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About
I’ve been a full-time wedding photographer since 2018 and have now documented over 300+ weddings throughout the UK and Europe including London, The Cotswolds, Cheshire, Warwickshire, Essex, Bristol, Italy and of course the North East of England where I am based. Over the years I’ve also won in excess of 150 industry awards.
My photography is driven by human interaction and emotion, observing and documenting the beautiful authentic and honest moments.
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Frequently asked questions
What services do you offer?
Photography
Pre wedding
High resolution photos
What does the wedding package include?
My luxury collection covers your full day to 10pm. Private online gallery, previews, meetings, travel, print credit, bespoke presentation, pre-wedding shoot, priority edit and a 2-4 min highlight film
How far in advance should I contact you?
I work with just 30 select couples per year. So generally I have more dates available. My typical booking lead time is 6-18 months. More chance of an available date when booking as soon as possible
Do you cover more than one wedding a day?
No
Can you travel?
Yes, throughout the UK and Europe including London, The Cotswolds, Cheshire, Warwickshire, Essex, Bristol, Italy and of course the North East of England where I am based. I will travel anywhere
What is the charge for travelling?
All UK travel and accommodation costs are included in the price. There is no hidden costs. For destination weddings the travel and accommodation is included in the price
What style of photos do you take?
Photo journalism
Fine art photography
What kind of technology do you use?
Digital
Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?
No. I try to stay away from anything thats 'on trend', cliché or a fad. I keep my photography consistent and editorially emotive. I document every wedding to showcase your story
What kind of equipment do you use?
The boring bit only photographers read: Sony camera bodies, currently A9 but moving to A7IV bodies soon as i now offer hybrid coverage (photo/video). Sony 35mm and 85mm lenses and speed lights
Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?
Yes, a continuously hosted Private & Secure online gallery for all of your images and a 4K photo slideshow – A great way to ensure you and your families always have easy access to your photos anytime
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?
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?
No
How do you charge extra time?
My collections dictate the time spent at weddings. I only stay late (10pm) if couples book my luxury or Complete collection. For my essential collection i leave at 8pm
What are the forms of payment?
All payments are taking via Bank Transfer and the booking process is completed online securely through my CRM system
How do you work?
My goal on your wedding day is to document your story, your friends, your family – I often use the phrase – ‘It’s a wedding day, not a photoshoot.’ This statement sums up my approach pretty well
Do you have any questions?
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