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On Hitched.co.uk since 2023

Last update: November 2024

Hi, I'm Matt Pate...

I'm a wedding photographer based in Cheshire. I cover all areas of the North West UK & beyond.

My mission is to repay my client's trust by producing images that are timeless and evoke laughter and tears for all the right reasons, for now, and for generations to come. This comes from careful planning, proper listening and attention to detail.

Spotting and capturing those moments of pure magic, creating breathtaking images of genuine emotions and unforgettable moments! My style is very relaxed, always working with a smile.

Services Offered

I pride myself on being very easy to work with, offering a flexible and discreet service so as not to interfere with your day. I offer a pre-wedding shoot as part of my full-day wedding package, this really helps to create a relationship between myself and my clients, helping the photography part of your big day run smoothly. I offer a range of wedding packages to suit the diverse requirements and budgets of nearlyweds. Couples can also create a tailored package to ensure an entirely personalised experience.

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?

In person or zoom discussion and planning meeting. Full day coverage by me, from bride and groom's preparation up to and including the first dance. 400+ High-quality edited images Pre wedding shoot

How far in advance should I contact you?

The earlier you contact me the better, wedding suppliers will often be booked a year or more in advance. That's not to say you won't get me for a last minute wedding though

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Can you travel?

Yes, i'm more than happy to travel all over the UK. My local areas are Cheshire, Lancashire, Shropshire & North Wales

What is the charge for travelling?

I don't charge for travel unless I have to stay overnight, in which case, I would ask you to cover my expenses

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I offer a natural documentary approach, but will offer some awesome and creative couple portraits if you're up for it

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use full frame Sony cameras and prime lenses which together create stunning images

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, i use Pic-time online gallery to deliver your images, these can be shared and downloaded

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?

I would charge £100 per extra hour, in most cases this isn't needed as I'm never in a rush to leave if there's still partying to photograph

What are the forms of payment?

I require a 20% deposit upon booking, the balance would then be payable 30 days before your wedding day

How do you work?

With a smile

Served in

Cheshire, Merseyside and Shropshire

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Reviews for Matt Pate Wedding Photography

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Isobel
Isobel E. Sent on 17/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A joy from the start to finish ☺️

Would highly recommend!
From the first message, to our wedding day, Matt has been amazing. His communication has been excellent, especially with my endless emails or messages he was always extremely quick to respond.
On our wedding day he felt like more of a friend attending that our photographer and put us completely at ease. Both of us aren't 'posers' but we thoroughly enjoyed having our pictures taken. I can't thank Matt enough for the amazing photos we have received and the variety we have to choose from! They are all amazing and such good quality we are over the moon 🥰.
Thanks again Matt
Helen
Helen W. Sent on 24/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend

Matt captured the great moments on our important day and we feel he went above and beyond to do so! We are so happy with our photos we would highly recommend Matt to anyone!
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Jon H. Sent on 27/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service

Matt Pate is super personable and very talented at his craft. Matt made sure that we were both comfortable and enjoying the experience. We are so glad that we stumbled across Matt’s photography. We are so pleased with the session and final photographs, that we will continue to use him in the future. We simply cannot recommend him enough. Rosie & Jon
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Anna G. Sent on 10/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer

Matt is an amazing photographer and easy to work with. The photos he produced are beautiful and we have had so many positive comments about them. Matt made everyone feel at ease. I would highly recommend Matt for anyone who wants the very best for their wedding.
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Matthew H. Sent on 10/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

Had the best experience with Matt for our wedding. He made us feel very at ease and was seamless taking pictures throughout the day without getting in the way. We love all our pictures and have had so many compliments on how beautiful they all are. Definetly recommend!
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Jason O. Sent on 10/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Summer wedding

Matt was absolutely brilliant from the moment we met him. We had an engagement shoot with Matt and he also came to our wedding party. His relaxed and funny style makes you feel instantly calm and makes the whole process thoroughly enjoyable. At our party, Matt worked tirelessly and our guests loved him. He added a different dimension to the party and I am delighted with his work. He managed to capture real life action and fun, seemlessly, without staging anything. I would highly recommend using Matts service.

Thanks,

Matt
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