Award Winning Wedding Photographer Robert Pugh

Robert Pugh is an accomplished award winning wedding photographer based in Reading and Berkshire, specialising in capturing the beauty and emotion of weddings across the UK and abroad. With a focus on documentary and photojournalism styles, Robert creates timeless storytelling images that authentically document every couple’s unique journey. His unobtrusive approach allows him to capture natural, candid moments, ensuring the essence of the day is preserved in every frame. Whether photographing a picturesque countryside wedding in Berkshire or a romantic destination ceremony abroad, Robert’s artistry and dedication to his craft shin through in every image he delivers.

Hello! I’m Robert Pugh, an award winning wedding photographer with a passion for capturing beautiful moments. I’m a family man, pet lover, father, and explorer. I love traveling with my partner, Lisa, spending time with my son, Jonathan, and taking long walks with Lilly, my Jack Russell and best friend. Originally from Manchester, I moved to Bolton, then to Hexham in Northumberland.

After joining the armed forces, I had the opportunity to live in places like Gibraltar, Spain, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria, and Africa, as well as exploring Europe. After settling in Slough, I moved to Reading, Berkshire in 2010, a perfect location for major transport routes, making me available for destination weddings worldwide.

As an award-winning wedding photographer, I am driven by my creative spirit and passion for connecting with people to capture unforgettable moments on your special day.

About Robert,

Award winning wedding photographer

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Our Story

You're probably wondering what this page is about If you've cast your eyes over my about me page, then you already know a lot about me. But that's me as a business overview and a sneak peek at my background.

It's time to find out about myself as a person and why I started this business. So let us go back to what I love about photography and what I like to do.

Growing up I was always messing around with my dad's old cameras in the loft. What I didn't realise back then is how essential cameras would be in my life.

As an adult taking pictures was an escape from this crazy world we live in and the opportunity to travel and explore new locations.

After spending years travelling the globe, meeting new friends and exploring work prospects, I soon realised a desk job was not right for me.

I started OneMo Photography way back in 2009, my money was low, and I had three months to make it work for me. If I failed and I'm a big believer in failure I would have to resort to a desk job. With determination, I purchased my first new camera and started to earn money for this fantastic black box.

Time worked well for me as I started to see my business grow, and with that making new friends in the photography industry. Before long I was taking destination jobs on and visiting New York, Yes New York. It was at that point I knew what I wanted to do.

I was an international photographer not to be mistaken for a foreign man of mystery after New York came to Hong Kong and finally Las Vegas.

I'm so happy to travel the world making memories for all the wedding, and event customers I work with not to mention myself.

OneMo Photography is a family run business with heart and soul. Although we need money to run the business, we put customers and opportunities first by booking with us you're supporting my love of travel, exploring and my love of memory-making.

International Traveler

Award Winning Wedding Photographer Robert with handful of coconuts

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Robert Pugh Camera Bag

What's in Robert Pugh Camera Bag Kit. Insight into the equipment I use to take photos, and although I rarely use it all at once, it’s almost always in my camera bag at some point in a working week. I like to pack light!

But first, it’s essential to understand the kinds of photos I take and what effect that has on what I carry on the day of the shoot or workshop I’m running.

Leica M11-P
Leica M6
Leica Q3
Leica MiniLux
Insta360 Go3
Voigtlander 28mm f2 Ultron
Leica 35mm f1.4 Summilux ASPH
Leica 50mm f1.4 Summilux ASPH
Leica 90mm f2 APO-Summicron ASPH
Oberwerth Q Backpack
Oberwerth Sholderbag
Oberwerth Leather SD Card Holder
Profoto B10
Profoto A10
Leica SF40
Amaran 60X
Mac Studio
iPad Pro 2022
Loopedeck CT
Capture One Pro
Capture One For iPad
QNAP NAS TVS-x72XT
Tainer Clouder CL-TN001S Mobile Backup
Sony Tough SD Cards 64GB
DJI Mic 2
Insta360 Flow
Portra 400
Portra 800
Ilford HP5 Plus
Lomography 800 Color Print
Alan Schiller - Metropolis
Christopher Herwig - Soviet Bus Stops
Christopher Herwig - Soviet Metro Stations
Craig Whitehead - Find Your Frame
David Gibson - The Street Photographers Manual
Daikon Moriyama - How I Take Photographs
Lynsey Addario - A Photographers Life Of Love and War

Just like my photography, my camera kit is constantly evolving. I remember reading that Eric Kim, the street photographer, doesn’t even own a tripod. While that suits him just fine, it works for me.

You could break down the kinds of photos I take into two sections: people and places. Whether I’m taking pictures of a model, or a man on the street, I spend a lot of time photographing people. And I spend an equally long time taking pictures of places, whether it’s an old building or a landscape.

So if you have a look at the list above, bear this in mind because everyone’s bag will be different. Please note, I don’t carry everything with me at once! I leave my telephoto lens, backup camera, etc., at home if I’m taking photos for fun or shooting street photography.

The Bag: The bag I use is a ThinkTank Airport Essentials (see above). It’s a fantastic bag, but I won’t bore you with the details, as you can read my review of it here.

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If you would like to show your appreciation whether for a wedding I've covered, a workshop you have attended or enjoyed a talk I've presented at a convention feel free to treat me to a coffee.

"Every sip is appreciated."

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Collection from over the years of my achievements.

I pride myself on giving lots of talks and running workshops yearly to help others in their photography. Don't hesitate to contact me if you want more details about any of these engagements.

Qualifications, Awards and Distinctions

Wedding photography – Awarded Grade of Distinction
PI Institute - Photography
Awarded Licentiateship (LSWPP) of the SWPP in April 2016
PTO Portrait Category Lanzarote 2016
Global Wedding Awards 2021 hosted by LUX Life magazine - Most Client-Focused Wedding Photographer 2021 - South East England
Three Best Rated - Awarded top three photographers in Reading 2020 and 2021
LUX - Best Documentary Wedding Photography Company 2024 - Berkshire 2024
Visual Arts Awards 2024
Profesional Photo Magazine
Amateur Photographer Magazine
Olympus Magazine
Westcott - ICE Light Advert (5 Years)
The Photography Show - Live Stage Speaker
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Sony)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Olympus)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Profoto)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (TetherTools)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (RotoLight)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Photix)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Lensbaby)
The Photography Show - Demonstrator (Fundy Software)
Photo Plus NewYork - Demonstrator
WPPI Las Vegas - Speaker (RotoLight)
WPPI Las Vegas - Demonstrator (Fundy Software)
SWPP - Speaker/Demonstrator
Photokina - Speaker/Demonstrator
Adorama - Workshops/Talks
Park Cameras - Workshops/Talks
WEX - Workshops/Talks
LCE London - Workshops/Talks
Brands I've had the pleasure of working alongside and being associated with.
Olympus UK
Olympus USA
Sony UK
Voigtlander
Lensbaby
TetherTools
Profoto
RotoLight
Westcott
Photix
ThinkTank Photo
Fundy Designer
AfterShoot