I am looking for a good photographer as I really don't like pictures...

Hi er are on a tight budget but not liked the packages or prices that have been quoted so far running out of options in our area :)

Just remember if someone sounds cheap it's probably for a reason... always look at their previous work and reviews. You'll never be able to get those photos again so you need to make sure you're hiring a professional x

I searched for photographers who had worked at my venue before (so they would know the best spots in the gardens and could cope with limited light inside etc.) and checked out their social media galleries. Then got in touch with them asking for quotes for what I wanted (fewer hours and no prints/albums).
Make sure you check the small print for travel costs and whether they need to be fed, things like that probably add up.
If you find someone wonderful further a field, ask - they might travel. Similarly, they don't have quite the package you want just ask them. They can only say no

Hi we get both your points but so far photographers are unwilling to tailor the packages to our needs. We don't want a photo booth or albums, you'd think in this economic climate they would be more flexible :)

James Richard Photography

Some one who is good is not cheap, and someone who is cheap is unlikely to be good. I did get mine cheap, however i work with photographers professionally so it was mates rates (i paid a third of his normal rate).

Wedding photography is a specific skill - even among photographers. Someone who can shoot amazing landscapes can still be a crap wedding photographer. Find someone whose style you like, and meet them to see if you like them - no point getting a person you are uncomfortable with.

Also remember that you are not just paying for their time for a few hours, you are paying for their kit, expertise and a load of editing time after the event.

Some photographers offer a cut price deal if you go digital-only, but you may need to go through them for any prints that you want.

Personally i would cut back elsewhere to get a photographer i like as the photographs will carry forward through the years, not the dress or the meal etc.

I searched for photographers in our area then looked at all their work on Facebook or their websites. Most were quoting over £1000 just for the ceremony. However I've managed to find one for £500. It's usually people that do it as a hobby or part time that are cheaper. Most companies also put your images on a usb stick and don't offer an album unless you want to pay quite a lot extra for the album

Try David Fielding offers a good package for a reasonable price.

Ours did us a deal as we were recommended through someone else. Maybe see if you can speak to friends/family that have been married and maybe get a referral deal. I agree though, good photographers are not cheap! We were quoted between £900-£1500 which was various packages. Each photographer will have their own packages as a standard.

Good advice below, but there are photographers who would be willing to meet your budget.

Always check their portfolio - If you don't like their work, then don't go with them.
Personally, as a photographer, I prefer photographing the event and sending photos digitally - Prints just take more time from me and cost more money.

Perhaps say to someone you don't want prints you want purely coverage and the images sent.

The best way to achieve this is perhaps avoiding the usual Wedding photographers as they probably have a price point that makes them seem more valued, whereas if they remove areas of a package, it lowers their perceived value.

Look towards other event photographers (can find loads from looking at nightclubs in your area!) and a decent price point to budget for is about £50 - 75 per hour

Have a look at hitched.com. it will tell you photographers in your area that are registered and you can ask for quotes and bespoke packages. I got mine from that site. Good luck x

We kept our costs down by not having the engagement shoot and our photographer has reduced the price as I don't want bridal prep, they wont all reduce costs but we were lucky, it's always worth asking for reductions if there are certain things in their packages you don't want. Enjoy your wedding and have a fabulous day :) xx

Contact some different photographers and discuss budgets many will customise for you. Don't be afraid to negotiate and be honest about what you can afford. Also if u book early (I did mine 11 months in advance) and if you aren't in peak wedding season or not on a Saturday these can also reduce costs. But go with recommendations, don't go on price alone

Graham Baker

Hi, I am a Full Time Wedding Photographer - let me know what your requirements are. I am very flexible.I can travel any where in the UK. Please view photos on my website www.SJWeddingPhoto.co.uk and select the CLIENT GALLERY if you love my style of photography, give me a call and I will try to help. Look forward to speaking to you soon Kind Regards. Sanjeev Sethi Also on Facebook Business Page as SJWeddingPhoto.co.uk too.( PS: My cheapest package is at £799.00. It includes photographs of bride getting ready to 1 hour after the first dance. All unedited jpeg photos are provided and 200 professionally edited and colour corrected photos are also provided.)

What's the budget date and venue?

https://www.facebook.com/TinWheelerPhotography/
Look at Tin, we had him for our wedding, fantastic pictures and reasonably priced. We got married in Kent.xx

Nikki's Moments is also very good :)

Sharon Kaplan is THE best photographer in the world. Not a million miles from Kent either

Try Dotty Photography. Affordable, fab photos and willing to travel.

www.dottyphotography.co.uk

Hiya, depending on how much of a budget your on I would recommend either the UKC photography society, (you can search for their Facebook) they have some great budding photographs on there and would obviously be less than a professional photographer! Otherwise Olly Knight is quite reasonable and a lovely guy!

https://www.ollyknightphotography.co.uk

Hi, I am a wedding photographer and cover your area. I have a few different packages and can adapt each one to suit your needs. Please contact me if you would like some information and a price list. Thanks, Hannah - www.facebook.com/maylingsphotography - www.maylingsphotography.co.uk

Try getting someone just out of collage or uni. Make sure you like their style though and look through some of their photos. I wouldnt recommend being their first wedding shoot but I guess someone has to

Try Iceworks photography, he is very reasonably priced and travels any where I believe, his pictures look great. I have booked him for my wedding in July and his customer service has been great so far. He is based in Cambridgeshire and has a Facebook page. Iceworks Photography

Keylight Photography excellent quality, excellent service from Jon. Highly recommend.

Danielle Smith is very good!

Hi there,

If you are looking for a highly experienced Wedding Photographer, who is full-time (this is important), and has 20 years of experience, and is a qualified Master Photographer of Weddings, then look no further. At Keylight Photography, I offer one packge for ALL. The All in One services include:

1: Full-day coverage, including 2-3hrs preparations and a few hours of the Evening Reception.
2: Unlimited Photos taken. My record is 2492 for one wedding.
3: ALL images are given to you, at full-size and quality.
4: YOU get the Copyright.

Packages from only £650 which includes a 20-page Italian hand-made Storybook. From there, packages only vary in price depending on the many choices of bigger and multiple books available.

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Many thanks,
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Casey Evans

http://www.agstudio.co.uk/ amazing photographers and an amazing couple

Hi I'd love you to take a look at my website. I start at just £650 for this year and £850 for next year
www.daniellefrancescaphotography.com

Hi, you should try blushing br8d3s phot08r2phy it is based in Kent. If you contact Lee, she has different packages and very professional and captures great pictures and for those not keen on taking pictures she makes it easy

If I was to offer one bit of advice it would be to make sure you see at least 200 photos from one wedding, at least, never go by the photographers portfolio slideshow as they will be showing the best photos from all weddings. Another thing that happens is you book a really cheap photographer now for your wedding next year, the photographer puts their prices up and don't want to shoot your wedding which they quoted quite cheaply, so they cancel on you, this is happening all the time. Best if you can get recommendations from friends and not from facebook groups, there are too many people recommending their own businesses sneakily.

Get in touch with us to see if we can help www.lightandimagination.com

Depends on what budget you have? Mine is excellent and I though a fully day for £895 was very very reasonable, they do a cheaper package as well x

Available for £799.00 SJWeddingPhoto.co.uk