to anyone looking for an amazing wedding photographer 📸”

A happy couple on their wedding day, just after they say ‘I Do’ at the front of the service, held at Old Thorns Hotel and Resort, Hampshire.

A&D at Old Thorns Hotel and Resort

“If we could give more than 5 stars, we would! Matt is truly incredible – both as a photographer and as a person. From the moment we met him, he put us at ease. He’s full of warmth, energy, and joy; instantly more like a friend than someone we’d just met. His passion for photography shines through in everything he does, and his commitment to capturing the perfect shot is unmatched.

One of the things that mattered most to us was finding someone who could confidently direct guests and keep things moving – Matt absolutely nailed this. He was composed, clear, and assertive (in the best possible way!) and managed group shots with impressive speed and precision. Our guests adored him, we’ve had so many comments about how wonderful and fun he was even after he’d left for the day!

Despite it being peak wedding season, Matt made us feel like we were his top priority. His professionalism, creativity, and charm made the whole experience seamless and enjoyable. He has such a talent for capturing joy, and we’re so grateful we found him.

If you're considering booking Matt – do it! He’s fantastic, and we honestly can’t thank him enough for helping make our wedding day unforgettable.”

A happy groom celebrating marrying the love of his life, popping champagne, showering him and his guests, at the beautiful Rheinfield House Hotel, in Hampshire.

A&G at Rhinefield House Hotel

“I am so glad we chose Matt as our wedding photographer.

Not only are his photos amazing but his personality lit up our day and put us all at ease.

We also had Dawn as second photographer and Owen as videographer who were both so great and they as a team helped the whole day run smoothly, making sure our guests were happy and also giving us breaks from photos to chat to everyone.

I’ve always thought I’m not very photogenic but Matt told us exactly what to do/how to pose and the photos came out perfect!

We received so many compliments on how fab our photographer was so that says it all!
Would 110% recommend!”