Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a second photographer?
A second photographer is not compulsory, but it does provide an opportunity to capture more informal, candid photos of friends and relatives enjoying your 'big day, whilst the first photographer composes the formal 'must have' photos of the bridal party. An other benefit of a second photographer, is that she can take photos during the bridal preparation, while the other photographer takes photos of the groom and guests arriving for the wedding ceremony.
How much is the deposit?
We require a non-refundable deposit of £200, for photography, or £300 for both photography and video. A balance of 40% is payable 8 weeks before the wedding, with the final balance payable 7 days before the wedding. We find this helps to spread the costs for most couples. Payment can be made by cash, cheque or bank transfer.
Which areas do you cover?
We cover the whole of the West Midlands, Worcestershire, Warwickshire and North Staffs. Distances further than 40 miles from Stourbridge, may incur a charge of 50p per mile.
Can you stop all day ?
Yes. However, an additional charge is payable for the photographer to cover the speeches and evening reception. (With the exception of the "all day package"). Please contact Pam for further information. In instances where the photographer/videographer are required to stay until speeches (and/ or beyond), please arrange with the caterers to provide some food and refreshments.
Can you go to a second photographic location?
Yes. There is no extra charge for a second location.
How many pictures do you take?
We do not place a limit on the number of shots taken .The number of photos taken will depend on the number of formal shots you require, and how much time has been allowed from the end of the ceremony, to the start of the wedding breakfast .Typically there will be approx 120+ posed photos and 400+ informal photos to choose from, with two photographers attending.
How are the storybook and contemporary albums designed?
There are two methods. We can either take your photo choices from you by e-mail and design the book for your approval, or you can design the book with the editor so that it's exactly to your requirements.
Do you supply parents albums, enlargements etc?
Yes. We provide parents albums, re-prints, canvasses, and framed prints at very reasonable prices.
How do we view our proofs?
On a DVD for PC or DVD player. Viewing on the internet is also standard on all packages.Contact sheets with all the images will be supplied in a preview pack (not available with hi-res cd packages). Book bound preview albums can be supplied at an additional cost.