These are just a few of the questions that I get asked the most. Hopefully by reading this it’ll answer any queries you might have too.
That said, if you have a burning question (however big or small) that you can’t find a solution to below, drop me a message and I’ll be happy to help out wherever I can.

Q. How much deposit do you require to book?

20% of your package price.
This is a non-refundable booking fee, that secures the date in my diary for your wedding and is deducted from the final balance.
All bookings are subject to the above fee and until I have this and a completed booking form, your date is NOT secured in my diary.

Q. When do we pay the final balance for our Wedding?

It must be paid by 14 days before your wedding date, although many couples prefer to pay it earlier, around a month before.

Q. How long do you stay on a Full-Day Wedding?

 I like to arrive around 2.5 hrs before the ceremony time for preparation photographs, then stay through until around an hour after 1st dance or sunset, whichever is later in your day.
Whether this makes it an 8, 10 or 12 hour day, I won't leave until I feel satisfied I have captured everything I need to give you a well-rounded document of your day.

Q. Do you have a Second Photographer we can book?

I’ll be completely honest, I prefer to work alone as it just fits my style better.

I have worked with second photographers in the past and whilst it’s great for extra angles, I’ve always found it a frustrating experience.
My style is instinctive and based on the relationships I build on your day. I feel having two photographers can feel like too much of a ‘presense’ and hinders the informal and natural style I’m often booked for.

(That and I love the control! I know if I do it myself, its not missed and done to my high standard!)

Q. Do we need to feed you on the day?

I don't insist on it, but it is much appreciated if you do.
Full-Day weddings can be 10-12 hours of work for me, and I'll always perform better when I'm not hungry!
Most venues/caterers offer a small 'suppliers' option and this will be fine to keep me going on the day. If you can't supply a meal, let me know and I'm happy to bring a pack-up with me.

 Q. How long can we expect to wait for our photos?

This stage is where your wedding photos come to life and I spend hours making sure everything is perfect before returning them to you.

I always aim to have around 10-12 previews edited and with you within 24 hours of the day.
From then I'll go through the rest of the images, edit and colour grade in my signature style before uploading them to your gallery to view and share.

 The whole turnaround is usually anything between 4-8 weeks from your wedding day. This depends on time of year and how many other weddings I have on at that particular time. 

Q. Will you visit our venue before the day?

I very rarely visit a new venue before the day of your wedding as so much could change before your day arrives.
In all cases I always arrive early enough on your day to have a good look around and decide on the best places to take your photos then.
I've found this is the best way to do things as I can react to the venue as it is ON your actual day with the weather and any other factors we have to work with.

 Q. Do we get ALL the photos you take?

Yes and No.
I obviously take out any blurred, dark or un-useable images from the vast amount I shoot on the day.
What is left, gets edited and colour graded in my style and given back to you. This means the number you receive can vary slightly.

I'd never be one of those photographers that only gives you a set number of images back, and charge you more for the rest of them. Everything that comes from your day, is yours.

Q. Can we really do what we want with the photos?

They are your images to do whatever you please with. Get them printed, share with family and friends, upload to Insta or maybe even order an album from me.

All I ask is that you don't sell your images commercially. If this scenario arises, just drop me a message to discuss.

Q. Can we have a copy of the un-edited photos too?

Unfortunately not.
All the photographs you see have been carefully edited & colour graded by myself to best represent my style of photography and provide consistency across the board.
I only edit for light & colour and remove the odd real distraction. I’d never alter body image or size to anyone in this process.
I also consider my editing style to be a huge part of my identity as a photographer and hopefully part of the reason you'd like to book with me. 

Q. Do you have insurance?

Hell yes! I have £5m Public Liability cover as well as policies to cover myself and my equipment on your day.
If your venue needs evidence of this, just let me know and I'll be happy to provide them with my certificate.

Q. What happens if we lose our photos, break our USB etc?

Don't panic! I have backups of your photos in various places so it’d take a catalogue of errors for me to lose them too.
That said, I do encourage all my couples to make regular back-ups of their photos so you know they’ll stay safe.

Q. What happens if you are ill on our wedding day?

In all my time as a photographer it has only ever happened once (Damn COVID!) and luckily I'm very rarely ill at all.
That said, I do have a strong network of other amazing photographers, one of which would step in and photograph your wedding day fon my behalf.

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If you have a question that is not included in the above, drop me an e-mail HERE and I'll do my upmost to get back to you ASAP. I'm happy to help where I can.