Raw Footage Photography

Last reviewed: August 11, 2026. Business status: Active.

Last reviewed: August 11, 2026. Raw Footage Photography is the photography business of Sophie Sheldrick, a London Ontario wedding photographer serving couples across Southwestern Ontario. The official website presents wedding coverage alongside family, newborn, mini-session and branding photography.

For weddings, Sophie describes a storytelling-led approach that can be fully documentary or combine candid images with gentle guidance. The business lists coverage for full-scale weddings and micro-weddings in Southwestern Ontario, as well as Canada-wide elopements. Couples can use the official site to view wedding work and make an enquiry directly.

Services and specialization

Raw Footage Photography offers wedding photography. The official wedding page specifically identifies Southwestern Ontario weddings, micro-weddings and Canada-wide elopements as wedding formats it serves. The main site also lists photography for families, newborns, mini sessions and brands, but these are separate offerings from wedding coverage.

Sophie’s stated approach centres on storytelling. She describes offering either a fully documentary style or a combination of candid photographs and gently guided images. Her wedding page further describes creative, candid imagery, a fly-on-the-wall approach and true-to-life editing. These are useful style indicators, though couples should review a current full gallery to decide whether the approach fits their day.

Service area and who it may suit

Raw Footage Photography is based in the London, Ontario area. The official site says Sophie travels primarily around London and throughout Southwestern Ontario for couples, families and brands. For weddings, the stated coverage includes full-scale weddings and micro-weddings across Southwestern Ontario.

The wedding page also states that Canada-wide elopements are available. This may suit couples planning a smaller celebration outside the immediate London area, subject to date, travel and quote confirmation. The official site does not provide a fixed studio or meeting address, so this profile does not list a postal address.

Approach to wedding photography

The official site frames the work as authentic and timeless storytelling rather than a trend-led style. Sophie says she aims to document real expressions and real moments, with a result that feels like revisiting a treasured home video. On the wedding page, she notes that the work is not centred on stiff poses.

That approach may be relevant for couples who want much of their day observed naturally while still receiving some direction when needed. It does not establish a guaranteed shot list, amount of portrait time or exact proportion of documentary versus guided coverage; those practical details should be discussed before booking.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A documented strength is the range of wedding formats described on the official website: full-scale weddings, micro-weddings and Canada-wide elopements. Another is the clearly stated visual approach, including candid, documentary-oriented storytelling and true-to-life editing. The site also provides a dedicated wedding portfolio page and recent wedding posts, allowing couples to assess the work directly.

The practical limitation is that several booking details are not published on the official site. There is no public postal address, phone number, wedding-package list or stated delivery schedule. This is not a negative assessment; it means a couple will need a direct written response to confirm the particulars for their event.

• Documented feature: documentary, candid and gently guided photography options.
• Documented feature: Southwestern Ontario wedding and micro-wedding coverage, plus Canada-wide elopements.
• Practical item to confirm: coverage hours, deliverables, travel costs and turnaround time.

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published. The official website does not list wedding-package prices, starting rates, deposits, overtime fees, travel fees or product inclusions.

Ask for a written quote matched to the wedding date and location. It should identify the coverage period, whether engagement photography is included or available, the number and type of final images or galleries, any travel or accommodation costs, payment milestones, taxes, cancellation terms and the expected delivery timeline.

Current prices are not published on the official pages reviewed.

Contact and booking

The official site invites couples to use its contact form or email Sophie at sophie@rawfootagephotos.com. It also includes a booking-calendar link in the site navigation. These are the confirmed contact routes published by Raw Footage Photography.

An enquiry should include the wedding date, venue or municipality, approximate schedule, guest count if relevant to the desired coverage, and whether the event is a full-scale wedding, micro-wedding or elopement. Availability is not published, so it must be confirmed directly.

What couples should confirm

Before making a commitment, ask to see a current complete wedding gallery with conditions similar to the planned event, such as indoor or evening coverage if those matter. Discuss the balance of candid and guided photography, the must-have family groupings and any cultural, accessibility or privacy requirements.

Request the agreement and quote in writing before paying a retainer. Confirm who will photograph the event, what happens if illness or an emergency affects coverage, how image backups are handled, the delivery method and timeline, and whether prints, albums or additional files are included.

• Date availability and venue travel arrangements.
• Coverage hours and any additional-photographer options.
• Deliverables, editing, gallery access and delivery schedule.
• Deposit, cancellation, rescheduling and contingency terms.

Continue planning

• Wedding Photography guide
• Canada Wedding Directory

Frequently asked questions

Who is the photographer behind Raw Footage Photography?

The official website identifies Sophie as the photographer and uses the contact email sophie@rawfootagephotos.com.

Does Raw Footage Photography photograph micro-weddings and elopements?

Yes. The official wedding page lists micro-weddings in Southwestern Ontario and Canada-wide elopements, subject to direct availability and travel confirmation.

What photography style does Raw Footage Photography describe?

The official site describes a documentary or candid approach that can include gentle guidance, with storytelling and true-to-life editing.

Are wedding photography prices listed online?

Current pricing is not explicitly published. Request a written quote from Raw Footage Photography for the planned date, location and coverage needs.

Sources checked

• London Ontario Wedding, Family, Newborn, Branding Photographer
• Southwestern Ontario Wedding Photographer — London Ontario Wedding, Family, Newborn, Branding Photographer
• Raw Footage Photography Blog — London Ontario Wedding, Family, Newborn, Branding Photographer

Website: https://www.rawfootagephotos.com/