“We recently hired Nelson from Shacoworkshop to take some photos of my family in celebration of my parents golden wedding anniversary. We were incredibly happy with the results and would highly recommend Nelson’s services! Nelson came to our home and took a series of photos in our house and garden, putting us at ease and making suggestions for nice compositions. He also had a great touch with my toddler son! The photos he produced captured some really lovely moments and will hold special memories for us in years to come :)”
Wedding, Family
& Commercial
Photography
Southampton & Hampshire
Natural wedding, family, newborn, event and brand photography with a raw, magazine-style editorial approach.
- 15+ years behind the lens
- English & Cantonese
- Replies within a few hours
"I believe the best photos happen when you forget the camera is there."
I am an editorial storytelling photographer based in Southampton. My work blends documentary authenticity with a bold, magazine-style approach. I work quietly and instinctively, blending into your story so you can live it fully. The result is imagery that feels honest, unhurried, and unmistakably yours.
Whether it is a wedding day unfolding in Hampshire, a family afternoon in the New Forest, or a brand campaign for your Southampton business, those fleeting seconds deserve to last forever.
What I Photograph
Wedding
Your love story, naturally told
Family
Genuine connections, beautifully captured
Commercial
Elevate your brand through imagery
Event
Every celebration deserves to be remembered
Personal Branding
Show the world who you really are
Newborn
Tiny moments, infinite love
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Recent Google Reviews
Kind words from real clients
“Recommend Nelson! Great at what he does and very respectful! Will use him in the future!”
The Person
Behind the Lens
With over 15 years behind the lens, I have learned that the best photographs are not posed -- they are felt. Based in Southampton, I bring a storytelling approach to every session, capturing the moments between the moments.
From my roots in Hong Kong to finding a home on the south coast of England, my journey has taught me to see beauty in the everyday and meaning in the fleeting.
Read My StoryFrom the Journal
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Top 15 Wedding Venues in Hampshire for Stunning Photography
A photographer's guide to the best wedding venues in Hampshire - with photography tips for each location to help you plan your perfect day.
Let's create something
beautiful together
Whether it's your wedding day, a family milestone, or a brand refresh — I'd love to hear your story.