LOUMAY

Louise May, known as Lou, is a documentary wedding and elopement photographer based in Devon, now working under the name LOUMAY. She photographs elopements and intimate weddings across Devon, Cornwall and Exmoor, and she is available to travel further afield.

Why she suits LGBTQ+ couples

Lou describes herself as an LGBTQ+ ally and works with people of all genders, sexualities and family structures. Her unposed, documentary approach means you are not asked to perform for the camera. That suits couples who want photographs of how the day actually felt, especially at small weddings and elopements where every moment counts.

What she offers

• Elopements and intimate weddings
• Adventurous and last-minute weddings
• Engagement and couple sessions
• Small gatherings and backyard celebrations
• Digital photography, 35mm film and Super 8 video

How she works

Lou looks for the in-between moments and real connection rather than staged set-ups. Her style is cinematic and honest, and she mixes digital work with analogue film and Super 8 footage. On her website you can build a rough outline of the coverage you want, then follow up through the enquiry form or WhatsApp to talk it through. Her aim is a set of images that lasts as a record of your relationship, not content made for social media.

Where she covers

She is based in Devon and works throughout the county, from North Devon to the South Hams, as well as across Cornwall and Exmoor. She also takes on weddings elsewhere in the UK and abroad.