Wedding photographers in Plymouth

—What things that common people don't usually see can a wedding photographer notice?

—Often small exchanges between people, usually people are having too much fun to notice these little interactions that can make for some of the most wonderful photographs. And sometimes the photographer can capture a more holistic view. As a wedding photographer you spend the day in a constant mode of anticipation for moments of emotion, I would hope that guests will be far too busy immersed into that emotion to be on the lookout for it themselves. The atmosphere of a wedding.

—How did you get into wedding photography?

—I started off as a music and festival photographer, people who had been to the festivals started to ask me to photograph their weddings in that style, I realised how much people seemed to relate to my candid documentary style photography, anticipation of moments seems to be at the heart of what I do. The progression into wedding photography seemed natural and a very enjoyable journey.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—The emotions! The connection with human beings at their most open and joyous celebrations. I genuinely get emotionally connected with the goings on during each of my weddings, it is as if I feel it through my camera. This is reflected when I edit the photographs, I often find myself smiling, laughing and sighing at the magnificent range of emotions and moments!

—How do you handle criticism?

—I am a sensitive person, I am very passionate about working to create images my clients will love. Constructive criticism though sometimes difficult to hear has (and I am sure will continue to do so) helped me improve and grow as a wedding photographer. I hope that I am able to continue to take it in that manner.

—What influences the value of a photo? What are its elements?

—The subject. The people in it. Their importance to the person viewing the photograph (if known to them). How someone can relate to the photograph whether it be empathy, envy, a sense of atmosphere, happiness.
The light. The mood. What it says to the person looking at it.

—Are you fond of travelling?

—Yes! The sounds, the sights, the smells...for me travelling can be as near or as far as the journey takes you. Photographing weddings has even taken me to corners of my own county that I had never visited before.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—The weight of the kit, my back feels it. However i'm just about to invest in a belt which will change all of that.

—What are the most important components of a good photo in your opinion?

—Light, emotion, connection, composition, and that 'something special' that sets it apart from the norm.

—Are you photogenic?

—Haha, no definitely not naturally photogenic which makes taking a self-portrait quite a fun challenge!

—What should be the criteria for a bride and a groom to choose their wedding photographer?

—What type of images do they love? What draws them to a photograph? What type of wedding photography stops them in their tracks? What's their budget? Consider these and then Google usually helps with the rest.
Oh, and when you select your short-list, meet your photographer if you can, you'll be spending more time with them than anyone else on the day (often more than your husband or wife to be!!).

—Are there any trends in wedding photography?

—Reportage and also elaborate lighting set-ups with greater creative input (magazine style shoots/ prisms/). The pressure to have a social media ready epic photograph seems to be driving a lot of couples.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—The reaction from my clients. It makes wedding photography for me.

—What will be the future of wedding photography?

—Clever creative reportage photography. Selfies, live streaming to social media... the mind boggles!

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—More than one glass of Champagne.