Your wedding photographer is working for you on the day which means they will work to your specifications on who to include and not include in your wedding photos. This is also the case when it comes to whether or not you want posed photos or a more candid style of photography on your wedding day.
The best way to make sure that you are your wedding photographer are the perfect fit is to browse their portfolio’s where you will be able to get a feel for the type of work they produce and where their specialisms lay. The next step is to get in touch with the photographer so you can see if they are available on your particular dates and fit your budget. This also will give you a feel for if you are a right fit for one another. In all, there are many wedding photographers across London to choose from that will bring the right feel to your special day.
Once couples have booked their wedding venue, the next thing on many of London’s engaged couple's lists is to book their wedding photographer to capture all the best and most romantic moments of their day.
This can mean the competition is stiff throughout the city to find and book the perfect photographer that will effortlessly capture their special day. It's fair to say that many wedding photographers can be booked out at least a year in advance for the most popular dates so it’s worth doing your homework and researching your favourite photographers in the area so you can begin contacting them to see if they have your date available. Some photographers will be willing to hold your date while you secure the venue so get in touch with your chosen photographer sooner rather than later so you can ensure the best snaps possible for your special day.
We are seeing some exciting wedding photography trends being adopted by forward-thinking wedding photographers in London.
These include:
t's a good idea to check out potential photographer's portfolios to see if you like their style and then get in touch to see how they are willing to incorporate your ideas into the on-the-day photography.
The top London wedding location and landmarks used by wedding photographers are all of the more central landmarks such as the London Eye, Tower Bridge and Trafalgar square. That doesn't mean to say that there aren’t plenty of other creative options further afield where you can get your pictures taken to remind you of your special day. For example, the bright lights of Picadilly Circus, the alternative buzz of Camden market or the majestic Cutty Sark can all be used creatively by wedding photographers to get some great snaps of you and your other half.
When planning your wedding, have a look at where your wedding venue is located and see what is within easy walking distance. Your wedding photographer should also be able to guide you to some of the best places nearby to have a quick shoot while your guests are mingling.
In London, a wedding photographer will run at about £1500 on average. The cost of a luxury wedding photographer can range from anywhere between £1500 and £2,000 and can go up to and over £5,000, depending on the package. Of course, wedding photographer costs in London vary with different packages costing varying amounts depending on which package you choose.
Some Brides and Grooms will opt to cut costs by trying to find an amateur photographer or by asking family and friends but often this can put immense pressure on those that have been asked to make sure that they capture all the special moments of the day. You could speak to your photographer beforehand and see if they are open to covering a smaller part of the day, such as only the ceremony and some pictures with the families to try and keep costs down.
Its a growing trend that couples will choose to have either an engagement shoot or a pre wedding photoshoot with their wedding photographer. Not only do you leave with some stunning, more paired back images of the two of you but it also gives you chance to get to know your photographer better and can begin to loosen up in front of the camera.
When it comes to choosing a location in London for your photoshoot start by thinking of places that you have enjoyed spending time together in as a couple. This could be somewhere like your favourite walk or landmark, or perhaps even the place you first met or got engaged. No matter what location you use, this is a great opportunity to relax in front of the camera and have some more natural images that reflect the time you and your partner spend together.