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Who are we?

We're Andrew and Isla Smith, a freelance husband & wife photography team based in Hastings, East Sussex. We met at work, got married 4 years later in 2017, and have been capturing weddings since 2019. We’ve been living on the coast since 2022, and by sheer coincidence, we now live only 10 minutes down the road from where we got married in Rye! Andrew massively got me into art after we met which I’m really grateful for, and Isla introduced me to Ibiza, where we’ve now shot a couple of weddings and still visit every year! We love shooting together and bringing out the best in each other. We are most often complimented on our professionalism and how comfortable and relaxed our clients feel in front of the camera. We believe that the best wedding photos are the ones that tell a story.

Our approach is simple; achieve intimate, stunning pictures telling yours. We shoot mainly reportage-style which means we blend in and find the candid moments that happen throughout the day to capture the uniqueness that makes your wedding special. We highlight the different energies and subtle magic that each wedding brings, and also ensure more structured elements like family photos run smoothly. There can be such overwhelming expectations around a wedding day, so we do our part to make the process as calming, easy, and natural as possible, and make sure you get the photos you've always dreamed of.We have complementary styles, so you get a variety of shots. One of us capturing the big moments, while the other capturing small, intimate details. We're able to blend in and capture those candid moments that you might not even notice. We're not just a photographer and an assistant. We're a couple who live and work together, so we know how to work together seamlessly.

All bookings include: an in-person or video consultation meeting over a hot beverage (or something stronger), all pre-wedding communications and meetings, a wedding questionnaire, a downloadable gallery of high-resolution images + a shareable gallery link for friends and family

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos

What does the wedding package include?

Our flat fee of £1995 includes everything for 2 photographers. If time/location permits, we may also include a pre-wedding shoot

How far in advance should I contact you?

Most couples book anywhere between 12-24 months in advance, so do contact us as soon as possible to check availability

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, south East England (Kent, Sussex, Surrey, London)

What is the charge for travelling?

POA

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Photo journalism

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Our approach is simple; achieve intimate pictures by telling a story; we shoot mainly reportage and capture images which evoke the feelings and uniqueness of your wedding

What kind of equipment do you use?

Full frame 4k, multiple lenses, tripods, flashes (where appropriate and necessary)

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, secure photo albums through our website

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

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

Team of Professionals

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?

Bespoke services POA

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer or Paypal

How do you work?

We bring together complimenting styles; one reads the room whilst the other uncovers a beautiful portrait. We live together, work together and know what we are both thinking with a look

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East Sussex and Kent

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Chelsea J. Sent on 21/08/2020
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Excellent Photographers highly recommend

Isla was our photographer just over a year ago for our wedding. I honestly could not have coped without her, she was not only an amazing photographer but so helpful with everything else, she felt like another bridesmaid. She was great at getting guests where we needed them to be for photos and had great ideas of what worked well and would look good. Isla sent us a preview of some of the photos a few days after the wedding then the whole package about 2/3 weeks after the wedding, we could not be happier!! The quality is excellent. Isla is very talented!! I will definitely be recommending Mr & Mrs Smith photography to everyone. We can not thank you enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Faye S. Sent on 11/08/2020
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The Dream Team

Isla and Andrew are the ultimate Wedding Photographer Dream Team. They took so much time in getting to know us as a couple, which put us at ease knowing that they completely understood what we were looking for, right down to the fine details. They moved seamlessly throughout the wedding capturing the most stunning natural pictures which we will treasure forever. They are a genuine, talented, lovely couple who were a calming influence to have around on the big day, and made even the most camera shy feel completely relaxed in front of the camera. We cannot thank Isla and Andrew enough! x
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Chloe M. Sent on 07/08/2020
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Amazing service!

Isla & Andrew were incredibly professional throughout the day and made everyone feel at ease. We were incredibly happy with the results and couldn't recommend them highly enough to anyone else.
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Edyta Sent on 07/08/2020
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Great experience, fantastic people!

We had photography by smiths and I am so pleased we picked a couple. Having two people really reassured us that all the photos we wanted would be captured. We had an intimate wedding and we still didn't really notice they were there taking as many pictures as they did. Highly recommend them
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Rosie B. Sent on 07/08/2020
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Great service and fantastic photos

Andrew and Isla were our wedding photographers and we are so pleased with their service and the photos we received. it was a very stressful morning and Isla put myself and my bridesmaids at ease. It was great having her around! The photos were nice and natural, exactly what we were looking for.
Thank you to both photographers!
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Holly F. Sent on 06/08/2020
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Incredible Photos, massive variety, 100% recommend!

A huge thank you to Isla and Andrew, who were our photographers for our wedding in Bexley on 7th September 2019. We could not have found better photographers, who captured the whole day perfectly! The photos have blown us away and are utterly incredible! Could not be any happier! Isla and Andrew made sure to capture every photo we asked for in the initial meeting, which was amazing! They are the kindest people who on a nerve wracking morning was a pleasure to have around!! They got photos of every important moment and of every single guest at the wedding! The photos speak for themselves and Isla and Andrew are unbelievable organised and talented!! Thank you again for our amazing photos and will be recommending you to our engaged friends! X
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Ell Sent on 06/08/2020
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The wedding of our dreams captured to perfection

I cannot even begin to thank Isla and her husband who photographed our wedding it truly was the best day of our lives and the photos, the service and the friendly personalities of both Isla and Andrew were second to none. We thank you so much for capturing mine and my husbands day so beautifully.
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