Wedding photographers in United Kingdom

—What details that usually pass unnoticed can a wedding photographer capture?

—Lots, it's a completely differend day from the view of the photographer. It's almost like watching a film and trying not to miss out any parts of the story.

—How did you start working in the wedding photography field?

—I used to work for a director of photography on a couple of movies after learning on super 8 when I was a kid. I spent some time as a graphic designer and retoucher and was always interested in photography. But I was much more interested in digital artistry. I learned to photoshop before I could use a camera. I trained as a teacher and it was at this time that I learned to use a camera. A friend of mine asked me to shoot his wedding. I was still shooting film at the time. I used a canon AE1 which belonged to my Dad.

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Practice, practice, practice. I look at my own work, edit my own photos and work out how to make them better next time.

—Is there anything that worries you? What & why?

—Aliens coming to earth. In case they are bad aliens and want to destroy us.

—Are there tendencies in wedding photography?

—Always. Sadly it makes most photographers seem pretty much the same.

—What should future newlyweds pay attention to when looking for a wedding photographer?

—They have to like the work and the person taking the pictures.

—How do you deal with criticism?

—I take it on the chin and decide that the critic is wrong.

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—When you can catch a perfect moment in time for someone.

—Is there anything in your work that you don't like or even hate?

—when the interior of the church is pink and green.

—When traveling, what do you usually take with you & why?

—My passport, so I can get in to other countries.

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—no, I also photograph families including my own.

—What moment in your life you treat as the most significant one?

—Meeting my wife and the birth of my children.

—What's better – when you are liked or are respected?

—I don't really care what other people think.

—What would you prefer to change around you?

—chocolate bars should be bigger as standard.

—What are the key elements that make a photo attractive?

—impact, composition, emotion (in any order)

—What makes you continue shooting?

—The chance of creating better photographs.

—What is there in your work that brings you joy?

—That you get to see the best of people

—Whose works made an impact on you as a wedding photographer?

—Two Mann, Jeff Newsom, Benj Haisch

—Can you imagine what wedding photography will be like in future?

—who knows? Stills from 4k video?

—Do you like traveling?

—yes, I do. Thanks for asking.

—What makes a photo valuable? What are the key features of a great photo?

—the people who are in it.

—Do you hate anyone or anything? Who or what?

—I don't hate anything

—What would you have preferred to learn before becoming a wedding photographer?

—How to use a camera

—How do you spend your leisure time?

—all sorts of stuff

—What side of you do you never show to the public?

—left hand side

—Where would you prefer to live?

—under the sea

—Do you look good in pictures?

—ask my wife

—Give some advice to a wedding photographer who is a beginner.

—Be yourself

—What is success to you? How can one measure it?

—Happiness

—What are your plans for tomorrow?

—Something

—What person in your life is your muse & source of inspiration?

—My wife

—When are you totally satisfied with the results of your work?

—never

—Do you make friends with ease?

—no

—What should future newlyweds pay attention to when looking for a wedding photographer?

—Firstly of course, they should really love the kind of images I shoot. Secondly, we should all get on like a proverbial house-on-fire. I become friends with all of my couples before their wedding and more often than not remain so for a long time after.

—How did you start working in the wedding photography field?

—I worked caring for children & young people with emotional & behavioural needs for 15 years and needed a therapy after that. I found that with photography. I took the plunge & splashed out on a second hand DSLR – it was a bold move in hindsight (excuse the pun). I think I spent £350 on a second hand Nikon D80 body. I remember being asked by my girlfriend at the time, "You mean you don't have a lens; you can't even take a photo yet?!" That was the most money I had ever spent on anything but something drew me to take that step. I needed a creative outlet and weddings certainly offer that in spades!

—Is there anything in your work that you don't like or even hate?

—Vicars that just don't understand the important role that photography has to play in documenting such beautiful moments. A wedding should be celebrated and captured for what it is. Twice I have been forbidden to take photographs throughout a wedding ceremony. Twice an angel fell from heaven ;)Once I was told to wait outside! What in heaven's name is Christian about that?

—Do you like traveling?

—At any opportunity. If I won the lottery, I'd take my camera and honestly, I don't think that I'd ever stop (think "Wolf of Wall Street" with a camera – minus the Quaaludes). I spent 6 months travelling and working throughout Africa when I was younger – I still get excited telling those stories.I hope that Wedding photography will help me to satisfy this wonder lust.

—Have a best-loved joke? Share it with us!

—I used to work with kids for 15 years so I pretty much know them all...."What do you call a man with no shins?" "Tony" :)

—Do you look good in pictures?

—Yes, in the dark at ISO 100, & my Mum says she seems to recall somewhat, when I was a baby..

—How do you improve your photography skills?

—Don't ever be content – it's too close to conceit (and not just in the dictionary)..

—Cats or dogs?

—Both but I once had a magic lurcher named Timber – probably go dogs at a push.

—What is there in your work that brings you joy?

—Meeting wonderful, crazy, loved-up people and quenching my creative thirst.

—What are the key elements that make a photo attractive?

—Interesting Subject – Quality Light – Harmonious Composition

—When traveling, what do you usually take with you & why?

—Passport might be handy?...wet-wipes & US Dollars.

—If you have a chance to shoot a movie, what genre will you choose?

—Film-noir revenge comedy?

—Do you hate anyone or anything? Who or what?

—Injustice & salad cream

—Life is great thanks to:

—Swimming in the sea.

—Do you shoot wedding photos only?

—Nope