Oxfordshire Documentary Wedding Photographers
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Oxfordshire wedding photographers Sam and Steve Vaughan, specialising in natural, unposed, and relaxed wedding photography. We never take over or tell you or your guests what do to. Instead we tell the story of your day in an non controlling way.
Beautiful wedding photography in Oxfordshire
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Oxford-Photography is run by Aimee Kirkham, a wedding photographer based in Bicester. Aimee works in a discreet and friendly manner, offering half and full-day packages, with images delivered on USB and wedding album packages also available.
Two photographers on the day, natural style
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Jon & Michaela photography work together on the wedding day to provide complete coverage from the Bride & Groom getting ready to the first dance. Natural wedding photographers covering Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, London, Surrey and Middlesex.
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Oxfordshire based, We specialise in discreet, non-intrusive photography. Our style is truly unique, as it combines both documentary/reportage with contemporary photography and a smattering of formal groups tailored to compliment you and your wedding.
Experienced Documentary Wedding Photographer
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Experienced Documentary Wedding photographer Joel Chant Photography works out of Norwich and London. Joel's relaxed unobtrusive, unposed approach captures the joy of your special day without turning it into a photoshoot. Book now!
Wedding Memories Beautifully Captured
Our photographic service is unique. With over 30 years experience. We offer a personable professional and friendly service including consultations, pre-wedding photos, video work and a personalised first viewing with close family members.
Natural and Relaxed Wedding Photography
My style is relaxed, natural, and documentary. I largely work across the home counties (Herts, Beds & Bucks) & beyond! I deliver beautiful, natural photos at an affordable price, all the while ensuring you feel calm & comfortable on your special day!
Fun, creative, & relaxed wedding photography
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Est' 2008, I am a seasoned professional wedding photographer, capturing photos with fun, emotion & real character with a personal touch. Recording those unique quiet moments that might otherwise go unnoticed plus the big moments of your special day.
Natural fun and romantic wedding photography
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Hey! I’m Katie, a creative lifestyle and Wedding Photographer in Oxfordshire, specialising in natural, fun and romantic wedding photography. Recommended supplier at Caswell House, Hyde Barn, Lapstone Barn, Birtsmorton Court Court and many more
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I am a wedding and portrait photographer, capturing the essence of an individual in a relaxed timeless pose. Based on the border of Oxfordshire, Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire,
Beautiful, creative wedding photography
Rated in Top 3 Bristol Photographers. Stewart Clarke, a qualified LMPA photographer, over 16 years experience capturing wedding days with a relaxed, creative approach - capturing you & your day with beautiful, creative wedding photography.
Simply beautiful wedding photography
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My aim is to give you a fantastic collection of images with which to remember your day; which will make you say “wow” every time you look at them. Stylish, fun, mainly documentary style photography to capture the whole story.
Timeless photography with a personal touch.
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I'm a full-time professional wedding photography in Oxfordshire with a calm and friendly approach. I have a relaxed style with attention to detail, and will capture the emotions of your wedding day with a mixture of fun natural and classic images.
Modern Photography with a Vintage Feel
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We offer a modern style with a vintage feel. We are friendly & approachable and love to make friends at your wedding. We believe that the best photos are the ones you aren't aware of.
Wedding Photography in Oxfordshire & Further
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Have you been searching for the impossible? Wedding photography that delivers epic group shots, technical brilliance, magical 'off camera' moments? HELL YES? Then we might be just what you've been hunting for.
"We love our Photos Thanks so much"
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Copland-Cale Photography are based in Surrey, although our assignments often require travel throughout the UK , Ireland and Europe. Graham has been awarded merits of excellence. Provides a service in Wedding day photos, Wedding albums and packages.
Beautiful Wedding Photography
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Oxfordshire based, Neil Hanson Photography, offers a full-time Professional Wedding Photography services. Relaxed & fun approach to capturing your day in a contemporary documentary style.
Natural, relaxed stylish wedding photography.
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Awarded - ' MOST INNOVATIVE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER (Kent) from GLOBAL WEDDING AWARDS 2021 Kent wedding photographer with a relaxed, unobtrusive approach, I capture your wedding with natural stylish image for you to treasure for years to come.
Wedding Photography by National Press Photographer
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Oliver Dixon is an award winning, professional wedding photographer based in Fetcham, Leatherhead, Surrey. Oliver covers weddings with a reportage style based on his press background. He has photographed VIP's, Celebrities and The Royal Family.
Oxfordshire wedding photographer
I am passionate about providing a quality photography service to couples on their wedding day. If you are planning a wedding in the beautiful areas of Oxfordshire and the surrounding counties then take a visit my website to find out more.
Beautiful, classic, timeless photographs.
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A husband and wife team specialising in wedding photography, we are based near Epsom in Surrey, but also cover London, Sussex, Kent and Berkshire. Our style is contemporary, natural and relaxed.
Choosing a wedding photographer
Choose your wedding photographer as soon as you have confirmed a date with your venue. The best photographers book up over a year in advance for popular dates and only ever photograph one wedding a day. There are lots of professional photographers available but finding one which you both feel comfortable with and who takes photos in the style and manner you want can be a challenge. It can be tempting to just accept an offer of free photography from an amateur photographer - perhaps a friend or family member, but this is something you should think carefully about. Professional photographers, particularly those specialising in wedding photography, have spent years perfecting the art of getting great natural shots of you and your guests, and most importantly have the editing and presentation skills to produce a wedding album you will treasure.
Qualifications and Societies
While you don’t need to chose the latest award winning photographer, some couples like the reassurance of finding one who is a member of one of the professional photography associations such as the BIPP, MPA or SWPP, but the most important factor to consider is whether you like their work and will be comfort able spending such an important day with them following your every move. Before booking, check your photographer has public liability and professional indemnity insurance.
Ten points to consider when choosing a photographer
- Do they offer full-day coverage, from wedding preparations at the bride's house until you leave the reception?
- Are they familiar with your chosen venue? Have they photographed weddings there before?
- Do they work with an assistant or alone?
- Do you shoot in the photo-journalistic style? If you do, will you also do some traditional wedding photos?
- How many photos do they generally take?
- Who has the copyright of the proofs and does the photographer retain the right to use images of your wedding in his brochure on on his/her web site?
- How soon after my wedding will my proofs be ready?
- Will they be taking digital photographs, and will they be available on the day of the wedding?
- What is included in their basic wedding package and what extras do most couples opt for?
- What are the charges for additional prints or extra albums for parents?
What pictures should I ask for my photographer to take?
This really depends on the style of the photographer you book. A traditional photographer will be happy to do more group shots than one with a photo-journalistic style. A photojournalist will capture events as they unfold with out people having to pose and look at the camera. Most photographers will be happy to photograph the bride getting ready, and if there are two of them then the other photographer will generally photograph the groom getting ready. Most professional photographers will know the standard shots to take i.e. signing the register, cutting the cake whilst the more observant photographers will also capture all the other moments from the day, such as mum wiping her eyes, the groom looking around as the bride approaches and Uncle Burt catching 40 winks! If you have any specific shots you require remember to tell the photographer in advance, and ideally remind them again on the day.
How long will the photography take on the day?
Once again this depends on the style of photography you choose. A traditional photographer will take longer to do the group shots than a photo-journalistic photographer simply because he will do more group shots. Group shots can take anywhere from 20 minutes to 2 hours depending on your choice of photographer and the cooperation of your guests. Most photographers will require the bride and groom on their own for half an hour or so to get some shots of the two of them together, but this can be very special time together. Most coordinators suggest you should allow an hour or so for photography but check with your photographer to see if this is long enough for the shots you want.
How do I keep my guests occupied during the photographs?
Champagne, Champagne and more Champagne! Most guests are more than happy to stand and chat with each other for up to an hour whilst they may be required for the group shots provided they have a drink in one hand and preferable a canapé in the other. If the weather is bad then ensure there is sufficient room indoors for your guests to stand and for photographs to be taken. To while away the time it can be a good idea to have a small jazz band or string quartet. A magician or entertainer can also be a good idea to mingle with the guests whilst they are waiting.
How much should my wedding photography cost?
Wedding photography can cost anything from £100 to £5000 and you really do to get what you pay for. Remember that you are paying for far more than the day itself. A good photographer will spend time before the wedding familiarising themselves with the venue and meeting with you both, and a considerable time afterwards editing the photos and putting them in an album. Albums are available in a wide range of styles and sizes from classic handcrafted Italian leather albums to very contemporary magazine style layout where you can have lots of images on a page all bound in a aluminium cover with a photograph of the happy couple on the front.
Wedding photography on a budget
Good quality wedding photography comes at a price. When budgeting for your wedding cheap photography can seem like a good idea. However, from our experience in talking to people who compromised on their wedding photography they said they had been disappointed with the results. There are a number of photography studios who specialise in touching up disastrous wedding photos taken by well-meaning amateurs, the total cost of which far exceeds the cost of hiring a good photographer in the first place. Some have even been too embarrassed to show their album to their friends. Some photographers will be able to offer you ways of spreading the cost of your wedding photography with a payment scheme, particularly if you have booked well in advance. If your budget really is tight, discuss the best way to minimise costs without compromising quality, such as the photographer only attending for the ceremony and an hour of the reception.
Will it make a difference if my photographer uses film or digital?
Many traditional photographers still use film cameras, shooting every wedding in a similar way with a set number of photos and poses, and they get great results. However most photographers now prefer to use digital cameras which allow them to shoot infinite number of shots from different angles and with a variety of lenses ranging from ultra wide to telephoto giving the bride and groom a huge choice of pictures to choose from. The advent of digital has given both the photographer and client a greater choice in the way their work can be presented. A digital picture can be reproduced in colour, black and white, sepia or a hue that complements the image or follows a theme. Digital images can easily be digitally enhanced to get remove unwanted background signs, or blemishes on skin. Digital SLR camera have the capability of capturing images in more tricky situations, allow the photographer to preview the results and in many ways now offer a quality that beats film. Also, a digital photographer will make several copies of the wedding images and archive at different addresses whilst a film photographer will only have one set of negatives, which increases the risk of losing your precious images.
Camera shy couples
It is natural to feel self conscious, and added to being in front of a camera, most people are not used to the constant attention they will be getting from their photographer. However, after the first few shots you will find that you naturally relax and start to form a relationship with the photographer, and even their dreaded camera. Enjoy yourself, and the attention. Many couples say that they felt like film stars by the end of their wedding day. And remember, if you feel happy you will look happy and your wedding photographs will look great!
Photographers FAQ
How do I choose my wedding photographer?
The most important factor is whether you like their work and will be comfortable spending your big day with them following your every move. There are certain questions to help narrow down your choice such as their photographic style e.g. photo-journalistic or traditional, coverage, familiarity with the venue, how many photos do they take, what is the turnaround on the finished photos and what is included in their basic wedding package?
When should I book my wedding photographer?
We recommend choosing your wedding photographer as soon as you have confirmed a date with your venue as the best photographers book up over a year in advance for popular dates and only ever photograph one wedding a day.
What pictures will my wedding photographer take?
This depends on the style of the photographer you book. A traditional photographer will do more group shots than one with a photo-journalistic style. A photojournalist will capture events as they unfold without people having to pose and look at the camera. Most photographers will photograph the bride getting ready, and the groom getting ready if there are two of them. Most professional photographers will know the standard shots to take e.g. signing the register and cutting the cake whilst the more observant photographers will also capture other key moments from the day.
How long will the photography take on my wedding day?
This depends on the style of photography you choose and your guests! Group shots can take anywhere from 20 minutes to 2 hours and most photographers will require the bride and groom on their own for around 30 minutes to an hour.
How do I keep my guests occupied during the photographs?
Guests are happy to stand and chat with each other for whilst photography occurs provided there is food and drink available! It can also be a good idea to have music or entertainment.
How does wedding photography cost?
Wedding photography can cost anything from £100 to £5,000 and you really do get what you pay for. A good photographer will familiarise themselves with the venue and the couple beforehand, and spend considerable time afterwards editing the photos and putting them in an album which are available in a wide range of styles and sizes. Some photographers will be able to offer you ways of spreading the cost with a payment scheme. If your budget is tight, discuss the best way to minimise costs without compromising quality, such as the photographer only attending for the ceremony and an hour of the reception.
What should I do if I feel nervous about having my wedding photos taken?
It is natural to feel self conscious as most people are not used to the constant attention they will be getting from their photographer! However, after the first few shots you will find that you naturally relax and start to form a relationship with the photographer. Enjoy yourself, if you feel happy you will look happy and your wedding photographs will look great!
