- Where are you based?
I am based in North East London and accept work across the UK and Europe (Schengen countries only).
- Will you travel to meet us?
If you live anywhere in London and West Essex, I will come to see you. If you are further away, we can either arrange to meet somewhere convenient or set up a conference call online or we can arrange for me to call you at an agreed time.
- Will you bring sample albums?
No. As you already have met other photographers, I am sure you already saw the quality of the albums. I use European and American makers so I am positive I can provide you something you will cherish. I mainly go for contemporary albums – handcrafted, printed on lustre, satin, fine art or metallic paper with genuine leather cover or photocover. I have my prefereces, but if you tell me what you like, I will send you a quote.
On our meeting I will bring a press printed book instead with about 400 final images.
- How would you describe your shooting style?
I like to take photographs that shows the magic of the occassion and tells a story. I am mainly a portrait photographer so that have a huge influence on my wedding photography. I like to show a connection between my subject and the camera, I like to show their emotions, and I like to show beauty for each of us is unique and beautiful.
- Do you visit the wedding/reception venues?
Yes, I do systematically even if I’ve been there already, it is better to be prepared. I will “scout” locations for destination weddings as well given the wedding is booked a year in advance.
- Do you take group shots?
Yes, I do and time permitting I will also accomodate requests for candid portrait with you and your guests.
- How do you create your image?
Some pictures will be staged, these are mostly just you two or with the entourage before the ceremony and after the group shots. Group shots will be at an agreed location, this way, the usher knows where to take the guests after the ceremony. As for the the rest of the images – bridal preparations, ceremony and reception, these are all shot as they happen.
- How many pictures do you take during the day?
For a full day wedding, I take about a thousand images and sometimes with a second photographer around a couple of thousand images from which I will select at least 300 images for your online gallery.
- How long will it take us to see and get our pictures?
You will be given a choice between an unedited proof and edited proofs. If you choose the non-edited proofs, these will be available within the week on CD and on your private gallery. If you choose fully edited proofs your images will be on the private gallery in about 6 weeks. From there, I will start designing your Wedding Story book and/or your wedding album. Wedding Story book will consist of up to 400 images so there is no proofing required. You will receive it between 8 to 10 weeks from the time your online gallery is posted. As for the album, I will initally design it and post it online for private viewing and for you to suggest corrections.
- Can our friends order our pictures?
After you send your contract and completed questionnaire, I will send you “guest passes” these are unique usernames and passwords to give your guests so they can view and order pictures. Time permitting, I will create a guest cards with the login details so you can send it to your guests along with your thank you cards when you get back from honeymoon!
- How long will my gallery be visible?
Your gallery will be available for only 6 months. Afterwhich, I will archive it to make space to other clients. If you gave permission to show your wedding images on the blog, those will be there all the time.
- Do you always put your pictures online?
I only publish pictures with your permission. If you wish to keep your picture offline, I am fine with it. On the booking form there is a part there asking for your permission to publish the pictures online, you tick that if you want to keep them private.
- What camera do you use?
I use Olympus E-5 cameras and professional lenses. I also bring with me a couple of backup equipments and lenses. Thankfully, my cameras are very well made it can handle those accidental splashes or even a downpour!
- Are you insured?
Yes, I am fully insured both for gear and my work.
- How do we book and reserve our wedding date?
Booking your wedding date is very easy, all you need to do is contact me so we can arrange to meet (or a conference call) to discuss your requirements. When you are satisfied with what you see, I require a non refundable booking confirmation of £250 and a completed and signed contract. A month before your wedding date, the remaining balance will be due. I accept credit cards (except Mastercard processed by paypal), cash and bank transfers. Please contact me for more information.
Wedding Planning