Uncover (almost) everything you need to know about wedding photography when you choose your venue … that your venue probably won’t tell you
Wedding Venues
But there’s more you need to know. Like:
- The truth about venues’ recommended supplier lists
- The venue characteristics to look for to set the stage for stunning photos
- The pros and cons of using a photographer who’s worked at your venue before
So as someone who’s worked at countless venues, I’ve created a series of candid guides to uncover this mysterious interconnected relationship between wedding venues and wedding photography.
Buckle up! I’m holding nothing back!
Curious how I keep it fresh with unique photos for every couple when the venue is on repeat? Join me BTS to discover how I breathe new life into my photos when I’m shooting in familiar places.
When it comes to meaningful wedding venues, there’s no place like home. Intimate settings, personal memories, and the freedom to do things your way. But whilst an at-home wedding may be sentimental, it’s far from simple. And it’s not just the power, parking, and portaloos … garden receptions bring unique photography challenges too. Want to skip the stress and steal from the scores of private-home weddings I’ve photographed? Read on to find out how to plan a photogenic wedding reception at home.
One attribute you might look for in a wedding photographer? Experience working at your venue. Yep, you love the place and you want to be sure they can do a great job there. But here’s the thing: It might not make as much difference as you think. Sure, there are advantages. But it can also […]
How to navigate your wedding venue’s recommended supplier list I’m delighted and proud to be recommended by several wedding venues. In fact, almost half of my couples find me through a venue recommendation. (A king-size thank you to all those venues, you’re ace!) Which gives me inside knowledge into how wedding venues’ recommended supplier lists […]
If you’ve ever thought something along the lines of … “My photographer hasn’t shot at my venue before. I love their work (and they’ve reassured me it doesn’t matter that they haven’t worked there before) but it’d really put my mind at ease if they were familiar with it.” … then read on to find […]
A wedding photographer’s guide on what to look for in a wedding venue to get magical photos Where will you two tie the knot? It’s a big decision. Gulp! Not least because it’ll be the backdrop to most, if not all, of your wedding photos. So how can you choose a venue that enhances your […]
I’m such a lucky duck to have so many amazing country house wedding venues within a bouquet’s toss of home. Places like Boughton House, Fawsley Hall, Holdenby House, Kelmarsh Hall… I love them all. It’s a dream to photograph weddings at these venues. They’re bursting with amazing architecture, gorgeous gardens and sprawling grounds. Which means […]
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