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On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: October 2024

Hello! I’m Steph Friend, I'm an Essex videographer and photographer from Maldon, Essex but currently renovating a cottage in Southminster, Essex and spend a lot of my free time in Suffolk. I strive to create stunning wedding films and imagery so you can relive your day time and time again. Whether it’s your wedding day or an event. I believe the most beautiful moments are those of real, natural emotion, I won’t have you spending your day parading around in cheesy poses. I’m there to capture your day, discreetly and naturally. You won’t even realise I’m there!

Visual storyteller for the wildly in love, beautifully capturing your special day. If you’re looking for a photographer who will capture your wedding day as it truly unfolds, then documentary-style photography is for you. Documentary-style photography is all about capturing real-life moments and stories to create an authentic portrayal of your wedding day.

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life so it's imperitive to find a photographer who you feel totally comfortable with and who can capture your special day the way you want it to be remembered. I offer a consultation with brides and grooms to delve into your needs and wants so I can deliver your magic day exactly how you've imagined it for months.

I believe in love, and understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. Our goal is to unobtrusively document all the beautiful details and candid moments that make your wedding day unique. I approach each film with a fresh perspective, ensuring that your magical film are as unique as you are.

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  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
High resolution photos

What does the wedding package include?

I offer a half day and full day package for wedding photography and half day and full day package for videography. You can find all details of my pricing on my website

How far in advance should I contact you?

I am currently book two years in advance for weddings so the earlier the better as I'm more likely to have your date but I have booked couples 3 months before their big day

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Middlesex, London

What is the charge for travelling?

Travel is included in my price for weddings! If the booking was over 4/5 hours then maybe we would have to consider some travel money but I am happy to travel

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Photo journalism
Other (Documentary style)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Documentary-style is all about capturing real-life moments and stories to create an authentic portrayal of your wedding day. My goal is to unobtrusively document all the beautiful details and moments

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use two canon cameras, flash guns, continuous light, monopod

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, wD Cloud

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?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

I have an hourly rate for photographer and an hourly rate for videography

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer

How do you work?

I believe the most beautiful moments are those of real, natural emotion, I won’t have you spending your day parading around in cheesy poses. I’m there to capture your day, discreetly and naturally

Served in

Essex, Middlesex and Suffolk

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Roo F. Sent on 14/10/2024
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simply the best!!

well where do I start Steph is an incredibly talented videographer and photographer her work speaks for itself, from the initial booking to the actual day she was fantastic, her professionalism made sure everything went smoothly and made me feel completely relaxed in front of her camera, she totally wow'd me once I received what she had created it was just incredible and I am sooooo happy with all that she produced, 100% recommend Steph book now you will not be disappointed, fun, bubbly, friendly but professional lady who sets your nerves at ease best around, thank you again Steph xxx
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62, High Street Southminster CM0 7AY Chelmsford (Essex)

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