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Frequently Asked Questions

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” spacing=”3″ gap=”3″ active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”I hate having my photograph taken…” tab_id=”1486476969131-3c2d1a19-4a69″][vc_column_text]…Do you know what; so do I, so I not only sympathise with you, but also re-assure you that this is what most couples say, as they do! That is why having a pre-wedding shoot is a good idea. The last one I did the groom said to me “ oh that was alright wasn’t it, and by the way we love the pictures of us, nice and natural and not at all posed. On the day the last thing he was thinking about was the photographer. Just as it should be.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”I do not want a photographer to take over my day, bossing people around…” tab_id=”1486476969194-8f335f2a-dad2″][vc_column_text]…Who would, haven’t we all been to weddings where we are thinking PLEASE just get me a drink and something to eat! That is why I ask the couple to give me a list of “must have” pictures. Some couples it is no more than six shots others a much longer list. I then carry on shooting once your list is complete but not forgetting you control the day, not me, I just facilitate it One of the most frequent compliments I get, is that I conducted myself in a professional but also unobtrusive way. I like that, and I think you will too. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Are you happy to shoot same sex weddings?” tab_id=”1486477082663-091aa251-8500″][vc_column_text]Yes absolutely, unconditionally.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How many pictures will I end up with?” tab_id=”1486477104056-79baa1b7-bec6″][vc_column_text]…literally hundreds to choose from, I do not set a limit. Take a peak at some of the weddings in the gallery as presented to the couple. And whilst you are doing that wonder why other photographers don’t do this. I will only password protect a gallery if the couple want me to. Again it’s your choice.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Every picture I have taken by friends I have my eyes closed…” tab_id=”1486477125932-0210bcd2-706b”][vc_column_text]…That’s why you should employ a professional and not a mate or uncle Bob.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Because of my skin color I never look good in photographs…” tab_id=”1486477143481-98519a28-de7c”][vc_column_text]…That’s why you should employ a professional and not a mate or uncle Bob, there is a pattern here if you had not noticed[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=” We are on a very limited budget…” tab_id=”1486477163338-eff1088a-bec3″][vc_column_text]…I do my utmost to find a tographers.co.uk/prices/”>package that will work within your budget. Tell me how much you can afford and I will tell you how to make the most of your money. You don’t have to buy everything at once. But do bear in mind that after the day when everyone has gone home the photographs will be the only thing left. So it is an investment.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How long will you stay for on the day?” tab_id=”1486477193442-3262f41a-a29c”][vc_column_text]… How long do you need me for? I only shoot one wedding per day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”A friend has offered to take our photographs as a present…” tab_id=”1486477218849-6d546c91-f0ba”][vc_column_text]… If your friend is a professional photographer, then that is a very generous wedding present. If not, opt for the toaster instead. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How do I choose my photographer?” tab_id=”1486477245521-80ddf78b-ea8f”][vc_column_text]…Do you like their photographic style? Have you seen at least one complete wedding as presented to the couple not just the photographer’s portfolio? If they were not your photographer would you enjoy their company on the day?

Go for my free pre- wedding shoot.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is a reasonable price to pay?” tab_id=”1486477285251-eaf898d1-a256″][vc_column_text]…It comes down to managing expectations. What do you want? Meet for a coffee and talk through the options, I have heard it said 10% of the total wedding cost but I am not sure if that works.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How long will I wait to see my wedding photographs?” tab_id=”1486477312789-04430f92-c437″][vc_column_text]… Even a small wedding can take me two full days to edit and load up onto my website so if it is the busy season two weeks is not unreasonable[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Why is a second shooter / assistant photographer a good idea?” tab_id=”1486477331688-04b9d3a2-124a”][vc_column_text]… It is about added value; having the ceremony shot from two angles with no one moving about. Having one guy lining up the group shots ready for the photographer to quickly move from one shoot to another. It all helps to keep the day calm and run smoothly and it means people are not stood about waiting or being herded about.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Why have an engagement, pre wedding shoot?” tab_id=”1486477354724-f05452d0-fcf3″][vc_column_text]…If you look at just a few of the weddings that I have shot you will notice that they are not all of the same style. That is because I take my brief from the couple. Some couples like formal, others like very relaxed and casual. Having a pre-wedding shoot enables you to choose what you like, possibly have the shoot at your intended wedding venue that way we get to consult on where best to get different shots on the day and work out a wet weather plan.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”I only like very informal reportage shots ” tab_id=”1486477397046-399bad9f-f8cc”][vc_column_text]…That’s fine, its your day have what you want. That said, Mum & Dad might like a more formal one for the mantelpiece. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”I like very formal group shots” tab_id=”1486477419355-da9b3f1f-4af6″][vc_column_text]… That’s also fine give me your list and that is what you will get but I always shoot literally hundreds of images so you might enjoy looking at some of the less formal ones I will also include.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”We don’t want to spend all day having photographs taken” tab_id=”1486477444668-5ad80fda-d027″][vc_column_text]… That is why I ask for a “must have” list so keep it short, but also allow as much time as you can from the end of the ceremony to the start of the meal. That way everything can be done at a leisurely pace giving you time to talk to friends and family in-between having some photographs taken, enjoy your day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][vc_column_text]Please tographers.co.uk/contact-us/”>contact me to discuss anything else or seek clarification on any of the above.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]