Maternity Photographer Preston Lancashire
It's such a privilege to be able to capture such precious and huge milestones in the lives of my clients! I don't only work as a wedding photographer, I also offer engagement shoots, maternity, baby and family photo shoots too. I clover the whole of the UK and the beauty of working at different locations is a client can choose where to have their shoot. I don't sit them down in a studio, we get to explore and make the most of nature around us. The most natural photos possible!
Photographing an expectant mother is always exciting. We get to have...
Ross & Family Whinfell Forest Photography
Meet Ross and family! I had the pleasure of meeting them at Center Parcs in Whinfell Forest. This shoot was so much fun as there were lots of lovely kids in their family to photograph. Kids always bring life and adventure to any photos! This can also be a challenge, although these parents were excellent at coming up with ways to get their attention. The kids were little superstars and we got all the shots requested - success! After the main part of the shoot finished we headed over to the large play park where the kids got to run free and I captured...
Mottram Hall Wedding Photographer Cheshire
Once in a while I work at a venue that's incredibly striking. I absolutely love what I do for a living - travelling around the UK to many different gorgeous venues that I would have otherwise known nothing about and never seen.
Mottram Hall was one of those venues. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Cheshire, Mottram Hall stands as a beacon of romance and elegance, drawing couples from far and wide to say "I do" amidst its enchanting grounds. But beyond its picturesque beauty lies a rich history that adds depth and character to this coveted wedding...
Lady Margaret Hall Nottinghamshire Wedding Photographer
Nestled in the fields of the Welbeck Estate is a lovely little wedding venue built in the 1950's called Lady Margaret Hall. A simple building on the outside, it's a gorgeous little location for a wedding venue. It's a perfect blank canvas for a country wedding, keeping things simple.
Boasting plenty of windows, the venue is great for natural light - a photographer's dream! Natural light is always more flattering than flash which can be a bit harsh, so looking for a wedding location with plenty of natural light should be a must to ensure...
Pre Wedding Photos
Why have a pre wedding shoot before your wedding day? Many wonder what the point is with their wedding on the horizon.
Many couples book me as their wedding photographer well in advance - months, if not years before the big day. Most couples who book me for a pre wedding shoot also ask me to photograph their wedding so It's always nice to talk through the final details with a couple in person.
Get Comfortable in Front of the Camera
For many couples, having their photo taken can feel awkward and uncomfortable. I totally get it! I feel the same about having...
Wedding Photography Packages
The first thing people usually ask me when they get in touch is what are my prices and packages. Obviously a very important part of booking a wedding photographer!
My main package is a full day package. Most couples prefer to have someone cover photography from bride prep (sometimes groom prep too if he's nearby!) the ceremony, wedding breakfast and the evening reception until just after the First Dance. I do get variations on this package though which is why I'm always happy to tailor a package to suit each couple. Some brides and grooms have requested:...
Is Wedding Photography Hard?
Many people assume that wedding photographers show up on a wedding day, stand around and take photographs and that's their job. Simple! The truth? There is SO much more to it than you might think!
Wedding photographers spend much more time on the admin side of their business than the actual shooting photographs. A few examples:
We correspond with potential and booked clients. Getting in touch and replying by email, texts and phone calls. Sometimes in person client meetings when requested and video calls.
We work on our website - blogging, adding...
Where Are You Based? Local Wedding Photographer
This is a question I've had a number of times, and the honest answer is anywhere! I know so many wedding photographers prefer to work at local venues, and as amazing as it is to stay close to home I've had the pleasure of photographing weddings across the whole of the UK and abroad. The furthest away South Africa, Italy and Spain... although I had to send a friend to South Africa as I couldn't make it! I'll never get over that one...
Here are just a few weddings from various parts of the UK I've worked in. Each wedding was an adventure!
Shropshire
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Cheshire...
Dee & Richard | Wedding Photographer Dogs
I love photographing children, they have such a lovely natural way about them. Once they warm up to me I often have a firm friend for the day! Dogs are similar to photograph, they are such a special part of a family. They are such intelligent animals, it's no wonder couples often choose to have their dogs at their wedding.
I've seen dogs run down the aisle, once one carried the rings for the bride and groom to the top of the aisle! Some choose to have their dogs join them later on in the day for the evening wedding reception.
Dee and Richard...
Emma Family Shoot | Fell Foot Park Photography
I photographed this stunning little family about 4 years ago in Fell Foot Park, Cumbria. The lovely Emma got in touch recently to ask if I could take some updated photos of her little crew. I was so excited to see them again, and it honestly felt like catching up with friends rather than work.
I always try to keep things fun when photographing children, always choosing large open spaces to give them plenty of room to be themselves in between posing for a few more formal photographs. These four are SO much fun together! They're incredibly...