Hey! Welcome and thanks for checking out my blog! Chances are if you're reading this post, you've been looking through my website deciding whether you think booking me as your photographer is the right move.
It can be overwhelming trying to choose the right photographer in such a saturated market, especially when you're endlessly scrolling through images on instagram. One of the biggest things to consider, alongside style and competency, is personality and approach; will your photographer fit in with the style you want and understand/fulfil your needs?
If you're looking for a photographer that turns photography into cherished memories captured with passion, care, and a touch of magic then you've come to the right place. I'm your storyteller, your planner, and your bridesmaid rolled into one. Let me give you a glimpse of what you can expect when you choose me to document your special moments and hopefully by the end, you will know if we are a great fit!
My primary goal is to create, not just pictures but, beautiful and authentic images that reflect the joy and essence of your occasion. I'm incredibly passionate about capturing all of the laughter-filled candid shots and those heartwarming moments alongside delivering a personal, compassionate and memorable service.
When you enquire, I always offer no obligation consultation video call or local coffee meet up so we can get acquainted and chat about all sorts, but mostly about how my photography can best benefit you.
After booking me as your wedding photographer, consider me not just your photographer but also your story teller, side kick wedding planner and unofficial bridesmaid; your go-to person to bounce ideas off, get tips and advice during your planning process or help lift up your dress to get to the bathroom in a hurry - overall, your ally in crafting the perfect wedding day. I am a big lover of supporting and hyping up others so I become invested in your journey and care about making your day as fantastic as it can be for you.
This is Lloyd who took up a little bit of his speech to thank me for all my help during their planning process; it choked me up behind my lens and I'll always cherish this moment.
I aim to make you feel at ease from the word go so your true emotions shine through. My relaxed and unobtrusive approach is all about being at ease and going with the flow; I don't force any kind of uncomfortable posing but gently prompt and guide the moment where necessary to create your natural expressions. Clients frequently mention in their feedback and reviews feeling so comfortable and at ease around me, and that's because I genuinely enjoy meeting people, engaging in conversations and making people feel their best. It's been recognised as my super power!
"My (now) husband and I booked Steph for our wedding, and could not be happier with our choice! Her communication was brilliant, she listened to all our ideas, and put us both at ease" ~ Harriet and Nick, Image 1.
"Steph made us feel so at ease during our shoot and this is beautifully reflected in the moments she captured on camera." ~ The Newby-Allens, Image 2.
"We were both a bit nervous and didn’t quite know what to expect. Steph talked through everything and made us feel so comfortable straight away. She naturally knows what to say/do to make people feel at ease. Me and my partner had so much fun and want to do it again!" ~ Priscilla and Olly, Image 3.
My full day wedding packages include a pre wedding/engagement shoot, which gives us an opportunity to meet up before your big day to get acquainted and familiar with one another. It's a perfect chance for us to connect in person and for me to understand how you both feel and interact in front of the camera. It's also a really lovely opportunity to document this special pre-wedded time in your lives.
During your photo session or wedding, I'm constantly searching for those special moments to capture, big or small, in varying angles as well as checking to make sure you're looking your best at all times. I'll correct your off-centre necklace or wonky button hole piece and fluff your wedding dress during the day/your portraits so you don't need to worry about it.
I'm a bit of a perfectionist. Every image I take goes through a meticulous process of careful composing, framing, straightening and editing. My editing skills are not just about applying filters - I use my unique colourful and vibrant style on each photo with my custom made presets and editing skills to enhance your moments and remove wanted background distractions (like telegraph poles, fire exit signs, cars and people where necessary and within reason) as well as head/face swap to fix closed eyes which does happen during group photos! When delivering my galleries, I opt for quality over quantity; spending more time carefully culling the gallery for the best images rather than racing through, not including too many variations of repeated moments in your gallery and going above and beyond on every photo. The result? Frame-worthy images!
Before.... After...
Having worked in customer service roles for most of my working life, I appreciate a good service and how to make customers feel good. I am fortunate enough to get most of my bookings from word of mouth recommendations and referrals, which is one of the highest forms of compliment you can get in my eyes. So, in turn I'm also a big believer in supporting other small and local businesses where possible - I love nothing more than being able to do the same for businesses I know can be trusted to deliver an equally fantastic product and service.
Beautiful biodegradable paper confetti by Your Confetti
I make effort to be as sustainable as possible and always encourage a reuse/recycle attitude where I can.
All my packages come with a selection of your favourite prints and extra products available to purchase through your online gallery, because I truly love the idea that your precious moments will be proudly printed and framed around your house, rather than just stay as digital files on a hard drive where no one see's them. For my wedding clients, I present your chosen faves as 7x5" prints in a beautiful linen magnetic keepsake box, personalised with your names and wedding date in a colour of your choosing. For my family clients, I present your prints inside a wildflower seeded band, within a Cork fabric wallet and placed inside a white box.
Aside from the above, I am also fully insured for liability and indemnity when photographing.
I take a lot of care for you, your event, your family and your photos. In the unlikely event and if for any reason I am unable to fulfil your photography booking, I am blessed to know many wonderfully talented and successful photographers who would be able to cover for me, just like I have covered them many times. Unfortunately sometimes LIFE happens to us all where it steers us off our scheduled paths, but know that if that ever happens to me I would do everything I could to make sure you're in good hands in my absence and your photography booking wasn't let down.
If you have any questions, enquiries or would just like to reach out, please do through my website and I will get back to you as soon as I can. Can't wait to hear from you!
Love, Steph x
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