My commitment to you
As your wedding photographer my aim is to blend into the crowd and capture the events of your special day as it unfolds. My distinctive style of wedding photography provides you with a picture book story of your day which you can cherish for a lifetime and be enjoyed by generations to come; from the nerve-wracking but always exciting early morning preparations through to the very last dance.
What sets me apart from other photographers is that I do not finish with the ‘cutting of the cake’ but continue to capture photos through the speeches, first dance and into the night. It’s during these moments that often the most natural photos of the day are captured as events become more relaxed.
Packages
I want to offer you complete flexibility allowing you to tailor my photography to your requirements. I have designed a small number of my most popular packages, where you can see exactly what you’ll get for your money.
It doesn’t matter if you are 5 or 500, whether you are getting married in Donegal or Dublin, whether you want me for an hour or the whole weekend, I can cater for your wedding.
All packages include the following:-
- Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
- Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
- A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
- Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
Full Day Packages
Shooting starts during the preparation stages on the morning of the wedding. Normally about an hour and half before the ceremony start time.
Wedding day shoot usually ends after the 5th or 6th dance.
Package 1 – €1,100
Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
Full Day Photography
Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
Package 2 – €1,500
Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
Full Day Photography
Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
1 Large 13”x11” Coffee table style wedding book
Package 3 – €2,000
Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
Full Day Photography
Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
3 Coffee table style wedding books.
- 1 x Large Format Landscape 13×11 inches (33×28 centimetres)
- 2 x Standard Landscape 10×8 inches (25×20 centimetres)
Half Day Packages
Shooting begins at the church usually about 30 minutes before the ceremony start time.
Shoot is completed after all family and bridal party group shots are completed and a shot of the bride and groom with the cake. I will finish as guests are called for the meal. This is usually around 6pm or the meal time given to you by your reception venue.
Package 4 – €1,100
Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
Half Day Photography
Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
1 Large 13”x11” Coffee table style wedding book
Package 5 – €1,600
Unlimited face to face consultations to discuss requirements for your day.
Full Day Photography
Post production work (colour adjustments, etc).
A High Res DVD with full reproduction copyright assignment on all images.
Your 50 favourite shots in a 7”x7” photobook
3 Coffee table style wedding books.
- 1 x Large Format Landscape 13×11 inches (33×28 centimetres)
- 2 x Standard Landscape 10×8 inches (25×20 centimetres)
Comparison chart
Customised packages
If you want things a little different than the above and have your ideas of what you want me to provide then just let me know and I’ll tailor the package to your needs.
Albums
I design the wedding albums entirely from scratch which come in the form of large modern hardback coffee table books. The books are professionally bound and the images are printed directly onto the pages so there is no fear of the image ever coming loose from your album which can happen with the more traditional wedding album. An album can hold up to 400 pages but usually average at around 150 pages upwards. A few have reached over 250 pages.
The albums measure 13” x 11” and borderless pages are possible (one image covers an entire page – or even a double page if suitable which would give you a massive image of 23” wide and 11” tall image.)
A final word
Please bear in mind when considering my prices the one thing that separates me from other wedding photographers is that I assign full reproduction copyright over to you so you have absolute control over your reprints and enlargements.
You don’t have to come back to me. This will save you a considerable amount of money overall.
As well as this you do not pay based on the amount of pictures I take or provide to you.
As you see above, there is no 50 picture package, 100 picture package etc. On average I supply between 300-500 photos per wedding and all of these will fit comfortably in the coffee table books.
FAQ
Do you shoot on Digital or Film?
I shoot using a professional digital camera which will produce the same or better quality than film.
Not only is the quality superb but it gives great flexibility and allows me to shoot in mixed lighting conditions.
It’s a myth that film is somehow more ‘artistic’ than digital.
How far will you travel for a wedding?
I will travel anywhere to shoot your wedding. I’ve shot all over Ireland and far beyond.
If I book, will you be the photographer at my wedding?
Yes. I’m a one man operation and I’m totally dedicated to your wedding. I wouldn’t trust anyone else to take pictures on my behalf.
Is the work that I am seeing all yours and only yours or is it a selection of work from more than one photographer?
All the work you see on this site is mine.
Can I see some complete weddings?
You can indeed. I have several complete wedding books to browse you on the web.
Click here to see the selection available.
How many photos do you take at an average wedding?
There is no limit to the number of photographs I take – I will take as many pictures as there are opportunities. The quantity might depend on the size of your wedding, the location or the weather. Usually I will take 1000 shots upwards. The selection that I provide you is the best of that selection and this number usually varies between 300-500 shots.
Do we get a disc of our photographs to create our own prints?
Yes. You will be given a DVD (CD’s can be arranged if you don’t have a DVD player) with all high res images from your day. These images can be printed at practically any size.
Can I see a demo of your wedding books?
I have a couple of high resolution videos on my site (click here to view) that show the books in as much detail as possible.
However, I also have some demo books should you wish to see them in the flesh.
How do we book you?
Very simple, drop me an email or give me a call. If I’m available on your date then I can take your booking. All dates are booked on a first come first served basis.
Do you require a deposit and when is the balance due?
To secure booking a deposit is necessary. The deposit is a 3rd of the total cost of your chosen package.
If the wedding overruns will there be any extra charges?
No.
Are there any other charges on top of the quoted price?
No. I don’t charge for fuel or hotel costs.
What time do you start shooting on a wedding day?
If you are opting for the full day package then I start about an hour and half before the ceremony start time. If you require an earlier start time then just let me know and we can arrange it.
For the half day packages I will start shooting at the church to capture arrival of guests.
What time do you finish at?
Again, if you are opting for a full day package then I usually finish about 4 or 5 songs after the first dance.
With the half day package I will finish as guests are called for the meal. This is usually around 6pm or the meal time given to you by your reception venue.
How long after the wedding do we have to wait to see our wedding photographs?
Usually by the time you return from your honeymoon I will have a slideshow ready to go online. However, in the summer months this process may take a bit longer as these are typically very busy periods.
Is it possible to get additional wedding books?
Absolutely. You can order as many books as you want.
Payment methods?
The preferred methods are cash or cheque. At present I don’t take credit or lasercard payments.
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