About Me

Hi I’m Mark – I travel the world to capture the stories and emotion of your wedding day.

I am based in Yorkshire, however I photograph weddings throughout the UK and the world. I have the best job in the world as I get to travel to amazing places and spend the day with couples on the happiest day of their life. I love to be around people, I am a people person and I can always be seen with a big smile behind my camera. When I am not photographing weddings I love spending time with my wife Lesley and our labrador Barney.

My photos tell your story

My photos will tell the story of your day and will make memories for years to come. If you feel my style and approach appeals to you, then I would love to hear more about your wedding plans.

How I work

My style is relaxed and informal, this gives a true documentary approach throughout the day. The day will flow at its own pace and I will be with you to capture you and your guests having fun and enjoying the day.

Good photography is all about the moments, emotions, the people, the fun and the love. The photographs will tell the story of the day, they will make you laugh, they will make you smile and will last a lifetime.

Kind Words

“Mark was amazing everyone said how relaxed he was. His photos are stunning.”

Alison & Alan

Yorkshire Wedding Photographer and destination wedding photographer Mark Raffan owner of Valentina Weddings

If you like my work and approach

Let’s Talk

I do get booked up well in advance with key dates as I only shoot 20 weddings a year. Get in touch to chat more about your day.