In honour of Black History Month, we wanted to take a moment to celebrate the incredible contributions of Black-owned wedding suppliers who are reshaping the industry with creativity and a deep commitment to inclusivity here in the UK. Each of these business owners has had a unique journey, fuelled by their passion for their craft …
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Your wedding photographs are a pretty big deal. A precious record of some of the most important moments from your wedding, so let’s make sure they are good! Your photographer should not only be able to capture the events as they happen, but his or her vision should bring the photographs to life as you …
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Booking a wedding photographer is probably one of the most important vendor bookings in any wedding planning checklist.
Wedding photos are one of the things you actually keep from your big day – and keep forever (well maybe not all of them!). So you want to make sure they capture YOU as a couple. Don’t get scared by the huge price range, averaging around £850 and going into thousands! There is something for …
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Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in the run-up to your big day. They’ll make your memories last forever – so you’ll want to make sure you find the person who’s going to capture your day perfectly. But with so many photographers, styles and packages out there, it’s …
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Keep your guests in the loop The most important thing is to let your guests know you are planning to do the photography after the ceremony. Also let them know how long it will (roughly) take. Try to give exact directions to those VIP’s who will be in your wedding photographs. Enjoy the group shots …
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Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your big day. They need to have a strong combination of artistic vision, professionalism and experience, as your wedding photos will take pride of place in your photo albums for generations to come. Ask the following questions and rest assured, the professional …
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Samantha Jayne Photography has been announced as Bridebook’s Wedding Photographer of the Year. Her natural, relaxed, storytelling style captured the interest of so many engaged couples last year and it’s clear to see how happy her newlywed clients are with their photographs thanks to the reviews left for Sam on her website and on her Bridebook …
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We know wedding planning can be stressful at times. Finding the perfect photographer is no exception. Where to even start? It’s an important decision, after all, as they’re the person responsible for capturing your special day. That’s why we reached out to our recently married couples, and asked them to share their top tips for …
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Your photographer is pretty much your closest friend on your Wedding Day. They are there for every moment from the beginning – they even see you when your loved one doesn’t! They are the ones to make those amazing lasting memories of you as newlyweds and of your happy guests, celebrating your marriage. Make sure …
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Guest article written by the lovely Laura Bareham. Laura is a queer wedding photographer based in Warrington, Cheshire, who focuses on creating a safe, inclusive environment for all couples. Laura wholeheartedly believes that your wedding day should be exactly how you want it, free from the shackles of expectation or tradition. Through a unique and …
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You will have questions of your own so we won’t bore you with a massive list. We’ll just highlight what we consider to be the 5 most important questions.
If you’re looking to have a fun and unique wedding, why not have a themed wedding? You can make it truly personal, including the things you love most just because you love them. Festival lovers Alice and James went for nothing less than a DIY festival themed farm wedding. Read on to learn all about …
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Having a wedding photographer is essential and so much fun to choose. When else do you get to splash out on amazing snaps! To help you find what you’re looking for, let’s take this back to basics. There are three types of wedding photography: reportage photography, traditional photography and contemporary wedding photography. Whether you are …
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First Look photography is a movement that is becoming more and more popular in the wedding industry, especially for winter weddings where daylight hours are so short. If you want amazing photographs of you and your beloved, simply enjoying each other’s company and how gorgeous both of you look, then this could be an option …
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John Nassari shares his top 10 tips for professional wedding photographers Whether you’re an established wedding photographer or are just considering leaping lens first into the world of wedding photography, you understand the value of expert advice.John Nassari is an award-winning London photographer with a diverse career and considerable academic experience. We’ve met up with him …
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In a world where competition is rife, isn’t it nice to think that wedding suppliers could help each other out? Here are 3 ways in which wedding venues and photographers can team up for maximum marketing opportunities…“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” – Helen KellerWhere no conflict of interest exists, …
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The new year is well underway and we’re already looking forward to wedding season 2018. Based on predicted trends it’s going to be a bold and beautiful year.A few teasers have already landed on our desks with regards to popular wedding photography styles and wedding themes thanks to brave couples choosing to marry in January! …
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Wedding photos are an essential part of your big day. Let’s make sure they are epic but finished in the shortest amount of time, so you can get back to the bubbly. Here’s our well rehearsed list of traditional group shots – arranged so the elderly aren’t waiting too long, you have your alone time …
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Hiring a photographer is one of the few non-negotiables that couples have when it comes to their wedding. A photographer will spend time capturing moments that you’ll look back on for the rest of your lives, so it’s worth dedicating a portion of your budget to a skilled professional. That skill naturally often comes with …
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