The manner of approach, the sensitivity and the awareness of the events and proceedings as they unfold before us is vital. Working the fine balance of non invasive, yet also respectfully facilitating the 'must have' wedding memories.
I pride myself in the feedback that I receive, My wedding Testimonials page contains many of the letters and feedback that I have received. It is a sheer privilege to share and to photographs a couples wedding day. A responsibility that I take very seriously and undertake conscientiously!
I have been a professional photographer - dedicated to wedding photography for the last 7 years. I have the experience of photographing over 200 booked weddings
Making people feel comfortable in order to 'bring the best out of them' is a real art and an essential skill in order to be a successful wedding photographer. Many of the wedding couples who I photograph claim to be 'camera shy' This very common sentiment translates as they don't feel comfortable in front of the camera or that fear that they do not like how they look in photographs - both need not be an issue, if you are hiring a professional photographer and a person who you feel comfortable sharing your day with!
I work as a full time wedding photographer, based in Bath (Somerset - England) I undertake around 30 weddings a year. During the busy wedding season (May - November) I limit these to a maximum of 2 per week, which is essential, if I am to remain flexible with each wedding couples plans, as well as having time to meet with couples at the venue prior to their wedding day and later to prepare and enhancing all of the wedding couple's images.
All this is undertaken with the aim of minimal delay - as a full time Professional Wedding Photographer, I am aware of the time it takes to undertake a wedding as well as what is entailed post wedding. For this reason i do not juggle it with a 'day job' - which could only inevitably compromise the quality and the promptness of delivering you your wedding photographs.
Couples usually receive the online gallery within 10 days of their wedding and the DVDs and USB keys are usually awaiting their return from their honeymoon (2 - 3 weeks maximum during busy periods)
I also undertake a number of international weddings every year - I really enjoy the cultural variation on what one can easily consider to be the 'traditional' and 'standard' custom in a wedding ceremony. I have a great fascination in the variety of wedding ceremonies and traditions. I have photographed weddings in Italy, Turkey, Slovenia, Guernsey, Wales and even a Maori wedding in New Zealand.
It is my ambition to be able to photograph (& experience) every cultural wedding ceremony before I retire.
Prior to my photographic career, I worked in Charity Fundraising & Events for a number of charities in London and later in Bristol as the Fundraising and Event Manager for The Terrance Higgins Trust (SW) .
I can relate to the challenge and trials that present themselves organising a great event!
I worked for 4 years as a public speaking coach and trainer. Working with over 800 individuals throughout the UK, notably in Bristol, London Regents College and Bath Spa University. In these workshops I learned the essential skills of assisting people to feel comfortable in front of a camera (I used to video each person with a large s-VHS camera, so they would be able to witness and experience 'what we had seen') Assisting attendees to 'find their voice' and to feel comfortable in front of a group, aware of the fine line between nervousness and excitement!.
I can certainly relate to the daunting prospect of the after Dinner "Speeches!"
I became skilled at using the camera in a non intrusive way. A skill that is invaluable as a wedding photographer!. You can be sure that I wont add to any stress on your wedding day with my camera or acting insensitively!
