Wedding and elopement photographer


Documenting your love stories with honesty and cinematic magic


BASED IN THE UK AND BEYOND
Close-up of wedding photographer with a camera while wearing circular gold earrings and a dark top.

Editorial and cinematic PHOTOGRAPHER


welcome, I am glad you are here!


My name is Khaoula, quite a twist to the tongue, so all my friends and family just call me Kay !  


My passion for photography began as a creative escape 10 years ago alongside a demanding engineering career and slowly became something essential to me, a way of capturing joy, human connection, and those fleeting moments that make life feel truly magical. Somewhere along the way, I became completely hooked !


Over the years, I’ve photographed many different subjects, but it’s people  and the connections between them that have always drawn me in the most. I love what I do, and I feel incredibly grateful to be invited into moments that are so personal. It’s a privilege that I approach with care, curiosity, and intention every time.


Above all, my goal is to create images that don’t just look beautiful, but feel like memories, photographs you can return to years from now and be transported right back to how it all felt !


I live in London with my husband Matteo. We are both proudly Mediterranean, which means our kitchen is a constant (and very serious) debate between risotto and couscous !  I love cooking it all… and yes, Harissa somehow ends up on everything !  







Candid shot of a wedding photographer in black jacket and jeans against brick wall background.
Bride and bridesmaid laugh joyfully, one holding a bouquet of orchids, in a black and white wedding photo.

Elopement photographer based in London


At the heart of my work is the belief that your photographs should feel like memories 


"Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realise they were the big things"

Robert Brault



My approach is always centred on my couples


Golden rule ! 


My priority is to help you feel at ease and understood so your photographs reflect your vision and your moments as you experience them. I want you to have fun, enjoy your moments with your loved ones and above all have photos that will bring you back in time to your special day again and again like time capsules.



I edit my photos in a style that combines a cinematic documentary approach, golden tones, a hint of grain, a little of black and white here and there to create an elevated editorial look. Above all I love editing my photos always keeping you looking natural and effortless, laughing, smiling, walking, sitting, dancing, talking ! I will photograph it all.



Although I’m warm and deeply people-focused, I take my work incredibly seriously. I never take for granted the trust you place in me to document such an important day, and I bring care, intention, and commitment to every part of the journey, from our first conversation to the delivery of your final gallery.


Black and white photo of a laughing bride holding flowers embracing a groom in a suit on a city street in London elopement wedding.
Black and white photo of a bride holding an anthurium bouquet, with a smiling groom in the background.
Groom lifting bride in white dress outside flower-adorned Chelsea Old Town Hall steps, confetti falling, joyful wedding celebration.

"Khaoula did her magic! We are so pleased with her photoshoot , a very talented and dedicated person! Made us remember and dream about our wedding once more! "


F & M

Kind words
Black and white wedding ceremony photo of bride and groom exchanging rings before guests in Lille town hall in France.

" Kay was an absolute joy to have with us on our wedding day. She has this calm, radiant energy that instantly puts everyone at ease, even the camera‑shy guests were laughing within minutes. She blended in so naturally with our families, guiding us gently when needed and letting the real moments unfold. The photos are stunning, but what we appreciated most was how she made the whole experience feel effortless and genuinely fun


H & G

Testimonials
Black and white photo of a young couple embracing outdoors, woman looking up at man affectionately.

" Khaoula, before being an excellent photographer, is an exceptional person

She has the ability to put you at ease even when the setting makes it challenging "


S & N

Testimonials

Moments as they felt

Bride in white dress tosses hat near Santander bikes while groom watches, London street wedding photo. London elopement wedding.
Two Black brides in white gowns smile joyfully, holding a bouquet of blush pink anthuriums and orchids indoors.
Black and white photo of interracial couple holding hands, bride wearing wedding dress with pearl details and engagement ring.
Bride in white satin gown with feather trim and lace veil walks beside groom in black suit on city street.
White pillar candles in glass hurricane vases arranged on floor beside draped fabric at elegant event.
A stylish couple walks hand in hand on a street, the man in a vest and sunglasses smiling back at the camera.
Black and white photo of a bride in a satin dress holding a floral bouquet, embraced by groom near bicycles.
Man kissing woman's hand on a charming London street, she wears a pink coat and laughs joyfully.
Wedding flat lay with lace gloves, pearl necklace, candles, and Brian & Nayanthi ceremony program on dark surface.
Bride in white lace veil admiring elegant champagne tower with fruit desserts at wedding reception. Vintage Film 35 photograph.
Black and white photo of a bride in a strapless gown being buttoned up by a bridesmaid wearing a crystal bracelet.
Elegant champagne tower with peach desserts on stemmed glasses, surrounded by fresh peaches on a white tablecloth.

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