30 Honest Wedding Photos By Ian Weldon That Are As Funny As They Are Chaotic (New Pics)
Interview With Artist“The coolest wedding photographer in the world” - that’s what photographer Ian Weldon’s Instagram bio says and it might just be true. Those who aren’t too fond of the perfectly polished cookie-cutter wedding shots will probably enjoy the unfiltered and hilarious photos taken by Ian.
"Much as I’d love to stand around for hours lining people up and taking photographs of every combination of family members and guests, I’ve more important things to be doing. And quite frankly, so have you," the photographer told Bored Panda in a previous post about his unique take on wedding photography. Scroll down to see his newest works.
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anyone else notice the little boy about the spank the guy ? Just me ?
That looks like a fun reception! Those are the best! There's one that I went to where I asked the crabby older cousin who was in a wheelchair to dance. I pushed his chair around the dancefloor. He smiled for the rest of the night.
Why do kids like slapping butts so much? Lol I mean I do too but still
Looks like a great wedding. That couple will be together a loooong time!
When asked about the most memorable wedding he’s photographed, Ian told us: “It’s difficult to say, really. Each wedding has its own personality and rhythm so they are all memorable in their own way. I’m also very lucky that I get to travel a lot and always enjoy experiencing different cultures.
In 2016 I traveled to Los Angeles to shoot Steven Yeun’s (Glen from the Walking Dead) wedding, which was my first real high profile wedding, and that was quite a memorable experience.
As far as hilarious situations are concerned, there’s always something going on. There has been everything from minor scuffles, medical emergencies, and missing guests, to wedding cakes being dropped on the floor and cars being crashed into courtyard water features. It’s all in good spirits though, and most people behave themselves. Mostly.”
Is it too sour, or has he poked himself in the eye with a straw? We'll never know.
How about both, he poked himself in the eye with the straw and the sour drink got in his eye
Load More Replies...The look on her face says to me she tried it first and is asking for his opinion.
Nobody said anything was supposed to be wrong with any of these pictures, it's just that some of them are more casual or behind the scenes than the typical super staged, professionally "perfect" photos that typically wind up in the albums. Think of stock photos that come in picture frames when you buy them.. this sort of photo wouldn't be used because it's not "perfect" despite there being nothing wrong with it at all. I personally love this photo and totally agree with you about then looking like they're having a good time! You can feel the vibes just by looking at it! I think real is better than perfect any day!
Load More Replies...Love how it appears the one with the empty wine glass has made a naughty remark!
“I always have a few things going on at the same time,” Ian tells us about his life outside photography. “I have an interest in community and more underrepresented aspects of society. I’m working on a few long-term projects that include: working men's clubs, body building culture, and festivals, and there are always other ideas floating around."
At least they had a cake lol. The people responsible for my wedding cake forgot to bring it at all 😂
Or a failed limbo challenge? Without the limbo stick.
Load More Replies..."About the time I was getting serious with photography I was also in a band. I played guitar and could sing (shout) a little. I was never really serious about it and never understood music and it fell by the wayside when my photography started to take off. During the pandemic, I had a chance to go back to music and started to learn the piano. I can get a tune out of one, I can read music a little and I understand much more music theory. I’m not doing it with any goal in mind but it is something I enjoy and it’s a different creative outlet. Also, during the pandemic, I learned a little bit about shooting video and that has given me ideas about some short documentaries.
And there are motorbikes. I've been obsessed with them from a very young age and still am today. It’s great that when I have weddings in Europe I can road trip on my bike. I have a 2-week tour of France and Italy coming up - with two weddings to shoot while I’m there - and then another in Switzerland a couple of months later. I expect they will be very memorable trips.”
I didn't down vote you, but did you know that nicotine is more addictive than heroin? It's extremely difficult to quit. I know. I've reduced from 30/day to 10/day, and those last 10 are wicked hard to give up. Have some sympathy.
Load More Replies...what do you care! They're outside not bothering you. Walk away your sanctimonious twat!
Why are we downvoting silly sparkly girl for not liking the smell of secondhand smoke? Upvote her so she doesn’t get suspended please.
Well it doesn't take a genius to figure out singling out a type of person and saying 'gag' at the end is offensive to anyone who smokes or knows a smoker and doesn't think they're *gag*. Down vote me for pointing this out or bc I'm Def down voting sparklygirl. But this is why I've been laughing at antivaxxers crying discrimination. Yes, welcome to being a smoker 😁
Load More Replies...I can't wait to show this thread to an anti-vaxxer. At least you're not a smoker. We're Gross people us smokers ☺
SillynotsosparklyGirl.. Ugh. Yeah. I know. No one is as prefect as you. D Battle II said it well, "Just walk away. " orrrr.....continue to post on every single picture/post of people making what you consider bad decisions.
😂🤣😂 apparently even saying smoking or cigarettes n you get down voted. Lmao Love it. Missed the train, Only vaping is cool now 😅
Load More Replies...And yet the woman on the far left is all of us. She is not impressed lol.
Load More Replies..."I told you not to do the worm at the wedding, Gary! The suits are rented!"
Ooh, brake dance! … Or possibly a cataclysmic nose dive, I’m not entirely sure.
He is hoping that the guy behind him will get the gum off of his shoes.
When asked about the future, the creator told us: “I’m not sure I have any future goals other than to keep working. I feel very lucky to be able to travel and to be invited to weddings and parties. I get involved and get to eat amazing food and drink and dance and make photographs.
In 2019 I had an exhibition of my wedding photography at the Martin Parr Foundation in Bristol, which was the first exhibition of wedding photography within a fine art context in the UK. Ever. Possibly the world… I really think that shone a light on the possibility of wedding photography and showed that it didn’t have to be done in a traditional manner. If I can continue to promote that within this industry then I suppose that is something that I could aspire to.”
Well. There is nothin wrong with this. It’s the two stars enjoying their big day
Why would there need to be anything wrong? You're missing the spirit of the whole post.
Load More Replies...Nobody said anything was supposed to be wrong with any of these pictures, it's just that some of them are more casual or behind the scenes than the typical super staged, professionally "perfect" photos that typically wind up in the albums. Think of stock photos that come in picture frames when you buy them.. this sort of photo wouldn't be used because it's not "perfect" despite there being nothing wrong with it at all
I don't know where this was taken, but people get married very young there. 😆
I hate that dance! I dated a DJ for awhile and often went to his shows with him. He would only play the Chicken Dance if someone asked, which they invariably did. He made sure to announce it by saying that it was time to "get your peckers up"! Lol!
Load More Replies...4 hours in, the bar is almost empty, the singer wants to try his hand at Aerosmiths “dream on”. He puts the scarf on the mic stand, and only his current girlfriend is excited.
Am I the only one bothered by someone in a white dress? Paint splatter colors or no thats still white. Big no no if you're not the bride
I was thinking the same thing.. I immediately looked for matching ones because that being the bridesmaids dress is the only acceptable excuse
Load More Replies...Dorothea, unfortunately, right at that moment was regretting going with the beige shapewear instead of the blush coloured teddy her friends had tried to talk her into. There's always husband #6 for that, she mused.
Hey everybody! You can all see my underwear! Woohoo! Alcohol! Who needs inhibitions anyway?
Oh please. You can see more at every figure skating or dancing contest.
Load More Replies...Personally it makes me smile whenever I see someone taking a photo of something that clearly makes them happy
So, what is the problem? This is a list of fun(ny) wedding photos.
Load More Replies...The way she is clutching that chair, her mother, or in-law, just told her what she should do differently
"Finally, a moment to sit down and get a drink - I'm parched!"
That bride is jacked. I would not want to mess with her. Look at those biceps!
I swear I have literally just bought that exact same wedding dress!!!!!
I can see why, it's beautiful! Enjoy your own day when it gets here.
Load More Replies...My arms look the same, didn't know women need a story for that other than a love for working out and toning the body 😅
Load More Replies...Guy in the middle is either shocked at how good the food is, or how bad it tastes, or he just saw something unbelievable outside and stopped functioning.
Or the picture caught the precise moment between putting the food in his mouth and closing his mouth to chew it. His hand is halfway down from his mouth, so I think I’m right. If you think I’m wrong, grab some food the size of a chicken nugget, stand in front of a mirror, pop it in your mouth, and start chewing.
Load More Replies...I think they do, seeing as everyone in the pic has shoved the whole thing in their mouths instead of taking a bite, and the tray is almost clear lol
Load More Replies...He just realized that he is having a conversation with a statue...... And it is the most intelligent conversation of the day.
Lady on the right just found the canapé is too big for her mouth and lady on the left is putting hers back after seeing first lady's food malfunction
At least the lady in the dark shirt is kinda trying to smile a little. Such unhappy looking people for what should be a happy occasion 🤣
Maybe the lady in red just has "resting b!tch face"?
Load More Replies...The lady in the red blouse is giving me strong “I can’t be doing with this fancy foreign food” vibe!
Ok listen. When you are “older” everything hurts . All the time. Knees, shoulders, back etc.etc. You can’t get far from a bathroom-just in case. Most food gives you heart burn or gas or both. Shoes are too tight and fancy underwear pinches. All you want to do is be at home, in your comfy clothes, in your favorite chair. It’s not that you aren’t happy- it’s just really hard to be comfortable. And resting bi*ch face is permanent. Sigh.
It looks like someone put mashed potatoes in their mouths and popped their cheeks for a blow out all over the bride and groom!
You shouldn't throw rice at weddings because birds eat it and it expands in their stomach. If they eat too much it could rupture their stomach and kill them.
Reminds me of the Kath & Kim episode when she threw boiled rice instead of raw rice lol
The red shoes are horrible? I don't see anything wrong here other then the shoes don't suit the rest
The funny part is the middle lady things she is the one getting thier photo taken...
They're are two kinds of women that wear red shoes and honey you ain't no Spanish danced!
Oh I forgot to brush my teeth! I’ll just give them a little rub, there, that ought to do it!
Mother of the bride or groom I'm guessing.
Load More Replies...AWWW she's so happy for the newlyweds!!!! Pure!!!! 🥰
Load More Replies...You have to watch when dipping. I’ve seen women fall because their partner had no clue how to support her in a dip.
Especially if it's black tea spiked with spiced rum ;)
Load More Replies...Huh? It's just dad carrying his daughters train. Nothing to "oh my" over. It's sweet.
Load More Replies...I wish people would loosen up their clothes. Showing all the bumps is not slimming or flattering.
I hope there's no tulle under there. Tulle catches bugs like nobody's business based on how my sister's wedding dress looked after pictures.
Wait WHAT? You’re telling me that this is gonna be legal? And permanent?? I gotta get something outta my car………………..
"When she gets here, let me know and I'll go and hide..." Rob was always the practical joker.
Wow, that's a lotta meat. Odds are there's no vegetarian table, I reckon.
I thought the sausages were cinnamon buns until I noticed everything else is meat.
They are cumberland sausages. Utterly delicous- and those are small ones.
Load More Replies...Pin wheels of Cumberland sausage. It's quite spicy due to the amount off pepper they use
Yes the title says honest pictures, meaning not staged, meaning it's to show how weddings go for real. That's that.
Load More Replies...I see people asking what's wrong with these. Nothing is wrong, they are just the pictures of what is going on at the weddings not the staged wedding photos.
What’s wrong with this lol, this is a typical English wedding buffet. We call it British tapas.
What's wrong with this is that I didn't get a plate.🤷
Load More Replies...Good God people - you ate 4 hours ago - and here you go again!!!!!!!
Does she think she’s at a royal event? Do people really wear fascinators(spl?)in real life?
how dare that b***h sit behind me with that hat, we were all told no hats!
Ian Weldon's wedding photography philosophy goes beyond traditional norms, capturing moments that are both authentic and amusing. His approach highlights the chaos and joy of weddings in a way that resonates with those seeking something different from conventional wedding photographs.
For a deeper understanding of how he brings out the raw emotions and hilarity found in these special moments, you can explore his unconventional style and impact on couples worldwide.
the woman with the baby is like "what am I doing in my life"
Nothing beats a bit of Beef, I hope there’s Lamb too (Alan Lamb).
Load More Replies...Are those mini yorkies with gravy? I've always wanted to try them with roast beef, English style.
That's one of the girls from a previous picture. She just has the overskirt of her dress pulled up over her head like a veil. Kids want to have fun too.
Load More Replies...Welcome to (name your Red state here) Yes I know most Reps are against child marriage, but you gotta admit recent lawmaking news articles are not looking good.)
Yes, you look like a bride too, but you'll have to give that back to your big sister soon. And when you put it back on in 20 years, you'll need to turn it around...
I know, right?! I love it...it's elegant and comfortable at the time!
Load More Replies...She thinks the groom could have done better honestly.
Load More Replies...Father of the guy who quality checked the windows of skyscrapers by running into them?
Okay, I’m confused. Other than a couple of pics most of these are just natural shots of people people having a good time at a wedding. I don’t see what makes them different or odd or whatever. They look like their having fun, eating and drinking.
That's the point; they are natural and honest photos instead of staged photos
Load More Replies...He does photojournalistic style photography. Nothing is staged as in traditional wedding photography.
Just people acting normal, without posing, nice. Such pics are building memories maybe more than those fancy styled ones.
The majority of these photos are beautifully captured.
Load More Replies...Yes, I can too sense strong Bri'ish vibe on most of them :)
Load More Replies...The photographer was trying to get my humongous family together for a picture at my wedding. We found out later they also took one before the posed one and it is my favorite of the night. I have never looked that over it.
Just people acting normal, without posing, nice. Such pics are building memories maybe more than those fancy styled ones.
The majority of these photos are beautifully captured.
Load More Replies...Yes, I can too sense strong Bri'ish vibe on most of them :)
Load More Replies...The photographer was trying to get my humongous family together for a picture at my wedding. We found out later they also took one before the posed one and it is my favorite of the night. I have never looked that over it.
