Northern Ireland wedding photographer capturing real moments, genuine emotion, and timeless memories.

Hi, I'm Mark Barnes, a multi award winning wedding photographer based in Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland.

For more than 22 years I've had the privilege of photographing over 1,000 weddings, taking me across the island of Ireland, throughout the UK, and to beautiful destinations such as Cyprus, Portugal, and the South of France.

I'm incredibly proud to have been named Wedding Help NI Photographer of the Year in both 2024 and 2025, as well as PPANI Creative Wedding Photographer of the Year 2026. I'm also proud to be the highest reviewed wedding photographer in Northern Ireland, with more than 440 five star reviews across Google and Facebook.

For me, those reviews mean more than any award because they come from real couples who've trusted me to capture one of the biggest days of their lives.

I photographed my very first wedding at just 14 years old, and I've loved every minute since. My style is relaxed, natural, and unobtrusive, allowing you to enjoy every moment while I capture the real story of your day. No awkward posing. No forced smiles. Just beautiful, authentic photographs you'll treasure for a lifetime.

From the biggest moments to the quiet ones you never even realised happened, my goal is simple. To create timeless photographs that transport you straight back to how your wedding day felt.

Cherished Wedding Photographs

As a husband and father of two amazing daughters, I know how quickly moments become memories. That's why every wedding is treated with the same passion and care as my very first. These aren't just photographs. They're part of your family's story for generations to come.

Have a browse through some of my featured weddings, explore my wedding portfolio, or if you'd like to chat about your own plans, I'd love to hear from you. Simply get in touch and let's create something incredible together.

PPANI

I previously served as President of the Professional Photographers Association of Northern Ireland (PPANI), Northern Ireland's longest established professional photography organisation. Supporting and mentoring fellow photographers has been a real privilege and is something I'm incredibly proud to have been part of.