We really like what we have seen on the website, what is the next step?

I would recommend arranging a portfolio viewing. Although the website gives you a good idea of my style, there is no substitute to seeing the finished product beautifully presented. Your wedding photography is very special and personal; it is very important that you get on well with your photographer to get the best possible memories of your day.

How far do you travel?

I cover weddings all over the UK, Europe and Internationally. I really enjoy travelling, so please get in touch wherever you are getting married. I have recently photographed weddings in France and the Caribbean. The ‘Wedding Weekend’ package is very popular for weddings abroad. This includes photography not only on the wedding day, but also on the day before and/or after.

How long will you stay at our wedding?

This is up to you, but typically from one to two hours before the ceremony until the first dance. Timings can be discussed at the initial meeting, so we can arrange that you will have all the photographs you require. Please allow plenty of time (at least 3 hours) between the ceremony and the Wedding Breakfast, especially if there is a long distance between locations.

How many photographs do you take?

I do not have a set amount of photographs that I take during a wedding, but you can expect to have a selection of between 200 and 400 images.

Do we get to keep all the photos?

All packages include a high resolution CD of images. These are printable up to A4 size.

Do you take traditional group photos?

Yes. Family and group shots are an important part of the day. However, I would ask that you limit your list to 6-8. This will allow me to capture the candid moments of your day, which from experience are the ones that you will want in your album!

Do you take colour or black & white photographs?

As I use digital cameras all images are taken in colour with the option to change any image to black & white or sepia toned. I will convert the images that I think will work best as black & white for you. If there are any others you think would work well, just let me know. This service is offered at no extra charge.

Do you have back-up equipment?

Yes. I always have three cameras at a wedding, plus spare flash, batteries, memory cards etc. All photographs taken are backed-up on location at your wedding and twice more once I return to my studio. A copy of all your photographs is then stored at two locations.

What happens after the wedding?

Your photographs will be uploaded to a password protected web gallery ready to view when you get back from honeymoon. If you are not going away immediately, your photos will be ready two weeks after the wedding. Friends and family will have access to the photographs after you have seen them and can place orders though the website. This is a very popular feature as there is no proof book to hand around and you don’t have to spend ages collating orders from everyone!

How do we select the photos for our album?

There are a couple of options. You can select all the photographs that you would like in the album and I will design the layout, or you can leave the whole selection and layout process to me. Once I have designed your album I will put a proof on my website, which you are welcome to change as many times as you like. Approve the final album design within three months of your wedding to receive a complimentary £50 credit to spend on photographic products.

Do you offer Thank You cards?

Yes. You may select your favourite image from the wedding to be printed onto the cards. These are unique and are an excellent alternative to those bought on the high street. Thank You cards are available in sets of 25 at £0.95 each.

Can you make our wedding photos into unique artwork?

Yes. You may choose your favourite images to be turned into beautiful wall portraits, either framed or on canvas. Please ask if you have something specific in mind and I can bring some examples to our initial meeting.

Do you offer an engagement / pre-wedding shoot?

Yes. The engagement photo session is a great way for us to get to know each other a little better before the wedding. Dependent on distance, a complimentary pre-wedding shoot is available for all wedding bookings.

How do we secure the date?

A non-refundable booking fee of £250 together with a signed contract is required to book the date. The balance payment is due one month before the wedding.

I hope this has answered any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact me if I have missed anything or you would like to arrange a portfolio viewing.

Ian