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J S Coates Wedding Photography is a wedding photography company based in the Midlands, UK. Owner Jonathan weaves together great pictures to tell a story. He knows that a celebration is not a photo shoot, and his unobtrusive style is all about capturing beautiful, authentic moments. Jonathan loves that his work allows him to meet so many wonderful couples, and he can’t wait to discuss what he can do for you. He's all about capturing the moments...The laughs, tears, smiles & epic party

Services Offered

J S Coates Wedding Photography is looking forward to your big day. Jonathan covers weddings throughout the United Kingdom and abroad. His range of wedding package features and options includes a pre-wedding consultation, full-day event coverage, a private online gallery, and a slideshow with music. Whatever your needs, Jonathan can’t wait to help you turn your wedding dreams into reality.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Albums
Digital album
High resolution photos
Other

What does the wedding package include?

Me, all day capturing everything possible. You also get a 15-20min video slideshow set to music. A complete private gallery to download the images. A full print release. All images on a USB stick

How far in advance should I contact you?

I book as far as 2 years in advance. But I advise that as soon as your venue is booked, get in touch

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Can you travel?

Yes, i cover the whole of the UK and beyond

What is the charge for travelling?

Most Mainland UK venues have no additional charges

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism
Other (Natural, Storytelling with Epic Portraits)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I like to get in close and capture the wedding from the inside. I feel doing this allows you to feel like your back at the wedding when you look at the pictures

What kind of equipment do you use?

All the good stuff :) All professional grade cameras and lenses

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, all my couples get a private online gallery that they can share with family and friends

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 offer a single package that has me there from early preparations until late into the evening. I love the dancefloor & will be there in the middle of it. Basircally, there are no extra charges

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer

How do you work?

Hard :) I try and be discrete as much as possible and do not boss you around and make the day all about the photos. I like to be creative and make the experience fun
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Reviews for J S Coates Wedding Photography

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Anna D. Sent on 16/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

MVP of our wedding!!

We cannot recommend Jonathan enough!! We are super happy with our photos from the day, Jonathan didn't miss a detail! He worked so hard on the day too, arriving early and leaving late, and bringing so much energy throughout. He made everyone laugh all day and felt like a friend rather than a 'vendor', which meant we didn't feel awkward in front of the camera (surprisingly!). Communication before and after the wedding has been amazing and he's been really respectful about not posting photos on his social media before we have and asking us if it was OK for him to do so, which is really appreciated. Honestly, this guy is SO GOOD at his job - across all of our suppliers, he really stands out. You won't regret booking him!
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Roxie P. Sent on 21/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

This guy is the Labrador of photographers!

We first encountered Jonathon at a friend’s wedding. Once we’d seen his work (and got engaged and started planning our wedding) he was one of the major factors which decided what date we got married (the other major factor was the venue!)

This man is on point with his communication and responses, he wants to know the ins and outs of what it is you want and he gets on with everyone! He was a hit with the guests, a hit with other vendors and was super chilled and got on with everyone!

Highly recommended if you want someone to catch those candid moments, the ones where you’re mid shape-throwing on the dance floor, the ones where your chins make an appearance because you’re laughing so hard.. the ones where only he sees you poking your tongue out at the camera!!

10/10, gold star, A+++, chef’s kiss material!
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Jennifer Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Captures memories and emotions

Jonathan is a one of a kind photographer. He does not just take
photographs he captures memories and emotions. Everyone commented
on how friendly and good natured he was. It was like we had known him
for years. I felt completely at ease during the day, Jonathan is stealthy -
like a ninja- you never notice him taking photos which is great as that’s
when the magic happens. I would not hestitate to recommend him to
friends or family.
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Charlotte Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic addition

Jonathan was a fantastic addition to our special day and worth every
penny. Everyone commented on how well he integrated into the party and
put everyone at ease; it felt like we were spending the day with a good
friend. I feel that he went above and beyond our expectations, no demand
was too small or too great. The finished results only prove we made the
right choice and would happily recommend his services to everyone.
Need to get our renewal sorted so we can book Jonathan again!
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Sarah Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Most amazing photographer

The most amazing photographer we could have ever wished for. From the
start he was open to any questions and ideas. On the day he fitted straight
in and there was no point that there felt like their was a "stranger" in our
very small house as we were all getting ready. As a couple we are not very
comfortable in front of the camera but Jonathan made us laugh all day
getting some great shots. When we revived our photos we both cried with
how beautiful they were.
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Hayley Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Extremely professional and friendly

We booked J S Coates after finding his amazing, natural work on the
internet. We messaged him to see his availability for our date, from that
moment onwards Jonathon could not have been more helpful! Jonathon
was keen to speak to us in person which made us feel so at ease, this
meant that the morning of my wedding, it didn't feel like we had a
stranger with us! He was extremely professional and listened to all of our
ideas! On the day,it honestly felt like we had another friend at our
wedding!
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Monique Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Love our photos so much

We love our photos so much and were so over the moon when we saw
them. Jonathan did such a great job, it was more like having a friend at
the wedding, he made us all feel so comfortable. Our guests loved him
and his approach to taking photos really brought out the best in everyone.
He was professional, fun and has such a great eye for a good shot, he
captured some great moments. The slideshow he sent to us made
everyone cry and the music he chose for it was just perfect. We couldn’t
be happier.
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Kayleigh Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Captured the day perfectly

Jonathan arrived when hair and make up arrived and did not leave until
around 11pm. He captured the day perfectly. He fitted in amazingly with
the day and ensured everyone felt relaxed and comfortable throughout. He
captured the natural feel of the day amazingly and we are so grateful. He
even went the extra mile taking something we had forgotten to the venue.
When his photos arrived they were classy, funny, elegant. He was
completely professional and caught the day exactly as we wanted.
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Beth Sent on 09/07/2018
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Service was beyond perfect

From the moment booked, service was beyond perfect, made to feel like
the only couple getting married. On the day, so supportive, nothing was
too much trouble. All the guests were raving about him and some of the
positions he got into to get the most incredible shots were above and
beyond. From start to finish he was faultless, we are so pleased that he
was our photographer and that we have the most amazing images of our
day to last forever
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Jessica Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing, friendly, professional

Jonathan is amazing. Friendly professional... running around the venue,
on the floor in fields until he gets the perfect photo. His humour and kind
nature made us feel relaxed like we were being photographed by a friend
who knows us not a photographer we have chosen online. He's
enthusiastic and has the ability to make people smile and feel relaxed, and
is fantastic at blending into the background to get the perfect photos . He
communication and professional manner has been perfect throughout!
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Katherine Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer

Johnathan was an amazing photographer leading up to and on the day of
the wedding. He went above and beyond to help us by meeting up with us
at the venue, discussing ideas of shoots, helping us understand his
photographic style as well as giving us ideas of certain shots. On the day
of the wedding he was helping the day flow whilst also capturing those
special moments, he even went to great lengths to capture amazing shots
like rolling in a field of sheep poo.
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Emily Sent on 09/07/2018
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Put us at ease

On the big day, he was a real joy to be around as his sense of humour and
bubbliness really puts you at ease. He worked tirelessly snapping away,
lying on floors, getting in to rugby line outs and the like just to get the
perfect shot. He captured such beautiful shots of our day including little
touches, such as the homemade centrepieces. He also got really excited
about more unusual shots (we had photos taken in a forest) and it was so
lovely to see him enjoying his job. The editing was brill.
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Daniel Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend

We can highly recommend Jonathan's services without hesitation! He
brought tonnes of creativity capturing all of the essential moments and
beyond. His passion for photography shines through all the way from shot
taking all the way through to post processing avoiding lazy cliches. He
worked tirelessly from morning to night, engaging guests exceptionally
well. Having our photos taken was always a pleasure, never a chore!
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Josie Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Friendly and professional

Jonathan was friendly, professional and made us feel at ease. He was
fantastic through out the entire process and the photos he produced are
both moving and beautiful. He really captured what we wanted, took all
of our ideas on board and gave us exactly what we wanted. He blended in
seamlessly on the day and took warm and natural pictures that really
captured the emotion and energy of the day. He also paid attention to the
little details that made the day special. He really went above and beyond
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Amy Sent on 09/07/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Relaxed and stunning photos

From the moment we first found Jonathan and looked at his work, we
crossed our fingers and our toes that he was available! Fortunately he was
and after a bit of a chat, we booked him straight away. We had an hour
long convo on Skype to discuss our requirements but mainly just had a
laugh and talked about all sorts. The day was amazing, so fun and relaxed
and the photos are stunning! Always supportive and available if we had
any Q's. Fabulous gent and would not hesitate to recommend him!
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