Below are just a few of the questions I get asked about my photography services. If you have any other questions, then please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Why is wedding photography so expensive?
Think of your wedding photography as an investment for the future. A professional Photographer would have spent many years honing their skills and perfecting their own unique style. They will always have professional equipment plus back up kit as well. Would your friend or friend of a friend who just happens to own a camera put all that effort in and have back up kit?
"If you think it's expensive to hire a professional to do the job, wait until you hire an ameteur."
Red Adair - a famous oil well firefighter.
Do you have back up equipment?
I always carry two cameras on the day, a main camera with two card slots and a short zoom lens and I'll use that one for the majority of the day.
I will have a second camera with a longer zoom lens for when I'm stuck at the back of the venue, as often has been the case and if all else failed, I could shoot an entire wedding with just that one camera. I'll also have numerous batteries, memory cards and even a couple of battery chargers in my bag as well.
Are you insured?
I'm covered by Public Liability Insurance and I recommend that my clients also take out their own wedding insurance.
I'm also GDPR compliant and if you want to see a copy of my GDPR T&C's and how I use your information then I can send them by email.
Do you use flash?
I will have a flash unit with me but usually reserve it for the evening reception. In the actual ceremony, flash can spoil the ambience and the ambient light - nothing worse than people looking like rabbits in the headlights. Some officiants don't allow flash at all and may even restrict where I can stand - hence the zoom lens. Both of my cameras are capable of shooting in low light anyway without the need for flash.
What style do you shoot in?
I prefer a more reportage or documentary style, remaining discreet as your day unfolds. If formal is your thing, then I am more than happy shooting in that style or I could even mix it up.
How many photographs will I get?
I never put a limit on the number of images I take during my time with you and you will get all the final images, once professionally edited - I have been known to give a client over 1,000 finished images but there were two of us. My average is between 300 & 500, you might get more but you certainly won't get less - unless I'm only with you for just a few hours.
When will I get my photographs?
I usually allow 3-4 weeks to edit and send your images to your gallery. This is to make sure that each image is edited to my high standard. I may also have other weddings to edit so have to prioritise those before you.
Do you have a back up plan?
I always have a Plan X, everyone should have a plan X. This is planning for the unexpected such as the weather turning from what should have been wall to wall sunshine to a torrential downpour and having to find somewhere indoors beforehand to take your photographs.
However, most wedding photographers prefer a cloudy day as there are no nasty shadows and no one is squinting in the bright sunshine. I have been known to stand in a car park in the pouring rain, brolly in one hand and camera in the other with all the guests on the hotel veranda and I nailed the group shot!
What if you're ill on the day?
This hasn't happened yet but so as not to tempt fate, I have a number of wedding photographers I can call on if such an event happened. If for some reason I can't then you will get a full refund.
Do require food?
While I don't expect it, I will never refuse food - you have enough expense with the wedding but I will need to know beforehand so that I can bring my own. If you do supply a meal, I'll usually sit away from you to give you and your guests a more private time to relax. I'll re join you after the meal, ready for the speeches.
How long do you keep my images for?
While I'll keep a back up of your images in the event you losing them, I only keep them for a short period after your wedding so I highly recommend you back them up to a separate hard drive.
