Frequently Asked Questions
The most frequently asked frequently asked questions.
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I like to get to know a couple before they book me, so I always recommend having a good bit of communication between us first. This can be over the phone, through emails, socials, or a zoom call - whichever you’re most comfortable with. Basically, you need to be aware that I’m slightly socially awkward but so excited by weddings, and I want to bond with you a bit first. We both need to make sure we can trust one another, and get on well enough to think we’d enjoy a pint together.
Get in touch for my price list and availability.
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I’ve shot over 150 weddings in the UK, so I’ve been to a lot of places. Sometimes I’ve already worked in a venue, but most of the time I’m somewhere new. Did you know there are over 7000 licensed venues in the UK? That kind of blows my mind.
Don’t worry if I’ve not been to your venue before. Being somewhere new sparks my creative interest like nothing else, and I try not to look too closely at what other photographers produce in the same space. This means that wherever we are, you’ll get something unique. That your wedding photos will look like your wedding, not something else I’ve already seen. And if this is something you’re concerned about, I can get there early and have a scout of everything on the day, all set up and ready for you.
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I’m always happy to chat with your venue (or other vendors) over the phone or through email to build a relationship with them, and I can arrive with time to spare on the day to recce all the cool spots. The truth is that venue visits can take up an entire working day depending on how far they are from my home, and that’s unworkable most of the time, and completely unnecessary.
The only time we really need to do this is if you’re having a preshoot and fancy having it at the venue.
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I’m always happy to chat with couples before they book me - it’s a great way to make sure you’ve got the right person.
I am available to chat over Zoom/Facetime on weekdays 9am to 3pm, and some evenings after working hours.
I do offer prewedding photoshoots with couples too! Get in touch if you want to add one on to your package.Item description
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I regularly travel around England and Wales to photograph weddings, and I don’t charge mileage for this if you’re booking 8+ hours.
However much I try, I haven’t yet discovered how to drive safely without sleep though, so sometimes a hotel stay might be needed. If it is, I’ll discuss this with you at booking.
Single night hotel stays are included, but if extra nights are required the cost of a premier inn rooom will be added to your invoice.
*If you’re in Scotland, Northern Ireland or London and would like me to photograph your wedding, I’ll discuss travel with you as necessary.
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Photo only bookings are usually turned around within 8 weeks of the wedding day, but during high season this can rise to 10-12 weeks.
Photo + video coverage usually takes up to 10 weeks, but can rise to 12. I’ll stay in contact with you after the wedding to give you a heads up if there’s a delay, but it’s never been an issue yet.
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I’m always happy to chat with your venue (or other vendors) over the phone or through email to build a relationship with them, and I can arrive with time to spare on the day to recce all the cool spots. The truth is that venue visits can take up an entire working day depending on how far they are from my home, and that’s unworkable most of the time, and completely unnecessary.
The only time we really need to do this is if you’re having a preshoot and fancy having it at the venue.
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Some of the couples I work with book a base package and then add things on to it as their wedding day approaches. I get it - when all those deposits are getting paid at the same time it can feel like a huge commitment, so you’re always welcome to revisit what’s booked in and add on to it
The questions barely anyone asks, but I’m going to answer anyway because I think you should know.
Describe your style
I hate this question but it comes up from time to time. My style is authentic, documentary, quirky, candid, creative, and according to a not-too-eloquent group of my peers, ‘feeling-ful’.
Are you Insured?
Yep. Indemnity and public liabilitied up the wazoo.
What happens if you’re ill on the wedding day?
I have an awesome network of talented photography buddies I can call on to stand in. We did this for each other during Covid, so it became something we all have a tested protocol for. Essentially, another pro photographer shoots your wedding but that’s it - I still handle the editing and all the aftercare.