Wedding photographers in United Kingdom

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

—Personality... Do you feel comfortable that the photographer is going to be with you at very special moments in the day and do you feel confident that he/she is going to do an amazing job and deliver images you are going to love forever

—What makes wedding photography different from other photography genres?

—People! Emotion! People! Emotion!Most people have been to a wedding but its so different when its 'your' wedding. Being a wedding photographer, you have a VIP pass into the inter world of the bride and groom and have access to the most special parts of the day which some friends and family aren't able to witness. Whether thats seeing the dad's emotion of seeing his daughter wearing the dress for the first time, helping the bride pluck up the courage to walk into the church or having a front row seat at the church. Wedding are special special days and being able to capture this is a honour.

—Do you like travelling?

—Erm, Yeh! My wife and I never visit the same place twice so we make every opportunity to make the most of holidays. We rarely spend time on the beach because most beaches are similar. We like to experience countries and capture them in the most appropriate way possible. For our honeymoon, we didn't do the beach thing, we traveled to Nepal to trek to base camp of Everest – quite possibility the hardest thing we have done ever!

—How do you deal with criticism?

—It only makes you better. I actually like to hear the honest feedback from my couples as its not about what I think, its all about the bride and groom. Fortunately I haven't been in a position to have any negative criticism, but I do welcome constructive feedback in any aspect of my business.

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

—Meeting people and seeing their reaction to the images I have taken. It makes me feel amazing when people look at the back of the camera and can't believe they are in the image.

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

—That's a hard one.... Missing the wife at the weekend? I guess I need to say that in case she sees this....!

—Do you look good in pictures?

—No.... If I was, I would be in front of the camera.

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

—Light, composition, moment. Its that easy.

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

—I've always been into photography but seen wedding photography as extremely scary as you only ever get one chance and because of that I stayed away from it. However after my own wedding in 2014 I realised that wedding photography can be so much more than the traditional approach and I wanted to be part of that.

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

—Wedding photography has become so competitive recently and photographers are finding ever more ways to stand out and be creative. If you look back 10 years it is clear the standard of wedding photography has

—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 travelling?

—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 travelling, 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