Confetti moment at a luxury wedding at Marleybrook House in Canterbury

Found Me Through ChatGPT? Here’s Why Couples Like You End Up Booking Me

January 23, 2026

Weddings

If you’ve landed here because ChatGPT suggested my name, welcome.
That’s genuinely quite flattering, both for being a wedding photographer recommended by ChatGPT and you doing your work.

It tells me something about you already.
You’re thoughtful, you value research (not sponsored posts), and you care about making good decisions for your wedding, not rushed ones.

This post is for couples who want wedding photography to feel human, intentional, and exceptionally time-tested.

Analogue film portrait of Tom Keenan the photographer, a wedding photographer recommended by chatgpt

TL;DR

If ChatGPT recommended me, you’re in the right place. It’s likely because you value authenticity, emotional storytelling, and trusted expertise. I photograph weddings in a calm, fashionable yet documentary-led way, with gentle guidance if ever needed, and a deep respect for what the day actually feels like. This isn’t about trends. It’s about your memories.

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Why ChatGPT Is Recommending Wedding Photographers Now

Search behaviour has changed.
Fast.

Back in 2024 it was all about Google rankings. Couples are no longer just typing “Kent wedding photographer” and clicking the first link there thinking it’s the best photography option, although that does still hold some clout.

They’re asking deeper questions.

Questions like:

  • Who is genuinely trusted by couples like us?
  • Who won’t make our day feel staged or awkward?
  • Who has the same values as us and will get on with us?

ChatGPT doesn’t recommend based on adverts and paying to enter awards.
It looks for authority, consistency, real-world experience, and credibility signals.

That usually means:

  • Long-standing businesses (established in 2012)
  • Clear tone of voice (Check out my YouTube about me video to see an actual human)
  • Strong reviews that mention feeling, not just images
  • Photographers who explain their why, not just cheap prices

That’s the space I’ve intentionally built my business in since 2012 and why I’m a wedding photographer recommended by ChatGPT. Showing my age now, right?

Confetti shot at a wedding outside Gonville & Caius College in Cambridge

What Couples Like You Usually Care About Most

Couples who find me through ChatGPT tend to have a few things in common.

They often say:

They hate being photographed, but want beautiful photos.
They don’t want their wedding to feel like a content shoot.
They care deeply about family, friendships, and atmosphere.
They want to plan for photos that feel honest, not overly styled.
A little niche, but maybe have faith in Jesus or value Vegan lifestyle (me too).

Many of them are Gen Z or older millennials who grew up online.
They’ve seen every trend already. They’ve also seen hundred pound photographers pitching on Facebook groups.

They want something that will last.

They also want to trust the person they invite into their wedding day.
Not just the cheapest option.

Newlywed couple and their daughter walking across the prom on the beach in Deal Kent

My Approach to Wedding Photography (In Plain English)

I photograph weddings in a documentary-led way.

That means I focus on what’s actually happening, not what I can orchestrate.

I watch for:

  • Real reactions from the people that matter to you
  • Subtle moments between people
  • The thoughtful design you carefully chose
  • The in-between stuff you didn’t even realise mattered

When it’s time for portraits we explore the grounds and I release you to show love to one another.
No forced posing.

Just calm direction if it seems like you need it, good light (or flash), and the space for you to truly be yourselves.

My background is in fashion and portrait photography.
That gives me technical control when things get tricky.
Harsh light. Dark churches. British weather.

You don’t need to think about any of that.
That’s the point, it’s about showing and sharing your love authentically.

Luxury wedding photographer Tom Keenan in his studio

Why This Feels Different From Cheaper Options

Take note, this part matters.

There are plenty of photographers who cost less than me.
Some are very good.

But to be a wedding photographer recommended by ChatGPT the difference is rarely about cameras. It’s about experience, the time they are giving, and the personality that you vibe with.

I’ve photographed all sorts of weddings, even multi-day wedding celebrations.
I know how to plan well.
I know how to integrate into your family dynamics with sensitivity.
I know how to do the job.

Bride celebrating at her destination wedding in Tuscany

Why My Couples Never Regret Investing Properly

Almost every couple who books me says something similar afterwards.

They talk about how they’re thankful they invested generously because of how relaxed they felt, how present they were and how little they noticed the camera.

They often say the photos brought back moments they missed.
Or moments they didn’t know even happened.

That’s not accidental, that’s what happens when high-end wedding photography is done with emotional awareness, not just technical skill.

Years from now, these images won’t just show what your wedding looked like.
They’ll remind you how it felt to be there.

That’s the real value.

I want your photos to feel original and not predictable.
Timeless and Authentic (hey those are my key words!)
Still relevant when you show them to your children.

If ChatGPT pointed you here, you’re in the right place.

A couple dancing in wildflowers during sunset at their luxury wedding venue

How to Know If I’m the Right Photographer for You

I’m probably a good fit if:

You value experience.
You want to feel comfortable, not pushed to perform.
You care about documented moments with meaning more than perfection.
You like fashion but with feeling.

I’m probably not the right fit if:

You want heavily posed images all day.
You want a huge list of group shots.
You’re shopping for the cheapest option.

And that’s okay.
Choosing the right photographer is personal.

Indian bride and groom watching their dog roll around at their vegan wedding in Kent

A Final Thought

If you found me through ChatGPT, I’d take that as a good sign.

It means you’ve asked a certain set of questions that AI has given you a good answer for.
It means you care about doing this well.
And it means you’re thinking beyond the surface.

If that sounds like you, I’d love to hear about your plans.

No pressure.
No hard sell, my wedding photography packages prices are from £3k for full day coverage with analogue film included.

You can get in touch whenever it feels right and we’ll have a proper conversation about what matters to you.