Wow, what a year.

There’s so many moments from 2025 to look back on. From 43 weddings and thousands of photographs, I’ve whittled them down to my highlights.

Alongside these images, winning the TWIA’s Yorkshire & North East Best Wedding Photographer of the year 2026 was a huge achievement. To have my work recognised and chosen by judges at the top of the game against the fiercest competition, this was a big career milestone.

I’m always working towards capturing weddings excitingly, to break the mould as much as possible as well as deliver what’s expected of me. All these photographs in this Best of 2025 are images that excite me personally, they represent what I strive to capture – treasured moments, loud or quiet, shared between humans, all in their vibrant colours.

Here’s what some of 2025’s wedding couples had to say…

As a wedding photographer myself, I’ve known Hamish through the industry for years – and in the back of my mind I knew that he’d always be our wedding photographer. The amount of people that said to me ‘how on earth did you choose a wedding photographer’ and my answer.. ‘that was the easiest decision we made’. – Emily

‘Many of our guests commented on how he was able to be everywhere, capturing so many hilarious and heartfelt moments, yet also subtle and discrete, slipping by unnoticed to capture truly natural moments. He went the extra mile for us on several occasions to be in the right place at the right time. These results of these extra-mile efforts will bring joy our families and friends for a lifetime.’ – Callum

And the wedding photos? Just wow. Every single image tells a story — nothing feels forced or staged, just genuine moments full of love, laughter, and emotion. Hamish is not only incredibly talented, but also such a calm, friendly presence to have around on the day. – Bradie

43 couples chose me to capture the biggest day of their lives and I couldn’t be prouder – thank you. Roll on 2026, another amazing year ahead.

Best colourful Wedding Photographer 2025 by Hamish Irvine Photographer. Check out last year’s Best of 2024 roundup too! Follow my instagram for the latest updates on wedding shenanigans!

Hamish Irvine is a documentary, fun and relaxed wedding photographer available for weddings in Leeds, across the UK and for weddings worldwide. Documentary wedding photography story telling packed with energy, colour and life. See more on the blog, and get in touch.

Best colourful Wedding Photographer 2025