Philip Thomas Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $4,000

About Philip Thomas Photography

Philip Thomas Photography

About Philip

A Brit from just south of London in England, I have lived in Texas since 2006, when I moved to marry my best friend. Before moving to America, I was a newspaper photographer covering local stories and sports, managed a portrait studio, and traveled the world. A lifelong photographer, I've spent an unhealthy amount of time in darkrooms developing rolls of film and learning from amazing mentors.

I love the craft of photography. I’m a former news photographer and a San Antonio-based wedding photographer capturing weddings from a fly-on-the-wall perspective. You’ll not notice me. My photos are candid and artistic with a splash of color and monochrome.

Services

Bride-only session
Engagement session
Extra hours
Image editing
Online proofing
Printing rights
Second photographer

Photo formats

Digital
Film
Hybrid

Deliverables

Digital files
Digital rights
Online gallery
Printed enlargements
Same/next-day sneak-peek images
Wedding album

Reviews

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Perfect mix of candid and formal photos
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•Anne H.•Jun 30, 2025
Philip captured all the fun and the feels from our wedding weekend! When we first interviewed with Philip, we knew that he would be a great fit. We were lucky enough to have Philip for both our Rehearsal Dinner night as well as our wedding day. His method of “photojournalism” was perfect for our lively group of wedding guests - all of the candids were amazing! Throughout the weekend, Philip was able to capture the feel of each special moment; doing so without posing us or interfering with the moments themselves, but capturing them honestly as they happened. From photos in the bridal suite to the intimate moments like our first look, Philip made us feel comfortable in every scenario with his humor and encouragements to embrace the moment. We highly suggest booking Philip for your wedding day/weekend!
Best Documentary Style Photographer EVER
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•Lillian W.•Jun 11, 2025
Philip absolutely delivered beyond our expectations - we wanted authentic photos that captured the energy and emotions of the day with stylistic flair and it was everything we wanted and more! He has such a keen eye for crafting gorgeous shots without you even knowing he's there. I would recommend him to any couple!
HIRE THIS PHOTOGRAPHER
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•Kaylin K.•May 19, 2025
We truly cannot say enough amazing things about our wedding photographer, Philip Thomas! From the very beginning, he was so easy and lovely to work with. He was warm, professional, and incredibly calming to have around on such a big day. He has an incredible eye for capturing moments in such an artistic, real, and emotive way. Nothing felt forced or overly posed, just genuine, beautiful snapshots of us and our loved ones exactly as we were. Every time we look through the gallery, we notice new little details he managed to catch that bring the day rushing back to life. Not only was the experience amazing, but he also delivered our full gallery so quickly! Way faster than we expected! We are beyond grateful to have these photos to treasure for a lifetime. If you’re considering booking Philip, don’t hesitate. You’ll be so glad you did.
Response from vendor•May 21, 2025
Thank you so much, Kaylin! It was a joy to work with you both and meet all your amazing family, friends, and, of course, your four-legged family members.
Stunningly Talented
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•B•Apr 19, 2025
We were blessed to have found Philip to do the photography for our wedding day. Not only were the photos stunning. He was very easy to work with, and very responsive over email in the lead-up to the big day. He was also a pleasure to have around on the day itself. He managed to be physically present for all the important moments without intruding. And of course, the photos were downright incredible. My family and friends cannot stop talking about them. Philip was worth every penny. The photos are one of the few things that last beyond the wedding itself (not the music, or food, or flowers). Do yourself a favor and invest in a good photographer like Philip. I promise you won't regret it.

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I love the craft of photography. As a former press photographer, I tell stories using a documentary approach that captures the authentic moments of your special day. I keep things simple and make sure you both never get overwhelmed or feel like the wedding is a huge production of lights, light stands, and assistants. My trusty Leicas are all I need to get the job done right using available light. I happily capture a limited set of staged photographs, including the obligatory group photos and creative shots of the couple.

I’m from Chichester, England, and made the move to San Antonio, Texas, in 2006. Why? I married a Texan. We both worked on a cruise ship in 2002 and started dating.

I have been a full-time professional photographer since 1992, starting as a press photographer. I’ve been drawing since a kid, and then I picked up my first camera around 13 or 14 years old. I still sketch, but I do it with a camera. Good fortune has been in my life. I got a break working on a local newspaper shooting news stories, sports, and handshake pics, and I developed my craft. Most importantly, I had great mentors who taught me a lot! I then traveled the world for ten years before meeting my wife, who hails from Texas.

Well, that’s how I feel too. Seriously. I’m a very calm, mellow person (some even say I’m funny) who tends to blend into the scene rather than bring attention to myself. I have this British accent which helps, apparently. Combined with my documentary style, will have you both used to me within the 30 minutes of getting ready time. The only time you’ll really be aware of the cameras is in the family group photo and the creative portraits. You can just be you, and I will take care of the rest.

You will see that I’m very thorough and I cover the wedding day, including all the decor and details as I find them. There is no need to provide a shot list. The only list that I might need is a list of the family group shots. If I have one of those detailed shot lists from the internet that your photographer must cover, then I really cannot focus on delivering what you hired me for in the first place.

It varies with every wedding that I shoot, so there is no set answer. I’m not a ‘machine gunner’ hoping to get lucky shots. I think, anticipate, and react to moments ensuring great images every time. ‘Less is more’. Quality over quantity.

My hero of sorts is a French photographer, Henri Cartier-Bresson. He is considered the master of candid photography and was one of the early pioneers of street photography. It’s his particular early work that I’m drawn to. Cartier-Bresson was uniquely talented at capturing decisive moments using geometry, composition, form, and balance in his images. I have many photographers I enjoy reading about, and if you come to my studio, you’ll see a huge stack of books.

$1500 will hold the date along with a signed contract.

Yes. I photograph Texas statewide, all over North America and Europe, passport-ready. I love shooting in my home base of San Antonio, Texas. 50% of my weddings are in Houston, Austin, Dallas, and the Texas Gulf. My recent weddings were in New York, New Jersey, Washington DC, Santa Fe, and California.

Yes, all images are edited in-house. Images take approximately 6-8 weeks and are delivered to a private gallery.

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Philip Thomas Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Elopement pricing

About Philip Thomas Photography

Philip Thomas Photography

Services

Services

Photo formats

Deliverables

Reviews

Perfect mix of candid and formal photos

Best Documentary Style Photographer EVER

HIRE THIS PHOTOGRAPHER

Stunningly Talented

Preferred vendors of Philip Thomas Photography

Real wedding inspiration featuring Philip Thomas Photography

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