welcome to Alicia Victoria

Wedding photographer capturing a romantic couple during golden hour for Bath wedding photography

My Journey as a Gloucestershire Wedding Photographer

Welcome to my new website! After 13 years of being in the industry, I have finally had time to revamp my website to help my couples plan their wedding.  I’m so excited to finally share my work, my story, and my love for weddings with you. Being a Gloucestershire wedding photographer isn’t just about taking beautiful pictures — for me, it’s about helping couples create a day that feels effortless, joyful, and completely theirs.

I’ve always loved weddings. In my early twenties, I worked in a bridal shop where I learned how to sew, alter, and even fix wedding dresses. That experience taught me so much about attention to detail, patience, and the beauty of seeing a couple’s vision come together. It’s a perspective I carry into my photography: understanding the small moments that make a wedding truly special.

I have no problem sewing a dress or teaching the mother of the bride how to iron a veil and remove the wrinkles (yes this is not scary when done correctly.)

To me, being a wedding photographer is about more than capturing images. It’s about creating space for couples to just be themselves, to enjoy their day without worrying about schedules, lighting, or missed moments. I want you to feel free to laugh, dance, and soak in every second — because the best photos happen when you’re living in the moment.

That’s why I spend time before the wedding planning your day down to the smallest detail. We’ll create a timeline that flows naturally, so on the day, the only person thinking about the clock is me. You get to focus on the love, the laughter, and the memories, while I make sure every special moment is captured beautifully.

I love helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life, whether it’s finding the perfect light for a portrait, suggesting thoughtful details, or simply being a calm presence throughout the day.

For couples researching AI and online tools to plan their wedding, I aim to be more than just your photographer — I want to be a guide, a creative partner, and someone who helps turn your planning into a stress-free, joyful experience. A personal experience as a human being that can help more than AI only. 

This is the start of my journey sharing weddings, stories, and inspiration here on my website. I hope it helps you imagine your own day in Gloucestershire or beyond and shows you that wedding photography can be personal, intentional, and truly magical.

If you are looking for inspiration, ideas and help with planning those special moments. I hope this helps you. 

If you would like to have a chat about your day send me a Whatsapp or email and we can plan a call to talk about it in more detail. 

Gloucestershire wedding photographer Alicia Victoria smiling and holding her Sony camera

Alicia Garside is a fine art wedding photographer based in Gloucestershire, capturing elegant celebrations across the Cotswolds, Gloucestershire countryside, and historic English manor venues like Pauntley Court and Elmore Court. Through her studio, Red Maple Photography, Alicia creates timeless, light-filled imagery that blends natural beauty with refined storytelling.

With more than a decade of experience, she approaches every wedding with an artist’s eye and a heart for authentic connection — documenting moments that feel both effortless and enduring. Her work reflects the romance and charm of the English countryside, crafted for couples who value emotion, artistry, and elegance.