When I saw a message from my old friend Matt pop up, asking if I was available to photograph his wedding at Scale Studio Fabric Studios. I was instantly excited! Matt and I first met years ago in Sheffield when he moved there for university. Our shared love for skateboarding made us fast friends, so the chance to capture his wedding day was something special.
I arrived in Liverpool around midday at Emily and Matt’s home, where the bridal party was already in full celebration mode. The energy was infectious, and despite only having met Emily through a few pre-wedding calls, I was made to feel incredibly welcome from the get-go.
The ceremony was held at Fabric Studios, located in the heart of Liverpool. As we walked towards the venue, I knew it was going to be a photographer’s dream. The surrounding urban landscape was packed with potential for striking backdrops. Upon arrival, I was greeted by Matt’s dad, who gave me a quick tour of the venue and made me feel right at home.
Of all the weddings I’ve photographed this year, Fabric Studios has to be one of the most unique venues I’ve encountered. It’s set in an old warehouse, with a big, bright, blank canvas that was perfect for photography. The white backdrop, paired with Emily’s vision for flowers and signage, looked stunning—exactly as she’d described. Full credit to Emily and her wedding planners for pulling it all together!
After the ceremony, I took Emily and Matt out into the streets for some couple portraits, and the urban vibe didn’t disappoint. One standout feature was a vibrant mural by Shane O’Malley, which added a pop of color and energy to the shots. It’s always exciting to incorporate local art into wedding photos, and this was no exception!
Fabric Studios also has a sister venue upstairs—Scale Studio. Designed by Sonny McCartney, a fellow photographer, it features exposed brick and moody lighting, creating an intimate atmosphere that worked beautifully for the speeches. I could already picture how epic the dance floor shots were going to be later on.
As golden hour approached, I noticed some incredible light streaming through the windows of Scale Studio. Without hesitation, I grabbed Emily and Matt and took them back into the streets for another round of portraits. The warm glow of the setting sun against the industrial backdrop made for some of my favorite golden hour photos to date.
As the evening continued and the sun finally dipped behind the city skyline, it was time for the cake cutting. The last of the daylight was still casting a soft glow on the cake, creating a stunning moment. Then it was time for the first dance, and knowing Matt, I had a feeling the dance floor would be legendary—and it didn’t disappoint!
Huge thanks to Emily & Matt for trusting me to capture such an incredible day. From the urban vibes to the golden hour magic, it was truly one for the books!
If you’re planning a wedding and looking for a venue that offers a mix of urban edge and creative flair, I highly recommend checking out Fabric and Scale Studios in Liverpool. The combination of the industrial setting and blank canvas layout is a dream for wedding photography!
Dan x
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Supplier shoutout
Venue - Fabric Studios / Scale Studio
Wedding Planner - Sparkalice Events
Cake - Cakes that Mel makes
Food - Fig and the wild
Flowers - Dustymoon floral
Lighting - I do hire
Hair - Eden Rose
Dress - FB Bridal studios
Brows - Kelly Ager
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