DORSET / LONDON / THE SOUTH COAST
Paul Underhill
Photographer in Bournemouth, Dorset
Wedding and commercial photography for people and brands
I’m Paul Underhill, a photographer based in Bournemouth with over 25 years of experience. My background is in photojournalism, and that shapes everything. Covering a wedding in rural Dorset, a commercial brief for a Bournemouth business, or a family shoot on the coast.
The approach is always the same: observe, stay unobtrusive, and focus on what’s real.
Wedding Photography
After more than 600 weddings photographed across Dorset, the approach remains consistent: observe closely, direct lightly, and allow the day to unfold naturally. The photography follows your wedding rather than shaping it.
“Paul was quite simply a photographic ninja – it was almost as though he was never there – but he captured every single moment we could have hoped for and hundreds we would have missed.” Ben & Victoria, Dorset
Commercial Photography
For businesses, the right photography does more than look professional. It communicates clearly and builds trust.
Corporate events, headshots and brand commissions are photographed across Dorset, Bournemouth and London, with every brief approached with care and attention.
“Your professionalism and keen eye for detail captured exactly what we envisioned. The photos truly reflect the essence of our team – and we’ve received numerous compliments since.” Richard Rhodes, Chief Executive Officer, Purposeful Group
Portrait Photography
Family shoots, couples and personal portraits are approached in the same way: relaxed and natural, focused on real connection.
The aim is to create photographs that feel like you.
Available across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset.
Event Photography
Every event has its own pace and atmosphere. The approach is to work quietly and document it clearly, capturing speakers, audience reactions and the energy of the room.
From corporate conferences and brand launches to awards evenings and private celebrations, coverage extends across Dorset, Bournemouth and London.
Let’s chat about your photography needs
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Stories, Insights & Inspiration
Smedmore House Wedding Photography: A Photographer’s Perspective
Written by Paul Underhill, a Dorset wedding photographer with first-hand knowledge of weddings at Smedmore HouseSmedmore House sits above the Purbeck coastline near Kimmeridge, and it is one of the few wedding venues in Dorset that I genuinely find difficult to leave...
Larmer Tree Gardens Wedding Dress That Went Viral
Written by Paul Underhill, a documentary wedding photographer with a background in photojournalism.A wedding that found a new audience I photographed Hannah’s wedding at Larmer Tree Gardens in 2022. Around the time of the wedding Hannah shared a short video online...
Sarah & Kian’s Summer Wedding at Hinton St Mary Estate
Written by Paul Underhill, a Dorset wedding photographer with a background in photojournalism Style: Elegant, classic, intimateLocation: Hinton St Mary Estate, Dorset | Season: SummerPhotographic approach: Documentary wedding photography with a natural,...
HMS Queen Elizabeth Launch Party | Royal Navy Event Photography, Portsmouth
Written by Paul Underhill – event photographer | Documentary coverage of high-profile military and corporate events across the UK.I was commissioned by the Royal Navy to document the VIP launch party for HMS Queen Elizabeth at Portsmouth Naval Base, shortly after the...
Opening Ceremony Event Photography for SWASFT in Dorset
Written by Paul Underhill commercial event photographer | Documentary and PR coverage for public sector, corporate and opening events across Dorset and the South CoastAs a Dorset-based event photographer I was commissioned to photograph the official opening of...
Black and White Summer Wedding at Mapperton House | Olivia + Zach
Written by Paul Underhill, a Dorset wedding photographer Style: Black and white palette, warm summer atmosphere, relaxed and refinedLocation: Mapperton House, Dorset | Season: SummerPhotographic approach: Documentary coverage with relaxed editorial portraits A Black...
