Philip Bedford Wedding Photography Reviews
Philip Bedford Wedding Photography
Crystal Palace, South East London5.0 out of 5 rating, 58 reviews
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Ilona O. Sent on 08/11/2024Incredible!!
Where to begin when talking about Philip. We cannot praise him highly enough! From the moment we booked Philip he was so incredibly helpful. He immediately booked a meeting with us and gave us all the information we could possibly need to make the right decision. He even knows all his terms and conditions from memory! He gave us so much reassurance that we could trust him and he would do the best job. Philip was so flexible in making sure we had everything we wanted and changing things when we needed. We did our engagement shoot with him and he made us both feel so comfortable and confident in front of the camera. We also booked Andy and Joe as our second photographer and videographer and are so glad we did. On our wedding day, all three of them were prompt and calming. They never got in the way of the day and did great chatting with our guests and getting them to relax too. We felt like they were genuinely invested in making sure we had the best day and working hard to get the best shots that expressed the beauty of our day. They worked tirelessly and never showed just how long the day was. They came up with great ideas for evening photos when we missed golden hour and they came out so beautifully! Philip got our first photos back to us so quickly. His communication didn’t stop at the wedding day but he has kept in contact, making sure we’re updated every single step of the way. Having looked at our photos so far, we are absolutely obsessed with them all! And can’t wait to see the rest! They are beautiful and captured the day perfectly. Philip was absolutely our best choice and we will be recommending him to everyone! -
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Nicola N. Sent on 03/11/2024
Amazing Professional with great attention to details
Phil was a great photographer and we would highly recommend him. He was very clear and organized about all the details of the day, from checking the time of the "golden hour" and the direction of the light, to positioning and planning family photos in advance. He also was very responsive and communicative prior to the day. He was very professional but also relaxed, putting us at ease, which is a rare combination! We felt really comfortable having our photos taken by him on the day. The photos were stunning and we cannot stop looking at them! -
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Nicole A. Sent on 23/09/2024Beautiful Wedding Photos
Our wedding photos are absolutely stunning! We are so glad we booked Philip to photograph our special day.
He worked around the chaos that was the bridal getting ready room without anyone noticing he was there and took some beautiful photos which reflect the joy of the day.
His patience with the children and ability to capture that special moment and smile from each of them is amazing. He encouraged our son to get involved when he decided that mummy was the only place he wanted to be so that we could continue to capture our couples shots without being distracted.
Neither myself or my husband are particularly confident in front of a camera and he made us both feel at ease, laughing and enjoying the moment. This has resulted in beautiful photos which I can and have spent hours looking at already.
Thank you Philip for capturing our special day. -
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Danielle H. Sent on 16/09/2024A true professional
From the moment we booked Phil he was in contact a number of times to discuss what our vision was for the day. On the day he was just amazing especially when I was feeling very nervous before the ceremony. He was great with everyone and blended in allowing us to mingle with our guests whilst still being able to get some amazing photographs. We highly recommend using Phil we just can’t wait to see the rest of our photographs. -
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Lee C. Sent on 25/08/2024The most amazing wedding photographer out there!
We reached out to Phil after he shot a few family and friends weddings, knowing that we loved both his photography style and his calm, professional and relaxed manner during those weddings. He gave us so much guidance and advice during our wedding planning, and his experience was invaluable! He was always prompt in replying, with clear communication about the booking and planning process.
On the day, he arrived with plenty of time to get all the before ceremony shots we wanted. During the day, he worked with our venue co-ordinator to make sure everything ran smoothly and to time. He was organised and efficient, and made all our guests (and us!) feel at ease.
After the wedding, he sent us through a few photos within a couple of days. The rest came through within a few weeks and they are all gorgeous! Every single photo is amazing, and we are so so glad that we were able to have Phil as our photographer! In Phil we trust!Philip Bedford Wedding Photography's reply:
Thanks, this is so lovely to read. It was a pleasure putting the album together for this weekend as well. -
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Megan Sent on 18/08/2024An amazing photographer that kept us calm, collected and laughing!
My husband and I booked Philip two years before our wedding. He was kind, professional and had books of previous weddings he could show us to display his skill. When we mentioned our wedding venue, he even sent us a digital album of photos he had taken at the same venue so we could see what he had taken before.
Prior to the wedding, we filled in a planning form of the photos we wanted, and then went through the timeline of the day and the shot list virtually. Philip was able to suggest extra photos we might like, show us the angle of the sun on the wedding day so we could predict golden hour photos and even humoured us with our wedding photo requests (such as posing next to a peacock statue we found on site and liked).
On the actual day, he arrived a bit early and introduced himself, took some getting ready photos then went to go photograph the venue and the groomsmen and groom. He was like magic, absolutely everywhere and capturing everything! His instructions were clear in telling us how to pose and was able to truly get the best out of every photo he took.
When one guest produced lightsabers (our wedding was space themed) he had us practice using them and taking photos so that when it got a bit darker he was able to use the exposure settings and make the photos look even better. When it started raining, it wasn't a problem and he produced an umbrella for us and took some amazing photographs in the rain. We haven't had all of our photos back just yet as our wedding was only this week but I would HIGHLY recommend him as a wedding photographer.Philip Bedford Wedding Photography's reply:
Hi Megan, Thanks for writing me such a detailed and glowing review, I really appreciate it. I can't wait for you to see your photos! I'll be in touch when they're ready! -
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Andrew L. Sent on 27/05/2024Exceptional Wedding Photography by Philip Bedford and Team
We recently had the pleasure of working with Philip Bedford and his team for our wedding, and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results. We worked with Philip for over a year and a half, from the initial consultation to the wedding day, with multiple check-ins throughout the time period. His professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail were truly outstanding.
Philip and Joe both played crucial roles in capturing every special moment of our day beautifully. Philip took pre-wedding shots with the bride, while Joe went to the groom's house. Their coordination and teamwork ensured that no moment was missed, and we have a comprehensive collection of stunning images to cherish forever.
Their friendly and calm demeanors made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. Our guests repeatedly commented on how professional and unobtrusive both Philip and Joe were, capturing both candid and posed shots that perfectly reflect the joy and emotion of our wedding.
The quality of the photographs is exceptional, and we have received numerous compliments from our guests on how amazing they look. Philip and Joe's ability to capture the essence of our special day is truly remarkable.
We highly recommend Philip Bedford Wedding Photography to anyone looking for a talented and professional wedding photographer. Their dedication to their craft and genuine passion for capturing beautiful moments make them a top choice.
Thank you, Philip and Joe, for creating such wonderful memories for us. We are incredibly grateful!
Philip Bedford Wedding Photography's reply:
Wow, thank you very much for this glowing review. It was great working with you both and lovely to meet your family and friends. -
Juliet U. Sent on 06/12/2023
Excellent, Professional, Easy
We hired Philip for our wedding in October and would highly recommend him. From the initial consultation, he made us both feel very relaxed and we knew we could trust him. Throughout the whole process, he was always responsive, answered any questions that we may have or was happy for us to run ideas by him e.g. timings and schedule of the day. On the day, he was professional and took charge, ensuring we captured everything that we wanted. We also chose to have a second photograph and Tom was excellent and really captured the atmosphere of the day. We have had guests comment on how excellent our photographers were; they blended in, gave instructions, all whilst maintaining a polite and professional manner. Our photographs from the day are absolutely stunning and we can’t quite believe how well they captured the day. We are so pleased we chose Philip and would recommend him to anyone planning a wedding. Juliet & FreddyPhilip Bedford Wedding Photography's reply:
Hi Juliet & Freddy, Thanks for sharing this lovely review, I'm so pleased. I'll be sure to pass this onto Tom also. Lovely working with you both! Phil -
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Sonja Sent on 10/10/2023Highly recommend Philip's services for your big day!
Booking Philip was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We are truly blown away by Philip's stunning photos (and I usually hide from cameras). He gave us a fantastic mix of spontaneous IRT photos of our friends and family enjoying the day, editorial style photos, formal group photos, and all the key wedding moments from the day. Philip met with us a few times before the wedding to identify key details, moments, and spaces we wanted to capture, but also artfully directed us on the day to the best shots. Philip interacted wonderfully with our guests - even allowing my little nephew to help (he's truly fantastic with children). After the wedding, we received a USB of all the photos from the day with a few prints, and a number of amazing shots online - all of which we will treasure. We hope to book Philip's photography services again for big events in our family's future.Philip Bedford Wedding Photography's reply:
Hi Sonja & Craig, thank you very much for your lovely review. It was great to work with you and all of your family. Thank you for taking the time to write this, it means a lot. Phil
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