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With years of taking wedding photographs at over 400 weddings we reguarly provide advice for brides and grooms. We thought we would share the best with you.
Why Do I Need Two Wedding Photographers?
13 May, 2024
We are often asked “Why would I need two wedding photographers?” by brides planning their weddings. We have updated this article to tackle some of the controversy and many advantages around hiring a team of two wedding photographers.
You need two wedding photographers if you answer YES to any of the following questions:
Do you want to ensure no moment is missed in the story of your wedding day?
Are you are looking for high quality, natural, candid wedding photography?
Do you want fast and efficient couple and group photographs?
Do you want to insure you receive stunning photographs?
A Comprehensive Guide to Wedding Photography Prices and Packages: Capturing Your Once-in-a-Lifetime Love Story
22 Apr, 2024
What do I need in a wedding photography package? A question we are often asked by brides planning their big day. Your wedding day is a whirlwind of emotions, laughter, and pure joy. As the years pass, the memories may fade. But, your photos will remain like treasured keepsakes. They will take you back to that special day and let you relive the magic. But many wedding photo packages are available. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by them and wonder what’s truly needed. Don’t worry, lovebirds. This guide will help you navigate wedding photography ‘packages’. It will ensure you choose a package that captures your love story.
Wedding Photography Trends
2 Apr, 2024
In the age of Instagram and Pinterest, it’s easy to get caught up in the latest wedding photography trends. But with trends coming and going faster than ever, what does it mean to capture timeless wedding photos?
Wedding trends are fleeting. They are the styles and fads that come and go in the wedding industry. They can be anything from the latest dress silhouettes to the most popular color palettes. Trends can be fun at weddings. But, it’s important to remember that they are just trends. Working as wedding photographers for over 20 years and wedding photographers in Dorset for over 15 years we have seen them all come and go.
When Should I Book My Wedding Photographer?
8 Mar, 2024
Congratulations! You’re engaged. The champagne corks have popped. The wedding planning process has begun. Your dress, venue, and guest list might grab the headlines. But, there’s one crucial decision that shouldn’t be pushed to the sidelines. It’s your wedding photographer. One question on your mind should be “How Far In Advance Should You Be Booking Your Wedding Photographer?”
The simple answer is “As soon as possible“, but don’t worry, we have got you. This guide will unravel the mysteries of photographer availability and seasonality. It will also explore the art of securing your dream wedding photographer.
Wedding Album Design – Modern Luxury Wedding Albums
1 Feb, 2024
This article is a voyage into love and wedding album design.
It is where art and stories meet in the magical world of luxury wedding albums. In a world dominated by the digital canvas, we strive to bring back the beauty of tangible memories. We weave each album into a masterpiece that tells the unique love story of each couple.
We have decades of experience and are committed to quality above all else, taking pride in making albums that are beautiful and enduring, considering every detail. Choices from the paper stock choice to the skilled craftsmanship ensure a high-quality and long-lasting wedding album.
How Much Does Wedding Photography Cost?
24 Nov, 2023
Wedding photograph pricing questions are common amongst many couples planning their big day. Especially as a wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. It is a day when every detail should reflect your unique love story. Choosing a wedding photographer is an important decision.
Wedding photography prices vary depending on many factors. These primarily include the quality of the wedding photographs and services offered. In this post, we’ll delve into the world of wedding photography. We explore the value that comes with investing in a quality photographer to immortalize the moments that matter most.
Why Should You Meet Your Wedding Photographer?
1 Nov, 2023
Stunning wedding photos are one of the most important keepsakes from your wedding day. This is why working out how to choose your perfect wedding photographer is so important.
Meeting prospective wedding photographers is a vital part of the process. In this article, we will explore the main reasons you should meet prospective wedding photographers. We will focus primarily on the situation where you have shortlisted several photographers and meet them face to face to make the all-important decision if they are the one for you (or not!).
What is a Proposal Photo Shoot and Why do You Need Proposal Photographs?
10 Oct, 2023
In the grand tapestry of life’s most cherished moments, proposals stand out as a significant chapter. They are filled with excitement, love, and anticipation. Taking proposal photographs has become a cherished tradition, capturing the raw emotions and love of the moment. In this blog post, we will explore proposal photographs and their significance. We will also discover the magical world of secret proposal photo shoots.
The Experienced Guide To A Perfect Wedding Morning
2 Oct, 2023
The wedding morning is one of the five key parts of your wedding day. Bridal preparation can take up to a third of the total time of your wedding day.
So much detailed planning goes into a wedding. The wedding ceremony, the drinks reception, the wedding breakfast and evening reception.
Less considered but as important is the planning that goes into your wedding morning. Bridal preparation is as fun and emotional as the rest of your big day and produces stunning photographs to boot!
How To Choose Your Perfect Wedding Photographer
16 Sep, 2023
Your wedding day is one of the most special moments in your life. Capturing every beautiful memory is essential. With countless options available, choosing the perfect wedding photographer can be overwhelming. To help you navigate this process, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide. How to choose a wedding photographer who will perfectly capture your big day.
Unlike other articles that merely touch the surface, our content dives deep. We ensure that you won’t be left with more questions than before. It’s a must-read to gain valuable insights into this important topic. We have even down broken the important considerations to make it easier to digest.
Do Wedding Photographers Give You All of the Photos?
15 Aug, 2023
you may find yourself wondering if it’s possible to obtain all of the unedited photos from your wedding day. In this wisdom post, we will delve into the topic and provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision.
Many photographers (including ourselves) do not offer their couples unedited wedding photos. This article will hopefully explain the reasons behind this decision. We have broken it all down for you to make it easier to read.
Why Do You Need Engagement Photos?
7 Feb, 2023
Engagement photos are an essential part of your wedding journey and provide a way for you and your partner to capture the excitement and romance of your new journey together. Not only do they make for beautiful keepsakes, but they also come with a variety of other benefits.
We are often asked by bride and grooms to be, “why do we need engagement photos?” With over 20 years of experience and thousands of engagement photographs under our belts, we have condensed our knowledge into the top ten most important ‘need to knows’ for engagement sessions.
Top Tips For Engagement Photos
1 Oct, 2019
So you have decided you want an engagement shoot, these are our top tips for engagement photos. We cannot stress how important an engagement session will be to the quality of your wedding photographs.There are hundreds of varying top tips for engagement photos online which can all be a bit overwhelming. We have taken thousands of engagement photographs over a twenty-year period. Combining our acquired knowledge with our happy couples’ recommendations we have our ten most important tips for you.
Finding The Best Wedding Album Printers
21 Aug, 2019
Our Mission To Find The Best Wedding Album Printers
Over the years we have worked with many wedding album suppliers from all over the world. We decided to find the best wedding album printers to use for our brides and grooms. Find out how.
We are now proud to offer our clients the best UK wedding albums from the best wedding album printers. Our chosen supplier provides the highest quality products and service available.
Our wedding albums are now all handmade by a skilled team of experienced master bookbinders.
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