Planning Your Wedding Photoshoot: Why Good Preparation Makes All the Difference Planning your wedding photoshoot is about far more than deciding where to stand for a few photographs after the ceremony. A successful wedding photoshoot begins long before your wedding day, through good communication, thoughtful planning and understanding exactly what
If you’ve started researching Wedding Photographers, you’ve probably come across terms such as documentary, reportage, editorial, fine art and traditional wedding photography. Understanding the differences can help you choose a photographer whose approach matches your vision, personality and wedding day priorities. The reality is that most modern Wedding Photographers don’t
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your wedding. Over the years, as a full-time Warwickshire wedding photographer, I’ve answered hundreds of questions from couples about wedding photography, wedding planning and what to expect on the day itself. Here are some of
When couples are choosing a wedding photographer, it can be easy to think we all do roughly the same thing. We turn up, take photographs, edit them and send them over. In reality, wedding photographers can be incredibly different. As an experienced Wedding Photographer myself I know I’m different to
People often assume being a Wedding Photographer is mainly about cameras, lenses and taking photographs. Of course, I love the photography itself, but that is only one part of it. What I love most is the variety, the people, the stories, the planning, the wedding day atmosphere and the relationship
For me, wedding photography does not end when I leave the venue at the end of the day. The pre-wedding conversations, the planning, the relationship we build and the wedding day itself are all important, but there is still a lot that happens after the final photograph has been taken.
One of the things I enjoy most about being a Wedding Photographer is getting to know my couples before their wedding day. Whilst beautiful venues, stunning dresses and incredible celebrations are all wonderful to photograph, my couples are always the most important part and their family & friends. Every couple
It always used to throw me a little when couples would tell me that finding a female wedding photographer was one of their biggest priorities. Over the years I have worked alongside and met many incredibly talented male wedding photographers, so initially I never quite understood why it mattered so
Some people, like the young lady in this main image, are absolute naturals in front of the camera. They know how to smile, pose, have fun and enjoy the attention without a second thought. Other people would rather hide behind a tree than have their photograph taken. After photographing weddings
Many couples ask me whether I am comfortable photographing different types of weddings, family situations or personal circumstances. The honest answer is that I sometimes find the question quite surprising. As a wedding photographer, my focus has always been on people. Whether you’re a same-sex couple, a couple managing health
