Becoming a Wedding and Family Photographer

Working for yourself and being your own boss is exciting, sometimes a little terrifying, but extremely rewarding.  I often get emails from photographers who are just starting out, asking for help or advice and I don’t always feel equipped to offer advice.  What  worked for me, may have happened by chance or by luck, or there may have been more to it than just luck.  The more I think about it, the knowledge I have now about running my business and being a wedding and family portrait photographer, far exceeds what I knew 10 years ago,  maybe what I have learnt can help others.  If I can  inspire someone who is unhappy in their current job, to take an opportunity or a chance then maybe I am giving something back, I wouldn’t have got here without the people that helped me along the way.

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Luke and Laurie: A Beautiful Country Garden Marquee Wedding In Chester

Laurie and Luke had the most amazing church wedding followed by a marquee wedding reception at home.  Everything was perfect, the weather was beautiful and everyone had such a lovely time. My candid approach to wedding photography really suited the relaxed and natural ambience of the day

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Ellen & Ben: Classic Elegance for a relaxed Barn Wedding at Packington Moor

Ellen & Ben, well where do I begin?  From the very first text and email to the pre wedding shoot and then photographing their wedding, it felt like we were old friends (although they are both significantly younger than me)  they were so comfortable in front of the camera, so crazy in love with each other, it was heartwarming to be around them both.  

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