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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: December 2024

🍁 Natural, Candid Photography
With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in capturing weddings in a relaxed, natural, and candid style. My aim is to blend seamlessly into your day, documenting the laughter, tears, and everything in between, so you can focus on enjoying every moment.

🌍 Based in Billericay, Essex
I’m a proud Essex-based wedding photographer, covering weddings throughout the UK. Whether it’s an intimate countryside ceremony or a lively party in a grand venue, I bring my passion for storytelling to every celebration.

🎉 What I Love About Weddings
There’s nothing quite like the energy of a wedding day. I love capturing the moments that make each one unique—live entertainment that gets everyone on their feet, delicious cakes that leave guests swooning, and those cheeky, heartfelt speeches that have the groom squirming in his seat (and everyone else in stitches). It’s the little things that make your day truly unforgettable, and I’m here to preserve those memories forever.

If you’re looking for a photographer who’s more like a friend with a camera, get in touch! Let’s chat about your plans, your vision, and how I can bring your story to life. 🍰👩🏻‍🎤🫠

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Other (Polaroid photos)

What does the wedding package include?

Pre-wedding consultation - 2 to 10 hours of coverage - Professionally edited images - An online gallery - High-resolution images - A minimum of 500 images - On-demand downloads - Optional prints

How far in advance should I contact you?

When you've booked your venue, anything up to 2 years in advance

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, i'm available UK-wide but mainly cover the areas of Essex, Norfolk, Hertfordshire, Sussex, Cambridgeshire, and London

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel costs are all included

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

With a relaxed candid approach, I capture natural and authentic moments as they happen, creating a visual story of your special day

What kind of equipment do you use?

Digital, some film, and Instant prints

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, an online gallery for friends and family, to view and purchase prints

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

By the hour

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfers and credit or debit card payments are accepted

How do you work?

With an open mind and a smile. It's your day, live it, enjoy it, and don't worry about the photos, leave that to me, and I'll capture all the beautiful moments

Served in

Essex, Kent and Surrey

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Kevin
Kevin L. Sent on 16/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Captured the moments

Derek has a unique eye for taking great moments he does a few staged shots but the rest are captured as they happen for a real feel of the day genuine smiles and happiness I can't recommend him enough A*****
Lucy
Lucy P. Sent on 10/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The Real Emotion of the Day

We met Derek after he did an engagement shoot for us. We liked his natural style so much we booked him for our wedding and to photo us christening our daughter a year later. You don't even realize he's taking your photo, all images are taken with the real emotion of the day. We've had many comments from guests on how fantastic he is, Derek made our day so relaxed. Absolute fantastic photographer and man, could not ask for any more. Although I now need more excuses to need a photographer.
Annabel
Annabel P. Sent on 04/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

He made me feel so relaxed like I’ve known him for years

We got Derek at short notice for our wedding. We only booked for 2 hours. He came early and started taking photos straight away. Our ceremony was running late and I was so anxious and he made me feel so relaxed like I’ve known him for years. He captured every special moment and all the photos was amazing. I would definitely recommend him to everyone and will definitely book him again for other special occasions.
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Tommi M. Sent on 08/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Del captured the most beautiful, natural, candid, funny photos & more

Derek is brilliant! Derek recently done the photography for our wedding day in October & we have just received our wedding gallery & just wow!!
From the minute he arrived at our venue to the minute he left he no stop took photographs. Del captured the most beautiful, natural, candid, funny photos & more. Del was fantastic not only for his photography but for just being himself & fitting into our wedding like one of our own! All our family commented on Del being a lovely person & brilliant photographer who made everyone feel at ease, we can not recommend him enough & will definitely been in touch in the future for some other events! Thank you so Derek!
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Alice P. Sent on 19/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic Photographer!

The absolute best in the business!

Derek’s documentary style photography captured our day so perfectly. We were over the moon with our pictures. Derek had an extremely calming manner and the ability to make us feel so at ease throughout the day. He was organised, punctual and professional. We had so many guests come up to us and say “ what a nice man your photographer is”. We were so impressed, he will also be my sisters wedding photographer in December.

Thank you so much Derek 🌟🌟
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16 Dolphin gardens, Billericay. CM12 0XH Billericay (Essex)

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